The purpose of the Jacobs School Matching Funds Program is to encourage external fundraising among orgs advised by the IDEA Center and project teams that are part of UC San Diego-recognized engineering student organizations. The Matching Funds Program matches external funds raised to provide financial support for project supplies and equipment, and to encourage attendance to national conferences for professional development.
Funds raised by orgs advisors by the IDEA Center and project-based teams will be considered by a selection committee for matching on a dollar-for-dollar basis. The maximum award to any individual effort is typically $3,000 per team submitting to a competition, conference or exhibition, though larger awards are occasionally available for teams with high-budget projects who raise sufficient funds.
Matching Funds 2024-2025 Cycle
| July 1, 2024 | Matching Funds Cycle Begins |
| May 1, 2025 | Matching Funds Cycle Closes |
- Applications must be submitted at least two months prior to the competition or conference date
- Decisions will be made at least 6 weeks prior to the competition or conference date to ensure adequate time for travel arrangements
- Final reports due within 20 business days of completing the competition or conference. By not submitting the final report on time, the organization forgoes the final 1/3 of funds transfer, as well as their ability to apply for funds within the next Cycle.
Teams may only submit one application per academic year.
Matching Funds Program Guidelines
The Matching Funds Guidelines provide the rules and regulations governing the Matching Funds Program, as well as resources you will need to include in your Proposal and Final Report. By applying for Matching Funds, applicants acknowledge that they have read and understand these guidelines.
Submitting Documents
Before submitting your documents, make sure to review the Program Guidelines for a full list on what to include. Use the following links to submit all Matching Funds documents.
- Application and Proposal Submission – Due two months prior to competition or conference date
- Final Report Submission – Due within 20 business days of competition date
Questions?
If you have questions about the Matching Funds Program, or if you need assistance in creating your proposal, please contact idea@ucsd.edu.