Get Effort Reporting (pdf) - West Chester University

Completing the Effort Reporting form is an essential part of ensuring compliance with university and government requirements regarding sponsored projects. This guide will provide clear, step-by-step instructions on how to accurately fill out the Effort Reporting form online, making the process straightforward and user-friendly.

Follow the steps to complete the Effort Reporting form accurately and efficiently.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the Effort Reporting form and open it for editing.
2. In the first section, fill in your name, University ID number, department, academic year, and the semester for which you are reporting (Fall, Spring, or Summer).
3. Provide the percentage of total effort allocated to University Obligations, which includes teaching, administration, and other scholarly activities.
4. List each Sponsored Project you are committed to and indicate the actual percentage of your effort for each one. Ensure that the total effort across all categories equals 100%.
5. Confirm that the percentage of effort pledged in your grant application aligns closely with the reported actual effort. This estimate should represent the work performed during the reporting period.
6. Sign the form to verify the accuracy of the reported information. The Principal Investigator (PI) or responsible official must also sign the form, followed by your Dean if you are the PI.
7. Submit the completed form to the Office of Sponsored Research (OSR) in Room 205, Filano Hall by the 10th day of the month following the reporting period.
8. Finally, ensure that you save the form, and consider downloading or printing for your records before submission.

Complete your Effort Reporting form online today to ensure compliance and maintain your project funding.