It is important to check the funding agency's guidelines for travel and per diem charges. Policies vary greatly.

For help determining travel and/or lodging costs, contact one of the university's preferred travel agencies, BTI Travel Consultants (phone 800-472-7447) or AAA Travel of Utica (phone 315-797-6176).

Federal maximum per diem rates:

...for domestic travel, from the U.S. General Services Administration.

...for foreign travel, from the U.S. Dept. of State.

If using a personal car, the reimbursable mileage rate is 48.5 cents per mile (effective 1/1/07), in accordance with IRS guidelines.