[ Frequently Asked Questions ]

What is a Sponsored Program?

A sponsored program is any activity that receives funding from outside Troy University and requires a deliverable (any goods and services provided by the University) in exchange for funding.

A sponsored program always requires the University to provide something (time, expertise, tangible items) for funding.

• Gifts
• Gifts are handled by the Foundation.
• No exchange of goods and services is expected.
• Grants
• Grants are received through a competitive process in which the agency provides funding for specific goods and services.
• Contracts
• Contracts are received through a non-competitive process in which the agency provides funding for specific goods and services.