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Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Workforce Development

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FY25 ONR Office Of Naval Research (ONR) Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics(STEM) Education and Workforce Program
Contact for amount
US Department of Defense (Office of Naval Research)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 8, 2025

This funding opportunity supports a wide range of initiatives aimed at improving STEM education and workforce development for students, educators, and institutions across various sectors, including academia and nonprofits.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Department of the Navy (DoN) Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority Institutions (HBCU/MI) Program
$525,000
US Department of Defense (Office of Naval Research)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 3, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to support research initiatives at Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Institutions, enhancing their capabilities in science and technology relevant to the Navy's operations while promoting student engagement in STEM fields.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Rural Primary Care Residency Training Grant Program
$750,000
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 5, 2025

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This grant provides financial support to develop and sustain primary care residency programs in rural Minnesota, aiming to increase the number of physicians serving underserved communities.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Joint Institute for Wood Products Innovation Grant, FY 2025-2026
$450,000
California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This grant provides funding to support innovative projects that enhance sustainable forest management and wood product utilization in California, targeting academic institutions, government agencies, nonprofits, and businesses involved in the forest products sector.

Natural Resources
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
2026 Health Professionals Clinical Training Expansion Grant Program
$300,000
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 4, 2025

Date Added

Jun 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports the development and expansion of clinical training programs for health professionals in rural and underserved urban communities across Minnesota, focusing on enhancing the state's healthcare workforce.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
U.S.-Ukraine University Partnerships for Peace and Security
$250,000
US Department of State (U.S. Mission to Ukraine)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 25, 2025

Date Added

Jun 21, 2025

This grant provides funding for U.S. educational and research institutions to collaborate with Ukrainian partners on projects that enhance security, stability, and innovation in areas such as cybersecurity, defense technology, and agriculture.

International Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
DoD Cyber Service Academy (DoD CSA)
$20,000,000
US Department of Defense (Washington Headquarters Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 7, 2025

Date Added

Jun 19, 2025

This program provides funding to U.S. higher education institutions recognized for excellence in cybersecurity to establish scholarship programs for students pursuing cyber-related degrees, aiming to strengthen the national cybersecurity workforce.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Office Of Naval Research (ONR) Young Investigator Program (YIP)
$750,000
US Department of Defense (Office of Naval Research)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2025

Date Added

Jun 19, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to early-career academic scientists and engineers in the U.S. to advance research relevant to the Navy's science and technology priorities.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
2025 Rural and Underserved Clinical Rotations Grant Program
$400,000
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 25, 2025

Date Added

Jun 10, 2025

This funding opportunity supports health professional training programs in Minnesota to expand clinical rotations in rural and underserved areas, enhancing healthcare access and workforce diversity.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY 2025 Community College Initiative Program
$3,937,500
US Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 4, 2025

Date Added

Jun 5, 2025

This grant provides funding to a U.S. organization to support foreign students from key regions in gaining technical and professional skills through community colleges, enhancing global engagement and economic stability in their home countries.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
EPSCoR Centers of Research Excellence in Science and Technology
$1,500,000
National Science Foundation (U.S. National Science Foundation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to eligible higher education institutions in specific U.S. jurisdictions to establish research centers that enhance STEM education and research capacity while promoting workforce development and broadening participation in these fields.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
OSERS-OSEP: Interdisciplinary Preparation of Early Intervention, Special Education, and Related Services Personnel Serving Children with Disabilities who have High-Intensity Needs, ALN: 84.325K FY25 NIA
$350,000
US Department of Education (Department of Education)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 26, 2025

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to higher education institutions and nonprofit organizations to develop interdisciplinary training programs for professionals who will support children with disabilities requiring intensive interventions.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Centers of Research Excellence in Science and Technology
$7,500,000
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 4, 2026

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This program provides funding to minority-serving institutions to enhance their research capabilities and develop a diverse workforce in STEM fields.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Industry-University Cooperative Research Centers Program
$150,000
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 11, 2025

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This program provides funding to U.S. colleges and universities to foster collaborative research partnerships with industry and government, focusing on innovative solutions to critical national challenges while developing a skilled workforce in science and engineering.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Strengthening the Cyberinfrastructure Professionals Ecosystem (SCIPE)
Contact for amount
National Science Foundation (U.S. National Science Foundation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 15, 2026

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This grant provides funding to enhance the skills and integration of Cyberinfrastructure Professionals in research, supporting initiatives that improve access to advanced computing resources and training in science and engineering.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
DOD Peer Reviewed Cancer, Career Development Award Fellow and Resident Option
$6,720,000
US Department of Defense (Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 3, 2025

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports early-career researchers and medical residents conducting impactful cancer research relevant to military health, with a focus on improving the quality of life for service members and their families.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC)
$1,500,000
National Science Foundation (U.S. National Science Foundation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 27, 2026

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides funding to enhance collaborative research capacity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) among institutions in eligible jurisdictions, particularly focusing on partnerships that include diverse organizations like Minority-Serving Institutions and Primarily Undergraduate Institutions.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement (RII): EPSCoR Research Fellows
$300,000
National Science Foundation (U.S. National Science Foundation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 14, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides funding for researchers from eligible institutions to collaborate with top-tier academic, government, or industry partners, enhancing their research capabilities and career development in STEM fields.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Experiential Learning for Emerging and Novel Technologies (ExLENT)
Contact for amount
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This program provides funding to enhance workforce development by offering hands-on learning opportunities in emerging technology fields for individuals from diverse and historically underrepresented backgrounds.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Mind, Machine and Motor Nexus
Contact for amount
National Science Foundation (U.S. National Science Foundation)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 17, 2025

This funding opportunity supports researchers developing intelligent systems that improve human interaction and collaboration in dynamic environments, focusing on safety and well-being in areas like elder care and disaster response.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education