Kansas State University (KSU) Golf Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Big 12 · Data available: FY2017–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, Kansas State University (KSU)'s Golf program reported $1.1M in revenue and $2.2M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.1M. The program generated $1.1M in total revenue, led by Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl) at $1.0M. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, Kansas State University ranks 29th overall in total expenses (28th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.0M. Kansas State University competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$1,054,556
Total Expenses
$2,176,191
Net
-$1,121,635

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl)$1,016,873
Contributions$22,111
Conference Distributions of Football Bowl Generated Revenue$15,572

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$557,938
Athletic Student Aid$497,850
Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee$447,732
Team Travel$290,129
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$62,851
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$62,851
Recruiting$59,326
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$44,524
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$42,345
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$39,124
Other Operating Expenses$23,489
Memberships and Dues$17,191
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$16,082
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$6,194
Medical Expenses and Insurance$4,748
Game Expenses$3,817
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$1,054,556$2,176,191-$1.1M
FY2024$1,034,273$2,157,401-$1.1M
FY2023$9,800$1,727,209-$1.7M
FY2022$17,898$1,672,505-$1.7M
FY2021$11,064$1,516,460-$1.5M
FY2020$0$1,340,292-$1.3M

Kansas State University Golf — Financial Context

Kansas State's golf program spent $2.2M in FY2025, ranking 29th among 76 FBS programs and 28th among 41 Power Four schools, placing it above the FBS average of $2.0M. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses were the largest expense at $558K, while revenue of $1.1M — driven almost entirely by $1.0M in conference distributions — left the program with a $1.1M deficit. Program expenses have grown steadily from $1.3M in FY2020, reflecting a notable acceleration after FY2023.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Kansas State University spend on Golf?
Kansas State University Golf reported $2,176,191 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $557,938.
How does Kansas State University Golf spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, Kansas State University ranks 29th overall in total expenses (28th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.0M.
How is Kansas State University Golf funded?
Like most Power Four Golf programs, Kansas State University funds Golf primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.