Central Michigan University (CMU) Women's Basketball Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Central Michigan University (CMU)'s Women's Basketball program reported $158K in revenue and $1.9M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.7M. The largest revenue source was Guarantees at $50K. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Women's Basketball data, Central Michigan University ranks 70th overall in total expenses (28th of 36 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $5.2M. Central Michigan University competes in the MAC; financial data is available from FY2022 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$158,134
Total Expenses
$1,858,197
Net
-$1,700,063

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Guarantees$50,000
In-Kind$35,000
Contributions$31,087
Ticket Sales$26,809
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$9,563
Compensation and Benefits provided by a third party$4,340
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$760
Sports Camp Revenues$395
Other Operating Revenue$180

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$643,230
Athletic Student Aid$519,292
Team Travel$157,593
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$150,773
Game Expenses$124,911
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$78,102
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$54,858
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$37,431
Recruiting$26,874
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$22,901
Other Operating Expenses$21,103
Severance Payments$13,490
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$3,009
Guarantees$2,700
Memberships and Dues$1,930
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$158,134$1,858,197-$1.7M
FY2024$133,814$1,715,270-$1.6M
FY2023$177,759$2,148,544-$2.0M
FY2022$199,888$1,738,827-$1.5M

Central Michigan University Women's Basketball — Financial Context

Central Michigan's Women's Basketball program generated just $158K in revenue in FY2025, with guarantees representing the largest source at $50K, resulting in a $1.7M deficit. At $1.9M in total expenses, the program spends well below the FBS average of $5.2M, ranking 70th out of 78 FBS programs and 29th among 37 Group of Five schools. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses accounted for the program's largest expense at $643K, representing roughly one-third of all spending.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Central Michigan University spend on Women's Basketball?
Central Michigan University Women's Basketball reported $1,858,197 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $643,230.
How does Central Michigan University Women's Basketball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Women's Basketball data, Central Michigan University ranks 70th overall in total expenses (28th of 36 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $5.2M.
How is Central Michigan University Women's Basketball funded?
Like most Group of Five Women's Basketball programs, Central Michigan University funds Women's Basketball primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.