University at Buffalo Softball Finances FY2025

University at Buffalo Softball Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · MAC · Data available: FY2022–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University at Buffalo's Softball program reported $1.1M in revenue and $1.1M in expenses, for a net surplus of $20K. The program generated $1.1M in total revenue, led by Direct Institutional Support at $725K. Among the 70 FBS programs reporting Softball data, University at Buffalo ranks 59th overall in total expenses (21st of 32 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.3M. University at Buffalo competes in the MAC; financial data is available from FY2022 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue

$1,109,558

Total Expenses

$1,089,539

Net

+$20,019

FY2025 Revenue Sources

Category	Amount
Direct Institutional Support	$725,037
Student Fees	$224,081
Direct State or Other Government Support	$125,713
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income	$13,000
Compensation and Benefits provided by a third party	$8,465
Contributions	$5,855
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships	$4,407
Guarantees	$3,000

Category	Amount
Athletic Student Aid	$496,604
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities	$330,758
Team Travel	$160,161
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies	$35,554
Recruiting	$35,405
Game Expenses	$14,860
Severance Payments	$9,899
Other Operating Expenses	$3,459
Medical Expenses and Insurance	$2,544
Memberships and Dues	$295

Category

Amount

Athletic Student Aid

$496,604

Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities

$330,758

Team Travel

$160,161

Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies

$35,554

Recruiting

$35,405

Game Expenses

$14,860

Severance Payments

$9,899

Other Operating Expenses

$3,459

Medical Expenses and Insurance

$2,544

Memberships and Dues

$295

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 Year	Revenue	Expenses	Net
FY2025	$1,109,558	$1,089,539	+$20K
FY2024	$2,008,302	$2,008,302	+$0
FY2023	$2,062,410	$2,059,494	+$3K
FY2022	$1,884,116	$1,883,166	+$950

Fiscal Year

Revenue

Expenses

Net

FY2025

$1,109,558

$1,089,539

+$20K

FY2024

$2,008,302

+$0

FY2023

$2,062,410

$2,059,494

+$3K

FY2022

$1,884,116

$1,883,166

+$950

University at Buffalo Softball — Financial Context

The softball program operated on a modest $1.1 million budget in FY2025, ranking 59th out of 70 FBS programs by expenses and sitting well below the FBS average of $2.3 million. Athletic Student Aid represented the program's single largest expense at $497K, while Direct Institutional Support of $725K served as the primary revenue driver, helping the program finish with a slim $20K surplus. Notably, expenses have dropped sharply from the $2.0–$2.1 million range seen in FY2022–FY2024, reflecting a significant reduction in program spending over the past year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does University at Buffalo spend on Softball?

University at Buffalo Softball reported $1,089,539 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $496,604.

How does University at Buffalo Softball spending compare to other FBS programs?

Among the 70 FBS programs reporting Softball data, University at Buffalo ranks 59th overall in total expenses (21st of 32 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.3M.

How is University at Buffalo Softball funded?

Like most Group of Five Softball programs, University at Buffalo funds Softball primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.