Number: RS21853
Title: Federal and Non-Federal Support of University Based Research
Authors: Michael E. Davey, Resources, Science, and Industry Division 
Abstract: The most recent data of the National Science Foundation shows total national R&D expenditures for university based research reached $36.333 billion in 2002. Between 1971 and 2002 university self financing of research increased at an average annual rate of 5.9%, compared to an average annual rate of 3.6% for the federal government. The academic community and some Members of Congress are concerned that rising federal deficits will constrain the growth of future academic research expenditures. According to the Chronicle of Higher Education, in FY2003, congressionally directed (earmarked) funds to colleges and universities reached $2 billion, or 9.2% of total federal support, a 9.5-percent increase over FY2002.
Pages: 6
Date: June 4, 2004