University of Cincinnati Golf Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Big 12 · Data available: FY2010–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University of Cincinnati's Golf program reported $286K in revenue and $2.0M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.7M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $219K. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, University of Cincinnati ranks 35th overall in total expenses (33rd of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.0M. University of Cincinnati competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$285,973
Total Expenses
$1,975,088
Net
-$1,689,115

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$219,001
Other Operating Revenue$42,500
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$24,472

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$612,090
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$472,822
Other Operating Expenses$257,389
Team Travel$215,862
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$161,202
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$105,165
Memberships and Dues$62,935
Recruiting$30,926
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$21,580
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$17,901
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$6,761
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$4,869
Game Expenses$3,502
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$2,084
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$285,973$1,975,088-$1.7M
FY2024$123,130$1,704,583-$1.6M
FY2023$182,384$1,723,469-$1.5M
FY2022$169,034$1,115,742-$947K
FY2021$165,919$1,032,863-$867K
FY2020$182,966$970,470-$788K

University of Cincinnati Golf — Financial Context

The golf program generated $286K in FY2025 revenue, with contributions accounting for the vast majority at $219K, while expenses reached $2.0M — resulting in a $1.7M deficit. Athletic student aid represented the program's single largest cost at $612K, driving expenses that have nearly doubled since FY2020's $970K. At $2.0M in total spending, Cincinnati ranks 35th among 76 FBS programs and 33rd among 41 Power Four schools, landing right at the FBS average.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Cincinnati spend on Golf?
University of Cincinnati Golf reported $1,975,088 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $612,090.
How does University of Cincinnati Golf spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, University of Cincinnati ranks 35th overall in total expenses (33rd of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.0M.
How is University of Cincinnati Golf funded?
Like most Power Four Golf programs, University of Cincinnati funds Golf primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.