Important Updates

September 4, 2026

FY27 Budget Calendar

The FY27 Budget Calendar is now available and provides a year-round reference for Penn’s budget planning and forecasting cycle. The calendar brings together important submission deadlines, forecast dates, budget milestones, and key meetings to help Schools and Centers plan ahead throughout FY27. You can access the calendar from the homepage (scroll to the bottom) or […]

June 12, 2026

FY27 University Operating Budget Now Available

The FY27 University Operating Budget is now available to the Penn community. View the FY27 University Operating Budget (PennKey login required) The Budget Book provides a comprehensive view of Penn’s approved operating plan for FY27, including projected revenues and expenses across the University. It reflects the plans and priorities of Penn’s Schools and Centers as […]

October 9, 2025

FY25 Forecaster Award Winners Announced

FY25 Forecaster Award Winners Announced Each year, BP&A recognizes Schools and Centers whose forecasts most closely align with year-end financial results. The FY25 Forecaster Awards recognize outstanding forecasting performance across three categories. Congratulations to this year’s winners: Award rankings are based on the variance between the spring forecast, completed in mid-April, and final fiscal-year results […]

August 11, 2025

FY26 Budget Calendar now available

You can view it on our homepage or download the PDF version below for easy reference. The calendar outlines key deadlines and meeting dates to guide your planning throughout the year. If you have any questions or need assistance, the Budget Office team is here to help.

June 13, 2025

Explore the FY26 Budget Book

Access it at https://budget.upenn.edu/operating-budget/ (PennKey login required) This annual publication presents detailed revenue and expense projections for the upcoming fiscal year, reflecting both School/Center initiatives and University-wide priorities. For questions or to schedule an orientation or training session for your team, please contact the Budget Office at budget@upenn.edu

October 11, 2024

FY24 Forecaster Awards

The first Budget Officer’s Forum of the year took place at the Dunning Coaches Center (DRIA) in early October. It was a fantastic opportunity to come together and review our FY24 performance, discuss the FY25 Budget, and begin planning for the period spanning FY26-FY30. The event concluded with the much-anticipated announcement of the FY24 Forecaster […]

July 29, 2024

FY25 Budget Calendar

The FY25 Budget Calendar is now available on our homepage. For added convenience, a downloadable .pdf version is linked below. This calendar serves as a key tool throughout the year with important deadlines and meeting dates. If you have any questions or need additional support, our team is here to assist.

October 17, 2023

FY23 Forecaster Awards

The first Budget Officer’s Forum of the year was held at the Institute of Contemporary Art in early October. It was wonderful to gather together and review FY23 performance, discuss the FY24 Budget, and look forward at FY25-FY29 planning. The meeting was concluded with the highly anticipated announcement of the FY23 Forecaster Award winners. “Best […]

June 26, 2023

FY24 Budget Calendar now available

The FY24 Budget Calendar is now available on our homepage (scroll down), easily accessible for your reference. In addition, a downloadable .pdf version is provided at the link below. We highly encourage you to utilize the calendar as a valuable resource throughout the year. It contains essential information such as key deadlines and important meeting […]

September 20, 2022

FY22 Forecaster Award Winners Announced

At last week’s Budget Officer’s Forum, the FY22 Forecaster Award winners were announced. The Weitzman School of Design won “Best School Forecast” for the first time in the history of the awards! The Division of Recreation and Athletics won “Best Resource Center Forecast” and The Provost’s Center won the award for “Best Administrative Center” Forecast. […]