Western Kentucky University (WKU) Football Financial Data
NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · C-USA · Data available: FY2018–FY2025
In fiscal year 2025, Western Kentucky University (WKU)'s Football program reported $11.4M in revenue and $11.4M in expenses, for a net surplus of $41K. Western Kentucky University competes in the C-USA. Financial data is available from FY2018 through FY2025.
FY2025 Overview
Total Revenue
$11,410,990
Total Expenses
$11,369,674
Net
+$41,316
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Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities
$3,241,334
Athletic Student Aid
$2,307,103
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities
$1,142,274
Team Travel
$1,023,049
Football Bowl Expenses
$827,905
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies
$605,383
Recruiting
$586,984
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)
$475,051
Other Operating Expenses
$342,359
Guarantees
$325,000
Game Expenses
$272,196
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses
$154,879
Memberships and Dues
$49,536
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion
$15,036
Medical Expenses and Insurance
$1,585
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.