University of Iowa researchers, program creators, and service providers generally seek funding from a variety of organizations that provide open competitions for funds to support projects complimentary to the organization’s mission. 

Project development, application completion, and application submission following the unique guidelines of the University of Iowa as well as the funding sponsor represent essential stages of proposal preparation. 

Applying for financial support or in-kind gifts to achieve particular goals or objectives from a funding organization or sponsor involves understanding the source of the funds, following directions given in the proposal guidelines, and getting it approved through University channels. 

 Proposal Development

Grant Writer’s Tools A collection of guidelines, examples, and tips for developing a competitive grant proposal for your project.

Budget Information Guidelines for developing your budget and rates and numbers to use in calculating costs.

Proposal Checklist Does your proposal have all the components it needs to be successful?

Application Form Information

Forms Downloadable forms from federal sponsors, the University of Iowa, and DSP.

Frequently Requested Information Various numbers, dates, and assurances that sponsors often request on an application’s cover page. 

Principal Investigator and Human Research Administrator Human Resources Management  The Office of the Provost and Human Resources has created a website that addresses financial and human resource management issues in relation to grants and contracts.

Submitting Your Proposal at the UI The University of Iowa’s internal guidelines and procedures for submitting proposals.

NOTE: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) faculty who are applying for fellowships must complete the CLAS Request for Stipend Supplement/Fringe Benefits Support form prior to submitting their fellowship applications, in addition to the university Routing Form.

Application Submission Services

Applications Submitted Electronically via Grants.gov

DSP Copying and Shipping Deadlines Want us to copy and ship your proposal?  Here’s what you need to do.

CMAB Courier DSP picks up proposals and documents from CMAB once a day.

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