University of Tennessee, Knoxville Rowing Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Tennessee, Knoxville's Rowing program reported $1.2M in revenue and $6.9M in expenses, for a net deficit of $5.7M. The program generated $1.2M in total revenue, led by Direct Institutional Support at $898K. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Rowing data, University of Tennessee, Knoxville ranks 1st overall in total expenses (1st of 19 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.8M. University of Tennessee, Knoxville competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$1,185,432
Total Expenses
$6,925,730
Net
-$5,740,298

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Direct Institutional Support$897,960
Student Fees$155,660
NCAA Distributions$122,768
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$9,044

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$2,859,126
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$894,718
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$805,526
Team Travel$660,188
Medical Expenses and Insurance$426,774
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$404,546
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$347,641
Recruiting$182,443
Other Operating Expenses$182,374
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$161,592
Memberships and Dues$750
Game Expenses$52
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$1,185,432$6,925,730-$5.7M
FY2024$927,708$4,353,565-$3.4M
FY2023$253,480$3,400,755-$3.1M
FY2022$236,055$2,807,103-$2.6M
FY2021$227,483$2,218,082-$2.0M
FY2020$277,692$2,172,064-$1.9M

University of Tennessee, Knoxville Rowing — Financial Context

Tennessee's rowing program carries the heaviest financial load in FBS, with $6.9M in expenses ranking 1st among all 25 reporting programs and more than double the FBS average of $2.8M. Athletic student aid alone accounts for $2.9M of that spending, driving a $5.7M net deficit that is covered almost entirely by $898K in direct institutional support on the revenue side. Expenses have grown at a striking pace, more than tripling since FY2020's $2.2M baseline and jumping nearly $2.5M in FY2025 alone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Tennessee, Knoxville spend on Rowing?
University of Tennessee, Knoxville Rowing reported $6,925,730 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $2,859,126.
How does University of Tennessee, Knoxville Rowing spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Rowing data, University of Tennessee, Knoxville ranks 1st overall in total expenses (1st of 19 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.8M.
How is University of Tennessee, Knoxville Rowing funded?
Like most Power Four Rowing programs, University of Tennessee, Knoxville funds Rowing primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.