Ball State University Volleyball Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · MAC · Data available: FY2022–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, Ball State University's Volleyball program reported $9K in revenue and $1.7M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.7M. Like most Group of Five Volleyball programs, Ball State University generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Volleyball data, Ball State University ranks 44th overall in total expenses (5th of 35 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.4M. Ball State University competes in the MAC; financial data is available from FY2022 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$8,941
Total Expenses
$1,696,760
Net
-$1,687,819

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Sports Camp Revenues$8,941

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$633,546
Athletic Student Aid$536,416
Team Travel$306,459
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$84,302
Medical Expenses and Insurance$71,931
Game Expenses$20,260
Other Operating Expenses$17,861
Recruiting$14,210
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$7,364
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$2,806
Guarantees$1,000
Sports Camp Expenses$605
Data sourced from NCAA MFRS filings obtained via public records (FOIA) requests and official athletic department disclosures. Figures are as reported to the NCAA and may include institutional support, conference distributions, and other non-self-generated revenue. See the methodology page for full sourcing details.

Year-over-Year Trend

Fiscal YearRevenueExpensesNet
FY2025$8,941$1,696,760-$1.7M
FY2024$131,645$1,551,816-$1.4M
FY2023$134,473$1,624,349-$1.5M
FY2022$97,554$1,412,773-$1.3M

Ball State University Volleyball — Financial Context

Ball State's volleyball program generated just $9K in total revenue in FY2025, entirely from sports camp revenues, resulting in a $1.7M operating deficit. At $1.7M in total expenses — led by $634K in coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses — the program ranks 44th among 76 FBS programs and 6th among 36 Group of Five schools, operating well below the FBS average of $2.4M. Expenses have climbed steadily from $1.4M in FY2022, reflecting a consistent upward trend over the past four fiscal years.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ball State University spend on Volleyball?
Ball State University Volleyball reported $1,696,760 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $633,546.
How does Ball State University Volleyball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Volleyball data, Ball State University ranks 44th overall in total expenses (5th of 35 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.4M.
How is Ball State University Volleyball funded?
Like most Group of Five Volleyball programs, Ball State University funds Volleyball primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.