Washington State University (WSU) Rowing Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Washington State University (WSU)'s Rowing program reported $960K in revenue and $1.5M in expenses, for a net deficit of $493K. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $393K. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Rowing data, Washington State University ranks 23rd overall in total expenses (4th of 6 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.8M. Washington State University competes in the Pac-12; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$959,743
Total Expenses
$1,452,647
Net
-$492,904

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$393,382
Direct Institutional Support$214,043
NCAA Distributions$150,064
Other Operating Revenue$118,395
In-Kind$45,000
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$38,859

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$589,429
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$359,161
Other Operating Expenses$177,748
Team Travel$155,585
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$59,442
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$47,804
Recruiting$32,797
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$11,064
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$9,122
Game Expenses$4,625
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$3,870
Memberships and Dues$1,448
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$492
Sports Camp Expenses$60
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$959,743$1,452,647-$493K
FY2024$1,055,386$1,849,328-$794K
FY2023$1,093,023$1,972,005-$879K
FY2022$1,437,498$2,009,562-$572K
FY2021$1,011,236$1,523,761-$513K
FY2020$1,128,100$1,649,611-$522K

Washington State University Rowing — Financial Context

The rowing program generated $960K in FY2025 revenue, led by $393K in contributions, but fell short of its $1.5M in expenses, resulting in a $493K deficit. Athletic student aid represented the program's single largest cost at $589K, accounting for roughly 39% of total spending. At $1.5M, the program's expenses rank 23rd out of 25 FBS rowing programs and sit well below the FBS average of $2.8M, continuing a notable downward trend from a peak of $2.0M in both FY2022 and FY2023.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Washington State University spend on Rowing?
Washington State University Rowing reported $1,452,647 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $589,429.
How does Washington State University Rowing spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Rowing data, Washington State University ranks 23rd overall in total expenses (4th of 6 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.8M.
How is Washington State University Rowing funded?
Like most Group of Five Rowing programs, Washington State University funds Rowing primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.