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2025–2027 State Budget Priorities

The exterior of the Mosse Humanities Building at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is pictured during a snowy winter day on Jan. 22, 2020. (Photo by Brian Huynh /UW-Madison)

Critical Infrastructure Upgrades

UW–Madison’s 2025-2027 capital budget request focuses on essential infrastructure improvements, including the demolition of the Humanities Building, a new residence hall, and critical upgrades to existing facilities, ensuring the university meets Wisconsin’s educational and workforce needs.

Students and pedestrians walk in front of Bascom Hall

Investing in Wisconsin’s Future

To maintain educational quality, research excellence, and continue powering Wisconsin’s economy, we request a modest increase in the operating budget and a fair compensation plan to attract and retain the talent necessary to deliver a world-class education.

A red construction crane towers above the partially built Chemistry building on campus.

Reduce Costly Delays for Projects

UW–Madison seeks a change in state law to allow the Universities of Wisconsin to approve building projects funded entirely by university-generated revenue. This will enable essential projects to move forward promptly, benefiting students and the state without costly delays.

Learn about the return on investment Wisconsin taxpayers receive from our investment in the state’s flagship university in our Budget in Brief.