Developing a Proposal
For faculty desiring an orientation to the grants process, start here:
For an orientation to the budget development process, consult:
- Developing a Budget: A step-by-step guide (PDF)
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Sample budget 1 (xls)
- Sample budget 2 (xls)
- Sample budget narrative 2 (doc)
As soon as you decide to apply for external funding, confirm your intent to apply by sending an email to your Department Chair, and cc educore@educ.umass.edu. Please include in your email:
- Any RFP or other guidelines from the funder
- Prospectus of research project, if applicable [sample]
Proposal development is the responsibility of the P.I. Here are some resources to help you get started:
- SOE Preproposal Checklist
- Sample proposals
- UMass Roles & Responsibilities of PIs/Co-PIs
- I’m a PI, now what?
- University of Michigan Proposal Writer’s Guide
- Other proposal writer’s guides
- GAMS link
We are also available to consult with you regarding the construction of your proposal and budget.
