TALLAHASSEE, Fla., June 18 -- Florida State University issued the following news release:

The Florida State University Board of Trustees on Thursday approved a $3.22 billion operating budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, an increase of 4.5% over last year's amended FY26 $3.08 billion budget.

Funding from the Florida Legislature helps Florida State remain one of the nation's top public universities by supporting student financial aid packages, helping attract and retain top faculty, staff and students, and advancing research.

"This year's budget positions Florida State University to move strategic priorities forward and build on our momentum as one of the top public universities in the nation," said President Richard McCullough. "It will...