NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) Academic Community Sites (UG1 Clinical Trials Not Allowed)
About
This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is one of three NOFOs for the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP). NCORP is designed to enhance generalizability and dissemination of clinical trial and other human subject research study results through accrual in a variety of community settings. The purpose of NCORP is to engage cancer patient populations, those at risk of cancer, and organizations in rigorous studies focused on cancer control, prevention, treatment and care delivery. NCORP is a community-based research network that: Designs and conducts clinical trials and other human subject studies for adults and children in cancer control, prevention, screening, and care delivery, as well as quality-of-life studies embedded within treatment trials; Enhances patient and provider access to treatment and imaging trials conducted under the National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN); NCORP will support the following components that will be individually awarded through the respective Request for Applications (RFAs) indicated below: NCORP Research Bases (UG1 Clinical Trials Required); NCORP Community Sites (UG1 Clinical Trials Not Allowed); andNCORP Academic Community Sites (UG1 Clinical Trials Not Allowed)(covered by this NOFO)NCORP Academic Community Sites are a consortium led by an academic center with a network of community hospitals and/or oncology practices, public hospitals, and/ or other healthcare centers that serve a patient population that can.
The NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) Academic Community Sites grant supports academic institutions leading consortiums of community hospitals, oncology practices, public hospitals, and healthcare centers to conduct rigorous cancer research. This program is designed for organizations seeking to enhance the generalizability and dissemination of clinical trial results and human subject research across diverse community settings. NCORP Academic Community Sites fund research focused on cancer control, prevention, screening, treatment, and care delivery—including quality-of-life studies embedded within treatment trials. This grant specifically supports sites where clinical trials are NOT the primary focus, allowing organizations to engage cancer patient populations and those at risk through community-based research networks. Applicants should note that foreign organizations and non-domestic components of U.S. organizations are not eligible. Organizations with academic leadership and established networks of community healthcare providers should consider applying to strengthen cancer research accessibility and outcomes across their service populations. The program deadline is September 18, 2026.
Funding Facts
● Applications openDeadline
September 18, 2026
Who can apply
Last verified July 5, 2026 · Source: Grants.gov
Grant Details
Funding Range
Varies by cycle
Deadline
2026-09-18
Grant Type
federal
Application Cycle
Annual (Deadline: September 18, 2026)
Best For
Academic institutions with established networks of community healthcare providers, hospitals, and oncology practices seeking to conduct community-based cancer research
Eligibility
Refer to Section III. Eligibility Information in the NOFO for additional information on eligibility.Foreign Organizations/Foreign Collaborations:Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations) are not eligible to apply.Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply.Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are not allowed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) Academic Community Sites (UG1 Clinical Trials Not Allowed)?
Eligible applicants are academic centers leading consortiums of community hospitals, oncology practices, public hospitals, and other healthcare centers. U.S.-based domestic organizations are eligible. Foreign organizations, non-domestic components of U.S. organizations, and foreign collaborations are not eligible. For detailed eligibility requirements, refer to Section III of the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) on the NIH website.
How much funding does NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) Academic Community Sites (UG1 Clinical Trials Not Allowed) provide?
Specific funding amounts are not provided in the current listing. Award amounts may vary by cycle. Applicants should consult the official NOFO and NIH grants page for current funding information and budget guidelines.
How do I apply for NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) Academic Community Sites (UG1 Clinical Trials Not Allowed)?
Applications are submitted through the standard NIH grants process. The application deadline is September 18, 2026. Applicants should review the complete Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) on the NIH website for detailed application instructions, required documentation, and submission procedures. Academic institutions should begin preparing their institutional and community partnerships early.
What can NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) Academic Community Sites (UG1 Clinical Trials Not Allowed) funding be used for?
Funding supports the design and conduct of human subject research studies in cancer control, prevention, screening, and care delivery across community settings. This includes quality-of-life studies embedded within treatment trials and research that enhances patient and provider access to cancer-related interventions. Note: this NOFO specifically does not allow UG1 clinical trials as the primary focus.
Last updated: July 5, 2026