Washington State University (WSU) Swimming and Diving Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Washington State University (WSU)'s Swimming and Diving program reported $1.5M in revenue and $2.1M in expenses, for a net deficit of $565K. The program generated $1.5M in total revenue, led by Other Operating Revenue at $447K. Among the 56 FBS programs reporting Swimming and Diving data, Washington State University ranks 27th overall in total expenses (1st of 23 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.7M. Washington State University competes in the Pac-12; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$1,537,490
Total Expenses
$2,102,282
Net
-$564,792

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Other Operating Revenue$447,462
Direct Institutional Support$353,051
Contributions$330,642
NCAA Distributions$148,654
Sports Camp Revenues$133,485
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$99,196
In-Kind$25,000

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$724,909
NCAA Non-Football Host Expense Settlements$628,231
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$251,517
Team Travel$117,282
Sports Camp Expenses$108,223
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$106,245
Other Operating Expenses$65,811
Recruiting$36,434
Game Expenses$20,104
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$15,511
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$10,378
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$7,724
Medical Expenses and Insurance$4,833
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$3,693
Memberships and Dues$759
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$628
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$1,537,490$2,102,282-$565K
FY2024$976,466$1,457,740-$481K
FY2023$918,040$1,626,688-$709K
FY2022$1,100,696$1,561,323-$461K
FY2021$705,647$1,054,807-$349K
FY2020$858,004$1,418,614-$561K

Washington State University Swimming and Diving — Financial Context

The Swimming and Diving program generated $1.5M in revenue against $2.1M in expenses in FY2025, resulting in a $565K deficit, with athletic student aid representing the largest expense category at $725K. Despite operating below the FBS average of $2.7M in program expenses, Washington State ranked 27th overall among FBS schools and first among all 23 Group of Five programs in Swimming and Diving spending. Expenses rose notably from $1.5M in FY2024 to $2.1M in FY2025, marking the program's highest spending level across the six-year period tracked.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Washington State University spend on Swimming and Diving?
Washington State University Swimming and Diving reported $2,102,282 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $724,909.
How does Washington State University Swimming and Diving spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 56 FBS programs reporting Swimming and Diving data, Washington State University ranks 27th overall in total expenses (1st of 23 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.7M.
How is Washington State University Swimming and Diving funded?
Like most Group of Five Swimming and Diving programs, Washington State University funds Swimming and Diving primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.