Pennsylvania State University (PSU) Baseball Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Pennsylvania State University (PSU)'s Baseball program reported $2.5M in revenue and $7.1M in expenses, for a net deficit of $4.6M. The program generated $2.5M in total revenue, led by Football Bowl Revenues at $1.3M. Among the 71 FBS programs reporting Baseball data, Pennsylvania State University ranks 9th overall in total expenses (9th of 39 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.8M. Pennsylvania State University competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$2,530,758
Total Expenses
$7,083,457
Net
-$4,552,699

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Football Bowl Revenues$1,265,379
Contributions$1,146,479
Sports Camp Revenues$84,120
Ticket Sales$25,539
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$5,906
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$3,335

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$4,837,323
Athletic Student Aid$842,183
Team Travel$731,012
Game Expenses$347,321
Recruiting$85,454
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$82,552
Sports Camp Expenses$68,556
Other Operating Expenses$64,393
Guarantees$17,500
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$4,020
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$2,993
Memberships and Dues$150
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$2,530,758$7,083,457-$4.6M
FY2024$1,751,030$5,819,335-$4.1M
FY2023$775,780$1,733,774-$958K
FY2022$754,388$1,745,702-$991K
FY2021$683,684$1,230,711-$547K
FY2020$944,968$1,302,656-$358K

Pennsylvania State University Baseball — Financial Context

The Nittany Lions' baseball program operates at a $4.6M deficit, with $7.1M in expenses dwarfing $2.5M in revenue — ranking 9th among all 71 FBS programs in spending and well above the $3.8M FBS average. Coaching compensation and bonuses account for $4.8M of those expenses, representing the program's single largest cost driver. Spending has surged dramatically in recent years, jumping from $1.7M in FY2023 to $5.8M in FY2024 and $7.1M in FY2025, signaling a significant and deliberate investment in the program

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for Pennsylvania State University Baseball?
The largest revenue category was Football Bowl Revenues at $1,265,379 in FY2025.
How does Pennsylvania State University Baseball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 71 FBS programs reporting Baseball data, Pennsylvania State University ranks 9th overall in total expenses (9th of 39 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.8M.
Is Pennsylvania State University Baseball profitable?
In FY2025, Pennsylvania State University Baseball reported a net deficit of $4.6M.