Bowling Green State University (BGSU) Volleyball Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · MAC · Data available: FY2014–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, Bowling Green State University (BGSU)'s Volleyball program reported $163K in revenue and $1.1M in expenses, for a net deficit of $893K. The largest revenue source was Ticket Sales at $79K. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Volleyball data, Bowling Green State University ranks 68th overall in total expenses (27th of 35 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.4M. Bowling Green State University competes in the MAC; financial data is available from FY2014 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$162,735
Total Expenses
$1,055,730
Net
-$892,995

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Ticket Sales$78,671
Contributions$43,670
Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl)$22,394
Other Operating Revenue$18,000

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$384,215
Athletic Student Aid$382,145
Team Travel$133,490
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$43,122
Other Operating Expenses$36,759
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$29,054
Recruiting$22,660
Game Expenses$16,214
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$8,071
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$162,735$1,055,730-$893K
FY2024$61,147$916,458-$855K
FY2023$159,108$963,570-$804K
FY2022$48,697$793,655-$745K
FY2021$23,564$671,384-$648K
FY2020$59,199$767,229-$708K

Bowling Green State University Volleyball — Financial Context

The volleyball program generated $163K in total revenue in FY2025, with ticket sales leading the way at $79K, while expenses reached $1.1M — producing a net deficit of $893K. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses accounted for the largest share of spending at $384K, driving costs that have risen sharply from $671K in FY2021 to their current level. At $1.1M in total expenses, the program ranks 68th among 76 FBS programs and sits well below the FBS average of $2.4M.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Bowling Green State University spend on Volleyball?
Bowling Green State University Volleyball reported $1,055,730 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $384,215.
How does Bowling Green State University Volleyball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Volleyball data, Bowling Green State University ranks 68th overall in total expenses (27th of 35 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.4M.
How is Bowling Green State University Volleyball funded?
Like most Group of Five Volleyball programs, Bowling Green State University funds Volleyball primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.