Writing a Project Proposal

A Good Proposal Describes...

• what you hope to accomplish
• why those objectives are important to your academic or artistic field
• how you intend to achieve your objectives

Your original project proposal is the core of your grant application. 

Detailed Proposal Requirements

• VPUE Project Proposal Writing Guide: Read this document carefully and follow the guidelines based on the project you envision to pursue. 
  • In this guide, you will find:
    • General guidelines for all grant proposals
    • Additional specific guidelines for Research, Arts/Design, and Senior Synthesis project proposals -- please follow carefully!
    • Ways to turn your good proposal into a great one
• Sample Project Proposals: Check out exemplars of past student project proposals.

Connect with Faculty Mentors and UADs

• Students interested in applying for a VPUE Undergraduate Research Grant should connect with their Faculty Mentor regarding their proposed project.
  • Faculty Mentors should meet required eligibility criteria.
• Students should schedule a meeting with their Undergraduate Advising Director (UAD) as they write their proposal. UADs are well-versed with all VPUE Undergraduate Research Grants!