Below is a table with information on the different components for Training Grants, NIH Fellowships, and Graduate Student Appointments (GSAs):
| Program | Graduate Student Appointments | NIH Training Grants | NIH Fellowships |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Prefix | Any | 67- | 80- |
| F&A Rate | Standard rates | 8% of MTDC | 0% |
| Sponsor | Can be any; UW uses NIH definition | NIH T32 | NIH F Series |
| Stipend | None | Different levels for pre- and post-doctoral | Different levels for pre- and post-doctoral |
| Salary | Yes | No | No |
| Effort Requirement | Set at 50%; expectation is that other 50% is for study | None, but expectation is 100% effort on training | None |
| Fringe | In accordance with salary | Not allowed but health insurance can be paid | Not allowed but health insurance can be paid |
| Tuition & Fees | Must be the same as allowed under UW tuition waiver | A portion of the amount requested up to a maximum amount per year | A portion of the amount requested up to a maximum amount per year |
| Other Allowances | None | Trainee-related expenses as budgeted in proposal | Institutional allowance |
| Other Employment? | PT employment OK but work must not be related to GSA | Limited to 10 hours per week (25%); GSA requires 50% effort | Limited to 10 hours per week (25%); GSA requires 50% effort |