University Grants Academy FAQ

Last updated on 08/12/2024

• I have already done the UGA, can I repeat it?

  • No. The UGA is a significant investment in each faculty member by the University and it can only be taken once in your career at SJSU, unless specified otherwise.

    Consider the UGA Team Cluster opportunity, if you are working with collaborators.

    Or, please reach out to Research Development and they will help you with future proposals or resubmissions. 

• I am a lecturer. Can I apply for the UGA?

  • No. This opportunity is only for tenured/tenure-track (T/TT) faculty.

• I want to do the UGA but I do not need the 0.2 AT buyout. Can I bank this for future semesters?

  • No. The AT buyout for Spring UGA is given so you have time to design and write the proposal during that semester. It may not be deferred.

• Do I really have to turn in a full proposal with all components by the specified date if the target opportunity I am applying for is not until well after that?

  • Yes. The goal is to get a complete proposal with all supporting documents finished during the UGA while you have the active support of the program. However, you may continue to refine all components until the actual submission deadline.

• As my target proposal to write for the UGA, can I use a competitive faculty fellowship?

  • Yes. The UGA supports Competitive Faculty Fellowships that are at least one academic year in length or longer. Please contact your Research Development Specialist if you have any further questions.

• Do I need to get approval from my chair and dean before I turn in my application?

  • InfoReady will automatically ask your chair and dean for their signatures based on the emails you provide; you do not need to request their signatures separately. However, it is a good idea to check with your chair and dean ahead of the application submission to be sure they are aware and supportive. We also recommend speaking to your Associate Dean of Research for their guidance and support.