Federal Spending on Education and Related Programs: 2005 and 2006
| Level, agency, and program | 2005 | 2006 |
|---|---|---|
| Total, all programs | $145.9 billion | $166.5 billion |
| Percent of federal budget outlays | 5.9% | 6.3% |
| Elementary/secondary education programs | $68.9 billion | $70.9 billion |
| Higher education programs | $38.6 billion | $57.7 billion |
| Other education programs | $6.9 billion | $7.1 billion |
| Research programs at universities | $31.5 billion | $30.7 billion |
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