EU Grants for Education

Discover EU funding opportunities and grant programmes for the education sector. Browse open and forthcoming calls from Horizon Europe and other European Commission initiatives.

Showing 30 of 377 grant calls

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Pillar I: Building institutional capacities for ethical, equitable, open, and inclusive ERA

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:March 12, 2026
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Pillar II: Strengthening ecosystems for open, ethical, and sustainable ERA

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:March 12, 2026
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Pillar I: Accelerating open access and research assessment reforms in ERA

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:March 12, 2026
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Pillar IV: Advancing Knowledge for ERA

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:March 12, 2026
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Pillar III: Fostering citizen engagement for more responsible and democratic R&I

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:March 12, 2026
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Pillar II: Piloting innovative approaches to support academic startups and spinoffs

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:March 12, 2026
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Pillar III: Science comes to town 2028

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:March 12, 2026
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Partnerships for Excellence: European Universities – European Degree exploratory action

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€14 000 000
Deadline:March 17, 2026
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AI improved advanced manufacturing and production processes in factories (RIA) (Made in Europe and AI, Data and Robotics partnerships)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€38 000 000
Deadline:March 17, 2026
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Innovative AI methods and technologies for the process industries (RIA) (Processes4Planet and AI, Data and Robotics partnerships)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€38 000 000
Deadline:March 17, 2026
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Capacity Building Cap2b

I3 Project Grants

Budget:€9 800 000
Deadline:March 19, 2026
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European Degree Pathway Projects

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:March 19, 2026
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Leadership Development programme for higher education institutions’ leaders

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:March 19, 2026
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A European HPC-centric Benchmark Framework

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€2 000 000
Deadline:March 24, 2026
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Capacity building in VET in Neighbourhood East

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€3 800 000
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Capacity building in VET in Sub-Saharan Africa

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€3 800 000
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Capacity building in VET in Caribbean

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€3 800 000
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Erasmus+ Virtual Exchanges in Western Balkans

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 174 285
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Capacity building in VET in South Mediterranean Countries

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€3 800 000
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Capacity building in VET in Western Balkans

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€3 800 000
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Erasmus+ Virtual Exchanges in Neighbourhood East

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 174 285
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Erasmus+ Virtual Exchanges in South Mediterranean Countries

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 174 285
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Erasmus+ Virtual Exchanges in Sub-Saharan Africa

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 174 285
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Capacity building in VET in Latin America

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€3 800 000
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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AI-driven forecasting algorithms for Grid and Consumer friendly Energy Sharing – Societal Readiness pilot

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€25 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Uptake of innovative cybersecurity solutions for SMEs

DIGITAL JU SME Support Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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From Learning to Convergence: The Implementation of the European Asylum Curriculum (EAC)

EUBA Type of Action

Budget:€300 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Next generation of renewable energy technologies

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€23 500 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Targeting key value chain components for increasing the competitiveness of renewable energy technologies in Europe

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€25 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Strengthening skills and capacity for the deployment of EU Missions

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions About Education EU Grants

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.
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.
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.
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.