In fiscal year 2025, The Ohio State University (OSU)'s Men's Basketball program reported $26.3M in revenue and $14.6M in expenses, for a net surplus of $11.7M. The program generated $26.3M in total revenue, led by Media Rights at $13.3M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Men's Basketball data, The Ohio State University ranks 19th overall in total expenses (18th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $10.2M. The Ohio State University competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Media Rights | $13,270,952 |
| NCAA Distributions | $6,249,602 |
| Ticket Sales | $4,333,108 |
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $994,194 |
| Guarantees | $476,220 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $354,215 |
| Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income | $216,923 |
| Contributions | $160,757 |
| Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships | $145,924 |
| Sports Camp Revenues | $84,010 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $5,188,430 |
| Team Travel | $1,990,695 |
| Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee | $1,434,050 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $1,235,298 |
| Game Expenses | $1,108,097 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $1,091,719 |
| Athletic Student Aid | $782,749 |
| Recruiting | $598,247 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $342,465 |
| Guarantees | $290,000 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $180,209 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $171,571 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $88,863 |
| Sports Camp Expenses | $64,149 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $21,005 |
| Memberships and Dues | $1,365 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $26,285,905 | $14,588,912 | +$11.7M |
| FY2024 | $24,764,064 | $23,018,682 | +$1.7M |
| FY2023 | $24,162,936 | $14,491,760 | +$9.7M |
| FY2022 | $23,640,053 | $12,121,000 | +$11.5M |
| FY2021 | $15,486,368 | $9,481,027 | +$6.0M |
| FY2020 | $21,827,777 | $11,979,259 | +$9.8M |
Media rights drove the program's financial performance in FY2025, contributing $13.3M of the program's $26.3M in total revenue and helping generate an $11.7M surplus. At $14.6M in total expenses, the program spends well above the FBS average of $10.2M, ranking 19th among 78 FBS programs and 18th among 41 Power Four schools, with coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses representing the largest cost at $5.2M. Expenses dropped sharply from an FY2024 spike of $23.0M back down to a level more consistent with FY2023's $14.5
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