Most agencies usually require more extensive justification for foreign travel requests. Most agencies require only a general description of the type of expendable materials and supplies requested. After the award is made, subcontracts will be executed between USD and that institution. In response to a new policy initiated by the Board of Regents, USD policy is to claim tuition remission whenever permitted by the funding agency. Tuition remission is NOT included in the indirect cost base.
Indirect Costs See the indirect cost link for a more extensive explanation of indirect costs.
Many agencies require that grantees show a commitment to share in the costs of the proposed project. Depending on the proposal, cost matching may be hard cash or in-kind contributions.