Write the abstract after you have completed the proposal and have a clearer idea of what is to be distilled and summarized. Take time to ensure that the abstract is one of the strongest parts of your proposal. Objectives establish the benefits of the funding in measurable terms.
Methods describe the activities to be employed to achieve the desired results.
Evaluation presents a plan for determining the degree to which objectives are met and methods are followed. It should not be more than 2 pages long. Most of the salary requirements requested by a project director in the average proposal are for summer funding. Exceptions are made to provide for release time during the academic year and must be discussed with the Associate Dean prior to submission of the proposal. Some proposals may require cost-sharing.