Managing your Award


I've been awarded a grant!

Congratulations! You have just received an official Notice of Award Letter! Your hard work has paid off! Your project is going to be funded!

Now What?

For many of those who seeking external funding, the submission of a grant application becomes a major focus and it is hard to think beyond the application deadline to the reality of managing the grant once it is awarded. After your first feeling of elation wears off, you may begin to feel a bit overwhelmed by the thought of managing the grant

Don't Panic... We Can Help!



As Principal Invesitgator, you are responsible for managing your grant award. However, ORSP is always happy to help answer your questions and will provide guidance and assistance at every stage of the process. Our Grant Management Guide outlines the management process and provides information on a wide variety of issues that you may encounter as you manage your grant. Explore the grant manual, but please do not hesitate to contact ORSP with questions and concerns! We are happy to help you!


St. Catherine University Grant Management Guide


Understanding Roles and Responsibilities in Grant Management

The Post-Award Meeting

Publicizing Your Award

Highlighting the Student Research Experience

Understanding Your Banner Number

Monitoring Your Budget via Self-Service Finance

Commonly Used Account Lines (supplies, hospitality, etc)

Using Grant Funds

Making Arrangements for Travel

Hiring Personnel or Personnel Status Change

Hiring a Student Research Assistant or Worker

Time and Effort Reporting and Tracking

Progress Reports & Final Reports

Evaluation