Research Centers

Guidelines for the Establishment of Research Centers and Institutes

Guidelines for the Establishment and Review of Academic and Research-Based Centers and Institutes (PDF)
(Approved by the President April 27, 2021)

The University of Maryland Policy and Procedures for the Establishment and Review of Academic & Research-Based Centers and Institutes (IV-1.00[A]) defines and provides for the development of entities meant to facilitate research, foster collaboration, and enhance the academic experience. These Guidelines were created to support the implementation of the Policy, in the interest of enhancing consistency while recognizing that these entities vary widely across the University.

If you are interested in learning more, or to discuss what it takes to establish, launch, and maintain a successful center or institute, please contact Eric Chapman - echapman@umd.edu.