In fiscal year 2025, West Virginia University (WVU)'s Baseball program reported $1.2M in revenue and $4.4M in expenses, for a net deficit of $3.3M. The program generated $1.2M in total revenue, led by Contributions at $438K. Among the 71 FBS programs reporting Baseball data, West Virginia University ranks 23rd overall in total expenses (22nd of 39 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.8M. West Virginia University competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2012 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Contributions | $437,877 |
| Ticket Sales | $399,588 |
| Sports Camp Revenues | $218,280 |
| Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl) | $62,678 |
| Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income | $53,910 |
| Guarantees | $2,000 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $1,800 |
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $500 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $765,390 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $675,630 |
| Athletic Student Aid | $619,836 |
| Team Travel | $617,164 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses | $460,625 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $270,039 |
| Game Expenses | $220,835 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses | $185,000 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $166,055 |
| Recruiting | $130,543 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $115,925 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $75,173 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $66,538 |
| Guarantees | $22,274 |
| Sports Camp Expenses | $13,313 |
| Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee | $12,790 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $10,040 |
| Facilities Maintenance and Operations | $5,207 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $709 |
| Memberships and Dues | $224 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $1,176,633 | $4,433,310 | -$3.3M |
| FY2024 | $1,667,303 | $3,815,475 | -$2.1M |
| FY2023 | $715,158 | $3,363,192 | -$2.6M |
| FY2022 | $594,043 | $2,860,781 | -$2.3M |
| FY2021 | $350,532 | $2,062,328 | -$1.7M |
| FY2020 | $242,877 | $2,063,755 | -$1.8M |
The Big 12 baseball program generated $1.2M in revenue in FY2025, led by $438K in contributions, while expenses reached $4.4M — ranking 23rd among 71 FBS programs and exceeding the FBS average of $3.8M — resulting in a $3.3M deficit. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses were the largest expense driver at $765K. Notably, program expenses have more than doubled since FY2020's $2.1M, reflecting a sustained and aggressive investment trajectory over the past five years.
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