International Development Grants for Colleges (all higher ed)
As of June 2026, Grantoria lists 21 International Development Grants for Colleges (all higher ed) — 11 open right now, across 14 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $25M. The next application deadline is June 2, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
The Office of Academic Exchange Programs of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announces an open competition for the administration of the FY 2026 Global…
🏛 Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs📋 CFDA 19.009⏰ Jun 2, 2026💰
$4,800,000 – $4,800,000
The STRIVE Program’s goal is to strengthen U.S. global leadership by supporting U.S. higher education institutions to equip the next generation of American leaders with the…
🏛 Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs📋 CFDA 19.009⏰ Jun 10, 2026💰
$2,000,000 – $2,000,000
Direct-fund basic research at universities that complement applied research in nuclear forensics at the DOE National Laboratories to include foundational disciplines of radiochemistry; geochemistry; shock physics;…
🏛 NNSA📋 CFDA 81.113⏰ Jun 10, 2026💰
up to $25,000,000
The Office of Academic Exchange Programs, ECA, invites proposal submissions for the design and implementation of the FY 2026 Study of the U.S. Institutes Madeleine K.…
🏛 Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs📋 CFDA 19.009⏰ Jun 26, 2026💰
$1,500,000 – $1,500,000
Executive Summary The U.S. Department of State’s U.S. Embassy/RELO Office in Brasília, Brazil announces an open competition to implement a 2-3 week exchange program to secondary and/or…
🏛 U.S. Mission to Brazil📋 CFDA 19.022⏰ Jul 1, 2026💰
$200,000 – $500,000
The U.S. Department of State’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) at U.S. Embassy Manama announces an open competition to support programs that advance high-tech research and innovation…
🏛 U.S. Mission to Bahrain📋 CFDA 19.040⏰ Jul 6, 2026💰
$10,000 – $90,000
The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Doha announces an open competition to implement a program to advance concrete U.S. economic, technological, and security interests in Qatar.…
🏛 U.S. Mission to Qatar📋 CFDA 19.040⏰ Jul 16, 2026💰
$10,000 – $100,000
The Office of Citizen Exchanges, Youth Programs Division of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) is pleased to announce an open competition for the…
🏛 Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs📋 CFDA 19.415⏰ Jul 17, 2026💰
$300,000 – $2,100,000
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Cultural Programs Division (ECA/PE/C/CU) seeks to advance international understanding of American values by exposing foreign…
🏛 Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs📋 CFDA 19.415⏰ Jan 1, 2099💰
$381,000 – $381,000
Malaysia-wide outreach with physical advising centers in the Klang Valley, Penang, and East Malaysia. The Public Diplomacy Section at the United States Embassy in Malaysia announces…
🏛 U.S. Mission to Malaysia📋 CFDA 19.022⏰ Jun 1, 2026💰
$5,000 – $224,000
Project Background, Goals, and Objectives U.S. Studies programs play a critical role in fostering mutual understanding, strengthening academic collaboration, and advancing informed dialogue on global issues. By…
🏛 U.S. Mission to Argentina📋 CFDA 19.040⏰ Jun 1, 2026💰
$10,000 – $20,000
How many international development grants for colleges (all higher ed) are available?
Grantoria currently lists 21 international development grants for colleges (all higher ed), of which 11 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is June 2, 2026 — about 1 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $25M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse international development grants for colleges (all higher ed), view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.
About International Development Grants for Colleges (all higher ed)
International development grants for colleges fund curriculum innovation, faculty exchange programs, student research partnerships, and institutional capacity building across developing regions. 5,305 active grants support these cross-border educational initiatives, with the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs leading as the primary funding source for collaborative projects that strengthen higher education systems globally.
Most awards range from $340K to $940K and operate through competitive selection processes, with 85% requiring formal applications. Multi-year funding structures predominate, allowing colleges to sustain long-term partnerships. Only 5% require cost-sharing, reducing institutional financial burden. To refine your search, filter by geographic region of focus—this meaningfully narrows opportunities to your institution's strategic priorities.
