University of Iowa Rowing Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Iowa's Rowing program reported $122K in revenue and $2.7M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.6M. The largest revenue source was In-Kind at $97K. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Rowing data, University of Iowa ranks 12th overall in total expenses (12th of 19 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.8M. University of Iowa competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$121,521
Total Expenses
$2,742,390
Net
-$2,620,869

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
In-Kind$96,712
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$19,075
Contributions$4,204
Sports Camp Revenues$1,500
Other Operating Revenue$30

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$985,606
Team Travel$617,761
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$529,056
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$200,973
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$126,039
Medical Expenses and Insurance$100,556
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$64,197
Other Operating Expenses$49,102
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$28,001
Recruiting$27,918
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$6,925
Memberships and Dues$3,150
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$1,538
Sports Camp Expenses$1,241
Game Expenses$327
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$121,521$2,742,390-$2.6M
FY2024$203,768$2,791,064-$2.6M
FY2023$269,854$2,680,516-$2.4M
FY2022$136,830$2,003,621-$1.9M
FY2021$90,048$1,472,468-$1.4M
FY2020$81,692$1,441,499-$1.4M

University of Iowa Rowing — Financial Context

Iowa's rowing program generated just $122K in revenue in FY2025, with $97K of that coming from in-kind contributions rather than cash sources, leaving the program with a $2.6M deficit against $2.7M in expenses. Athletic student aid was the program's single largest cost at $986K, representing more than a third of total expenditures. Expenses have remained relatively stable over the past three years after a notable climb from $1.4M in FY2020, and at $2.7M, the program sits just below the FBS average of $2.8M, ranking 12th among the 18 Power Four schools that sponsor the sport.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Iowa spend on Rowing?
University of Iowa Rowing reported $2,742,390 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $985,606.
How does University of Iowa Rowing spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Rowing data, University of Iowa ranks 12th overall in total expenses (12th of 19 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.8M.
How is University of Iowa Rowing funded?
Like most Power Four Rowing programs, University of Iowa funds Rowing primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.