Marshall University’s board approved program changes under a West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission review mandate, including cutting seven academic programs and expanding or improving five others. The university is managing an estimated $10.2 million deficit for fiscal 2026 and presented the latest plan as part of efforts to reduce waste while investing in priority areas. For discontinued programs, Marshall said it plans to stop offerings after current students complete degrees. The review cycle is required at least once every five years and weighs demand, student outcomes, and delivery costs. Marshall reported enrollment headcount pressures over time—down from five years earlier but improving versus 2022—and a capital investment plan funded by state dollars to address deferred maintenance. The combination of academic portfolio changes and facility investment reflects how institutions are trying to protect student demand while stabilizing finances.