Budget Transformation Initiative
Building a Vision-Aligned Budget Framework
Since launching the Next-Gen K-State strategic plan, we have seen tremendous accomplishments, success and growth of university priorities and initiatives. We are providing students with a top-notch academic experience, driving impactful innovative research, and creating a positive impact in Kansas and the world — and we must build a budget model and framework that continues to drive us forward together.
The Budget Transformation Initiative is the practical, behind-the-scenes work that will allow us to expand opportunities for learners, grow research and discovery, deepen engagement across Kansas and pursue operational excellence as One K-State. From a 50,000 foot view, this initiative will produce a framework that leverages several factors to:
- Reward growth and performance in a way that aligns with our strategic plan.
- Invest in people — especially compensation — through a planned, phased approach.
- Modernize systems and infrastructure so we can operate as a Next-Gen university.
- Pursue operational excellence as One K-State.
- Strengthen research competitiveness and stability.
FY 2027 Budget Framework
The Advisory Budget Committee worked diligently during spring 2026 to deliver a set of recommendations to the Executive Budget Committee that serve as the basis for how the Budget Transformation initiative is being operationalized during FY 2027.
You can learn more about the levers being applied, how they will function and what they are financially supporting.
Learn more about the FY 2027 budget framework (eID/password required)
Related projects
Many sub-projects will be required in order to implement the institution's Budget Transformation initiative. As those sub-projects are launched, they will be linked in below.
Contact us
Have questions about the planning initiative? Email budget@k-state.edu or view our communications page for the latest updates.