University of Oklahoma Wrestling Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Oklahoma's Wrestling program reported $376K in revenue and $2.2M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.9M. The largest revenue source was In-Kind at $138K. Among the 28 FBS programs reporting Wrestling data, University of Oklahoma ranks 12th overall in total expenses (12th of 20 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.7M. University of Oklahoma competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$375,873
Total Expenses
$2,236,975
Net
-$1,861,102

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
In-Kind$138,000
NCAA Distributions$90,632
Ticket Sales$63,111
Contributions$23,246
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$22,766
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$21,454
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$9,157
Media Rights$5,376
Guarantees$2,000
Other Operating Revenue$131

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$609,980
Athletic Student Aid$571,971
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$142,438
Team Travel$138,663
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$125,700
Recruiting$119,917
Medical Expenses and Insurance$119,181
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$107,811
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$83,850
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$77,660
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$65,728
Game Expenses$42,984
Other Operating Expenses$16,699
Memberships and Dues$9,293
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$5,100
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$375,873$2,236,975-$1.9M
FY2024$399,060$2,359,054-$2.0M
FY2023$527,900$2,338,088-$1.8M
FY2022$493,960$2,002,556-$1.5M
FY2021$386,728$1,855,937-$1.5M
FY2020$658,939$1,916,658-$1.3M

University of Oklahoma Wrestling — Financial Context

Oklahoma's wrestling program generated $376K in total revenue in FY2025, with in-kind contributions representing the largest source at $138K, while expenses reached $2.2M—led by $610K in coaching salaries and benefits—resulting in a $1.9M deficit. Spending ranks 12th among the 28 FBS wrestling programs and 12th among Power Four schools, though it remains below the FBS average of $2.7M. Expenses have held relatively stable over the past six years, ranging between $1.9M and $2.4M, with the FY2025 figure reflecting a modest decline from the FY2024 peak of $2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Oklahoma spend on Wrestling?
University of Oklahoma Wrestling reported $2,236,975 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $609,980.
How does University of Oklahoma Wrestling spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 28 FBS programs reporting Wrestling data, University of Oklahoma ranks 12th overall in total expenses (12th of 20 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.7M.
How is University of Oklahoma Wrestling funded?
Like most Power Four Wrestling programs, University of Oklahoma funds Wrestling primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.