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567 United States Higher Education Grants

567 Higher Education Grants for United States

Higher education grants for Universities and Colleges (IHE) serving the needs of low-income students. Grants for IHEs to provide Career Education and College Campus Activities.

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Grants to USA Scientists and Engineers Associated with IHEs and Nonprofits for Data Analysis P...

Deadline 09/15/25

Grants to USA and territories scientists, engineers, and educators associated with IHEs and nonprofit organizations for data analysis projects in a wide range of science and engineering disciplines. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several we...

GrantWatch ID#: 216427
Upcoming

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and IHEs for Humanities Programs Related to Wars a...

Deadline 09/16/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, Tribes, and IHEs for humanities programs related to wars and conflicts. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The purpose of the program is to support the study...

GrantWatch ID#: 160163
NEW

Grants to USA IHEs, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Research to Improve Accessibilit...

Deadline 09/16/25

Grants to USA IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and state, local, and tribal governments for research projects to improve accessibility and inclusivity in STEM workplaces and education. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several wee...

GrantWatch ID#: 209251
NEW

Grants to USA IHEs for Engineering Research Projects

Deadline 09/16/25

Grants to USA institutions of higher education for engineering research projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support IHEs and researchers who are typically unfunded, in order to broaden ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216434
Upcoming

Grants to USA Teachers, Scholars, and Researchers for Humanities Research Projects

Deadline 09/17/25

Grants of $8,000 to USA teachers, scholars, and researchers for scholarly research projects in the humanities disciplines. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Applications are welcome from scholars in all humanities an...

GrantWatch ID#: 151116

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, Agencies, and Tribal Governments for Field Research in the Hum...

Deadline 09/24/25

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and tribal governments for field research in the humanities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support research...

GrantWatch ID#: 191388

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for Educational Activities to Benefit Individu...

Deadline 09/26/25 LOI Date: 08/27/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, for-profit organizations, and IHEs for educational activities to benefit individuals from diverse backgrounds. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to several weeks to complete. The purpose of the program...

GrantWatch ID#: 209681

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, Agencies, and Tribes for Technical Education Prog...

Deadline 10/02/25

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and Tribal Nations for technical education programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The purpose of the program is to produce more qu...

GrantWatch ID#: 174409
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits and IHEs to Promote Equality in STEM Fields for Women in Academia

Deadline 10/02/25 LOI Date: 04/24/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and IHEs for projects that further the careers of women in STEM fields. A letter of intent, a preliminary proposal, or contact with staff are required prior to submission of the full proposal. Funding is intended to promote gender ...

GrantWatch ID#: 176005

Grants to USA IHEs and Educational Nonprofits for Collaborative Research on Critical Health Is...

Deadline 10/03/25

Grants to USA IHEs and nonprofit research or educational organizations for collaborative research projects that address critical issues in the fields of health and biomedicine. Funding is intended to support transdisciplinary studies in fields such as computers, behavi...

GrantWatch ID#: 193420
Upcoming

Grants to USA IHEs and Nonprofits for Humanities Projects That Benefit Underserved Populations

Deadline 10/07/25

Grants of up to $30,000 and grants of up to $60,000 to USA and territories IHEs and nonprofit organizations for humanities projects that benefit underserved populations. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to one month to complete. Grant cate...

GrantWatch ID#: 205495
NEW

Grants to USA Private Colleges and Universities for Projects to Benefit Students and Faculty

Deadline 10/09/25 LOI Date: 08/28/25

Grants to USA private colleges and universities for projects to benefit students and faculty. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to support projects related to higher education, especially those that improve faculty l...

GrantWatch ID#: 204723

Grants to USA IHEs, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Address Racial Injustices and Sys...

Deadline 10/14/25

Grants to USA IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and tribal and local governments for projects addressing racial injustices and systemic racism in the STEM field. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197938
NEW

Fellowships to USA Early-Career Scientists for Research and Education Projects in Astronomy an...

Deadline 10/15/25

Fellowships to USA doctoral scientists for the implementation of independent scientific research projects. Applicants are required to register with the online application system prior to applying. Funding is intended for early-career researchers at eligible host instit...

GrantWatch ID#: 175937

Grants to USA IHEs, Tribes, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Government Agencies for Behavioral Re...

Deadline 10/15/25

Grants to USA and territories IHEs, Tribes, nonprofit organizations, for-profits, and government agencies for behavioral research. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to enhance research-orient...

GrantWatch ID#: 215872

Grants to USA IHEs, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Basic Research Regarding Chemica...

Deadline 10/17/25 LOI Date: 09/17/25

Grants to USA and territories IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and agencies for basic research regarding chemical warfare agents. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for research that w...

GrantWatch ID#: 215612
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, Agencies, and For-Profits to Develop Model Neuroscientific Res...

Deadline 10/17/25 LOI Date: 09/17/25

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, for-profits, school districts, and Tribal organizations to develop model neuroscientific research programs. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217682
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits and IHEs to Engage Students in Science and Engineering Research

Deadline 10/27/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and IHEs for collaborative science and engineering research activities. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to engage undergraduate and graduate students i...

GrantWatch ID#: 174400

Grants to USA IHEs for Research Projects Related to Pain Management

Deadline 10/28/25 LOI Date: 09/28/25

Grants to USA institutions of higher education for research projects related to pain management. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended for basic and mechanistic research projects, projects to imp...

GrantWatch ID#: 216833

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, and Tribes for Research on Technology-Based Learning

Deadline 11/04/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, and Tribal governments for research addressing new technologies in the field of education. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed in advance of applying. Funding is i...

GrantWatch ID#: 182497
Upcoming

Fellowships to USA Early-Career Postdoctoral Scientists for Training and Research

Deadline 11/05/25

Fellowships to USA early-career postdoctoral scientists at qualified IHEs and nonprofit organizations for training and research. Funding is intended to support career development to prepare scientists for future employment in the fields of academia, industry or private...

GrantWatch ID#: 175976

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, and Tribes for Research and Development Projects to Improve Pr...

Deadline 11/12/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, tribal governments, and others for research and development activities to enhance PreK-12 STEM education. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to support...

GrantWatch ID#: 177489

Grants to USA Investigators at Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for Scientific Research Proje...

Deadline 11/12/25

Grants to USA investigators affiliated with nonprofit organizations, for-profits, and IHEs for scientific research projects related to neuroscience. Eligible proposals focus on either innovative research projects or projects to advance data sharing in the field. Fundin...

GrantWatch ID#: 212262

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, and For-Profits to Promote Scientific Research Careers

Deadline 01/28/26 LOI Date: 12/29/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, and for-profit organizations to expand the workforce in the area of scientific research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take six weeks or more. Funding is intended to support educational activities th...

GrantWatch ID#: 195215

Grants to USA IHEs for Research to Address Environmental Challenges

Deadline 01/31/26 LOI Date: 09/17/25

Grants to USA institutions of higher education for research related to environmental engineering and sustainability. Applicants must submit a preliminary proposal and complete required registrations prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to help devel...

GrantWatch ID#: 193826
NEW

Grants to USA IHEs, Legal Research Organizations, and Sea Grant Programs for Research Projects...

Deadline 10/01/26 LOI Date: 08/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA institutions of higher education, legal research organizations, and Sea Grant programs for research projects related to marine law. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217692

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofit Charitable Organizations to Impact Public Policy in a Varie...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit charitable organizations to impact public policy in a variety of national and international issues. In previous years, grants have been awarded for general operations and project support to think tanks, national councils, judicial org...

GrantWatch ID#: 125864

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Economic Development Programs

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, IHEs, tribes, and district organizations for economic development programs. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. EDA provides investments that support a wide range of nonconstruct...

GrantWatch ID#: 146555

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations and Healthcare Providers to Advance H...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International registered charities, healthcare providers, IHEs, medical associations, and community groups for innovative activities related to rare diseases. Funding is intended to support projects and events that further healthcare, educati...

GrantWatch ID#: 153338

Grants to USA Individuals for Pro-Israel Events on College and University Campuses

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA students and campus professionals for interactive initiatives and events that support Israel. Funding is intended to engage college students in dialogue that helps promote positive aspects of Israel, including its culture, technology, politics, and societ...

GrantWatch ID#: 154228

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Prepare Health Professionals to Meet Current Health Needs

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, institutions, and agencies for programs that ensure healthcare professionals are well-educated and prepared to meet contemporary health needs. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. F...

GrantWatch ID#: 157996

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Prepare Health Professionals to Meet Contemporary Nee...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, institutions, and agencies for programs to ensure healthcare professionals are well-educated and prepared to meet contemporary health needs. Funding is intended for projects addressing medical stud...

GrantWatch ID#: 157997

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and IHEs for Ocean Conservation Projects

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and IHEs for projects related to ocean conservation. Funding is specifically intended for projects related to supporting sustainable fishing and marine protected areas surrounding island ...

GrantWatch ID#: 159199
NEW

Award to a USA Medical School Faculty Member to Recognize Efforts in Supporting Ethnic and Rac...

Deadline Ongoing

Award of $25,000 to a USA medical school faculty member to acknowledge efforts to achieve justice and equity for minorities in the fields of healthcare and medical education. The recipient will be awarded a grant for a project that supports the equity and needs of ethn...

GrantWatch ID#: 159930
NEW

Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHEs and Research Centers for Science and Mathematics...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International educational institutions and research centers for projects in the fields of physical sciences, computer science, and mathematics. Applicants must submit a letter of intent in advance of a full proposal. This program will support...

GrantWatch ID#: 161529

In-Kind Support to USA Independent Filmmakers for Film Production Assistance

Deadline Ongoing

In-kind support to USA independent filmmakers for assistance in producing films. The program provides loans of professional-grade camera equipment and assistance with post-production. The program should benefit students and early-career filmmakers. Applicants may reque...

GrantWatch ID#: 161562

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Projects and Programs That Advance Gir...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for work in developing countries that furthers schooling for girls and young women. The purpose of the program is to support girls in elementary, secondary, and post-secondary schools. Funding is availabl...

GrantWatch ID#: 161907

Grants to USA, Canada, and International For-Profits and Canada Nonprofits to Collaborate wi...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International for-profit organizations and Canada nonprofit organizations to collaborate with universities for research projects in any sector. Applicants must consult staff before applying. The purpose of this program is to solve research ch...

GrantWatch ID#: 162825
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits and IHEs for Research Projects that Foster Financial Well-Being

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and state and public colleges and universities for research to help individuals gain necessary tools, knowledge, and skills regarding financial issues. The funding is intended for research geared to ensuring that individuals and fa...

GrantWatch ID#: 163638
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs in Education, Arts and Culture, Social Services, and Hea...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to help improve the quality of life for underserved populations throughout the country. Funding is intended to address significant issues in the areas of social service, health, education, and arts and culture. Eligible applicants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 167237
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs and Initiatives to Benefit Youth

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and initiatives that benefit youth. Previously funded grants include the establishment of endowment scholarships at universities and other educational institutions. The Board seeks to grant funds to organizations in a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 167659

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Programs and Projects Related to Health and Disease

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, including associations, hospitals, universities, and support groups, for innovative projects in the areas of patient services, medical and scientific education, and charitable events related to healthcare and social ser...

GrantWatch ID#: 169063

Grants to USA and Israel Scientist Teams for Collaborative Oceanic Sciences Research

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientist teams associated with institutions for higher education for collaborative research projects in the field of marine oceanography. All proposals must be jointly submitted by a USA and Israel principal investigator. The program will acce...

GrantWatch ID#: 170459
NEW

Grants to USA LEAs and IHEs to Support School Communities Following Serious Disruptive Events

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA local education agencies and institutions of higher education to assist the school community in restoring a learning environment following a serious disruptive event. Schools may request short-term assistance to address an acute need as well as longer-ter...

GrantWatch ID#: 173824

In-Kind Donations of Books to USA Nonprofits, Schools, IHEs, and Agencies to Supplement Librar...

Deadline Ongoing

In-kind donations of books to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, colleges and universities, museums and libraries, and local, state, and federal government agencies to build library collections. The books must be chosen in person by a representative at the funding s...

GrantWatch ID#: 174863
NEW

Grants to USA IHEs and Nonprofits for Projects Related to Cybersecurity

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA colleges, universities, and nonprofit organizations for projects related to cybersecurity. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is intended to support research and education projects addressing cyb...

GrantWatch ID#: 175790
NEW

Grants to USA and Israel Scientist Teams for Collaborative Materials Science Research

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientist teams affiliated with nonprofit research institutions, including institutions of higher learning, government research institutions, and hospitals, for collaborative materials science research projects. Funding is intended for a wide r...

GrantWatch ID#: 176065
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Provide Improved Learning Opportunities for Children

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to provide improved learning opportunities for children throughout the country. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to prepare children, especially those from underserved backgroun...

GrantWatch ID#: 178849
NEW

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, NGOs, and Individu...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International private, public, nonprofit, and for-profit organizations, government agencies, IHEs, faith-based organizations, NGOs, and individuals to improve the lives of people living in poverty. Applicants are advised that required registr...

GrantWatch ID#: 181034

Grants to USA Healthcare Organizations for Continuing Education Events for Healthcare Professi...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA professional societies, healthcare organizations, and education providers for events that provide healthcare professionals with further education. Funding is intended for expenses related to continuing education events in the areas of heart failure, struc...

GrantWatch ID#: 182567
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