University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Water Polo Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Big Ten · Data available: FY2010–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)'s Water Polo program reported $570K in revenue and $3.2M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.6M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $322K. Among the 5 FBS programs reporting Water Polo data, University of California, Los Angeles ranks 1st overall in total expenses (1st of 3 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $1.9M. University of California, Los Angeles competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$570,195
Total Expenses
$3,170,746
Net
-$2,600,551

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$322,077
NCAA Distributions$94,000
Ticket Sales$61,688
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$52,217
Sports Camp Revenues$40,213

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$1,079,453
Athletic Student Aid$738,758
Other Operating Expenses$354,273
Team Travel$288,623
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$163,181
Game Expenses$125,312
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$100,216
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$96,298
NCAA Non-Football Host Expense Settlements$79,801
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$68,404
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$46,250
Recruiting$17,109
Sports Camp Expenses$13,068
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$570,195$3,170,746-$2.6M
FY2024$344,100$2,918,004-$2.6M
FY2023$387,762$2,387,589-$2.0M
FY2022$462,691$2,129,289-$1.7M
FY2021$323,832$1,742,145-$1.4M
FY2020$413,260$1,811,189-$1.4M

University of California, Los Angeles Water Polo — Financial Context

The Water Polo program carries the highest expenses among all FBS schools offering the sport, with FY2025 costs reaching $3.2M — well above the FBS average of $1.9M — driven largely by $1.1M in coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses. Those expenses have grown steadily from $1.7M in FY2021, contributing to a current-year deficit of $2.6M against just $570K in revenue. Contributions represent the program's primary revenue source at $322K, underscoring its heavy dependence on donor support to offset operational costs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of California, Los Angeles spend on Water Polo?
University of California, Los Angeles Water Polo reported $3,170,746 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $1,079,453.
How does University of California, Los Angeles Water Polo spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 5 FBS programs reporting Water Polo data, University of California, Los Angeles ranks 1st overall in total expenses (1st of 3 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $1.9M.
How is University of California, Los Angeles Water Polo funded?
Like most Power Four Water Polo programs, University of California, Los Angeles funds Water Polo primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.