Effort certification is the process by which the government and other sponsors verify that salaries charged to a project reasonably reflect the effort spent on that project during the reporting time frame. Effort certification is required for every employee who receives a portion of their salary from a sponsored project or cost-sharing account. For more information on effort reporting, please read the Frequently Ask Questions (FAQs).
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General Information (Contact)
Frequently Ask Questions (FAQs)
Quick Reference Guide (QRGs)
Location:
University Gardens
UGB-107, MC 8002
3500 S. Figueroa Street, Suite 107
Los Angeles, CA 90089-8002
Hours:
Monday – Friday
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tel: (213) 821-1937
Fax: (213) 748-0871
Email: eCert@usc.edu
Troubleshooting
Video Instructions
Guides & Templates
Effort Certification Schedules
Federal Reporting
Glossary
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