University of Kansas (KU) Rowing Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Kansas (KU)'s Rowing program reported $2K in revenue and $2.6M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.6M. Like most Power Four Rowing programs, University of Kansas generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Rowing data, University of Kansas ranks 14th overall in total expenses (14th of 19 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.8M. University of Kansas competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$2,372
Total Expenses
$2,570,987
Net
-$2,568,615

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Other Operating Revenue$2,372

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$926,506
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$392,127
Team Travel$321,654
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$298,253
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$290,105
Game Expenses$105,591
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$78,817
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$54,201
Other Operating Expenses$43,395
Recruiting$34,505
Severance Payments$12,637
Memberships and Dues$7,124
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$3,969
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$1,272
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$831
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$2,372$2,570,987-$2.6M
FY2024$350$2,387,670-$2.4M
FY2023$4,150$2,233,620-$2.2M
FY2022$3,465$1,839,071-$1.8M
FY2021$0$1,355,804-$1.4M
FY2020$2,276$1,546,827-$1.5M

University of Kansas Rowing — Financial Context

The Rowing program generated just $2K in total revenue in FY2025, all from other operating sources, leaving it with a $2.6M deficit driven largely by $927K in athletic student aid. Expenses have climbed steadily from $1.4M in FY2021 to $2.6M in FY2025, reflecting consistent year-over-year cost growth across the program. At $2.6M in total spending, Kansas ranks 14th among the 25 FBS schools sponsoring Rowing and sits just below the FBS average of $2.8M.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Kansas spend on Rowing?
University of Kansas Rowing reported $2,570,987 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $926,506.
How does University of Kansas Rowing spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Rowing data, University of Kansas ranks 14th overall in total expenses (14th of 19 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.8M.
How is University of Kansas Rowing funded?
Like most Power Four Rowing programs, University of Kansas funds Rowing primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.