University of Idaho - Open Access Publishing Fund

The University of Idaho - Open Access Publishing Fund (OAPF) supports U of I authors in their efforts to publish in open access journals.

The U of I Library in partnership with the Office of the Provost, Office of Research and Economic Development, and David and Julie Levine have funds allocated to pay or reimburse article processing charges (APCs) in eligible open access journals.

Each year applications are accepted on a first come, first served basis during two funding periods, until funds are exhausted or the end of the funding period. U of I affiliated authors may apply for funding multiple times until their author cap is met or funds are exhausted.

Please explore the pages below for full details.

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History of the OAPF

As a land grant university, the University of Idaho seeks to “shape the future through innovative thinking” and “expand the institution’s intellectual and economic impact.”1

The U of I - OAPF supports this vision by making the innovative research conducted at U of I as widely accessible as possible.

Supporting open access models of publication demonstrates that U of I embraces equity of access, which is a catalyst for increased impact and visibility throughout the state, nation, and beyond.

Between FY 2019 and FY 2023, the U of I Library, Office of the Provost, Office of Research and Economic Development, and donors such as David and Julie Levine allocated a combined total of $180,000.00 to pay article processing charges (APCs) in eligible open access journals. During this period, the U of I - OAPF funded the publication of 103 open access journal articles written by a combined total of 176 U of I affiliated authors from six colleges; approximately 31 departments, programs, and centers; Extension; the Idaho Geological Survey; and two institutes.

1. The Office of the Provost & Executive Vice President, “Strategic Plan and Process | 2016-2025,” University of Idaho, accessed April 27, 2018, http://www.uidaho.edu/provost/strategic-plan.

Strategic Goals

Open access and the U of I - OAPF support the University of Idaho’s Strategic Plan:

  • Goal 1 – Innovate: Heighten the visibility of the University of Idaho’s research, innovation, scholarship, and creative works.
  • Goal 2 – Engage: Reduce barriers related to accessing the University of Idaho’s research, innovation, scholarship, and creative works.