Strategic Partnership Grants

Strategic Partnership Grants

Competitive research funding for high-impact, interdisciplinary projects that strengthen MSU’s research reputation and external funding potential.

The Strategic Partnership Grants (SPG) program offers two competitive funding categories: Research and Scholarly Development and Center Development. Awards are substantial, typically spanning two to three years and requiring a financial match from the applicant’s college or department.

Supported projects often explore emerging or interdisciplinary areas and may lay the groundwork for future research centers or institutes.

The program is funded by the MSU Research Foundation and administered by the MSU Office of Research and Innovation in collaboration with the Council of Research Deans.

For current guidelines and application details, visit the MSU Office of Research and Innovation: