Western Kentucky University (WKU) Soccer Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Western Kentucky University (WKU)'s Soccer program reported $811K in revenue and $847K in expenses, for a net deficit of $35K. The largest revenue source was Direct Institutional Support at $783K. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Soccer data, Western Kentucky University ranks 78th overall in total expenses (36th of 36 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.9M. Western Kentucky University competes in the C-USA; financial data is available from FY2018 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$811,249
Total Expenses
$846,673
Net
-$35,424

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Direct Institutional Support$782,750
Guarantees$20,000
Contributions$8,499

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$383,307
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$225,114
Team Travel$103,259
Other Operating Expenses$54,129
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$24,173
Recruiting$19,140
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$15,251
Game Expenses$10,288
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$10,027
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$1,985
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$811,249$846,673-$35K
FY2024$891,906$891,906+$0
FY2023$863,649$863,469+$180
FY2022$967,623$967,623+$0
FY2021$717,458$717,458+$0
FY2020$862,728$862,728+$0

Western Kentucky University Soccer — Financial Context

The program operates on one of the leanest budgets in FBS soccer, ranking last among all 78 programs and last among the 37 Group of Five schools in expenses, with FY2025 spending of $847K coming in well below the FBS average of $2.9M. Roughly 93 cents of every dollar in revenue comes from direct institutional support, reflecting the program's near-total dependence on university funding rather than self-generated income. The program posted a modest $35K deficit in FY2025, with athletic student aid representing the single largest expense at $383K, nearly half of the total budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Western Kentucky University spend on Soccer?
Western Kentucky University Soccer reported $846,673 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $383,307.
How does Western Kentucky University Soccer spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Soccer data, Western Kentucky University ranks 78th overall in total expenses (36th of 36 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.9M.
How is Western Kentucky University Soccer funded?
Like most Group of Five Soccer programs, Western Kentucky University funds Soccer primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.