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Resources for Sponsored Programs

BUDGET CHECKLIST

Download the Budget Checklist (PDF 60KB)

 

Other Resources

Current F&A Rates Agreement

Gift or Grant Guidelines

NSF Fields of Science

PeopleSoft Signature Page Keywords

Grants & Contracts Administration Fact Sheet

 

 

 

Quick Guide for Grant Proposals

  1. After formulating an idea for a project, transform the idea into a short concept paper that describes the work to be done.

  2. Identify the appropriate sponsor(s).

  3. Contact Melissa Laurenti (314) 516-5894 to review what training you will need in order to enter your budget into PeopleSoft. Refer to our contact us page to determine your appropriate contact by department/unit.

  4. Visit the sponsor web site and familiarize yourself with their guidelines and procedures.

  5. Take your short concept and prepare a draft proposal and an outlined budget.

  6. Discuss the proposal budget with Melissa Laurenti (314) 516-5894. Refer to our contact us page to determine your appropriate contact by department/unit. NOTE: When preparing a grant proposal, you must submit your budget to the Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA) office at least two weeks before the proposal submission deadline.

  7. Ensure regulatory compliance by securing approval for the use in your research of human subjects, animal subjects, radioactive material or recombinant DNA research (if applicable).

  8. Complete the PeopleSoft Signature page.

  9. Submit your final proposal to SPA.