University of Iowa Women's Basketball Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Iowa's Women's Basketball program reported $5.2M in revenue and $8.5M in expenses, for a net deficit of $3.3M. The program generated $5.2M in total revenue, led by Ticket Sales at $2.4M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Women's Basketball data, University of Iowa ranks 11th overall in total expenses (10th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $5.2M. University of Iowa competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$5,160,032
Total Expenses
$8,485,428
Net
-$3,325,396

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Ticket Sales$2,366,160
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$511,960
Guarantees$450,000
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$370,408
Compensation and Benefits provided by a third party$300,000
Contributions$291,838
In-Kind$205,037
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$197,348
NCAA Distributions$161,250
Media Rights$112,500
Sports Camp Revenues$99,276
Other Operating Revenue$94,255

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$3,639,402
Team Travel$1,575,618
Athletic Student Aid$772,945
Game Expenses$606,285
Other Operating Expenses$431,422
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$329,815
Recruiting$185,145
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$152,548
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$132,862
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$130,529
Guarantees$126,529
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$115,005
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$109,135
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$72,505
Medical Expenses and Insurance$62,816
Sports Camp Expenses$24,269
NCAA Non-Football Host Expense Settlements$10,118
Memberships and Dues$8,480
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$5,160,032$8,485,428-$3.3M
FY2024$6,784,595$10,293,174-$3.5M
FY2023$4,557,073$8,211,453-$3.7M
FY2022$1,993,587$5,967,007-$4.0M
FY2021$1,268,272$4,338,403-$3.1M
FY2020$1,333,613$5,483,245-$4.1M

University of Iowa Women's Basketball — Financial Context

Fueled largely by $2.4M in ticket sales, the program generated $5.2M in total revenue in FY2025, though expenses of $8.5M — led by $3.6M in coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses — produced a $3.3M deficit. At $8.5M, operating costs rank 11th among 78 FBS programs and 10th among 41 Power Four schools, sitting well above the FBS average of $5.2M. After spiking to $10.3M in FY2024, expenses have pulled back but remain significantly elevated compared to the $4.3M spent in FY2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for University of Iowa Women's Basketball?
The largest revenue category was Ticket Sales at $2,366,160 in FY2025.
How does University of Iowa Women's Basketball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Women's Basketball data, University of Iowa ranks 11th overall in total expenses (10th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $5.2M.
Is University of Iowa Women's Basketball profitable?
In FY2025, University of Iowa Women's Basketball reported a net deficit of $3.3M.