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 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.
As a land grant university, the University of Idaho seeks to “shape the future of Idaho and beyond through innovative research, education and community engagement” with a focus on “fostering economic growth, improving quality of life and advancing knowledge.”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 2026, 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 $270,000.00 to pay article processing charges (APCs) in eligible open access journals. During this period, the U of I - OAPF funded the publication of 181 open access journal articles written by a total of 113 unique applicants from eight 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 | University of Idaho,” University of Idaho, accessed August 7, 2026, http://www.uidaho.edu/provost/strategic-plan.