University of Louisville Swimming and Diving Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Louisville's Swimming and Diving program reported $338K in revenue and $3.3M in expenses, for a net deficit of $3.0M. The largest revenue source was NCAA Distributions at $220K. Among the 56 FBS programs reporting Swimming and Diving data, University of Louisville ranks 18th overall in total expenses (18th of 33 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.7M. University of Louisville competes in the ACC; financial data is available from FY2019 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$338,047
Total Expenses
$3,293,218
Net
-$2,955,171

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
NCAA Distributions$219,688
Contributions$101,547
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$11,667
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$3,500
Other Operating Revenue$1,645

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$992,111
Athletic Student Aid$972,530
Team Travel$517,816
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$167,374
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$117,114
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$96,719
Recruiting$90,009
Game Expenses$77,484
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$67,910
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$63,277
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$56,992
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$37,568
Other Operating Expenses$27,872
Memberships and Dues$7,790
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$652
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$338,047$3,293,218-$3.0M
FY2024$42,797$3,388,979-$3.3M
FY2023$60,074$3,072,914-$3.0M
FY2022$50,710$3,232,080-$3.2M
FY2021$29,530$2,530,502-$2.5M
FY2020$31,300$2,748,596-$2.7M

University of Louisville Swimming and Diving — Financial Context

Louisville's Swimming and Diving program generated $338K in revenue in FY2025—led by $220K in NCAA Distributions—against $3.3M in expenses, producing a $3.0M deficit. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represented the program's single largest cost at $992K, driving total spending well above the FBS average of $2.7M and ranking 18th among all 56 FBS programs in expenses. Spending has remained relatively stable over the past four years, hovering between $3.1M and $3.4M after a notable jump from the $2.5M recorded in FY2021.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Louisville spend on Swimming and Diving?
University of Louisville Swimming and Diving reported $3,293,218 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $992,111.
How does University of Louisville Swimming and Diving spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 56 FBS programs reporting Swimming and Diving data, University of Louisville ranks 18th overall in total expenses (18th of 33 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.7M.
How is University of Louisville Swimming and Diving funded?
Like most Power Four Swimming and Diving programs, University of Louisville funds Swimming and Diving primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.