It is the position of the University that all proposals requesting support from any sponsor, either government or non-government, must include a request for full indirect cost recovery. However, some sponsors, particularly certain foundations, have specific written policies that preclude the use of the University's full F&A (indirect) cost rates; the rate allowed by the sponsor must be used in these cases. Either a copy of the agency's guidelines specifying their policy on indirect costs, or a letter/ email from the agency is required if less than full indirect rates are to be used. Please consult OSP for further information.
All requests for F&A modifications/waivers should be submitted to the Vice President for Research for approval. The one page letter from the investigator should provide a brief description of the project, a budget and a rationale for the request; it should include any written statement from the funding agency regarding F&A rates. The Unit Head and Dean should cosign this letter. This request should be submitted at least five (5) full working days prior to the date of submission of a proposal.