In fiscal year 2025, Purdue University's Soccer program reported $532K in revenue and $2.2M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.7M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $491K. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Soccer data, Purdue University ranks 49th overall in total expenses (36th of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.9M. Purdue University competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2016 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Contributions | $491,221 |
| Ticket Sales | $40,705 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $812,274 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $505,838 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $186,934 |
| Team Travel | $164,450 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $143,346 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $121,084 |
| Recruiting | $64,300 |
| Game Expenses | $63,668 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $52,991 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $48,034 |
| Guarantees | $42,000 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $13,043 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $3,905 |
| Memberships and Dues | $695 |
| Facilities Maintenance and Operations | $17 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $531,926 | $2,222,579 | -$1.7M |
| FY2024 | $313,209 | $2,119,227 | -$1.8M |
| FY2023 | $656,876 | $1,671,993 | -$1.0M |
| FY2022 | $150,591 | $1,597,992 | -$1.4M |
| FY2021 | $486,474 | $1,261,711 | -$775K |
| FY2020 | $583,427 | $1,459,158 | -$876K |
The soccer program generated $532K in revenue in FY2025, with contributions accounting for the overwhelming majority at $491K, indicating the program relies heavily on donor support rather than ticket sales or media income. At $2.2M in total expenses, the program ranks 49th among 78 FBS programs and 35th among 41 Power Four schools, spending below the FBS average of $2.9M. However, a deficit of $1.7M persists, driven largely by athletic student aid at $812K, with expenses having grown steadily from $1.3M in FY2021 to their current level.
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