Purdue University Baseball Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Big Ten · Data available: FY2016–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, Purdue University's Baseball program reported $481K in revenue and $3.2M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.7M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $341K. Among the 71 FBS programs reporting Baseball data, Purdue University ranks 35th overall in total expenses (33rd of 39 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $3.8M. Purdue University competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2016 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$480,957
Total Expenses
$3,173,761
Net
-$2,692,804

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$340,975
Ticket Sales$114,807
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$21,175
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$4,000

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$726,804
Athletic Student Aid$535,125
Team Travel$489,524
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$363,757
Game Expenses$299,961
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$210,864
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$194,350
Other Operating Expenses$143,504
Recruiting$81,778
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$71,334
Guarantees$49,000
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$5,413
Memberships and Dues$1,500
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$847
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$480,957$3,173,761-$2.7M
FY2024$506,119$2,792,351-$2.3M
FY2023$583,009$2,495,687-$1.9M
FY2022$332,479$2,308,400-$2.0M
FY2021$346,513$1,686,474-$1.3M
FY2020$508,564$1,648,679-$1.1M

Purdue University Baseball — Financial Context

Purdue's baseball program generated $481K in revenue in FY2025, with contributions accounting for the vast majority at $341K, while expenses reached $3.2M — resulting in a $2.7M deficit. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses were the program's largest expense at $727K, and total spending has doubled since FY2020's $1.6M, reflecting a consistent upward investment trend. At $3.2M in expenses, Purdue ranks 35th among 71 FBS programs and sits below the FBS average of $3.8M.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for Purdue University Baseball?
The largest revenue category was Contributions at $340,975 in FY2025.
How does Purdue University Baseball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 71 FBS programs reporting Baseball data, Purdue University ranks 35th overall in total expenses (33rd of 39 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $3.8M.
Is Purdue University Baseball profitable?
In FY2025, Purdue University Baseball reported a net deficit of $2.7M.