University of Iowa Men's Basketball Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Iowa's Men's Basketball program reported $16.7M in revenue and $13.3M in expenses, for a net surplus of $3.4M. The program generated $16.7M in total revenue, led by Media Rights at $6.6M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Men's Basketball data, University of Iowa ranks 27th overall in total expenses (26th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $10.2M. University of Iowa competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$16,726,308
Total Expenses
$13,292,249
Net
+$3,434,059

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Media Rights$6,600,001
NCAA Distributions$3,199,422
Ticket Sales$2,834,456
Indirect Institutional Support$2,198,923
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$440,462
Guarantees$350,000
In-Kind$317,388
Other Operating Revenue$252,875
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$224,797
Sports Camp Revenues$191,505
Contributions$116,479

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$5,333,640
Indirect Institutional Support$2,198,923
Team Travel$1,223,109
Game Expenses$893,130
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$819,362
Guarantees$718,000
Athletic Student Aid$649,583
Recruiting$547,144
Other Operating Expenses$295,213
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$209,085
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$124,850
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$119,580
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$79,235
Sports Camp Expenses$55,246
Medical Expenses and Insurance$24,597
Memberships and Dues$1,552
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$16,726,308$13,292,249+$3.4M
FY2024$12,305,057$11,424,802+$880K
FY2023$12,597,994$10,693,231+$1.9M
FY2022$12,386,660$10,277,054+$2.1M
FY2021$4,538,529$7,174,148-$2.6M
FY2020$9,313,507$8,857,034+$456K

University of Iowa Men's Basketball — Financial Context

Powered largely by $6.6 million in media rights revenue, the Hawkeyes' men's basketball program generated $16.7 million in total revenue against $13.3 million in expenses in FY2025, producing a $3.4 million surplus. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represent the program's single largest cost at $5.3 million, contributing to an expense total that ranks 27th among 78 FBS programs and sits well above the $10.2 million FBS average. Program spending has grown steadily over recent years, rising from $10.3 million in FY2022 to $13.3 million in F

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for University of Iowa Men's Basketball?
The largest revenue category was Media Rights at $6,600,001 in FY2025.
How does University of Iowa Men's Basketball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Men's Basketball data, University of Iowa ranks 27th overall in total expenses (26th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $10.2M.
Is University of Iowa Men's Basketball profitable?
In FY2025, University of Iowa Men's Basketball reported a net surplus of $3.4M.