University of Houston (UH) Golf Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Big 12 · Data available: FY2004–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University of Houston (UH)'s Golf program reported $439K in revenue and $1.6M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.2M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $314K. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, University of Houston ranks 45th overall in total expenses (40th of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M. University of Houston competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2004 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$438,739
Total Expenses
$1,596,603
Net
-$1,157,864

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$314,447
Other Operating Revenue$111,800
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$8,066
NCAA Distributions$4,426

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$523,312
Athletic Student Aid$428,245
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$175,964
Team Travel$159,898
Game Expenses$104,066
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$55,840
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$41,486
Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$38,796
Recruiting$35,309
Other Operating Expenses$14,545
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$11,344
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$5,333
Sports Camp Expenses$1,400
Memberships and Dues$845
Medical Expenses and Insurance$220
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$438,739$1,596,603-$1.2M
FY2024$631,063$1,620,375-$989K
FY2023$470,144$1,441,427-$971K
FY2022$323,558$1,368,842-$1.0M
FY2021$137,236$1,299,669-$1.2M
FY2020$177,915$1,335,041-$1.2M

University of Houston Golf — Financial Context

The golf program generated $439K in revenue in FY2025, with contributions accounting for the dominant share at $314K, while expenses reached $1.6M — led by coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses at $523K — resulting in a $1.2M deficit. At $1.6M in total spending, the program ranks 39th out of 41 Power Four programs by expenses, sitting well below the FBS average of $2.0M. Expenses have grown modestly from $1.3M in FY2020 to $1.6M in FY2025, suggesting measured but consistent investment in the program over the past five years.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Houston spend on Golf?
University of Houston Golf reported $1,596,603 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $523,312.
How does University of Houston Golf spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, University of Houston ranks 45th overall in total expenses (40th of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M.
How is University of Houston Golf funded?
Like most Power Four Golf programs, University of Houston funds Golf primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.