Application Process

It all starts with an idea

Each year, the ALT-2040 Fund welcomes proposals with the intent to support exciting new projects that will transform teaching and learning on our campus.

Getting started:

Remember to ask questions at any time in the process by emailing altfund.ok@ubc.ca. Please allow for adequate time for response prior to submission deadlines. If you are considering submitting a proposal, we ask that you fill out the brief intent to apply form.   

Develop a proposal idea
Reach out to collaborators
    • Confirm the resources and support you will need to complete your project.
Confirm necessary approvals
    • Review your project idea with your department/unit heads/directors to ensure adequate support.
    • Assemble all necessary letters of support.
Submit an online proposal
    • Proposals must be submitted online through the ALT-2040 application portal during the annual call for proposals
    • Be aware of deadlines and funding stream requirements.

Submission Timeline

Applications for the ALT-2040 Fund must be submitted online and require a proposal.

  • ALT-2040 Call for Proposals released
  • Applicants submit intent to apply form  
  • Application submission deadline for full proposal
  • Adjudication committee completes review of proposals and makes funding recommendations to the Provost (or designate), as follows:   
    • Fund
    • Fund with conditions
    • Do not fund (may include a recommendation to re-submit in the future)   
  • Provost (or designate) finalizes the funding decisions and a notification letter is sent to all applicants. Some applicants may be required to clarify proposal elements and/or revise their original applications. 
  • Funds are made available as soon as practical after approval.  

Approvals needed

Before submitting your proposal, please ensure you have the approval required from all participating Faculties. All proposals must include applicable letters of support.

All proposal submissions require:

    • A letter of support from the department/unit head/director of the lead applicant;
    • A resource commitment letter from any UBC department/unit or administrative unit committing resources; and
    • A letter of support from the dean (or designate) of the lead applicant and the dean of any UBC Okanagan Faculty/School that is committing resources.

Constellation Protostar stream:

    • An approval letter from the Director or designate of proposed Constellation partner that identifies the resource commitments. Contact constellation.ok@ubc.ca to arrange for a support letter.