Office of the Comptroller

Budget Reviews for Proposal Submissions

Grants Accounting should be consulted during the budget development process for all grant and contract proposals. They must review all budgets prior to submission to Research and Sponsored Programs. The budget format should be per program specifications, but if no format is specified and a basic spreadsheet is needed, the basic budget worksheet can be used.

The budget review process includes a verification that costs, including salaries, fringe benefits, and indirect costs, are realistically estimated and follow University and grantor policies. Please email Grants Accounting a copy of the RFP or program description so they can ensure the budget follows these restrictions.

The preliminary budget review process can be completed via email, but final review and signing off on the Proposal Submission Form, Section V, requires an appointment with Grants Accounting. By emailing the budget to Grants Accounting, the preliminary review will provide feedback and time for the Principal Investigator (PI) to make changes prior to the final review appointment.

To schedule an appointment for a budget review and to obtain a signature in Section V, contact the following:

Contact Name
Phone Number
(309) 438-2267
(309) 438-3958
(309) 438-5694
(309) 438-5736
(309) 438-5131
Grants Accounting