University of Michigan Wrestling Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Michigan's Wrestling program reported $544K in revenue and $3.0M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.4M. The largest revenue source was Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income at $217K. Among the 28 FBS programs reporting Wrestling data, University of Michigan ranks 9th overall in total expenses (9th of 20 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.7M. University of Michigan competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$544,258
Total Expenses
$2,980,269
Net
-$2,436,011

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$217,251
Contributions$166,360
Ticket Sales$99,992
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$29,062
NCAA Distributions$18,182
In-Kind$10,792
Direct Institutional Support$2,619

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$897,439
Athletic Student Aid$788,408
Other Operating Expenses$384,653
Team Travel$250,445
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$152,024
Recruiting$113,736
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$86,279
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$86,093
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$61,515
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$55,918
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$55,348
Game Expenses$37,512
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$8,344
Memberships and Dues$2,555
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$544,258$2,980,269-$2.4M
FY2024$432,317$2,714,963-$2.3M
FY2023$427,313$2,618,505-$2.2M
FY2022$272,594$2,037,566-$1.8M
FY2021$185,777$1,445,501-$1.3M
FY2020$227,979$1,670,848-$1.4M

University of Michigan Wrestling — Financial Context

Michigan's wrestling program operates at a $2.4M deficit, generating $544K in revenue against $3.0M in expenses, with Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investment Income serving as the top revenue source at $217K. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represent the program's largest cost at $897K, driving total expenses that rank 9th among 28 FBS programs and above the FBS average of $2.7M. Program spending has grown significantly over the past five years, more than doubling from $1.4M in FY2021 to $3.0M in FY2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Michigan spend on Wrestling?
University of Michigan Wrestling reported $2,980,269 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $897,439.
How does University of Michigan Wrestling spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 28 FBS programs reporting Wrestling data, University of Michigan ranks 9th overall in total expenses (9th of 20 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.7M.
How is University of Michigan Wrestling funded?
Like most Power Four Wrestling programs, University of Michigan funds Wrestling primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.