Western Kentucky University (WKU) Tennis Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Western Kentucky University (WKU)'s Tennis program reported $398K in revenue and $405K in expenses, for a net deficit of $7K. The largest revenue source was Direct Institutional Support at $389K. Among the 73 FBS programs reporting Tennis data, Western Kentucky University ranks 73rd overall in total expenses (31st of 31 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $1.8M. Western Kentucky University competes in the C-USA; financial data is available from FY2018 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$397,637
Total Expenses
$404,559
Net
-$6,922

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Direct Institutional Support$388,651
Contributions$8,786
Guarantees$200

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$212,441
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$88,928
Team Travel$33,555
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$25,621
Game Expenses$15,564
Other Operating Expenses$12,842
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$5,791
Memberships and Dues$4,099
Recruiting$4,049
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$1,669
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$397,637$404,559-$7K
FY2024$439,048$439,048+$0
FY2023$364,672$364,671+$1
FY2022$342,381$342,381+$0
FY2021$363,726$363,726+$0
FY2020$372,233$372,233+$0

Western Kentucky University Tennis — Financial Context

The Tennis program at Western Kentucky University operates on one of the leanest budgets in FBS, ranking 73rd out of 73 programs in expenses at just $405K — well below the FBS average of $1.8M — and last among all 32 Group of Five schools. Nearly all of the program's $398K in revenue comes from Direct Institutional Support ($389K), reflecting its heavy reliance on the athletic department rather than any self-generated income. The program posted a modest $7K deficit in FY2025, with Athletic Student Aid representing the largest single expense at $212K, while overall spending has remained relatively flat over the past six years, ranging between $342K and

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Western Kentucky University spend on Tennis?
Western Kentucky University Tennis reported $404,559 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $212,441.
How does Western Kentucky University Tennis spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 73 FBS programs reporting Tennis data, Western Kentucky University ranks 73rd overall in total expenses (31st of 31 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $1.8M.
How is Western Kentucky University Tennis funded?
Like most Group of Five Tennis programs, Western Kentucky University funds Tennis primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.