In fiscal year 2025, Kent State University's Wrestling program reported $84K in revenue and $732K in expenses, for a net deficit of $648K. Like most Group of Five Wrestling programs, Kent State University generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 28 FBS programs reporting Wrestling data, Kent State University ranks 28th overall in total expenses (8th of 8 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.7M. Kent State University competes in the MAC; financial data is available from FY2022 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Contributions | $50,967 |
| Ticket Sales | $20,379 |
| Sports Camp Revenues | $12,640 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $313,279 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $278,495 |
| Team Travel | $72,987 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $23,447 |
| Recruiting | $15,317 |
| Game Expenses | $14,118 |
| Sports Camp Expenses | $10,693 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $3,965 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $83,986 | $732,301 | -$648K |
| FY2024 | $247,508 | $765,597 | -$518K |
| FY2023 | $211,675 | $762,224 | -$551K |
| FY2022 | $116,581 | $600,293 | -$484K |
The wrestling program generated just $84K in total revenue in FY2025, with contributions accounting for the majority at $51K, resulting in a $648K operating deficit. At $732K in total expenses, the program ranks last among all 28 FBS wrestling programs and last among the 8 Group of Five schools with wrestling, spending well below the FBS average of $2.7M. Athletic student aid represents the program's single largest expense at $313K, comprising nearly 43% of total spending.
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