The University of Florida reached a record $1.26 billion in research spending for FY2024, with significant contributions from multiple colleges. The College of Education conducted $21.1 million in research aimed at enhancing “whole school” improvement, from early childhood readiness to teacher preparation and classroom technology advances. Research awards also reached a new milestone in 2024 at $1.14 billion, including $768 million from the federal government, $123.5 million from the State of Florida, and $107 million from private foundations. UF accounts for about 40% of research spending across Florida’s state universities, with an estimated $4 billion statewide economic impact. For more, visit UF News.
