Budget Preparation
The PI should complete a preliminary budget and budget justification for review by the Sponsored Programs Coordinator. To expedite this process, PIs are strongly encouraged to use the BGSU PI budget template that has built-in calculators with appropriate university rates. Topical areas that may aid in budget preparation are provided here.
Budget Preparation Resources
- Process Overview
- Direct vs. Indirect Costs
- Salaries and Fringe Benefits
- Equipment
- Supplies
- Travel
- Consultants
- Other Direct Costs
- Participant Support Costs
- Indirect Costs and Facilities and Administrative Costs
- Cost Sharing or Matching
- Subrecipients, Vendors and Consultants
- Graduate Assistants
- Postdoctoral Fellows
- Institutional Commitments
- Contracts
Updated: 03/02/2026 08:58PM