Central Michigan University (CMU) Wrestling Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Central Michigan University (CMU)'s Wrestling program reported $179K in revenue and $780K in expenses, for a net deficit of $600K. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $92K. Among the 28 FBS programs reporting Wrestling data, Central Michigan University ranks 26th overall in total expenses (6th of 8 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.7M. Central Michigan University competes in the MAC; financial data is available from FY2022 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$179,157
Total Expenses
$779,603
Net
-$600,446

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$91,662
Ticket Sales$30,037
Direct Institutional Support$19,032
In-Kind$14,923
NCAA Distributions$14,116
Guarantees$2,914
Other Operating Revenue$2,670
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$2,218
Compensation and Benefits provided by a third party$1,585

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$274,547
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$269,573
Team Travel$121,438
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$27,000
Game Expenses$24,174
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$19,844
Other Operating Expenses$19,625
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$12,115
Recruiting$4,160
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$3,245
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$2,098
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$1,409
Memberships and Dues$375
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$179,157$779,603-$600K
FY2024$123,066$794,255-$671K
FY2023$110,990$742,121-$631K
FY2022$130,628$697,606-$567K

Central Michigan University Wrestling — Financial Context

The wrestling program generated $179K in revenue in FY2025, with contributions accounting for the majority at $92K, while expenses reached $780K — led by athletic student aid at $275K — resulting in a $600K deficit. At $780K in total expenses, the program ranks 26th out of 28 FBS wrestling programs and 6th among the eight Group of Five schools that sponsor the sport, spending well below the FBS average of $2.7M. Expenses have remained relatively stable over the past four fiscal years, fluctuating between $698K and $794K since FY2022.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Central Michigan University spend on Wrestling?
Central Michigan University Wrestling reported $779,603 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $274,547.
How does Central Michigan University Wrestling spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 28 FBS programs reporting Wrestling data, Central Michigan University ranks 26th overall in total expenses (6th of 8 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.7M.
How is Central Michigan University Wrestling funded?
Like most Group of Five Wrestling programs, Central Michigan University funds Wrestling primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.