IRB Fee Schedule

Research projects involving human subjects that are sponsored by industry or other for-profit companies are assessed a fee for IU Institutional Review Board (IRB) and/or Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) review. This fee is intended to cover a portion of the administrative costs necessary to conduct IRB/HRPP reviews and maintain oversight of research studies.

These IRB fees should be included in contract negotiations and are applicable whether or not the contract is finalized. The PI and/or their department is responsible for payment of the review fee even if the sponsor refuses payment. Research involving human subjects supported by federal, foundation, or department funds, or is otherwise unfunded do not incur these fees.

Contracts negotiated prior to January 1, 2024, are subject to the previous IRB Fee Policies (effective April 1, 2010 and January 1, 2018). Contact the HRPP at irb@iu.edu if you require a signed copy of the IRB Fee Policy.