San Diego State University (SDSU) Water Polo Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Pac-12 · Data available: FY2017–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, San Diego State University (SDSU)'s Water Polo program reported $1.0M in revenue and $748K in expenses, for a net surplus of $293K. The program generated $1.0M in total revenue, led by Student Fees at $810K. Among the 5 FBS programs reporting Water Polo data, San Diego State University ranks 5th overall in total expenses (2nd of 2 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $1.9M. San Diego State University competes in the Pac-12; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$1,040,038
Total Expenses
$747,505
Net
+$292,533

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Student Fees$810,435
Direct Institutional Support$223,603
Other Operating Revenue$4,600
Contributions$1,400

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$355,573
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$226,922
Team Travel$84,889
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$25,296
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$18,282
Other Operating Expenses$12,268
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$9,759
Recruiting$8,234
Game Expenses$5,362
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$583
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$337
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$1,040,038$747,505+$293K
FY2024$1,034,607$789,901+$245K
FY2023$946,655$591,247+$355K
FY2022$1,056,508$647,775+$409K
FY2021$1,018,850$521,694+$497K
FY2020$862,753$538,711+$324K

San Diego State University Water Polo — Financial Context

The water polo program generated a $293K surplus in FY2025, driven largely by $810K in student fees that accounted for the vast majority of the program's $1.0M in total revenue. At $748K in expenses, the program operates well below the FBS average of $1.9M, ranking 5th out of 5 FBS water polo programs by spending, with athletic student aid representing the single largest cost at $356K. Expenses have fluctuated over the past six years, ranging from a low of $522K in FY2021 to a high of $790K in FY2024, before pulling back slightly in FY2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does San Diego State University spend on Water Polo?
San Diego State University Water Polo reported $747,505 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $355,573.
How does San Diego State University Water Polo spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 5 FBS programs reporting Water Polo data, San Diego State University ranks 5th overall in total expenses (2nd of 2 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $1.9M.
How is San Diego State University Water Polo funded?
Like most Group of Five Water Polo programs, San Diego State University funds Water Polo primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.