Faculty Improvement Grant (FIG) Application Information
The Faculty Improvement Grant is designed to provide funding for faculty members to improve performance in the areas of teaching, scholarly or creative activity, continuing preparation and study, contributions to student growth and development, or service to the university and community.
FIG Application Materials:
- FIG Guidelines and Evaluation Form (Please note: The two-year time frame for eligibility is for full calendar years)
- FIG Checklist
- FIG Application
- Employee Travel & Expense Reimbursement (Business Travel Expense Forms and Guidelines)
- Update on Employee Travel Outside for Minnesota for College or University Related Purposes
FIG Submission Instructions:
- Compile all completed FIG application materials in a single PDF file.
- Submit PDF application electronically following the FIG process below. There is a rolling deadline for FIG applications. No applications will be reviewed in the two weeks before the end of the Academic Year. Applications must indicate that they were received in the Office of the Provost on or before April 24, 2026.
- Questions? Contact your department chair and/or dean.
FIG Process:
| Task | Responsible Party |
|---|---|
| Submit completed FIG application signed by Department Chair to the Office of the Dean | Faculty Member |
| Submit completed FIG application to the Office of the Provost & Senior VP for Academic Affairs |
Dean |
| Begin review of applications (available in electronic and paper formats) | Faculty Improvement & Sabbatical Committee |
| Forward recommendations on the awarding of grants to the Provost & Senior VP for Academic Affairs | Faculty Improvement & Sabbatical Committee |
| Make decision on FIG's | Provost & Senior VP for Academic Affairs |
Adjunct Faculty Improvement Grant (AFIG) Application:
Adjunct Faculty Improvement Grants are designed to provide funding for adjunct faculty members to improve performance in teaching and/or professional development. These funds are available annually to adjuncts in accordance with the IFO Contract.
