GradGrants Center Publications

GGC Directory
List of people to contact about external funding at each campus.

Effective Communications Skills for Writing Grant Proposals
Basic guide to writing grant proposals.

Funding for International Research and Study [.pdf file]
A Guide to Grant-writing, Funding, and On-Campus Resources for Indiana University Graduate Students Planning Research or Study Abroad. Developed and written by Stephen J. Sechrist and Charles A. Bankart (publication of the IU Office of International Programs; this is a .pdf file)

Grants On the Net Workshop Handout
This is the handout from our workshop and offers step-by-step instructions on searching the databases and tips and tricks to refine your results.

GGC Q&A: What To Do if You Aren't On Campus
Frequently-asked questions about accessing GGC database searches from home or for IU students who are abroad or not on the IUB campus.

The Most Common Errors Made in Research Proposals
Common mistakes to avoid when preparing your proposal.

Sponsor Inquiry Letter
A sample of what you might wish to include in a letter of inquiry to a sponsor agency.

Asking for Letters of Recommendation
Tips to help you secure the strongest letters of recommendation possible.

Budget Lines for Direct Costs in Grant Proposals
Basic information on preparing a budget for a research or grant proposal.

The Search for Funding
How to conduct a search for potential sources of external funding.

Tips for Getting Money for Graduate School
Introductory information about the grant-seeking process.