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Grants for Colleges & Universities

Explore 1,711 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 the United States, Canada, and internationally. 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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1,711 grants found

Grants to Nevada Individuals, Nonprofits, and Institutions for Arts Programs and Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nevada individuals, nonprofit organizations, and public institutions for arts programs and projects. Applicants must consult with the funding source to determine available funding. Funding is intended for a variety of arts initiatives that demonstrate pu...

GrantWatch ID#: 231562
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Grants to Oklahoma Professionals for Financial Assistance with Student Loan Repayments

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Oklahoma qualifying individuals in eligible locations for financial assistance with student loan repayments. Funding is intended to assist professionals who are committed to residing and working in the local community, who have incurred student loan debt...

GrantWatch ID#: 231694
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Grants to Illinois Veterans for College Tuition and Fees at Approved Colleges

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Illinois veterans for college tuition and fees at approved colleges. Funding is intended to assist honorably discharged veterans with their higher education expenses. Individuals may submit an application to confirm eligibility even if they are not yet e...

GrantWatch ID#: 231757
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Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and Schools for Environmental Sustainabi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Colorado nonprofit and for-profit organizations, local governments, and schools for environmental sustainability projects. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. The purpose of funding is to create t...

GrantWatch ID#: 231758
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Grants to Illinois Members of the National Guard for College Tuition and Fees

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Illinois members of the national guard for college tuition and fees at approved colleges. Funding is intended to assist those who have served in the National Guard with their higher education expenses. Individuals may be eligible for either 4 or 6 years ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231759
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Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and Schools for Energy-Efficiency Equipm...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to Colorado nonprofit and for-profit organizations, local governments, and schools to purchase energy-efficiency equipment. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. The purpose of funding is...

GrantWatch ID#: 231760
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Scholarships to Illinois Individuals to Pursue a Degree in Early Childhood Education

Deadline: Ongoing

Scholarships to Illinois individuals to pursue a degree in early childhood education. Funding is intended to increase the number of qualified early childhood educators in the state by offering tuition assistance. Awardees are expected to work in early childhood ed...

GrantWatch ID#: 231769
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Institution-Affiliated Scholars for Research Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International scholars affiliated with accredited institutions for research projects. Priority is given to proposals that bridge fields of discipline. Eligible projects result in policy white papers, peer-reviewed publications, or sharea...

GrantWatch ID#: 231824
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Grants to Michigan Nonprofits and School Journalism Programs to Enhance Access to Reliable News

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $20,000 to Michigan nonprofit news organizations, IHE and high school journalism programs, and collaborative news initiatives to enhance access to reliable information and news in eligible regions. Funding is intended for salaries, fees, equipment,...

GrantWatch ID#: 231827
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Grants to New Hampshire Educators and Researchers for Projects on Marine and Coastal Systems

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $7,500 to New Hampshire PreK-12 educators and researchers and other individuals affiliated with IHEs and nonprofits for research and other projects related to marine and coastal systems. Funding is intended for a wide range of project types, includ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231941
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Grants to New York Medical Schools to Promote Translational Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York medical schools to promote translational research. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal and prequalify prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to attract outstanding researchers by upgrading research facilities...

GrantWatch ID#: 231985
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How to Find & Apply for College & University Grants in Your Area

Securing institutional grant funding starts with identifying opportunities that match your college or university's facility, research, or program needs. Use the GrantWatch directory filters above to narrow your search by category, funding source, and deadline, covering campus infrastructure, research facilities, faculty support, and academic programs. GrantWatch is a full grant lifecycle platform, supporting every stage from prospecting through post-award reporting, with the Grant Prospecting Dashboard and Grant Funding Pipeline to track opportunities, GrantWatch Intelligence™ to uncover best-fit funders faster, and the AI Grant Writing Tool to accelerate proposal development. Team members within the same GrantWatch ecosystem can be added as seats on the Grant Funding Pipeline at no extra cost, and multiple user licenses are available for large institutions.

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What types of grants are available for colleges and universities?

GrantWatch lists federal, state, corporate, and private foundation grants for colleges and universities across 61 categories, including research initiatives, faculty support, academic program development, and campus infrastructure.

Are there grants specifically for HBCUs and Hispanic-Serving Institutions?

Yes. GrantWatch lists grants specifically designated for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), alongside grants open to all colleges and universities. Review each grant listing's eligibility criteria to confirm designation requirements.

Do community colleges and trade schools qualify, or only universities?

Eligibility requirements vary by funding source. Many grants are open to community colleges, trade schools, and universities alike, while others are restricted to a specific type of institution. Review each grant listing's specific criteria to confirm eligibility.

Can multiple team members at my institution collaborate on GrantWatch?

Yes. Team members within the same GrantWatch ecosystem can be added as seats on the Grant Funding Pipeline at no extra cost, allowing departments, grant offices, and research teams to collaborate on shared opportunities. GrantWatch also offers multiple user licenses for large institutions with broader collaboration needs.

How often is the GrantWatch grant database updated?

GrantWatch's research team human-verifies and updates listings daily, with over a thousand new grant opportunities added each week. Deadlines, eligibility rules, and award amounts are checked regularly to keep the database accurate.

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