University of Oklahoma Rowing Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · SEC · Data available: FY2010–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University of Oklahoma's Rowing program reported $487K in revenue and $3.9M in expenses, for a net deficit of $3.4M. The largest revenue source was NCAA Distributions at $199K. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Rowing data, University of Oklahoma ranks 3rd overall in total expenses (3rd of 19 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.8M. University of Oklahoma competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$486,683
Total Expenses
$3,936,036
Net
-$3,449,353

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
NCAA Distributions$198,756
In-Kind$181,000
Contributions$106,927

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$1,553,930
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$675,818
Team Travel$569,713
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$378,429
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$226,336
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$170,726
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$150,450
Medical Expenses and Insurance$77,732
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$61,087
Recruiting$58,088
Other Operating Expenses$11,278
Memberships and Dues$1,050
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$719
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$543
Game Expenses$137
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$486,683$3,936,036-$3.4M
FY2024$609,665$3,281,656-$2.7M
FY2023$597,513$3,655,621-$3.1M
FY2022$512,522$3,229,560-$2.7M
FY2021$640,452$2,818,485-$2.2M
FY2020$460,445$2,917,293-$2.5M

University of Oklahoma Rowing — Financial Context

Oklahoma's rowing program operates at a significant financial loss, generating just $487K in revenue against $3.9M in expenses in FY2025, resulting in a $3.4M deficit. Athletic student aid is the program's largest cost driver at $1.6M, while the program's total spending ranks 3rd among all 25 FBS rowing programs and 3rd among Power Four schools, sitting well above the FBS average of $2.8M. Expenses have trended upward over the past two years, climbing from $3.3M in FY2024 to $3.9M in FY2025 after previously dipping to $3.2M in

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Oklahoma spend on Rowing?
University of Oklahoma Rowing reported $3,936,036 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $1,553,930.
How does University of Oklahoma Rowing spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Rowing data, University of Oklahoma ranks 3rd overall in total expenses (3rd of 19 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.8M.
How is University of Oklahoma Rowing funded?
Like most Power Four Rowing programs, University of Oklahoma funds Rowing primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.