Western Kentucky University (WKU) Golf Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · C-USA · Data available: FY2018–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, Western Kentucky University (WKU)'s Golf program reported $751K in revenue and $747K in expenses, for a net surplus of $4K. The largest revenue source was Direct Institutional Support at $668K. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, Western Kentucky University ranks 71st overall in total expenses (29th of 34 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M. Western Kentucky University competes in the C-USA; financial data is available from FY2018 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$751,002
Total Expenses
$746,745
Net
+$4,257

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Direct Institutional Support$667,551
Contributions$76,351
Other Operating Revenue$7,100

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$252,205
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$197,985
Team Travel$128,756
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$89,556
Game Expenses$22,261
Other Operating Expenses$13,432
Recruiting$11,567
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$10,101
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$9,200
Memberships and Dues$6,966
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$2,100
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$1,707
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$909
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$751,002$746,745+$4K
FY2024$768,933$768,933+$0
FY2023$650,575$650,574+$1
FY2022$646,426$645,651+$775
FY2021$587,284$587,284+$0
FY2020$532,675$532,675+$0

Western Kentucky University Golf — Financial Context

The golf program operated with a razor-thin surplus of just $4K in FY2025, with $751K in revenue driven almost entirely by Direct Institutional Support ($668K) against $747K in expenses led by Athletic Student Aid at $252K. At $747K in total expenses, the program ranks 71st out of 76 FBS programs and 30th among 35 Group of Five schools, spending well below the FBS average of $2.0M. Expenses have trended upward over the past five years, growing from $533K in FY2020 to their current level, reflecting a modest but consistent investment in the program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Western Kentucky University spend on Golf?
Western Kentucky University Golf reported $746,745 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $252,205.
How does Western Kentucky University Golf spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, Western Kentucky University ranks 71st overall in total expenses (29th of 34 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M.
How is Western Kentucky University Golf funded?
Like most Group of Five Golf programs, Western Kentucky University funds Golf primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.