Washington State University (WSU) Golf Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Washington State University (WSU)'s Golf program reported $843K in revenue and $1.5M in expenses, for a net deficit of $664K. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $492K. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, Washington State University ranks 49th overall in total expenses (9th of 34 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M. Washington State University competes in the Pac-12; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$843,425
Total Expenses
$1,507,191
Net
-$663,766

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$492,389
NCAA Distributions$148,634
Direct Institutional Support$101,760
In-Kind$50,000
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$48,542
Other Operating Revenue$2,100

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$473,562
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$371,945
Team Travel$228,107
Other Operating Expenses$171,768
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$82,855
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$72,400
Recruiting$40,508
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$18,162
Memberships and Dues$17,477
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$15,208
Game Expenses$6,324
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$5,148
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$3,637
Medical Expenses and Insurance$90
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$843,425$1,507,191-$664K
FY2024$891,343$1,541,764-$650K
FY2023$693,577$1,541,233-$848K
FY2022$656,006$1,244,789-$589K
FY2021$618,223$1,209,614-$591K
FY2020$819,862$1,375,753-$556K

Washington State University Golf — Financial Context

The golf program generated $843K in total revenue in FY2025, with contributions accounting for the majority at $492K, while $1.5M in expenses produced a $664K deficit. Athletic student aid represented the program's single largest expense at $474K, reflecting a significant scholarship commitment to the roster. Spending has remained notably consistent, holding at $1.5M for three straight fiscal years after stepping up from the $1.2M range seen in FY2021 and FY2022, placing the program 49th among 76 FBS schools and 10th among 35 Group of Five programs by expenditures.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Washington State University spend on Golf?
Washington State University Golf reported $1,507,191 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $473,562.
How does Washington State University Golf spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, Washington State University ranks 49th overall in total expenses (9th of 34 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M.
How is Washington State University Golf funded?
Like most Group of Five Golf programs, Washington State University funds Golf primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.