STEM Education Grants

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 208 STEM Education Grants — 86 open right now, across 56 funding agencies. Award amounts range $2.5K to $1.3B. The next application deadline is October 27, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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208total grants
86open now
56agencies
$2.5K–$1.3Bfunding range
Oct 27next deadline
OPEN Hard to apply

Methodology, Measurement, and Statistics (MMS)

The Methodology, Measurement, and Statistics (MMS) Program is an interdisciplinary program in the Directorate for Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences that supports the development of innovative…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.075 ⏰ Jan 28, 2027
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OPEN 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 ⏰ Feb 2, 2027
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OPEN Hard to apply

Mid-scale Research Infrastructure-1

NSF-supported science and engineering research increasingly relies on cutting-edge infrastructure. With its Major Research Instrumentation (MRI) program and Major Multi-user Facilities ("Major Facilities") projects, NSF supports…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.079 ⏰ Feb 8, 2027 💰 $4,000,000 – $19,999,999
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Permanent Local Housing Allocation/ 2024 PLHA NOFA

1. The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of multifamily, residential live-work, rental housing that is affordable to extremely low-, very low-, low-, or moderate-income households,…

🏛 Department of Housing and Community Development (California) ⏰ Feb 28, 2027 💰 $2,500 – $750,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Bridge2AI Network for AI Health Science

The purpose of this forecast is to inform the research community that the NIH Common Fund, along with its partner NIH Institutes, Centers, and Offices, is…

🏛 National Institutes of Health 📋 CFDA 93.310 ⏰ Mar 1, 2027 💰 $1,000,000 – $7,000,000
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Mid-Career Advancement (MCA)

The MCA program offers an opportunity for scientists and engineers at the mid-career stage (see restrictions under Additional Eligibility Information) to substantively enhance and advance theirresearch…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.074 ⏰ Mar 1, 2027
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Innovations in Graduate Education (IGE) Program

The Innovations in Graduate Education (IGE) Program is designed to encourage development and implementation of bold, new, and potentially transformative approaches to STEM graduate education training.…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.076 ⏰ Mar 25, 2027 💰 $300,000 – $1,000,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many stem education grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 208 stem education grants, of which 86 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 October 27, 2026 — about 5 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 $1.3B, 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 208 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.