STEM Education Grants

As of June 2026, Grantoria lists 163 STEM Education Grants — 102 open right now, across 42 funding agencies. Award amounts range $2.5K to $99M. The next application deadline is June 24, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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163total grants
102open now
42agencies
$2.5K–$99Mfunding range
Jun 24next deadline
OPEN 30 days left Hard to apply

Lunar Payload Design Challenge

The U.S. Department of State's U.S. Mission to the UAE announces an open competition to implement the Lunar Payload Design Challenge, a program that brings together…

🏛 U.S. Mission to United Arab Emirates 📋 CFDA 19.040 ⏰ Jul 15, 2026 💰 $200,000 – $300,000
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OPEN 36 days left Hard to apply

CyberAICorps Scholarship for Service

Government and the nation face a talent shortfall in artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity. The CyberAICorps Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS) program welcomes proposals that address…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.076 ⏰ Jul 21, 2026 💰 $300,000 – $2,500,000
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OPEN 37 days left Hard to apply

Faculty Early Career Development Program

CAREER:The Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Program is a Foundation-wide activity that offers the National Science Foundation's most prestigious awards in support of early-career faculty who…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.083 ⏰ Jul 22, 2026 💰 from $400,000
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OPEN 39 days left Hard to apply

NSF Trailblazer Engineering Impact Award

The NSF Trailblazer Engineering Impact Award (TRAILBLAZER) program supports individual investigators who propose novel research projects with the potential to innovatively and creatively address new areas…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.041 ⏰ Jul 24, 2026
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OPEN 50 days left Hard to apply

Mathematical Sciences Infrastructure Program

The primary aim of the Mathematical Sciences Infrastructure Program is to foster the continuing health of the mathematical sciences research community as a whole. In addition,the…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.049 ⏰ Aug 4, 2026
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OPEN 52 days left Hard to apply

ROSES25: D.7 Strategic Astrophysics Technology

NOTICE: Amended May 8, 2026. This amendment releases final text for this program element, which was previously TBD. Notices of Intent are requested by June 25,…

🏛 NASA Headquarters 📋 CFDA 43.001 ⏰ Aug 6, 2026
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OPEN 57 days left Hard to apply

Research Training Groups in the Mathematical Sciences

The long-range goal of the Research Training Groups in the Mathematical Sciences (RTG) program is to strengthen the nation's scientific competitiveness by increasing the number of…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.049 ⏰ Aug 11, 2026 💰 $400,000 – $600,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many stem education grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 163 stem education grants, of which 102 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 24, 2026 — about 9 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for stem education grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but stem education grants in this category most often support: Public University, Private University, Colleges (all higher ed) and Nonprofits. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $2.5K to $99M, 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, 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

STEM education grants support initiatives advancing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics learning across institutions and communities. With 163 active grants in this category, funding opportunities span research projects, capacity building, and educational programs. Major supporters include the U.S. National Science Foundation and National Institutes of Health, demonstrating significant federal investment in STEM workforce development and innovation.

Most STEM education grants offer awards between $150K and $1.1M through competitive application processes. Public and private universities and colleges are typical recipients, with many programs targeting underrepresented groups including first-generation students and BIPOC populations. Filtering by institution type, demographic focus, and support category helps identify the most relevant opportunities for your organization.