Washington State University (WSU) Baseball Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Pac-12 · Data available: FY2017–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, Washington State University (WSU)'s Baseball program reported $1.9M in revenue and $3.3M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.3M. The program generated $1.9M in total revenue, led by Contributions at $1.4M. Among the 71 FBS programs reporting Baseball data, Washington State University ranks 34th overall in total expenses (2nd of 32 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $3.8M. Washington State University competes in the Pac-12; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$1,934,116
Total Expenses
$3,261,288
Net
-$1,327,172

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$1,377,330
NCAA Distributions$224,840
In-Kind$120,000
Ticket Sales$81,575
Sports Camp Revenues$73,597
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$56,774

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee$749,988
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$737,150
Athletic Student Aid$561,910
Team Travel$497,695
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$166,058
Other Operating Expenses$132,073
Game Expenses$123,427
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$93,476
Recruiting$88,151
Sports Camp Expenses$69,370
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$16,789
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$12,013
Guarantees$9,500
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$1,378
Medical Expenses and Insurance$981
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$679
Memberships and Dues$650
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$1,934,116$3,261,288-$1.3M
FY2024$1,269,761$3,666,718-$2.4M
FY2023$1,978,570$3,818,813-$1.8M
FY2022$1,478,590$3,157,795-$1.7M
FY2021$1,323,193$3,013,647-$1.7M
FY2020$1,698,661$2,453,513-$755K

Washington State University Baseball — Financial Context

Washington State's baseball program generated $1.9M in revenue in FY2025, with contributions accounting for a dominant $1.4M of that total, while expenses of $3.3M — led by $750K in athletic facilities debt service, leases, and rental fees — produced a $1.3M deficit. Despite operating below the FBS average of $3.8M in program expenses, the Cougars rank 34th among 71 FBS programs and 3rd among 33 Group of Five schools in baseball spending. Program expenses have trended downward over the past two years after peaking at $3.8M in FY2023, though costs remain well

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Washington State University spend on Baseball?
Washington State University Baseball reported $3,261,288 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee at $749,988.
How does Washington State University Baseball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 71 FBS programs reporting Baseball data, Washington State University ranks 34th overall in total expenses (2nd of 32 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $3.8M.
How is Washington State University Baseball funded?
Like most Group of Five Baseball programs, Washington State University funds Baseball primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.