In fiscal year 2025, The Ohio State University (OSU)'s Tennis program reported $732K in revenue and $3.6M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.9M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $444K. Among the 73 FBS programs reporting Tennis data, The Ohio State University ranks 4th overall in total expenses (4th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $1.8M. The Ohio State University competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Contributions | $443,906 |
| NCAA Distributions | $102,112 |
| Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships | $101,991 |
| Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income | $61,645 |
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $11,775 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $10,746 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $1,355,864 |
| Athletic Student Aid | $722,803 |
| Team Travel | $372,220 |
| Game Expenses | $323,818 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $190,339 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $127,374 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses | $116,331 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $109,672 |
| Recruiting | $107,076 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $94,457 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $48,646 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses | $39,537 |
| NCAA Non-Football Host Expense Settlements | $11,956 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $11,438 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $4,183 |
| Memberships and Dues | $1,349 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $1,038 |
| Guarantees | $505 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $732,175 | $3,638,606 | -$2.9M |
| FY2024 | $465,348 | $3,470,065 | -$3.0M |
| FY2023 | $417,998 | $3,286,057 | -$2.9M |
| FY2022 | $338,466 | $3,206,690 | -$2.9M |
| FY2021 | $521,148 | $2,209,233 | -$1.7M |
| FY2020 | $453,316 | $2,247,843 | -$1.8M |
Ohio State's tennis program operates at a significant financial loss, generating $732K in revenue—led by $444K in contributions—against $3.6M in expenses, resulting in a $2.9M deficit in FY2025. The program ranks 4th among all 73 FBS tennis programs in total spending, operating at double the FBS average of $1.8M, with coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses representing the largest cost at $1.4M. Expenses have grown steadily from $2.2M in FY2020 to $3.6M in FY2025, reflecting a sustained institutional commitment to investing in the program at an elite level.
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