First-Year Experience Grant Criteria

In order to be considered for funding, requests must meet the following:

• The request must be educational in nature.
• The target audience for the grant activity must be first year students and/or new transfer students.
• Registered Student Organizations seeking funding must be co-sponsored by at least one other University department. The amount being requested does not exceed 50% of the total budget for the program. Requests that exceed 50% may be considered but only with justification for special consideration.
• No admission or entrance fee can be charged, and no portion of the funds being requested may be donated to any individual or organization.
• Applicants must make reasonable efforts to ensure fiscal accountability and to reduce overall costs. The use of funds must be consistent with University Rules and Regulations.
• The program must be non-discriminatory and accessible to individuals with disabilities.
• The Center for the First-Year Experience must be identified as a sponsor on any promotional materials or event signage.
• Grant recipients will be highlighted on the CFYE web site to demonstrate the range of first-year experience activities available on campus.
• Grant receipts will submit a report to CFYE at the conclusion of the grant activity. The report includes information on budget, outcomes and assessment.