F&A Costs
Research facilities and administrative (F&A) costs support research across the University and should be included in every grant proposal.
Effort Reporting
Effort reporting is the method used to verify that the worktime (or effort) you committed to the grant has occurred.
News & Announcements
New F&A Rate Agreement Announced
The Office of Cost Analysis is pleased to announce that the University has successfully completed negotiations with the federal government for a new four-year facilities and administration (F&A) rate agreement.
FY2025 Fringe Benefit Rates Announced
The University of Minnesota Office of Budget and Finance has reached an agreement with the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) on the FY25 fringe benefit rates.
FY2024 Fringe Benefit Rates Announced
The University of Minnesota Office of Budget and Finance has reached an agreement with the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) on the FY24 fringe benefit rates.