In fiscal year 2025, University of Louisville's Volleyball program reported $3.1M in revenue and $3.1M in expenses, for a net surplus of $38K. The program generated $3.1M in total revenue, led by NCAA Distributions at $2.3M. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Volleyball data, University of Louisville ranks 17th overall in total expenses (16th of 41 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.4M. University of Louisville competes in the ACC; financial data is available from FY2019 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| NCAA Distributions | $2,343,766 |
| Ticket Sales | $547,404 |
| Contributions | $126,750 |
| Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income | $51,271 |
| Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships | $20,106 |
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $5,400 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $997,250 |
| Team Travel | $545,058 |
| Athletic Student Aid | $476,035 |
| NCAA Non-Football Host Expense Settlements | $410,877 |
| Game Expenses | $124,169 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $102,244 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses | $100,000 |
| Recruiting | $74,777 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $62,886 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $45,144 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $34,857 |
| Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee | $30,000 |
| Guarantees | $24,178 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $15,562 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $6,919 |
| Memberships and Dues | $6,373 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $772 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $4 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $3,094,697 | $3,057,105 | +$38K |
| FY2024 | $602,392 | $2,953,651 | -$2.4M |
| FY2023 | $595,576 | $3,248,208 | -$2.7M |
| FY2022 | $220,488 | $2,349,499 | -$2.1M |
| FY2021 | $18,487 | $1,541,714 | -$1.5M |
| FY2020 | $233,503 | $2,024,438 | -$1.8M |
Louisville's volleyball program operates at a near-breakeven level, generating $3.1M in revenue against $3.1M in expenses for a slim $38K surplus in FY2025, with NCAA Distributions accounting for a dominant $2.3M of that revenue. At $3.1M in total expenses, the Cardinals rank 17th among 76 FBS programs and 16th among 40 Power Four schools, spending well above the FBS average of $2.4M, with coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses representing the largest cost at $997K. Expenses have roughly doubled since FY2021's $1.5M, reflecting a sustained institutional commitment to
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