Study teams should be aware that IRB fees may apply to studies reviewed by an external IRB and budget accordingly. (UW-Madison does not charge a fee for reviewing a cede application except as described below.) IRB fees may be charged in the following cases:

• Commercial (independent) IRBs charge for their services.
  • Industry sponsors typically cover these fees.
  • UW-Madison charges a one-time fee ($3000) for review of industry-sponsored cede applications to cover administrative costs. Again, industry sponsors will typically cover this fee.
  • To obtain a fee schedule for a commercial IRB, you will need to contact them directly.
• Other academic institutions may charge for their services.
  • The lead study team is responsible for consulting with the reviewing IRB to determine what, if any, fees it charges and communicating this information to relying sites.
  • If the reviewing IRB charges fees that apply to your role in the study, you are responsible for working with the lead study team to determine how these costs will be covered.