How does WSU spend its money?
The university continues to maintain its commitment to instruction and research.
Current fund expenditures, FY 2008
$823 M
Key general fund expense trends as
a percent of total
FY 2005-08
General fund budget comparison: FY 2001 vs. FY 2009
State appropriations have decreased from 63 percent of the total university operating support
to 41 percent since FY 2001.
FY 2001— $381 M
FY 2009 – $535 M
Source: Office of Budget, Planning, and Analysis
