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Grants for United States Colleges & Universities

Explore 797 active, human-verified grants for colleges, universities, community colleges, trade schools, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), and other Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) across United States. These grants support institutions and fund campus infrastructure, research, faculty initiatives, workforce development, technology, academic programs, and other institutional priorities. Discover funding from federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate grantmakers, updated daily.

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Fellowships to USA Anesthesiology Students for Research Development

Deadline: 02/15/27

Fellowships of $75,000 per year to USA physicians training in anesthesiology for research development. The purpose of the fellowship program is to provide fellows and residents with training in scientific methods and research techniques. Research areas include: ba...

GrantWatch ID#: 215777

Scholarships to USA Undergraduate Students for Studies in Advertising, Marketing, and PR

Deadline: 02/15/27

Scholarships of $2,500 to USA undergraduate students at a qualifying IHE to support studies related to marketing, advertising, and public relations. In addition to receiving funding, successful applicants will participate in a trip that includes career development...

GrantWatch ID#: 222581

Scholarships to USA Graduate Students for Studies in Advertising, PR, and Marketing

Deadline: 02/15/27

Scholarships to USA graduate students at IHEs to pursue studies in marketing, advertising, or public relations. Successful applicants will receive funding and participate in career development workshops and activities. Full-time Master’s degree students with a m...

GrantWatch ID#: 222631

Scholarships to USA Undergraduates and Graduates for Studies in Healthcare Communications

Deadline: 02/15/27

Scholarships to USA undergraduate and graduate students attending a four-year IHE for studies related to marketing and communications in the healthcare industry. Successful applicants will receive scholarship funding and attend a career development program. Eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 222632

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, and Agencies to Provide Research Experiences to S...

Deadline: 03/17/27 LOI Date: 02/17/27

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and agencies to provide research experiences to students. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to encourage people to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215142

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Productions and Presentations in the Field of Architecture

Deadline: 02/25/27

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for productions and presentations that focus on the field of architecture. Funding may be used for projects including public programs, new media projects, publications, films, and exhibitions. Grant funding is...

GrantWatch ID#: 177777

Grants to USA Researchers at IHEs, Nonprofits, and Agencies for STEM-Based Research Studies an...

Deadline: 02/26/27

Grants to USA researchers affiliated with IHEs, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies for studies related to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects. Funding is intended for programs and conferences designed to promote STEM education ...

GrantWatch ID#: 204476

Grants to USA IHEs, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Support Early-Career Researchers ...

Deadline: 02/26/27

Grants to USA and territories IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and agencies to support early-career researchers studying specific topics. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 218296

Grants to USA Individuals to Research Native American History

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $3,500 to USA individuals to conduct research on Indigenous peoples of the continental United States and Canada. Preference will be given to younger researchers with a doctorate. Funding is intended for research in the areas of Native American ling...

GrantWatch ID#: 178514

Grants to USA Scientists and Engineers for Research Studies and Career Development

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to USA engineers and scientists at IHEs for research support and professional development. Funding is intended to assist scholars at the associate professor rank (or equivalent) in significantly improving and advancing their research program and career path...

GrantWatch ID#: 204477

Grants to USA IHEs for Research Projects to Address Biological Issues Related to Mathematics

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to USA institutions of higher education for research projects that address biological issues related to mathematics. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The purpose of funding is to support innovative mathe...

GrantWatch ID#: 212623

Grants to USA Institutions to Offer Scholarships to Attend Floral Design Programs

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to USA institutions to offer scholarships to attend floral design programs. The purpose of the grant program is to support individuals with financial need who want to pursue careers in the floral design and retail sectors of the industry. Priority is given ...

GrantWatch ID#: 227762

Grants to USA IHEs to Provide Support and Scholarships to Low-Income Students in STEM Fields

Deadline: 03/02/27

Grants to USA institutions of higher education to provide support to low-income students in STEM fields. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for scholarship programs, curriculum development, st...

GrantWatch ID#: 212625

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Cancer Studies

Deadline: 03/15/27

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International researchers at universities, hospitals, and institutions for projects related to the study of cancer. The funding source encourages proposals addressing a broad range of cancer research, including theoretical and exper...

GrantWatch ID#: 190813

Scholarships to USA and Canada High School and College Students for Training and Education Rel...

Deadline: 03/15/27

Scholarships to USA and Canada high school and college students for training and education to pursue careers in the dude ranch industry. Funding is intended for studies in a wide range of fields that have relevance to the industry. Scholarship recipients must comm...

GrantWatch ID#: 221336

Grants to USA and Israel Nonprofits for General Support and Capital Projects in Jewish Communi...

Deadline: 03/31/27

Grants to USA and Israel nonprofit organizations for a wide range of projects and programs that benefit Jewish communities. Funding is intended for capital projects, general operating support, or programming. In the United States, grants will primarily support res...

GrantWatch ID#: 180526

Fellowships to USA Researchers, Historians, Teachers, and Students to Conduct Research on Amer...

Deadline: 03/31/27

Fellowships to USA historians, K-12 teachers, writers, IHE students, and others to conduct history-related research projects in Ohio. Applicants are required to contact staff prior to applying. Selected fellows will conduct projects using materials from a designat...

GrantWatch ID#: 210043

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Doctoral Candidates for Dissertation Research th...

Deadline: 03/31/27

Fellowships of $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International doctoral candidates for support of historical research that utilizes the collections of a specified institution. Funding, free housing, and office space will assist graduate students working on their dissert...

GrantWatch ID#: 222783

Grants to USA IHEs and Nonprofits for Cybersecurity Education and Workforce Development Progra...

Deadline: 04/03/27

Grants to USA IHEs and nonprofit organizations for cybersecurity education and workforce development programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to strengthen the nation's cybersecurity workf...

GrantWatch ID#: 227216

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico Fellows at IHEs to Promote Education and Training

Deadline: 04/12/27

Grants of up to $4,000 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and Mexico fellows at institutions of higher education to promote professional development and support travel expenses. Funding is intended to encourage the academic career of exceptional hepatology traine...

GrantWatch ID#: 226972

Fellowships to USA Researchers Affiliated with IHEs and Nonprofits for Collaborative Scientifi...

Deadline: 04/14/27

Fellowships to USA and territories researchers affiliated with institutions of higher education and nonprofit organizations for collaborative scientific research activities. The purpose of the program is to provide career development opportunities for fellows and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 212808

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, Federal Agencies, Research Centers, and Tribes for Cyber Innov...

Deadline: 04/14/27

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, federal agencies, research centers, and tribes for cyber innovation research projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is intended for projects that improve...

GrantWatch ID#: 220581

Opportunity for USA Undergraduate, Graduate, and Postgraduate Students to Gain Experience in t...

Deadline: 04/15/27

Opportunity for USA undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students to gain experience in the field of neuroscience at a hospital in California. Applicants attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities are encouraged to apply, as well as students from ...

GrantWatch ID#: 200913

Grants to USA and Canada Organizations to Improve Healthcare for Underserved Communities

Deadline: 04/30/27

Grants to USA and Canada organizations for initiatives to improve healthcare for underserved communities. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: cancer prevention, advancing crisis preparedness and response, and increa...

GrantWatch ID#: 214122

Scholarships and In-Kind Support to USA Individuals for Secondary Chemistry Teacher Education

Deadline: 05/01/27

Scholarships of up to $6,000 and in-kind support to USA individuals preparing for careers as secondary chemistry or science educators. Funding is intended to offset education costs and provide ongoing mentoring as recipients complete graduate-level training or tea...

GrantWatch ID#: 202881

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Graduate Students to Pursue Projects in the Field of ...

Deadline: 05/01/27

Grants of $4,000 and grants of $8,000 to USA, Canada, and International graduate students to pursue projects in the field of folklore. Funding is intended for expenses related to fieldwork that contributes to the student's thesis or dissertation. The purpose of th...

GrantWatch ID#: 222488

Scholarships to USA and Canada IHE Students to Pursue Math Teaching Careers

Deadline: 05/01/27

Scholarships of up to $10,000 to USA and Canada college sophomores and graduate students to pursue degrees in teaching secondary education mathematics. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. Funding is intended to provide financi...

GrantWatch ID#: 231173

In-Kind Membership to USA and Canada IHE Students to Pursue Math Teaching Careers

Deadline: 05/01/27

In-kind grants of membership enrollment to USA and Canada higher education students pursuing degrees in teaching math. Students must be members of the funding source's organization and must be in their final year of studies towards a degree in teaching math at any...

GrantWatch ID#: 231176

Scholarships to USA and Canada Grade 6-12 Math Teachers for Professional Development

Deadline: 05/01/27

Scholarships of up to $3,000 to USA and Canada mathematics teachers for grade 6-12 students to pursue professional development related to specific topics. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. Funding is intended for education in...

GrantWatch ID#: 231177

Scholarships to USA and Canada IHE Students Pursuing Careers in Teaching Math

Deadline: 05/01/27

Scholarships of up to $10,000 to USA and Canada college and university students to pursue studies in teaching mathematics. Applicants must become members of the funding source's organization. The purpose of the fund is to assist students seeking to teach elementar...

GrantWatch ID#: 231178

Scholarships to USA and Canada IHE Students Pursuing Careers in Teaching Math

Deadline: 05/01/27

Scholarships of up to $10,000 to USA and Canada college and university students to pursue studies in teaching middle and high school mathematics. Applicants must become members of the funding source's organization. The purpose of the fund is to assist students see...

GrantWatch ID#: 231179

Cooperative Agreements to USA Agencies, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for the Production a...

Deadline: 06/15/27 LOI Date: 05/16/27

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and IHEs to support the production and distribution of specific reagents at eligible facilities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several wee...

GrantWatch ID#: 217253

Grants to USA IHEs and Nonprofits to Promote Cancer Research

Deadline: 06/01/27

Grants to USA academic institutions and nonprofit entities to promote cancer research. Funding is intended to serve as seed money that allows junior faculty members to initiate new research projects. The purpose of the grant program is to support the development o...

GrantWatch ID#: 213596

Grants to USA Scholars and Graduate Students to Support Expenses of History Projects Conducted...

Deadline: 06/01/27

Grants to USA scholars and graduate students to support expenses of history projects conducted through interviews. Funding is intended for the costs of travel and accommodations incurred by meeting with interviewees, as well as for equipment purchases. The purpose...

GrantWatch ID#: 222789

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, For-Profits, and IHEs to Develop Resources that Advance Bi...

Deadline: 06/14/27

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, for-profits, and institutions of higher education to develop resources that advance biomedical research. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to a...

GrantWatch ID#: 222170

Awards to USA Current or Former Educators at IHEs for Inspiring Students to Contribute to Soci...

Deadline: 06/15/27

Awards to USA professors, instructors, and teachers at IHEs to honor educators who have inspired students to contribute to society. Nominees may be current or former academic faculty members whose influence on their former students brought them to establish a conc...

GrantWatch ID#: 219865

Awards to USA, Canada, and International IHE Students in the Field of Folklore to Attend a Con...

Deadline: 06/15/27

Awards of $500 to USA, Canada, and International undergraduate and graduate students working in the field of public folklore. The award funds will be used to cover costs related to attending an annual conference hosted by the funding source. Eligible nominees are ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222497

Award to a USA or Canada Residency Program in Recognition of Innovative Education in Psychiatry

Deadline: 06/30/27

Award to a USA or Canada psychiatric education program in recognition of innovative methods to train medical students, residents, mental health professionals, physicians, and community members. Recipients will receive a certificate and a grant. A representative fr...

GrantWatch ID#: 153304

Grants to USA Community Colleges, Trade Schools, and IHEs to Provide Scholarships for Manufact...

Deadline: 06/30/27

Grants to USA community colleges, trade schools, and IHEs to provide scholarships for manufacturing training programs. The purpose of the program is to enhance interest in manufacturing-based careers and increase the availability of skilled workers in the manufact...

GrantWatch ID#: 199369

Prize to a USA, Canada, or International Student for an Outstanding Paper Related to Baltic or...

Deadline: 07/15/27

Prize of $300 to a USA, Canada, or International student for an outstanding paper related to Baltic or Nordic folklore. The prize will recognize exceptional essays, research-based media productions, or conference papers with a folklore topic related to Northern Eu...

GrantWatch ID#: 222498

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Graduate Student for Excellent Scholarship in the Fie...

Deadline: 07/15/27

Award of $500 to a USA, Canada, or International graduate student for excellent scholarship in the field of religious folklife and folk belief. The purpose of the award is to recognize a research paper written within the previous 17 months, which may be published ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222512

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Junior and Senior Scholars to Recognize Exceptional P...

Deadline: 07/15/27

Awards of $400 to USA, Canada, and International junior and senior scholars to recognize exceptional papers that focus on folklore and science. One award will be given to a senior scholar and one to a junior scholar. The presentation length paper should address th...

GrantWatch ID#: 222519

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Student Scholar to Recognize Exceptional Research Add...

Deadline: 07/15/27

Award of $500 to a USA, Canada, or International student scholar to recognize exceptional research addressing folklore in the Mediterranean region. Graduate and advanced undergraduate students may apply. All topics and subject areas in the discipline will be consi...

GrantWatch ID#: 222521

Prize to a USA, Canada, or International Undergraduate Student for a Research Paper Related to...

Deadline: 07/15/27

Prize of $250 to a USA, Canada, or International undergraduate student for a research paper related to folklore. The purpose of the program is to recognize excellent works that address topics related to religious folklife and folk belief. Eligible papers must be w...

GrantWatch ID#: 222576

Grants and Awards to USA Nonprofits and IHEs for the Advancement of Exemplary Academics in Sci...

Deadline: 07/28/27

Grants and awards to USA nonprofit organizations and IHEs for activities that further the professional advancement of researchers and educators in scientific fields. First-time applicants are advised that required registrations can take several weeks to complete. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 162930

Grants to USA Researchers at IHEs for Research that will Commercially Benefit the Floral Indus...

Deadline: 08/01/27

Grants to USA researchers at IHEs for research that will commercially benefit the floral industry. Funding is intended for projects that will identify challenges within the industry and work to solve them. Funded researchers will be expected to disseminate their f...

GrantWatch ID#: 209139

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, IHEs, and Hunter Associations for Initiatives Related to H...

Deadline: 08/01/27

Grants to USA qualifying nonprofit organizations, schools, IHEs, libraries, and hunting associations for initiatives related to health, education, and animals and environment. Eligible applicants include associations of game hunters and charitable organizations th...

GrantWatch ID#: 220212

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

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit charitable organizations to impact public policy on 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, judicia...

GrantWatch ID#: 125864

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

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, ed...

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 s...

GrantWatch ID#: 154228
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