• Background. Present the project to be addressed and the importance of the proposed research.
• Methodology/approach. Provide both a description of and a justification for the project. For research projects, this might include design, sample size, measurement techniques, instrumentation and data analysis. Include a timetable for accomplishing specific tasks. If student assistance is required, clearly delineate the activities of the Principal Investigator and student.
• Significance. For research projects, describe the expected outcomes and their impact on current understanding, knowledge, or practice. For creative projects (undefined), describe the significance of the project both to a particular field and to the arts and humanities in general; include relevant information on galleries, events, judges, juries, etc. For either type of project, describe how the project contributes to the applicant's professional development as a scholar and to the building of a successful research program, where applicable.
• Adequacy of resources. Describe relevant experience, and what space, facilities and equipment are available. Provide evidence for access to facilities elsewhere if necessary to carry out the proposed research project.
• Planned External Proposal Development. A key issue to address in the Project Description, particularly for the large S&T awards category. Indicate funding agencies identified for proposal submission upon completion of this project including a time schedule for submission. If potential funding agencies cannot be identified indicate how the scholarly activity and expected outcomes would strengthen the ability of the PI to obtain funding at a later date.

References Cited – No page limit

List the references cited to back up the significance, methodology and approach of the research.

Curriculum Vitae (CV) – Two page maximum

Include date and institution of terminal degree and 10 most relevant publications (in print or accepted). The CV must delineate the applicant’s role in multi-authored citations (e.g. primary author, principal investigator, co-principal investigator, data collection, data analysis, etc.).

• Budget– Two page maximum (must be completed by the Office of Sponsored Research Administration)

Please contact The Office of Sponsored Research Administration for assistance in preparing the budget. Submit a detailed budget with an explanation justifying the amount requested for each category (see ALLOWABLE COSTS section).

Endorsement Letter from Immediate Supervisor

A letter from the applicant’s immediate supervisor detailing the departmental/unit support that will be provided to the applicant in case the proposal is funded. The letter should include cost-sharing for Ph.D. student tuition when applicable and any reduction in teaching and service loads in order to support the applicant’s research project.

Supporting Documents – Five page maximum

Include the following supporting documents, as appropriate:

• Any instruments or surveys which will be used in the project.
• Letters from collaborators who will be making substantial commitments of time and/or facilities to the project.
• Letters of support, which can include those from deans.
• Quotes for equipment purchases.