The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (“UMBC” or “University”) recognizes that travel and business expenses are necessary to support its mission as a public research institution and to advance academic, administrative, and operational objectives.
The University is committed to ensuring that all expenditures of State, institutional, and sponsored funds reflect prudent stewardship, accountability, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Accordingly, the University will reimburse or directly pay for travel and business expenses that are:
- Necessary and reasonable
- Properly authorized
- Adequately documented
- Fully compliant with applicable federal, State of Maryland, University System of Maryland (USM), and institutional requirements
Failure to adhere to these requirements may result in denial of reimbursement, reclassification of expenses as taxable income, or additional administrative action.