University of Iowa Golf Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Iowa's Golf program reported $209K in revenue and $1.7M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.5M. The largest revenue source was In-Kind at $115K. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, University of Iowa ranks 41st overall in total expenses (38th of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M. University of Iowa competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$208,834
Total Expenses
$1,688,838
Net
-$1,480,004

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
In-Kind$114,660
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$43,889
Other Operating Revenue$29,450
Contributions$20,835

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$496,720
Athletic Student Aid$495,316
Team Travel$263,046
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$107,408
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$88,235
Game Expenses$77,660
Recruiting$52,942
Other Operating Expenses$45,695
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$27,907
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$22,354
Medical Expenses and Insurance$5,894
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$3,687
Memberships and Dues$1,594
Sports Camp Expenses$380
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$208,834$1,688,838-$1.5M
FY2024$269,191$1,716,695-$1.4M
FY2023$378,452$1,695,590-$1.3M
FY2022$209,140$1,510,040-$1.3M
FY2021$537,473$1,223,378-$686K
FY2020$261,650$1,319,922-$1.1M

University of Iowa Golf — Financial Context

The golf program generated $209K in revenue in FY2025, with in-kind contributions accounting for the majority at $115K, while expenses reached $1.7M — led by coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses at $497K — resulting in a $1.5M deficit. At $1.7M in total spending, Iowa ranks 37th among 41 Power Four programs and sits below the FBS average of $2.0M. Expenses have held relatively flat over the past three years after climbing from $1.2M in FY2021, suggesting the program has stabilized its cost structure at its current level.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Iowa spend on Golf?
University of Iowa Golf reported $1,688,838 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $496,720.
How does University of Iowa Golf spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, University of Iowa ranks 41st overall in total expenses (38th of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M.
How is University of Iowa Golf funded?
Like most Power Four Golf programs, University of Iowa funds Golf primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.