University of Louisville Baseball Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · ACC · Data available: FY2019–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University of Louisville's Baseball program reported $1.1M in revenue and $5.7M in expenses, for a net deficit of $4.5M. The program generated $1.1M in total revenue, led by NCAA Distributions at $657K. Among the 71 FBS programs reporting Baseball data, University of Louisville ranks 15th overall in total expenses (14th of 39 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.8M. University of Louisville competes in the ACC; financial data is available from FY2019 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$1,118,307
Total Expenses
$5,657,261
Net
-$4,538,954

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
NCAA Distributions$656,756
Ticket Sales$285,639
Contributions$161,751
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$8,961
Other Operating Revenue$5,200

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$2,564,929
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$814,726
Athletic Student Aid$621,043
Team Travel$324,428
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$258,275
Other Operating Expenses$198,906
Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee$183,066
Game Expenses$142,318
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$93,350
NCAA Non-Football Host Expense Settlements$86,893
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$82,197
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$75,728
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$69,194
Recruiting$56,645
Guarantees$47,150
Memberships and Dues$11,710
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$9,810
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$7,064
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$5,979
Medical Expenses and Insurance$3,850
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$1,118,307$5,657,261-$4.5M
FY2024$464,472$5,591,981-$5.1M
FY2023$403,324$4,995,016-$4.6M
FY2022$461,790$5,204,574-$4.7M
FY2021$162,418$3,593,067-$3.4M
FY2020$238,645$4,164,385-$3.9M

University of Louisville Baseball — Financial Context

Louisville's baseball program operates at a $4.5 million deficit, generating $1.1 million in revenue — led by $657K in NCAA Distributions — against $5.7 million in expenses. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses account for nearly half of that spending at $2.6 million, driving total program costs well above the FBS average of $3.8 million and ranking 15th out of 71 FBS programs in expenses. That investment has grown steadily, with expenses climbing from $5.0 million in FY2023 to $5.7 million in FY2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for University of Louisville Baseball?
The largest revenue category was NCAA Distributions at $656,756 in FY2025.
How does University of Louisville Baseball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 71 FBS programs reporting Baseball data, University of Louisville ranks 15th overall in total expenses (14th of 39 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.8M.
Is University of Louisville Baseball profitable?
In FY2025, University of Louisville Baseball reported a net deficit of $4.5M.