Purdue University Softball Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Purdue University's Softball program reported $404K in revenue and $2.3M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.9M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $403K. Among the 70 FBS programs reporting Softball data, Purdue University ranks 31st overall in total expenses (31st of 38 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.3M. Purdue University competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2016 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$404,158
Total Expenses
$2,275,642
Net
-$1,871,484

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$403,058
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$1,100

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$632,819
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$470,799
Team Travel$314,133
Game Expenses$215,259
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$145,803
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$132,571
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$108,820
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$104,308
Recruiting$84,977
Other Operating Expenses$43,350
Guarantees$11,000
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$9,572
Medical Expenses and Insurance$1,198
Memberships and Dues$655
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$378
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$404,158$2,275,642-$1.9M
FY2024$261,337$1,930,346-$1.7M
FY2023$529,159$1,698,010-$1.2M
FY2022$122,360$1,548,888-$1.4M
FY2021$411,454$1,245,132-$834K
FY2020$471,025$1,367,427-$896K

Purdue University Softball — Financial Context

Purdue's softball program generated $404K in FY2025 revenue, with contributions accounting for nearly all of it at $403K, indicating minimal self-generated income streams. Against $2.3M in expenses — led by athletic student aid at $633K — the program ran a $1.9M deficit, a figure that has grown steadily as expenses have nearly doubled from $1.2M in FY2021. Despite that rising cost trajectory, Purdue's $2.3M in spending aligns almost exactly with the FBS average, ranking 31st out of 70 FBS programs and 30th among 37 Power Four schools.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for Purdue University Softball?
The largest revenue category was Contributions at $403,058 in FY2025.
How does Purdue University Softball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 70 FBS programs reporting Softball data, Purdue University ranks 31st overall in total expenses (31st of 38 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.3M.
Is Purdue University Softball profitable?
In FY2025, Purdue University Softball reported a net deficit of $1.9M.