University of Tomorrow
The European Space Agency’s University of Tomorrow grant funds studies using satellite technologies to develop innovative solutions for university research, education, and infrastructure challenges.
Funder: European Space Agency
Due Dates: August 17, 2026 (clarification/extension request) | August 31, 2026 (full proposal deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to €75,000 per project (75% ESA co-funding, max project budget €100,000); project duration: 6 months.
Summary: Supports companies to develop space-enabled applications and services addressing university challenges in education, research, or infrastructure.
Key Information: National Delegation authorisation required before submission; only open to teams in specific ESA member states.
Description
This call, run by the European Space Agency (ESA), funds feasibility studies for innovative applications and services that use space technologies—such as satellite data, navigation, and communications—to address pressing challenges faced by universities. The program targets solutions that enhance digital learning, campus connectivity, virtual labs, knowledge sharing, resource management, and broader academic innovation. Projects should demonstrate technical feasibility, commercial potential, and leverage satellite assets to create more resilient, inclusive, and advanced higher education environments.
