Office of Sponsored Projects Administration
Transforming tomorrow by Streamlining Grants & Contracts

Please see here for information regarding sponsored projects and COVID-19.

What We Do At OSPA

OSPA administers extramural grants and contracts awarded through the University of Kentucky Research Foundation. Services available to University faculty and staff include: advice and assistance with budget preparation and other administrative requirements of proposals; review, negotiation and acceptance of awards; information regarding sponsor policies and regulations; preparation of subcontract documents. 

About Us
brain made of gears

$468 million

grant & contract awards in FY21

$281.2 million

federal agency awards in FY21

1 of 29 U.S. universities

with the trifecta of research designations in cancer, aging & translational science

Research Data Portal

Where do I find these numbers? Frequently Needed Information

Find institutional information, including applicant organization name and address, authorized to sign, F&A costs, fringe benefits, tax status and codes.

Frequently Needed Information

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Announcements

  • New Training Videos Available
    Office of Sponsored Projects Administration

    OSPA is excited to announce the development of new training videos to assist the University of Kentucky Community with common sponsored project tasks via a Microsoft Stream channel.

  • OSPA Closed for Holiday Break
    Office of Sponsored Projects Administration

    OSPA will be closed from 12/24/2021 through 1/2/2022 corresponding to the University of Kentucky’s holiday work schedule. We hope you have a happy holiday season and look forward to serving you in the New Year.

  • Other Support/Current and Pending Support
    Office of Sponsored Projects Administration
    Find updated information for changing sponsor requirements regarding Other Support and Current and Pending Support on the OSPA Other Support and Current and Pending Support page.
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