Purdue University Women's Basketball Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Purdue University's Women's Basketball program reported $1.0M in revenue and $4.9M in expenses, for a net deficit of $3.9M. The program generated $1.0M in total revenue, led by Contributions at $419K. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Women's Basketball data, Purdue University ranks 40th overall in total expenses (37th of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $5.2M. Purdue University competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2016 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$1,028,760
Total Expenses
$4,911,279
Net
-$3,882,519

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$418,505
Ticket Sales$400,801
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$146,333
Compensation and Benefits provided by a third party$42,671
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$20,450

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$1,506,117
Team Travel$965,351
Athletic Student Aid$712,649
Game Expenses$680,799
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$261,928
Recruiting$177,027
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$151,175
Guarantees$143,466
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$117,488
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$89,700
Other Operating Expenses$71,877
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$28,543
Medical Expenses and Insurance$3,924
Memberships and Dues$1,030
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$205
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$1,028,760$4,911,279-$3.9M
FY2024$928,712$4,779,727-$3.9M
FY2023$922,257$4,206,194-$3.3M
FY2022$1,014,248$4,577,307-$3.6M
FY2021$839,510$3,590,233-$2.8M
FY2020$525,384$4,426,155-$3.9M

Purdue University Women's Basketball — Financial Context

The program generated $1.0 million in total revenue in FY2025, with contributions leading the way at $419K, while $4.9 million in expenses produced a $3.9 million deficit. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represented the single largest cost at $1.5 million, accounting for roughly 31% of total expenditures. At $4.9 million in expenses, the program ranks 40th among 78 FBS programs and 37th among 41 Power Four schools, spending below the FBS average of $5.2 million despite a steady upward expense trend that has grown from $3.6 million in FY

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for Purdue University Women's Basketball?
The largest revenue category was Contributions at $418,505 in FY2025.
How does Purdue University Women's Basketball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Women's Basketball data, Purdue University ranks 40th overall in total expenses (37th of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $5.2M.
Is Purdue University Women's Basketball profitable?
In FY2025, Purdue University Women's Basketball reported a net deficit of $3.9M.