University of Minnesota Wrestling Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Big Ten · Data available: FY2018–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University of Minnesota's Wrestling program reported $743K in revenue and $2.3M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.5M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $383K. Among the 28 FBS programs reporting Wrestling data, University of Minnesota ranks 11th overall in total expenses (11th of 20 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.7M. University of Minnesota competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2018 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$742,986
Total Expenses
$2,252,885
Net
-$1,509,899

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$382,732
Ticket Sales$243,560
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$54,158
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$41,896
NCAA Distributions$20,640

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$814,197
Athletic Student Aid$434,722
Team Travel$226,926
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$181,823
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$95,484
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$95,142
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$91,218
Recruiting$77,936
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$62,915
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$57,399
Other Operating Expenses$38,827
Game Expenses$38,078
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$23,848
Guarantees$6,500
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$5,095
Memberships and Dues$2,775
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$742,986$2,252,885-$1.5M
FY2024$425,625$1,929,902-$1.5M
FY2023$369,801$1,935,783-$1.6M
FY2022$249,130$1,508,461-$1.3M
FY2021$76,230$1,208,868-$1.1M
FY2020$238,227$1,430,980-$1.2M

University of Minnesota Wrestling — Financial Context

The wrestling program generated $743K in revenue in FY2025, with contributions accounting for the largest share at $383K, while expenses reached $2.3M — led by coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses at $814K — resulting in a $1.5M deficit. Spending has risen significantly over the past five years, climbing from $1.2M in FY2021 to $2.3M in FY2025, though the program still ranks 11th among the 28 FBS schools that sponsor wrestling in terms of total expenditures. At $2.3M, Minnesota's wrestling expenses fall below the FBS average of $2.7M, suggesting

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Minnesota spend on Wrestling?
University of Minnesota Wrestling reported $2,252,885 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $814,197.
How does University of Minnesota Wrestling spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 28 FBS programs reporting Wrestling data, University of Minnesota ranks 11th overall in total expenses (11th of 20 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.7M.
How is University of Minnesota Wrestling funded?
Like most Power Four Wrestling programs, University of Minnesota funds Wrestling primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.