SmarterSelect Features

As reported in 59 SmarterSelect reviews. Allows scholarship administrators to create custom application forms.

Facilitates document attachments, like letters of recommendation or transcripts, to an application. 60 reviewers of SmarterSelect have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 57 SmarterSelect reviews. Automates matching of candidates to scholarships they are eligible for.

Allows candidates to track application as it moves through the process. This feature was mentioned in 59 SmarterSelect reviews.

As reported in 57 SmarterSelect reviews. Automates assigning applications to reviewers.

As reported in 58 SmarterSelect reviews. Includes scoring tools like rubrics or scaled ratings.

Based on 58 SmarterSelect reviews. Provides an easy-to-use review portal for evaluators.

Allows reviewers to leave notes or comments on applications. This feature was mentioned in 58 SmarterSelect reviews.

As reported in 55 SmarterSelect reviews. Provides messaging capability for communicating with applicants and reviewers.

Presents visual dashboards for tracking administrative processes. This feature was mentioned in 58 SmarterSelect reviews.

Based on 57 SmarterSelect reviews. Generates reports on key applicant and award data.

As reported in 52 SmarterSelect reviews. Integrates with other databases, like student information systems.

Includes tools for grantmakers to build RFPs and assign questions for grantseekers to answer. 32 reviewers of SmarterSelect have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 32 SmarterSelect reviews. Flags errors before submission or allows grantmakers to provide internal feedback on submissions.

Based on 32 SmarterSelect reviews. Provides a secure portal for grantees to manage past and current proposals, progress reports, and communications.

As reported in 32 SmarterSelect reviews. Stores all required attachments for grant proposals, such as 501c3 determination letters, resumes, or board lists.

As reported in 31 SmarterSelect reviews. Supports task and deadline tracking for grant-related actions; allows role-based access to be established.

As reported in 29 SmarterSelect reviews. Manages payment schedules for awarded grants.

Based on 29 SmarterSelect reviews. Tracks grant budgets to ensure expenditures are not exceeding established limits.

Generates email alerts for grantees as funds are awarded and disbursed. 29 reviewers of SmarterSelect have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 29 SmarterSelect reviews. Tracks ongoing progress against proposed program metrics; aggregates grantee progress based on funding area.

Analyzes programmatic trends overtime to identify new funding priorities, weak program areas, or ROI on funding. This feature was mentioned in 28 SmarterSelect reviews.

Supports requesting and submitting for additional information or materials outside of contracted reporting requirements. This feature was mentioned in 29 SmarterSelect reviews.

Allows users to customize the data they can view at-a-glance. 30 reviewers of SmarterSelect have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 27 SmarterSelect reviews. Searches for open RFP opportunities based on grantseekers' identified focus areas and location.

Based on 29 SmarterSelect reviews. Stores and auto-populates common answers for standard application questions.

As reported in 28 SmarterSelect reviews. Identifies if grantseekers are in compliance with all mandated requirements prior to being considered for grants.

As reported in 27 SmarterSelect reviews. Supports specific report types to assist with fund audits; assists with planning site visits for grantees.

Syncs with accounting software to track grant expenditures against budget and support financial audits. This feature was mentioned in 27 SmarterSelect reviews.

Syncs with donor management tools, or offers basic functionality on its own, to manage relationships and contact info for donors. This feature was mentioned in 27 SmarterSelect reviews.

Offers drag-and-drop form building tools to build registration, entry, and payment forms. Supports multiple forms of media attachments. 34 reviewers of SmarterSelect have provided feedback on this feature.

Displays real-time timers for submission deadlines. 30 reviewers of SmarterSelect have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 32 SmarterSelect reviews. Allows users to create customized landing pages for specific competitions and outline submission guidelines, as well as track timelines.

Allows applicants to view all past and current applications. 35 reviewers of SmarterSelect have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 35 SmarterSelect reviews. Sorts applicant entries and streamlines judging panel assignments. Enables randomized, manual, or category-based assignments.

Enables multiple rounds of scoring to be configured if necessary. 30 reviewers of SmarterSelect have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 30 SmarterSelect reviews. Allows judges to easily score each submission and leave any necessary comments that can be viewed by either judges or entrants.

As reported in 31 SmarterSelect reviews. Consolidates applicant information into a digestible dashboard that judges can customize to view relevant metrics before and after judging.

Supports event ticketing, event landing pages, and public acknowledgement of award winners. 28 reviewers of SmarterSelect have provided feedback on this feature.

Automates communications to applicants informing them of final results. This feature was mentioned in 32 SmarterSelect reviews.

Based on 29 SmarterSelect reviews. Offers a built-in CRM or integration with CRMs to manage contact information for applicants, judges, donors, and event volunteers.

As reported in 29 SmarterSelect reviews. Creates standard and customizable reports to keep track of KPIs and data points.