The Fiscal Year 2027 Defense University Research Instrumentation Program (DURIP) is a grant offered by the Department of War. It aims to help U.S. colleges and universities buy research equipment or tools to enhance their ability to conduct research and train scientists and engineers in areas important to national defense.
Who it's for: This grant is for accredited U.S. institutions of higher education, such as colleges and universities, that are involved in research and education related to national defense.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Being a for-profit organization
- Not being an accredited U.S. institution of higher education
- Proposing projects unrelated to national defense research
What You May Need
- Proof of accreditation as a U.S. institution of higher education
- Detailed proposal for the research equipment or instrumentation
- Budget plan for the requested funds
- Documentation of the institution's research capabilities
- Letters of support or collaboration (if applicable)
Cautions
- Ensure the research aligns with national defense priorities
- Verify your institution's accreditation status
- For-profit organizations are not eligible
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are accredited U.S. institutions of higher education, such as colleges and universities, that are involved in research and education in areas important to national defense. For-profit organizations are not eligible.
Overview
This grant is for accredited U.S. institutions of higher education, such as colleges and universities, that are involved in research and education related to national defense.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Being a for-profit organization
- Not being an accredited U.S. institution of higher education
- Proposing projects unrelated to national defense research
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to purchase research equipment or instrumentation that will enhance the institution's ability to conduct defense-related research and education.
Total Program Funding
$28,000,000
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 29, 2026
- Deadline
- Nov 6, 2026(14 days)
- Archive Date
- Dec 6, 2026
- Last Updated
- Jul 29, 2026
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Spring 2027
Application Checklist
- Verify your institution's accreditation status
- Prepare a detailed proposal for the equipment or instrumentation
- Create a budget plan for the requested funds
- Gather necessary documentation of research capabilities
- Submit application by November 6, 2026