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Review Time Lines
Below is a breakdown of the review time lines for each review level. These review time lines are not definite, but can be used as a general guideline for researchers preparing to submit an application.
Exempt Review Time Line
The review time line for studies submitted as exempt is typically 7 business days; however, this time line will not start until ORP staff are able to confirm that the review level is exempt.
Expedited Review Time Line
The review time line for studies submitted as expedited is typically 15 business days; however, this time line will not start until the ORP staff are able to confirm that the review level is expedited.
Full Review Time Line
Full Review submissions will be assigned to the next available IRB meeting date as soon as the submission is pre-screened and determined to be complete for presentation to the Full IRB. Therefore, time lines for review of Full Review submission vary according to the date of the next Full IRB meeting and the completeness of the application.
Penn State has two IRBs (IRB #1 and IRB #2) comprised of members able to review either biomedical or social science research studies. IRB subcommittee members will be assigned as per the expertise needed for the submitted study. IRB #1 meets at 8:30 AM on the second Tuesday of the month. IRB #2 meets at 11:30 AM on the 4th Thursday of the month. For a complete schedule of IRB meetings, please see our IRB Full Meeting Dates page.
Investigators are strongly advised to contact Sara Hartman (sjh246@psu.edu) prior to submitting a new Full Review application or Full Review modification in order to assist you with your submission process.
For more information, please read about Types of Review or visit our Frequently Asked Questions area.Getting Started → Preparing a New eSubmission Application → The Review Process → Ongoing Actions Post Approval → Closing the Study
