How to Create an International Agreement

These UCSF-approved international agreements are listed by level of complexity, with the most basic document at the top.

If you know the type of document you want, choose from the list below and follow the instructions. For help deciding on which document to use, go to the Decision Tree. If the Decision Tree did not help you decide, contact GHS.

Letter of Understanding
One-page document used to express a general statement of good-will and broad intent to collaborate. Considered more of a symbolic statement which is often used for signing ceremonies

Letter of Intent to Collaborate
Written statement used as first step in developing a formal relationship

Professional Services Agreement
Contract in which an external organization pays UCSF a fee in exchange for services

Project Agreement
Contract in which UCSF and international partner assign financial and performance of work responsibilities associated with a project to be completed within a specific time period

Collaboration Agreement
Contract in which UCSF and international partner work together on a project funded by an external entity not involved in the project

International Training Affiliation Agreement
Arrangement between UCSF and an international partner for training of UCSF students at the partner institution and/or the training of partner’s students at UCSF

International Affiliation Agreement
Long-term arrangement between UCSF and an international institution for a wide range of programs and projects that span schools and disciplines

Contact: Global Health Sciences