The Budget Office is committed to supporting the University’s mission with long-range financial and strategic planning. Our staff members are engaged in the preparation of the University’s annual operating budget; the State of Texas Legislative Appropriation Request (LAR); multi-year revenue and expense forecasts, including feasibility and pro forma studies; and ad-hoc management reporting. Additional functions include assessing ongoing budget operational issues, establishing monitoring controls for budget and fund allocations, and business process improvements.