In fiscal year 2025, University of Washington (UW)'s Rowing program reported $3.4M in revenue and $5.2M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.8M. The program generated $3.4M in total revenue, led by Contributions at $2.1M. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Rowing data, University of Washington ranks 2nd overall in total expenses (2nd of 19 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.8M. University of Washington competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2019 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Contributions | $2,060,768 |
| Direct Institutional Support | $912,622 |
| Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships | $201,130 |
| Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income | $150,130 |
| NCAA Distributions | $68,534 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $21,854 |
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $62 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $1,339,437 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $945,458 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $878,061 |
| Team Travel | $510,715 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $361,473 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $293,128 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $165,013 |
| Game Expenses | $152,069 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses | $142,470 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $118,347 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses | $82,711 |
| Facilities Maintenance and Operations | $81,010 |
| Recruiting | $78,345 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $36,029 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $10,217 |
| Memberships and Dues | $1,715 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $1,677 |
| Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee | $540 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $3,415,100 | $5,198,415 | -$1.8M |
| FY2024 | $1,654,164 | $3,848,003 | -$2.2M |
| FY2023 | $1,403,439 | $3,452,350 | -$2.0M |
| FY2022 | $1,524,323 | $3,266,947 | -$1.7M |
| FY2021 | $1,125,951 | $2,500,312 | -$1.4M |
| FY2020 | $1,435,080 | $2,471,094 | -$1.0M |
Rowing at Washington carries a $5.2M expense load that ranks 2nd among all 25 FBS programs offering the sport and 2nd among Power Four schools, sitting well above the $2.8M FBS average. Those expenses have climbed sharply in recent years, rising from $3.3M in FY2022 to $5.2M in FY2025, a 58% increase in just three years. The program generated $3.4M in FY2025 revenue — driven largely by $2.1M in contributions — but still posted a $1.8M deficit against its elevated cost structure.
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