In fiscal year 2025, Louisiana State University (LSU)'s Women's Basketball program reported $4.4M in revenue and $12.1M in expenses, for a net deficit of $7.7M. The program generated $4.4M in total revenue, led by Contributions at $1.9M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Women's Basketball data, Louisiana State University ranks 3rd overall in total expenses (2nd of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $5.2M. Louisiana State University competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Contributions | $1,854,089 |
| Ticket Sales | $1,605,992 |
| NCAA Distributions | $492,842 |
| In-Kind | $182,179 |
| Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl) | $108,039 |
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $72,830 |
| Guarantees | $65,690 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $2,730 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $5,246,450 |
| Team Travel | $2,049,396 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $789,692 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses | $728,296 |
| Athletic Student Aid | $692,639 |
| Recruiting | $497,475 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $495,779 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses | $279,000 |
| Game Expenses | $276,371 |
| Guarantees | $272,186 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $265,691 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $203,433 |
| NCAA Non-Football Host Expense Settlements | $145,853 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $59,800 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $59,359 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $26,784 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $8,404 |
| Memberships and Dues | $2,610 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $4,384,391 | $12,099,218 | -$7.7M |
| FY2024 | $3,302,327 | $11,874,940 | -$8.6M |
| FY2023 | $2,950,343 | $10,251,412 | -$7.3M |
| FY2022 | $2,111,552 | $8,317,053 | -$6.2M |
| FY2021 | $131,790 | $4,349,853 | -$4.2M |
| FY2020 | $380,518 | $4,729,709 | -$4.3M |
The LSU Women's Basketball program ranks 3rd among all 78 FBS programs in expenses, with $12.1M spent in FY2025 — more than double the FBS average of $5.2M — driven largely by $5.2M in coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses. That spending level has nearly tripled since FY2021's $4.3M, reflecting a dramatic and sustained financial investment in the program. Despite generating $4.4M in revenue, led by $1.9M in contributions, the program carries a $7.7M deficit for FY2025.
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