University of Michigan Water Polo Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Michigan's Water Polo program reported $66K in revenue and $1.8M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.7M. Like most Power Four Water Polo programs, University of Michigan generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 5 FBS programs reporting Water Polo data, University of Michigan ranks 3rd overall in total expenses (3rd of 3 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $1.9M. University of Michigan competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$66,117
Total Expenses
$1,796,714
Net
-$1,730,597

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$59,992
Contributions$5,975
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$150

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$767,182
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$382,334
Team Travel$221,834
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$129,530
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$58,402
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$54,843
Recruiting$41,004
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$40,931
Other Operating Expenses$40,641
Guarantees$31,000
Game Expenses$19,357
Memberships and Dues$5,773
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$3,883
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$66,117$1,796,714-$1.7M
FY2024$57,893$1,609,649-$1.6M
FY2023$37,597$1,721,298-$1.7M
FY2022$38,316$1,421,598-$1.4M
FY2021$46,517$1,452,522-$1.4M
FY2020$34,704$1,495,423-$1.5M

University of Michigan Water Polo — Financial Context

Michigan's water polo program generated just $66K in FY2025 revenue — nearly all of it ($60K) from restricted endowment and investment income — against $1.8M in expenses, producing a $1.7M deficit. Athletic student aid was the program's single largest cost at $767K, representing more than 40% of total expenditures. Expenses have trended upward over recent years, climbing from $1.4M in FY2022 to $1.8M in FY2025, though the program's spending remains just below the FBS average of $1.9M, ranking 3rd among the five FBS schools and 3rd among

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Michigan spend on Water Polo?
University of Michigan Water Polo reported $1,796,714 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $767,182.
How does University of Michigan Water Polo spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 5 FBS programs reporting Water Polo data, University of Michigan ranks 3rd overall in total expenses (3rd of 3 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $1.9M.
How is University of Michigan Water Polo funded?
Like most Power Four Water Polo programs, University of Michigan funds Water Polo primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.