Vision Health Grants for Private University

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 13 Vision Health Grants for Private University — 7 open right now, across 2 funding agencies. Award amounts range up to $500K. The next application deadline is September 25, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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13total grants
7open now
2agencies
up to $500Kfunding range
Sep 25next deadline
OPEN Hard to apply

DoW Vision, Investigator-Initiated Research Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Vision Research Program (VRP) Investigator-Initiated Research Award (IIRA) supports basic through early translational research that will yield highly impactful discoveries…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Nov 12, 2026
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OPEN Hard to apply

DoW Vision, Translational Research Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Vision Research Program (VRP) Translational Research Award (TRA) supports translational research that transforms a promising discovery into new drugs, devices…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Nov 12, 2026
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Frequently asked questions

How many vision health grants for private university are available?
Grantoria currently lists 13 vision health grants for private university, of which 7 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 September 25, 2026 — about 70 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 up to $500K, 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 vision health grants for private university, 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 Vision Health Grants for Private University

The National Institutes of Health funds cutting-edge vision research initiatives at private universities, supporting everything from clinical trials to basic science investigations. Across this specialized funding landscape, 6,404 active grants align with both vision health priorities and private university eligibility, creating meaningful opportunities for institutional researchers.

These grants operate exclusively through competitive application processes, with no cost-sharing requirements—meaning your institution retains full indirect cost recovery. Research, pilot funding, and capacity-building support dominate the available awards. To refine your search, filter by support type to distinguish between exploratory pilot projects and larger, sustained research programs.