University of Nevada, Las Vegas Men's Basketball Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Mountain West · Data available: FY2017–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University of Nevada, Las Vegas's Men's Basketball program reported $5.9M in revenue and $5.3M in expenses, for a net surplus of $580K. The program generated $5.9M in total revenue, led by Ticket Sales at $3.2M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Men's Basketball data, University of Nevada, Las Vegas ranks 52nd overall in total expenses (10th of 36 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $10.2M. University of Nevada, Las Vegas competes in the Mountain West; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$5,914,946
Total Expenses
$5,334,630
Net
+$580,316

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Ticket Sales$3,205,040
Media Rights$1,379,968
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$371,091
Contributions$294,580
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$245,162
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$236,947
In-Kind$81,960
Direct Institutional Support$68,878
NCAA Distributions$31,320

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$2,421,923
Athletic Student Aid$639,200
Team Travel$552,363
Other Operating Expenses$543,498
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$461,880
Recruiting$315,327
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$180,349
Severance Payments$107,757
Game Expenses$67,235
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$17,992
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$12,299
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$10,532
Guarantees$3,000
Memberships and Dues$1,275
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$5,914,946$5,334,630+$580K
FY2024$6,847,207$5,278,197+$1.6M
FY2023$6,112,443$5,290,062+$822K
FY2022$8,591,089$5,088,663+$3.5M
FY2021$1,787,364$4,787,111-$3.0M
FY2020$6,863,165$5,630,536+$1.2M

University of Nevada, Las Vegas Men's Basketball — Financial Context

The men's basketball program generated $5.9M in revenue against $5.3M in expenses in FY2025, producing a $580K surplus, with ticket sales driving the majority of revenue at $3.2M and coaching salaries accounting for $2.4M of spending. At $5.3M, total expenses rank 52nd among 78 FBS programs and 11th among 37 Group of Five schools, sitting well below the FBS average of $10.2M. Spending has remained remarkably stable over recent years, holding at $5.3M for three consecutive fiscal years after a modest climb from $4.8M in FY2021.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for University of Nevada, Las Vegas Men's Basketball?
The largest revenue category was Ticket Sales at $3,205,040 in FY2025.
How does University of Nevada, Las Vegas Men's Basketball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Men's Basketball data, University of Nevada, Las Vegas ranks 52nd overall in total expenses (10th of 36 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $10.2M.
Is University of Nevada, Las Vegas Men's Basketball profitable?
In FY2025, University of Nevada, Las Vegas Men's Basketball reported a net surplus of $580K.