In fiscal year 2025, University of Cincinnati's Baseball program reported $660K in revenue and $3.1M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.4M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $270K. Among the 71 FBS programs reporting Baseball data, University of Cincinnati ranks 36th overall in total expenses (34th of 39 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $3.8M. University of Cincinnati competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Contributions | $270,449 |
| Ticket Sales | $108,880 |
| Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income | $86,902 |
| NCAA Distributions | $81,226 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $54,370 |
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $51,074 |
| Guarantees | $7,500 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $979,728 |
| Athletic Student Aid | $540,670 |
| Team Travel | $500,249 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $206,065 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $201,117 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $194,366 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $129,196 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses | $121,159 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $64,141 |
| Game Expenses | $57,855 |
| Recruiting | $56,918 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $18,047 |
| Guarantees | $16,000 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $8,873 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $500 |
| Memberships and Dues | $150 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $660,401 | $3,095,034 | -$2.4M |
| FY2024 | $247,952 | $2,962,748 | -$2.7M |
| FY2023 | $197,054 | $2,017,167 | -$1.8M |
| FY2022 | $349,480 | $1,869,014 | -$1.5M |
| FY2021 | $183,346 | $1,386,537 | -$1.2M |
| FY2020 | $342,363 | $1,328,082 | -$986K |
The baseball program generated $660K in revenue in FY2025, with contributions accounting for the largest share at $270K, while $3.1M in expenses — led by $980K in coaching salaries and benefits — produced a $2.4M deficit. Spending has more than doubled since FY2020's $1.3M, reflecting a significant investment in the program since joining the Big 12. At $3.1M, expenses rank 33rd among 38 Power Four programs and sit below the FBS average of $3.8M.
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