Core Guidance

Core guidance refers to the foundational financial rules, standards, and procedures that ensure sponsored projects are managed consistently, accurately, and in compliance with federal, sponsor, and institutional requirements. The resources below include links to related information that may apply to your awards or projects and can help you navigate specific requirements or scenarios.

Process Partners

Policies & Regulations

Data & Reporting Tools

Systems & Forms

Process Partners

Key campus offices we collaborate with to support the financial and administrative management of your sponsored projects. These partners play an important role in ensuring your research runs smoothly and stays compliant.

Financial ServicesUniversity-wide financial operations, accounting, and reporting.

Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP)Proposal submission, award negotiation, and sponsor coordination.

PurchasingProcurement policies, vendor management, and purchasing support.

PayrollEmployee compensation, payroll processing, and labor distribution.

TravelTravel policies, reimbursements, and expense guidelines.

Policies & Regulations

Essential policies, regulations, and guidance that govern the management of sponsored projects. Use these resources to understand requirements and ensure compliance with federal, sponsor, and university standards.

EDR InstructionsGuidance for effort distribution and reporting.

Research Education (REd)Training and educational resources for research administration.

Research HandbookComprehensive policies and procedures for conducting research.

University Regulations (Parts 3, 5, & 7)Institutional rules related to research and financial management.

Uniform GuidanceFederal regulations governing the use of sponsored funds.