Purdue University Swimming and Diving Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Purdue University's Swimming and Diving program reported $869K in revenue and $3.9M in expenses, for a net deficit of $3.0M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $755K. Among the 56 FBS programs reporting Swimming and Diving data, Purdue University ranks 14th overall in total expenses (14th of 33 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.7M. Purdue University competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2016 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$869,022
Total Expenses
$3,896,254
Net
-$3,027,232

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$755,452
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$89,506
NCAA Distributions$24,064

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$1,034,346
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$725,156
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$569,106
Team Travel$395,527
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$314,680
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$310,153
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$159,615
Recruiting$101,224
Other Operating Expenses$94,430
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$73,480
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$54,358
Game Expenses$41,088
Medical Expenses and Insurance$10,751
Memberships and Dues$5,706
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$5,308
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$1,326
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$869,022$3,896,254-$3.0M
FY2024$757,589$3,382,239-$2.6M
FY2023$910,549$2,884,127-$2.0M
FY2022$386,108$2,623,116-$2.2M
FY2021$527,905$2,060,309-$1.5M
FY2020$717,559$2,675,545-$2.0M

Purdue University Swimming and Diving — Financial Context

The Boilermaker swimming and diving program operates at a $3.0M deficit, with $3.9M in expenses far outpacing $869K in revenue — 88% of which comes from contributions rather than any commercial or ticket-based sources. At $3.9M, the program ranks 14th most expensive among all 56 FBS programs and 14th among Power Four schools, sitting well above the FBS average of $2.7M. Expenses have climbed steadily over five years, rising from $2.1M in FY2021 to $3.9M in FY2025, with athletic student aid representing the single largest cost at $1.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Purdue University spend on Swimming and Diving?
Purdue University Swimming and Diving reported $3,896,254 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $1,034,346.
How does Purdue University Swimming and Diving spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 56 FBS programs reporting Swimming and Diving data, Purdue University ranks 14th overall in total expenses (14th of 33 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.7M.
How is Purdue University Swimming and Diving funded?
Like most Power Four Swimming and Diving programs, Purdue University funds Swimming and Diving primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.