University of Colorado Boulder Women's Basketball Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Big 12 · Data available: FY2017–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University of Colorado Boulder's Women's Basketball program reported $4.3M in revenue and $5.2M in expenses, for a net deficit of $876K. The program generated $4.3M in total revenue, led by Conference Distributions of Football Bowl Generated Revenue at $1.9M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Women's Basketball data, University of Colorado Boulder ranks 35th overall in total expenses (34th of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $5.2M. University of Colorado Boulder competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$4,301,631
Total Expenses
$5,177,230
Net
-$875,599

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Conference Distributions of Football Bowl Generated Revenue$1,904,268
Media Rights$978,000
Ticket Sales$425,410
Contributions$321,689
Sports Camp Revenues$223,482
NCAA Distributions$119,802
Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl)$71,088
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$70,842
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$67,490
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$66,860
Guarantees$50,000
Other Operating Revenue$2,700

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$1,409,953
Athletic Student Aid$1,145,650
Team Travel$628,781
Game Expenses$510,359
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$484,038
Recruiting$187,283
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$186,681
Guarantees$161,000
Sports Camp Expenses$116,736
Other Operating Expenses$92,163
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$78,572
Medical Expenses and Insurance$64,346
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$40,049
NCAA Non-Football Host Expense Settlements$37,316
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$27,238
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$2,500
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$2,454
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$1,039
Memberships and Dues$740
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$332
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$4,301,631$5,177,230-$876K
FY2024$2,956,918$5,285,707-$2.3M
FY2023$1,144,678$5,034,935-$3.9M
FY2022$748,573$3,457,980-$2.7M
FY2021$1,913,953$2,642,480-$729K
FY2020$563,577$3,044,753-$2.5M

University of Colorado Boulder Women's Basketball — Financial Context

Colorado's women's basketball program generated $4.3 million in revenue in FY2025, with conference distributions from football bowl-generated revenue serving as the largest single source at $1.9 million. Against $5.2 million in expenses — led by coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses at $1.4 million — the program ran a deficit of $876,000, though its spending aligned exactly with the FBS average for the sport. Expenses have grown significantly over the past several years, nearly doubling from $2.6 million in FY2021 to current levels, reflecting sustained investment in the program that places it 35th among 78 FBS programs and

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for University of Colorado Boulder Women's Basketball?
The largest revenue category was Conference Distributions of Football Bowl Generated Revenue at $1,904,268 in FY2025.
How does University of Colorado Boulder Women's Basketball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Women's Basketball data, University of Colorado Boulder ranks 35th overall in total expenses (34th of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $5.2M.
Is University of Colorado Boulder Women's Basketball profitable?
In FY2025, University of Colorado Boulder Women's Basketball reported a net deficit of $876K.