{"id":3380,"date":"2023-03-06T17:03:56","date_gmt":"2023-03-06T17:03:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/research\/?page_id=3380"},"modified":"2026-01-30T09:20:38","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T15:20:38","slug":"submitting-a-proposal","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/research\/pre-award\/submitting-a-proposal\/","title":{"rendered":"Submitting A Proposal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Return to Pre-Award<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Writing A Proposal<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Funding Opportunity Search Assistance Form (FOSA Form)<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Notice of Intent to Seek External Funding (NOISE Form)<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Federal Sponsor Forms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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National Institutes of Health (NIH)<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Submission Portals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Grants.gov<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Research.gov<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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We ensure that proposals are submitted on time and in compliance with sponsor guidelines and university policies. We also provide support in negotiating terms and conditions with the funding agency when applicable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Evaluate your Proposal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Submitting a strong grant proposal requires more than just writing a compelling narrative. Reviewing and evaluating your grant proposal is a critical step before submission. With the following steps, you can ensure that your grant proposal is polished, persuasive, and ready for submission:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Review the Grant Guidelines:<\/strong> Make sure you have thoroughly read the grant guidelines and have addressed all of the required elements. Ensure that your proposal meets the funder’s expectations and requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Get a Fresh Perspective:<\/strong> Ask someone who is not familiar with your proposal to review it. This person can provide valuable feedback on whether your proposal is clear, well-organized, and persuasive.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Check for errors:<\/strong> Double-check your proposal for spelling and grammar errors, as well as inconsistencies and inaccuracies. Ensure that your proposal is formatted properly and that all required sections are included.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        1. Edit for Clarity and Readability:<\/strong> Ensure that your proposal is clear, concise, and easy to read. Use subheadings, bullet points, and other formatting tools to break up large blocks of text and make your proposal more readable.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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          1. Send to Pre-Award Team:<\/strong> The pre-award team can help ensure that the proposal aligns with the funder’s guidelines and requirements and can help clarify any confusing or ambiguous guidelines.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

            Photo by Andrea Piacquadio: https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/job-applicant-passing-her-documents-3760072\/<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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