How to improve UVa's overall rank?

<p>Despite a much better year from the state UVa is lagging some major competitors in percentage funding increase.</p>

<p>Budget comparisons–popular schools </p>

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<p>The 2005-2006 numbers are finally up, excludes hospital operations. Includes teaching, research, academic support, admin., dorms, sports, financial aid, etc.</p>

<p>U Virginia $1.041 Billion up 6.1%</p>

<p>U Michigan $2.377 Billion up 7.7%</p>

<p>U Wisconsin $2.118 Billion up 11.6%</p>