Managing Faculty Grants

Engaging

UROP pays faculty grants by transferring awarded funds directly to recipients near the beginning of the grant term. After awards are transferred, UROP follows up with an email to recipients with the journal entry (JE#) of the transfer. Faculty are expected to spend UROP funding according to the budgets outlined in awarded proposals and to track their expenses for potential audits.

How are students paid with faculty grants?

Faculty are responsible for the payment of students and may use any method in compliance with the university's policy on paying students.

What payment method does UROP recommend?

Faculty are encouraged to talk to student team members about payment and select the method most appropriate for them. ÌýArea accountants can advise about paying students with employment, stipends or financial aid.

Note: Stipends paid using the university's payroll system (job code 3205) are considered "Other Financial Aid" (OFA) according to the university's policy and all award information must be reported to the Office of Financial Aid. Grants, scholarships and awards received as OFA may need to be reported on tax returns if the amount exceeds qualified educational expenses as defined by . Grants and scholarships are listed on a 1098-T.

Who may I pay with UROP funding?

Students must be degree-seeking undergraduates at the University of Colorado Boulder throughout the grant term to be eligible for UROP funding.

What kinds of speedtypes (ST) are acceptable?

"Fund 10" ST are preferred, but UROP can also transfer to Fund 20, 26, 28 and 29 accounts. All departments must on salary expenses, and the rate varies based on employee type (faculty, staff, student). GAIR will be charged if you use an auxiliary and self-funded operations speedtype (20, 26, 28, 29).

Do I need to create a new ST?

UROP does not require faculty to create new ST for these awards, but they may do so as desired.

What do I enter on my application if I want a new ST?

Faculty who wish to setup a new ST may wait to do so until decision notices are sent and should enter "000000" on the application form.

Am I required to track and report expenses to UROP?

UROP does not require faculty to report spending or provide receipts but encourages recipients to consult with their area accountants about the management of award funding.

What can I do with unspent UROP funding after the term?

If any funds are unspent after the award’s end-date, faculty may return funding or request extensions by contacting us.

Timeline

April 10, 2024 - Grant Acceptance Form Due
August 2024 - Transfer Window
April 18, 2025 - Team Mentor's Final Survey Due
April 25, 2025 - Student Team Member's Final Survey Due
April 25, 2025 - Grant End Date

TBD - Grant Acceptance Form Due
TBD - Transfer Window
TBD - Team Mentor's Final Survey Due
TBD - Student Team Member's Final Survey Due
TBD - Grant End Date

TBD - Grant Acceptance Form Due
TBD - Transfer Window
TBD - Team Mentor's Final Survey Due
TBD - Student Team Member's Final Survey Due
TBD - Grant End Date

Student Employment

Student Employment helps colleges and departments hire CU Boulder students, administersÌýwork-study funds—and provides resources for students and employers.

Undocumented/DACA

The university offers support for studentsÌýwho are undocumented and/or DACAÌýbeneficiaries, and weÌýencourage faculty to take full advantage of them.

International Students

ISSS provides immigration advising for students and assists with cultural adjustment—coordinating events and supporting a smooth transition into American university life.

If a student is injured in the performance of activities related to their project during the term of their award, they might be eligible to receive Workers’ Compensation.

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The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) represents an opportunity to enable student-centered education that makes the most of CU Boulder’s global leadership in research and creative production.Ìý

With well-documented benefits from persistence to postgraduate success, engagement in the research and creative life of the university can clarify career paths and prepare students for the future of work. We invite you to explore our programming, consider giving and contact us as you have questions. Donations support empowering opportunities in all fields of study. .