Policies and Regulations

REGULATION TITLE: Cost Sharing

APPLIES TO:

All faculty, staff, and administrative departments involved in proposing, managing, and reporting on sponsored projects

ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY:

Office of Research & Innovation

Sponsored Programs

Office of the Provost and Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs

APPROVED BY:

EFFECTIVE DATE:

NEXT REVIEW DATE:

REGULATION STATEMENT:

It is the policy of Kentucky State University (KSU) to provide cost sharing on sponsored projects only when it is required by the sponsor's written guidelines (mandatory) or when strategically necessary to ensure the competitiveness of a proposal. All cost sharing represents a firm commitment of KSU resources and must be approved, administered, documented, and reported in full compliance with federal regulations, specifically the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200.306), and all applicable sponsor and KSU policies.

DEFINITIONS:

Cash Contribution

KSU's direct cash outlay to cover project costs, such as salaries for project personnel, purchase of supplies, or travel expenses.

Cost Sharing