University of Kansas (KU) Golf Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Big 12 · Data available: FY2010–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University of Kansas (KU)'s Golf program reported $2K in revenue and $2.5M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.5M. Like most Power Four Golf programs, University of Kansas generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, University of Kansas ranks 22nd overall in total expenses (21st of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.0M. University of Kansas competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$2,000
Total Expenses
$2,477,767
Net
-$2,475,767

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Other Operating Revenue$1,850
Contributions$150

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$702,894
Athletic Student Aid$578,251
Team Travel$325,361
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$203,920
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$128,751
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$104,186
Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee$100,500
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$77,708
Recruiting$68,981
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$68,803
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$43,210
Other Operating Expenses$40,930
Memberships and Dues$20,761
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$7,278
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$5,050
Game Expenses$1,183
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$2,000$2,477,767-$2.5M
FY2024$9,210$2,262,641-$2.3M
FY2023$1,720$2,218,253-$2.2M
FY2022$6,945$1,806,613-$1.8M
FY2021$0$1,337,113-$1.3M
FY2020$0$1,617,487-$1.6M

University of Kansas Golf — Financial Context

The golf program generated just $2K in total revenue in FY2025, all from other operating sources, resulting in a $2.5M deficit that is fully absorbed by the athletic department. At $2.5M in total expenses, Kansas ranks 22nd among 76 FBS programs and 21st among 41 Power Four schools, spending well above the FBS average of $2.0M, with coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses representing the largest cost at $703K. Expenses have grown steadily and substantially, nearly doubling from $1.3M in FY2021 to $2.5M in FY2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Kansas spend on Golf?
University of Kansas Golf reported $2,477,767 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $702,894.
How does University of Kansas Golf spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, University of Kansas ranks 22nd overall in total expenses (21st of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.0M.
How is University of Kansas Golf funded?
Like most Power Four Golf programs, University of Kansas funds Golf primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.