West Virginia University (WVU) Track and Field Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Big 12 · Data available: FY2012–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, West Virginia University (WVU)'s Track and Field program reported $184K in revenue and $2.0M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.8M. The largest revenue source was Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl) at $138K. Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, West Virginia University ranks 56th overall in total expenses (42nd of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $3.9M. West Virginia University competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2012 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$183,813
Total Expenses
$1,999,873
Net
-$1,816,060

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl)$138,307
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$17,807
NCAA Distributions$15,868
Sports Camp Revenues$10,612
Other Operating Revenue$1,125
Contributions$94

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$720,482
Team Travel$433,238
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$395,713
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$173,115
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$69,901
Other Operating Expenses$50,434
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$40,641
Recruiting$38,468
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$24,397
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$22,262
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$19,000
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$4,059
Game Expenses$3,862
Sports Camp Expenses$2,370
Memberships and Dues$1,811
Medical Expenses and Insurance$120
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$183,813$1,999,873-$1.8M
FY2024$228,784$1,663,637-$1.4M
FY2023$303,754$1,540,569-$1.2M
FY2022$191,350$1,489,246-$1.3M
FY2021$159,922$1,106,602-$947K
FY2020$56,958$1,174,887-$1.1M

West Virginia University Track and Field — Financial Context

West Virginia's Track and Field program generated $184K in revenue in FY2025, with conference distributions accounting for $138K of that total, while expenses reached $2.0M and produced a $1.8M deficit. Athletic student aid represented the program's single largest cost at $720K, nearly 36% of total expenditures. Despite ranking as the least expensive Track and Field program among all 41 Power Four schools at $2.0M, the program has seen its costs rise nearly 67% since FY2021's $1.2M, reflecting a steady upward spending trend.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does West Virginia University spend on Track and Field?
West Virginia University Track and Field reported $1,999,873 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $720,482.
How does West Virginia University Track and Field spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, West Virginia University ranks 56th overall in total expenses (42nd of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $3.9M.
How is West Virginia University Track and Field funded?
Like most Power Four Track and Field programs, West Virginia University funds Track and Field primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.