University Research Council Guidelines and Application Forms

Applications for FY25 must be received by the Office of Sponsored Projects by 11:59 pm on Thursday, April 10, 2025. 

The Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP) is accepting applications for the spring University Research Council (URC) internal grant program. The URC Grant aims to provide seed funding for the initiation of innovative research and scholarly projects in various fields. The primary focus is to support projects that have the potential to secure external funding, result in peer-reviewed publications, or culminate in public exhibitions or performances. The program particularly emphasizes aiding new faculty in launching their research endeavors. Only proposals adhering to these criteria will be considered for funding.

Applicants should submit their proposals electronically by clicking here to apply.  Proposal documents can be submitted using the templates below or combined together into one pdf document. See guidelines below for further instructions.

Download grant files below:

FY26 URC Guidelines 

FY26 FAQ for Awardees 

Cover Page Form PDF

Budget form  

CV format  PDF / docx 

FY26 URC Grant Pre-Application Webinar

The slides from the URC Pre-Application Webinar held on February 10, 2025, are now available for those who were unable to attend. These slides provide an overview of the grant guidelines, proposal requirements, and key tips for submitting a competitive application.

📌 View the Webinar Slides Here

For additional questions, please contact the Office of Sponsored Projects.