NOAA Sea Grant College Program
About This Grant
Grants through a national network of 34 Sea Grant programs for marine research, education, and extension activities in coastal communities.
Grant Summary
NOAA Sea Grant College Program is a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration grant providing $50K to $1M for university, nonprofit. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
- Eligible org types: university, nonprofit
Requirements
- See program NOFO for full requirements
How to Apply
$50K–$1M
Rolling / Open
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for NOAA Sea Grant College Program from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration before the deadline.
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NOAA Sea Grant College Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the NOAA Sea Grant College Program?
NOAA Sea Grant College Program is offered by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and is generally open to university, nonprofit. It is available across 29 states. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the NOAA Sea Grant College Program provide?
NOAA Sea Grant College Program provides between $50K and $1M per award from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the NOAA Sea Grant College Program deadline?
NOAA Sea Grant College Program accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.
How do you apply for the NOAA Sea Grant College Program?
To apply for NOAA Sea Grant College Program, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.