Purdue University Volleyball Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Purdue University's Volleyball program reported $1.1M in revenue and $3.2M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.1M. The program generated $1.1M in total revenue, led by Ticket Sales at $534K. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Volleyball data, Purdue University ranks 15th overall in total expenses (15th of 41 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.4M. Purdue University competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2016 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$1,142,223
Total Expenses
$3,237,136
Net
-$2,094,913

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Ticket Sales$533,545
Contributions$419,872
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$132,278
NCAA Distributions$42,116
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$14,412

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$925,084
Team Travel$655,840
Athletic Student Aid$631,228
Game Expenses$222,948
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$145,103
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$104,563
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$89,216
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$81,303
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$77,928
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$77,740
Recruiting$70,640
Other Operating Expenses$64,392
NCAA Non-Football Host Expense Settlements$34,740
Guarantees$31,394
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$24,734
Memberships and Dues$275
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$8
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$1,142,223$3,237,136-$2.1M
FY2024$650,994$2,811,106-$2.2M
FY2023$1,009,434$2,496,475-$1.5M
FY2022$708,777$2,360,138-$1.7M
FY2021$215,993$1,714,227-$1.5M
FY2020$493,990$1,980,280-$1.5M

Purdue University Volleyball — Financial Context

Purdue's volleyball program generated $1.1 million in revenue in FY2025, led by $534K in ticket sales, while expenses reached $3.2 million — ranking 15th among 76 FBS programs and well above the FBS average of $2.4 million. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represented the program's largest expense at $925K, contributing to a $2.1 million net deficit. Program spending has climbed steadily from $1.7 million in FY2021 to $3.2 million in FY2025, reflecting a significant and sustained investment in the sport over the past five years.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for Purdue University Volleyball?
The largest revenue category was Ticket Sales at $533,545 in FY2025.
How does Purdue University Volleyball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Volleyball data, Purdue University ranks 15th overall in total expenses (15th of 41 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.4M.
Is Purdue University Volleyball profitable?
In FY2025, Purdue University Volleyball reported a net deficit of $2.1M.