Finding Funding Opportunities
The Research Development Office can assist faculty in identifying research funding opportunities. If you would like support, please contact Joyce Christian or Deneshia Anderson.
Our Upcoming Solicitations List highlights upcoming solicitations relevant to the NC State College of Education community. This list includes key deadlines and sponsor links to help faculty and researchers stay informed and plan ahead for potential grant submissions. We encourage early notification, preparation, and collaboration to maximize the impact of these opportunities.
We also regularly share education-related funding opportunities with interested College of Education faculty and staff. To subscribe to the College of Education Funding Listserv, please email Joyce Christian with your request.
Search for Funding
Below are links to University-subscribed funding search engines, as well as information on setting up funding alerts through InfoEd SPIN and Grants.gov. These resources can help you create customized funding searches tailored to your specific research interests.
You’ll also find links to federal funding agency websites, including the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the U.S. Department of Education’s Institute of Education Sciences (IES), along with internal NC State funding programs. Use these links to explore current and upcoming funding opportunities.
- Funding Databases + Search Tools
- Candid. Foundation Directory
- UCLA Graduate Education – Funding Database
External Funding Agencies
University Internal Funding Programs
Listed below is information and links to the university’s internal funding opportunity programs that support faculty and staff in their research and professional development activities.
- University Internal Funding Opportunities (RDO)
- DELTA Innovation in Distributed Education Applications (IDEA) Grants
- Chancellor’s Innovation Fund
- Internationalization Seed Grants
- Outreach and Engagement (O&E) Incentive Grants Program
College of Education Internal Funding Programs
Listed below is information and links to the college’s internal funding opportunity programs that support the College of Education’s faculty and staff in their research and professional development activities.
- Catalyst Grants
- Additional Opportunities (Coming Soon!)