In fiscal year 2025, The Ohio State University (OSU)'s Rowing program reported $182K in revenue and $3.2M in expenses, for a net deficit of $3.0M. The largest revenue source was Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships at $115K. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Rowing data, The Ohio State University ranks 9th overall in total expenses (9th of 19 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.8M. The Ohio State University competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships | $114,909 |
| Contributions | $33,382 |
| Sports Camp Revenues | $20,125 |
| Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income | $7,531 |
| Guarantees | $3,006 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $2,635 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $1,180,301 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $742,342 |
| Team Travel | $354,312 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $312,036 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $149,078 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $126,906 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $69,344 |
| Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee | $66,598 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $56,814 |
| Game Expenses | $46,416 |
| Recruiting | $42,037 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $38,564 |
| Sports Camp Expenses | $8,073 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $1,692 |
| Memberships and Dues | $970 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses | $799 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $181,588 | $3,196,282 | -$3.0M |
| FY2024 | $209,888 | $3,486,245 | -$3.3M |
| FY2023 | $143,077 | $3,263,138 | -$3.1M |
| FY2022 | $183,991 | $2,788,888 | -$2.6M |
| FY2021 | $121,093 | $1,977,551 | -$1.9M |
| FY2020 | $132,939 | $2,245,192 | -$2.1M |
Rowing at Ohio State operates at a significant financial loss, generating just $182K in revenue in FY2025 — primarily from royalties, licensing, and sponsorships ($115K) — against $3.2M in expenses, producing a $3.0M deficit. Athletic student aid is the program's largest cost at $1.2M, reflecting the scholarship investment required to compete at an elite level. At $3.2M in total expenses, Ohio State ranks 9th among the 25 FBS programs sponsoring rowing, spending above the $2.8M FBS average despite a modest decline from the program's FY2024 peak of $3.5M.
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