University of Kentucky (UK) Golf Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Kentucky (UK)'s Golf program reported $295K in revenue and $2.0M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.7M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $229K. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, University of Kentucky ranks 33rd overall in total expenses (32nd of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.0M. University of Kentucky competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$294,626
Total Expenses
$1,997,799
Net
-$1,703,173

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$229,000
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$40,000
Sports Camp Revenues$17,355
Other Operating Revenue$6,756
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$1,515

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$823,974
Athletic Student Aid$589,256
Team Travel$211,670
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$129,361
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$118,445
Other Operating Expenses$33,687
Recruiting$33,643
Medical Expenses and Insurance$18,840
Game Expenses$11,885
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$8,617
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$5,806
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$5,064
Memberships and Dues$3,804
Sports Camp Expenses$3,262
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$359
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$126
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$294,626$1,997,799-$1.7M
FY2024$213,710$2,054,222-$1.8M
FY2023$259,659$1,788,251-$1.5M
FY2022$127,911$1,674,007-$1.5M
FY2021$53,690$1,462,026-$1.4M
FY2020$39,135$1,473,744-$1.4M

University of Kentucky Golf — Financial Context

The Kentucky golf program generated $295K in revenue in FY2025, with contributions accounting for a dominant $229K — or roughly 78% — of that total. Against $2.0M in expenses, headlined by $824K in coaching salaries and benefits, the program ran a $1.7M deficit for the year. Despite that gap, Kentucky's spending ranks 33rd among 76 FBS programs and sits right at the FBS average of $2.0M, though expenses have climbed nearly 33% since FY2020's $1.5M baseline.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Kentucky spend on Golf?
University of Kentucky Golf reported $1,997,799 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $823,974.
How does University of Kentucky Golf spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, University of Kentucky ranks 33rd overall in total expenses (32nd of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.0M.
How is University of Kentucky Golf funded?
Like most Power Four Golf programs, University of Kentucky funds Golf primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.