In fiscal year 2025, University of Louisville's Women's Basketball program reported $4.7M in revenue and $7.1M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.3M. The program generated $4.7M in total revenue, led by Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl) at $2.5M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Women's Basketball data, University of Louisville ranks 21st overall in total expenses (20th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $5.2M. University of Louisville competes in the ACC; financial data is available from FY2019 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl) | $2,540,900 |
| Ticket Sales | $925,338 |
| Contributions | $726,045 |
| NCAA Distributions | $339,328 |
| Guarantees | $100,000 |
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $72,242 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $25,291 |
| Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income | $9,784 |
| Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships | $3,568 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $2,857,283 |
| Team Travel | $1,192,825 |
| Athletic Student Aid | $993,407 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $440,628 |
| Recruiting | $315,836 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses | $232,839 |
| Game Expenses | $216,722 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $203,098 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses | $201,602 |
| Guarantees | $165,738 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $71,498 |
| Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee | $65,000 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $28,852 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $26,881 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $23,972 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $14,950 |
| Memberships and Dues | $10,269 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $4,742,496 | $7,061,400 | -$2.3M |
| FY2024 | $3,260,238 | $10,942,029 | -$7.7M |
| FY2023 | $5,782,113 | $6,949,356 | -$1.2M |
| FY2022 | $4,968,962 | $10,817,972 | -$5.8M |
| FY2021 | $3,693,638 | $7,481,438 | -$3.8M |
| FY2020 | $1,243,644 | $5,436,075 | -$4.2M |
Louisville's women's basketball program generated $4.7M in revenue against $7.1M in expenses in FY2025, resulting in a $2.3M deficit, with conference distributions ($2.5M) and coaching salaries ($2.9M) serving as the largest revenue source and expense, respectively. At $7.1M, the program's spending ranks 21st among 78 FBS schools and 20th among 41 Power Four programs, sitting well above the FBS average of $5.2M. Expenses have fluctuated significantly over the past six years, spiking to $10.9M in FY2024 and $10.8M
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