University of Tennessee, Knoxville Tennis Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Tennessee, Knoxville's Tennis program reported $522K in revenue and $4.0M in expenses, for a net deficit of $3.5M. The largest revenue source was Direct Institutional Support at $245K. Among the 73 FBS programs reporting Tennis data, University of Tennessee, Knoxville ranks 2nd overall in total expenses (2nd of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $1.8M. University of Tennessee, Knoxville competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$521,846
Total Expenses
$4,034,337
Net
-$3,512,491

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Direct Institutional Support$245,181
NCAA Distributions$153,808
Sports Camp Revenues$57,017
Student Fees$33,019
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$25,429
Contributions$4,181
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$3,211

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$1,159,527
Athletic Student Aid$1,032,918
Team Travel$617,429
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$233,197
Other Operating Expenses$225,177
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$166,705
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$165,924
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$140,082
Recruiting$115,139
Game Expenses$91,698
Medical Expenses and Insurance$86,216
Memberships and Dues$325
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$521,846$4,034,337-$3.5M
FY2024$412,849$4,006,693-$3.6M
FY2023$200,996$3,912,944-$3.7M
FY2022$209,833$2,930,448-$2.7M
FY2021$150,918$2,291,464-$2.1M
FY2020$153,987$2,259,896-$2.1M

University of Tennessee, Knoxville Tennis — Financial Context

Tennessee's tennis program operates at a $3.5M deficit, generating $522K in revenue—led by $245K in Direct Institutional Support—against $4.0M in expenses, with coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses accounting for the largest share at $1.2M. At $4.0M in total spending, the Volunteers rank 2nd among all 73 FBS tennis programs and 2nd among Power Four schools, spending more than double the FBS average of $1.8M. Program expenses have surged 74% since FY2020, climbing from $2.3M to $4.0M over five years, reflecting a sustained and significant investment

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Tennessee, Knoxville spend on Tennis?
University of Tennessee, Knoxville Tennis reported $4,034,337 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $1,159,527.
How does University of Tennessee, Knoxville Tennis spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 73 FBS programs reporting Tennis data, University of Tennessee, Knoxville ranks 2nd overall in total expenses (2nd of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $1.8M.
How is University of Tennessee, Knoxville Tennis funded?
Like most Power Four Tennis programs, University of Tennessee, Knoxville funds Tennis primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.