University of Michigan Men's Basketball Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Big Ten · Data available: FY2017–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University of Michigan's Men's Basketball program reported $22.9M in revenue and $14.4M in expenses, for a net surplus of $8.5M. The program generated $22.9M in total revenue, led by Media Rights at $9.4M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Men's Basketball data, University of Michigan ranks 20th overall in total expenses (19th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $10.2M. University of Michigan competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$22,863,768
Total Expenses
$14,358,515
Net
+$8,505,253

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Media Rights$9,418,622
Ticket Sales$5,094,408
NCAA Distributions$3,883,878
Contributions$3,067,439
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$576,864
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$528,766
Guarantees$145,842
In-Kind$85,034
Other Operating Revenue$62,915

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$7,366,833
Team Travel$1,606,272
Athletic Student Aid$1,100,461
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$658,536
Recruiting$656,109
Game Expenses$543,450
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$475,875
Guarantees$455,000
Other Operating Expenses$409,095
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$390,403
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$263,514
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$237,500
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$143,676
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$50,960
Memberships and Dues$831
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$22,863,768$14,358,515+$8.5M
FY2024$20,950,125$15,815,200+$5.1M
FY2023$20,902,365$12,098,266+$8.8M
FY2022$21,141,253$10,733,046+$10.4M
FY2021$11,479,562$7,178,783+$4.3M
FY2020$17,434,098$7,469,435+$10.0M

University of Michigan Men's Basketball — Financial Context

Michigan's men's basketball program generated $22.9M in revenue against $14.4M in expenses in FY2025, producing an $8.5M surplus driven largely by $9.4M in media rights income. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represented the program's single largest cost at $7.4M, accounting for more than half of total expenses. At $14.4M, the Wolverines ranked 20th among 78 FBS programs in spending — well above the $10.2M FBS average — though expenses have pulled back from a recent peak of $15.8M in FY2024.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for University of Michigan Men's Basketball?
The largest revenue category was Media Rights at $9,418,622 in FY2025.
How does University of Michigan Men's Basketball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Men's Basketball data, University of Michigan ranks 20th overall in total expenses (19th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $10.2M.
Is University of Michigan Men's Basketball profitable?
In FY2025, University of Michigan Men's Basketball reported a net surplus of $8.5M.