In fiscal year 2025, University of Kentucky (UK)'s Women's Basketball program reported $1.2M in revenue and $7.6M in expenses, for a net deficit of $6.3M. The program generated $1.2M in total revenue, led by Ticket Sales at $515K. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Women's Basketball data, University of Kentucky ranks 16th overall in total expenses (15th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $5.2M. University of Kentucky competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ticket Sales | $514,805 |
| NCAA Distributions | $434,688 |
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $107,331 |
| Contributions | $100,000 |
| Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships | $74,000 |
| Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl) | $13,440 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $580 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $2,651,834 |
| Team Travel | $1,099,455 |
| Severance Payments | $962,361 |
| Athletic Student Aid | $803,690 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $423,093 |
| Recruiting | $319,568 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $265,927 |
| NCAA Non-Football Host Expense Settlements | $196,457 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $195,956 |
| Guarantees | $188,871 |
| Game Expenses | $182,040 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $87,707 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $64,118 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $57,489 |
| Memberships and Dues | $31,197 |
| Facilities Maintenance and Operations | $31,176 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses | $28,868 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $1,575 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $1,244,844 | $7,591,382 | -$6.3M |
| FY2024 | $1,103,921 | $7,043,904 | -$5.9M |
| FY2023 | $1,159,890 | $5,514,704 | -$4.4M |
| FY2022 | $1,441,349 | $4,493,216 | -$3.1M |
| FY2021 | $176,654 | $5,940,496 | -$5.8M |
| FY2020 | $411,604 | $5,644,265 | -$5.2M |
Kentucky's women's basketball program operates at a $6.3M deficit, generating $1.2M in revenue — led by $515K in ticket sales — against $7.6M in expenses, with coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses accounting for the largest share at $2.7M. At $7.6M in FY2025 spending, the Wildcats rank 16th among 78 FBS programs and 15th among 41 Power Four schools, spending well above the FBS average of $5.2M. Program expenses have grown significantly over the past four years, rising from $4.5M in FY2022 to $7.6M
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