STEM Education Grants for Researcher (independent)
As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 22 STEM Education Grants for Researcher (independent) — 9 open right now, across 5 funding agencies. Award amounts range $5K to $38M. The next application deadline is November 16, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
Proposals in the area of plasma physics submitted to the Division of Physics that are not governed by another solicitation (such as CAREER), should be submitted…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.049⏰ Nov 16, 2026
The Applied Mathematics program supports mathematics research motivated by and contributing to the solution of problems arising in science and engineering. Successful proposals must demonstrate mathematical…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.049⏰ Nov 16, 2026
Supports mathematical research in areas where computation plays a central and essential role, emphasizing analysis, development, and implementation of theoretically justified and efficient algorithms. The combination…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.049⏰ Dec 1, 2026💰
$1 – $1,200,000
The Statistics Program supports research in statistical theory and methods, including research in statistical methods for applications to any domain of science and engineering. The theory…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.049⏰ Dec 15, 2026
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Young Faculty Award (YFA) program aims to identify and engage rising stars in junior research positions in academia and…
The Division of Mathematical Sciences (DMS)in the Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS) at the National Science Foundation (NSF)and the National Institute of General Medical…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.049⏰ Sep 20, 2027💰
$1 – $1,200,000
The purpose of the Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Individual Postdoctoral Fellowship (Parent F32) is to support research training of highly promising postdoctoral…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.361⏰ May 7, 2028
The NIH INvestigation of Co-occurring conditions across the Lifespan to Understand Down syndromE (INCLUDE) Project seeks to improve health and quality-of-life for individuals with Down syndrome.…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.395⏰ Jun 15, 2028
The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Engineering (NSF ENG) supports foundational engineering research for chemical, bioengineering, energy, and transport systems through the following programs: The Chemical Process Systems…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.041⏰ Oct 5, 2076💰
from $500,000
How many stem education grants for researcher (independent) are available?
Grantoria currently lists 22 stem education grants for researcher (independent), of which 9 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 November 16, 2026 — about 25 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 $38M, 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 stem education grants for researcher (independent), 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 STEM Education Grants for Researcher (independent)
Independent researchers pursuing STEM education funding will find a significant advantage: zero grants in this category require cost-sharing, removing a major financial barrier. 7,389 active grants are currently available, with the U.S. National Science Foundation leading as the primary funding source, followed by the National Institutes of Health and Office of Science.
Awards range from $2,000 to $1.2 million, with 74% using competitive application processes. Research, pilot funding, and training represent the most common support types. To refine your search strategically, filter by funding agency—selecting NSF or NIH directly will align your proposal with the highest-volume, most specialized STEM education programs.
