Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT) Wrestling Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT)'s Wrestling program reported $463K in revenue and $3.0M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.5M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $265K. Among the 28 FBS programs reporting Wrestling data, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University ranks 8th overall in total expenses (8th of 20 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.7M. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University competes in the ACC; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$463,475
Total Expenses
$3,011,021
Net
-$2,547,546

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$265,191
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$98,231
NCAA Distributions$87,360
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$12,693

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$827,826
Athletic Student Aid$710,241
Team Travel$235,448
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$212,482
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$208,295
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$186,679
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$167,025
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$147,844
Recruiting$75,302
Medical Expenses and Insurance$72,124
Game Expenses$61,811
Other Operating Expenses$33,650
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$24,293
Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee$15,000
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$10,000
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$8,775
Guarantees$7,000
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$4,690
Memberships and Dues$2,536
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$463,475$3,011,021-$2.5M
FY2024$861,000$5,179,500-$4.3M
FY2023$619,888$4,070,796-$3.5M
FY2022$329,710$4,034,788-$3.7M
FY2021$90,760$2,924,408-$2.8M
FY2020$457,926$2,787,410-$2.3M

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Wrestling — Financial Context

The wrestling program generated $463K in FY2025 revenue, with contributions accounting for the majority at $265K, while expenses reached $3.0M — ranking 8th among the 28 FBS schools that sponsor the sport and above the FBS average of $2.7M. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represented the single largest expense category at $828K, contributing to an overall deficit of $2.5M. Notably, program expenses have declined significantly from a peak of $5.2M in FY2024, returning closer to levels seen earlier in the decade.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University spend on Wrestling?
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Wrestling reported $3,011,021 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $827,826.
How does Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Wrestling spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 28 FBS programs reporting Wrestling data, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University ranks 8th overall in total expenses (8th of 20 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.7M.
How is Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Wrestling funded?
Like most Power Four Wrestling programs, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University funds Wrestling primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.