Mega Grants ($1M+) for Colleges (all higher ed)

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 179 Mega Grants ($1M+) for Colleges (all higher ed) — 88 open right now, across 42 funding agencies. Award amounts range $5K to $150M. The next application deadline is July 30, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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179total grants
88open now
42agencies
$5K–$150Mfunding range
Jul 30next deadline
CLOSING SOON 1 day left Hard to apply

DoW Peer Reviewed Medical, Research Advancement Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) Research Advancement Award supports fundamental research studies that will make an important contribution towards…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Jul 30, 2026
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CLOSING SOON 4 days left Hard to apply

Artificial Intelligence for American Competitiveness and Economic Security (AI-ACES) in South Asia

The program within SCA will aim to deploy American AI technology securely in U.S. partners’ strategic economic sectors and infrastructure.  The specific strategic economic sector(s) and organizations (including government, public institutions like utilities, and…

🏛 Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs 📋 CFDA 19.108 ⏰ Aug 2, 2026 💰 $2,000,000 – $5,000,000
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CLOSING SOON 5 days left Hard to apply

Science and Technology Studies

Synopsis of Program: Science and Technology Studies (STS) is an interdisciplinary field that investigates the conceptual foundations, historical developments and social contexts of science, technology, engineering…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.075 ⏰ Aug 3, 2026
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CLOSING SOON 7 days left Hard to apply

National Training Center for Family Planning

The purpose of this funding opportunity is to create a single, coordinated national training center that provides comprehensive TTA to Title X grant recipients and their…

🏛 Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health 📋 CFDA 93.260 ⏰ Aug 5, 2026 💰 up to $3,000,000
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OPEN 8 days left Hard to apply

Promise Neighborhoods-84.215N

The purpose of the Promise Neighborhoods program is to significantly improve the academic and developmental outcomes of children and youth living in the most distressed communities…

🏛 Office of Elementary and Secondary Education 📋 CFDA 84.215 ⏰ Aug 6, 2026
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OPEN 8 days left Hard to apply

DoW Peer Reviewed Medical, Impact Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) Impact Award supports applied research, defined as use-inspired and practice-oriented science that brings together…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Aug 6, 2026
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OPEN 13 days left Hard to apply

Correctness for Scientific Computing Systems

Correctness for Scientific Computing Systems (CS2) is a joint program of the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Department of Energy (DOE). The program addresses challenges…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 81.049 ⏰ Aug 11, 2026
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Frequently asked questions

How many mega grants ($1m+) for colleges (all higher ed) are available?
Grantoria currently lists 179 mega grants ($1m+) for colleges (all higher ed), of which 88 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 July 30, 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 $5K to $150M, 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 mega grants ($1m+) 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.