In fiscal year 2025, University of Kentucky (UK)'s Soccer program reported $500K in revenue and $4.9M in expenses, for a net deficit of $4.4M. The largest revenue source was Sports Camp Revenues at $270K. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Soccer data, University of Kentucky ranks 10th overall in total expenses (10th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.9M. University of Kentucky competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Sports Camp Revenues | $269,610 |
| NCAA Distributions | $70,748 |
| Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships | $64,000 |
| Ticket Sales | $48,661 |
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $25,175 |
| Contributions | $22,000 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $152 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $1,498,112 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $1,361,646 |
| Team Travel | $549,185 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $325,935 |
| Recruiting | $194,341 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $191,530 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $153,841 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $129,100 |
| Severance Payments | $91,106 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses | $77,291 |
| Sports Camp Expenses | $65,427 |
| Game Expenses | $62,905 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $52,445 |
| Guarantees | $39,000 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $34,285 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses | $26,648 |
| NCAA Non-Football Host Expense Settlements | $17,690 |
| Facilities Maintenance and Operations | $7,074 |
| Memberships and Dues | $5,252 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $678 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $500,346 | $4,883,491 | -$4.4M |
| FY2024 | $514,303 | $4,294,428 | -$3.8M |
| FY2023 | $400,341 | $3,916,099 | -$3.5M |
| FY2022 | $274,080 | $3,552,933 | -$3.3M |
| FY2021 | $110,007 | $2,769,791 | -$2.7M |
| FY2020 | $326,169 | $3,181,947 | -$2.9M |
Kentucky's soccer program operates at a $4.4M deficit, generating just $500K in revenue — led by $270K in sports camp revenues — against $4.9M in expenses, with athletic student aid representing the largest cost at $1.5M. The program ranks 10th most expensive among 78 FBS soccer programs and 10th among 41 Power Four schools, spending well above the FBS average of $2.9M. Expenses have grown steadily from $2.8M in FY2021 to $4.9M in FY2025, reflecting a significant and accelerating financial investment in the program.
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