KSU提供了丰富的资金搜索工具和机会。 Researchers can access comprehensive databases and expert assistance to find suitable funding options. Research projects may be supported by both external resources, such as federal, private foundation, and corporate funding, and internal programs.

Key internal programs include the Interdisciplinary Seed Grants, which offer three levels of support for collaborative and long-term initiatives; the opportunity to become a Research Champion for one of KSU's four Research Communities; and the PI Development Program, a new program that will enable KSU faculty to be mentored by faculty at R1 institutions.