2023-2025 State Budget Priorities
Operating Budget Investment
In the face of unprecedented inflationary challenges, UW–Madison and UW System are seeking a modest 4 percent operating budget increase, an investment that will help meet Wisconsin's future needs.
Capital Projects
UW–Madison's budget request, which includes a new College of Engineering building and catching up with deferred maintenance on aging structures, will help meet the state's growing workforce demands, reduce future costs and reduce risk.
Compensation Plan
Amid high inflation and a tight labor market, a moderate increase in compensation is necessary to stay competitive among our peers and fulfill our mission of service to Wisconsin.
Budget News
Statement from Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin on UW System budget request
"The 2023-25 budget request approved by the UW System Board of Regents is designed to help us build on our success, while keeping tuition affordable, especially for low-income Wisconsin students," Mnookin said in a statement.
August 19, 2022Chancellor Blank reaction to signing of 2021-23 biennial budget
Gov. Tony Evers today announced line-item vetoes and signed the 2021-23 state biennial budget. This concludes the complex process of allocating state taxpayer dollars for the next two fiscal years.
July 8, 2021Budget bill passes legislature, heads to governor’s desk
The state Assembly and Senate passed the 2021-23 state budget bill, which will now go to Governor Tony Evers. The legislature’s version of the bill includes a total of $8.25 million in new funding for …
June 30, 2021- Read more
In the News
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Letter | Use surplus for education, local government
December 5, 2022 -
Wisconsin’s projected budget surplus grows to $6.6 billion
November 22, 2022