The Annual Fund is used for annual expenses, and a broad range of the University’s needs. The Annual Fund helps us live and has an immediate impact on the education of current Marshall University students.  Simply put, tuition has not kept pace with inflation over the years. In addition, because of decrease in state funding and an increase in the demands of a competitive marketplace, Marshall University must raise funds each year to maintain the high standards it places on education while remaining affordable to current and prospective students. Income from the Annual Fund and endowment bridges the gap between tuition revenue, state allocations and the operating budget.