University of Wisconsin-Madison Volleyball Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Wisconsin-Madison's Volleyball program reported $4.2M in revenue and $5.3M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.2M. The program generated $4.2M in total revenue, led by Ticket Sales at $2.3M. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Volleyball data, University of Wisconsin-Madison ranks 4th overall in total expenses (4th of 41 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.4M. University of Wisconsin-Madison competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$4,170,380
Total Expenses
$5,339,960
Net
-$1,169,580

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Ticket Sales$2,256,244
Sports Camp Revenues$858,708
Contributions$518,968
Direct Institutional Support$286,625
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$186,693
NCAA Distributions$51,874
Other Operating Revenue$11,268

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$1,248,039
Team Travel$1,043,573
Athletic Student Aid$813,338
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$675,689
Sports Camp Expenses$489,591
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$219,167
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$191,824
Game Expenses$161,755
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$146,660
Recruiting$109,626
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$97,763
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$87,588
Other Operating Expenses$28,847
Guarantees$25,000
Medical Expenses and Insurance$1,500
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$4,170,380$5,339,960-$1.2M
FY2024$3,505,425$4,679,469-$1.2M
FY2023$3,215,324$4,489,745-$1.3M
FY2022$1,874,653$3,364,639-$1.5M
FY2021$998,128$3,641,189-$2.6M
FY2020$2,042,718$6,269,641-$4.2M

University of Wisconsin-Madison Volleyball — Financial Context

Wisconsin-Madison's volleyball program generated $4.2M in revenue in FY2025, driven primarily by $2.3M in ticket sales, reflecting strong fan support for the program. At $5.3M in total expenses — with coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses accounting for $1.2M — the Badgers rank 4th in spending among all 76 FBS volleyball programs and 4th among Power Four schools, spending more than double the FBS average of $2.4M. Despite that revenue base, the program ran a $1.2M deficit in FY2025, with expenses having risen steadily from $3.4M in FY2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for University of Wisconsin-Madison Volleyball?
The largest revenue category was Ticket Sales at $2,256,244 in FY2025.
How does University of Wisconsin-Madison Volleyball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Volleyball data, University of Wisconsin-Madison ranks 4th overall in total expenses (4th of 41 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.4M.
Is University of Wisconsin-Madison Volleyball profitable?
In FY2025, University of Wisconsin-Madison Volleyball reported a net deficit of $1.2M.