In addition to funding a significant portion of WSU’s compensation request for 2023–25, the operating budget includes millions for new degree programs, scholarships and university-affiliated centers across the state.
Alongside requests related to employee compensation, the university is also seeking funding for new degree programs during the Washington State legislative session that begins next week.
The salary increase for faculty, administrative professionals, and graduate assistants went into effect Sept. 1.
The university’s request included $34.5 million to fund a 4% compensation increase for faculty and staff the first year of the biennium and a 3% increase in the second year.
PULLMAN, Wash. – The two-year operating budget agreement approved by the Washington State Legislature today make significant new investments in Washington State University’s pursuit of a medical school, academic expansion in underserved parts of the state and college affordability.