Question 1

What EU grants are available for the Education sector?

Accepted Answer

The European Commission offers a wide range of funding opportunities specifically designed for the Education sector. These include grants through Horizon Europe (the EU's flagship research and innovation programme with a budget of €95.5 billion), the European Innovation Council (EIC) which provides funding for breakthrough innovations, and various sector-specific initiatives. Funding types range from Research and Innovation Actions (RIA) with 100% funding rates, to Innovation Actions (IA) with 70% funding for companies, and Coordination and Support Actions (CSA) for networking and coordination activities. Our database helps you find grants that match your organization's specific needs, project stage, and funding requirements.

Question 2

How do I apply for Education grants from the EU?

Accepted Answer

Applying for EU grants in the Education sector involves several key steps. First, use Grantalist to identify suitable open calls that match your project idea and organization type. Next, carefully review the call documentation, including eligibility criteria, evaluation criteria, and the work programme. Most EU grants require you to form a consortium with partners from at least 3 different EU member states or associated countries. Once ready, you'll submit your proposal through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal, which includes a detailed description of your project, work packages, budget breakdown, and impact assessment. The evaluation process typically takes 3-5 months, after which successful applicants enter grant agreement preparation. We recommend starting your application at least 2-3 months before the deadline.

Question 3

What is the typical funding amount for Education EU grants?

Accepted Answer

EU grants for the Education sector offer diverse funding levels depending on the programme and action type. Small-scale grants through programmes like EIC Accelerator can start from €500,000 up to €2.5 million in grant funding, plus up to €15 million in equity investment. Collaborative research projects under Horizon Europe typically range from €3 million to €10 million for standard projects, while some large-scale flagship initiatives can exceed €20 million. SMEs and startups often benefit from higher funding rates (up to 70% for Innovation Actions compared to large companies) and access to specialized instruments. The exact amount depends on the specific call topic, project scope, consortium size, and type of activities proposed.

Question 4

Who is eligible for Education EU grants?

Accepted Answer

Eligibility for Education EU grants extends to a wide range of organizations. Legal entities from EU member states and associated countries (including the UK for some programmes, Norway, Switzerland, and others) are typically eligible. This includes universities and research institutions, large enterprises and multinational corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 250 employees, startups and scale-ups, public bodies and NGOs, and international organizations. Some calls specifically target certain organization types, such as SME-only calls or academic-focused research grants. Third-country participation is possible in many programmes, though often without EU funding.

EU Grants for Education

National Cyber Hubs

Trusted frameworks for secure and efficient data sharing in EOSC (EOSC Partnership)

Strengthening the human capital managing research infrastructures, including in international context

R&D for the next generation of scientific instrumentation, tools, methods, digitalisation and solutions for research infrastructure upgrades

Uptake of FAIR data management practices and of EOSC by research communities and research infrastructures (EOSC Partnership)

Implementing digital services to empower neuroscience research for health and brain inspired technology via EBRAINS

Consolidation of the research infrastructure landscape – individual support for evolution, long-term sustainability and emerging needs of pan-European research infrastructures

Digital twins and/or their major components for environment, climate and security

Training and innovation networks for sustained capacity development related to ethics, regulatory, pharmacovigilance, and related digital regulatory platforms

Enhancing integrated research and healthcare in sub-Saharan Africa through digital innovation and Artificial Intelligence

Centres of Vocational Excellence

MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026

ERA Fellowships

European Partnership on Rare Diseases (ERDERA) (Phase 2)

Development of a research capacity building programme on cancer with and for Ukraine

Enhancing the Security, Privacy and Robustness of AI Models and Systems (SecureAI)

Researching the technical, social & economic factors impacting the energy performance of Smart Buildings (Built4People Partnership)

Pragmatic clinical trials to optimise immunotherapeutic interventions for patients with refractory cancers

Advanced data platforms to integrate whole life carbon in building information tools, assessments, and certification (Built4People Partnership)

Microbiome for early cancer prediction before the onset of disease

Earlier and more precise palliative care

Improve the Quality of Life of older cancer patients

Advancing the European bio-based innovation enabled by biotechnology and biomanufacturing concepts

Demonstrating and deploying innovative collection, sorting-for-reuse and repair systems for textiles at city/region level (Circular Cities and Regions Initiative topic)

Bioeconomy policy support hub for Member States, regions and sectors

From lab to market: Strengthening the role of Technology Transfer Offices in bringing knowledge to the market

Rethinking long-term care policy in the face of EU demographic shifts

Research and Innovation Network for a Union of Equality

Making Europe a global magnet for talent - Attracting and retaining students, researchers and high-skilled workers from outside the EU

Towards a fair and transparent market for cultural and creative content in the era of generative AI

Frequently Asked Questions About Education EU Grants