Oklahoma State University Wrestling Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Oklahoma State University's Wrestling program reported $3.1M in revenue and $5.1M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.0M. The program generated $3.1M in total revenue, led by Contributions at $2.4M. Among the 28 FBS programs reporting Wrestling data, Oklahoma State University ranks 3rd overall in total expenses (3rd of 20 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.7M. Oklahoma State University competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$3,096,380
Total Expenses
$5,059,818
Net
-$1,963,438

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$2,361,452
Ticket Sales$421,802
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$102,423
Media Rights$86,893
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$61,854
Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl)$26,754
NCAA Distributions$20,640
In-Kind$14,412
Other Operating Revenue$150

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$2,803,958
Team Travel$477,896
Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$435,488
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$342,744
Other Operating Expenses$322,010
Athletic Student Aid$253,447
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$133,444
Recruiting$93,999
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$92,961
Medical Expenses and Insurance$54,812
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$28,995
Game Expenses$15,623
Memberships and Dues$2,377
Guarantees$2,064
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$3,096,380$5,059,818-$2.0M
FY2024$2,845,364$1,104,691+$1.7M
FY2023$990,068$2,789,355-$1.8M
FY2022$832,891$2,172,346-$1.3M
FY2021$402,876$1,764,966-$1.4M
FY2020$609,745$2,014,547-$1.4M

Oklahoma State University Wrestling — Financial Context

Oklahoma State's wrestling program ranked 3rd in expenses among all 28 FBS wrestling programs in FY2025, with $5.1M in total spending driven primarily by $2.8M in coaching salaries — a dramatic spike from just $1.1M in FY2024. Contributions accounted for $2.4M of the program's $3.1M in total revenue, reflecting strong donor support that nonetheless fell well short of covering costs, resulting in a $2.0M deficit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Oklahoma State University spend on Wrestling?
Oklahoma State University Wrestling reported $5,059,818 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $2,803,958.
How does Oklahoma State University Wrestling spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 28 FBS programs reporting Wrestling data, Oklahoma State University ranks 3rd overall in total expenses (3rd of 20 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.7M.
How is Oklahoma State University Wrestling funded?
Like most Power Four Wrestling programs, Oklahoma State University funds Wrestling primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.