Western Kentucky University (WKU) Track and Field Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Western Kentucky University (WKU)'s Track and Field program reported $1.2M in revenue and $1.2M in expenses, for a net surplus of $17K. The program generated $1.2M in total revenue, led by Direct Institutional Support at $1.2M. Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, Western Kentucky University ranks 71st overall in total expenses (29th of 35 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $3.9M. Western Kentucky University competes in the C-USA; financial data is available from FY2018 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$1,222,732
Total Expenses
$1,205,609
Net
+$17,123

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Direct Institutional Support$1,216,406
Contributions$6,326

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$469,732
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$264,078
Team Travel$223,970
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$114,482
Other Operating Expenses$42,506
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$38,866
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$20,918
Recruiting$18,302
Game Expenses$7,404
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$2,626
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$1,866
Memberships and Dues$666
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$193
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$1,222,732$1,205,609+$17K
FY2024$1,290,777$1,290,777+$0
FY2023$1,013,727$1,013,727+$0
FY2022$926,625$926,625+$0
FY2021$793,497$793,497+$0
FY2020$822,997$821,523+$1K

Western Kentucky University Track and Field — Financial Context

The Hilltoppers' track and field program operates on a lean $1.2 million budget, ranking 71st out of 77 FBS programs by expenses and spending just 31% of the $3.9 million FBS average. Athletic student aid represents the program's single largest expense at $470,000, while nearly all revenue comes from direct institutional support, reflecting the program's complete dependence on university funding. The program closed FY2025 with a modest $17,000 surplus, with expenses having grown roughly 50% since FY2020's $822,000 base despite a slight pullback from FY2024's $1.3 million peak.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Western Kentucky University spend on Track and Field?
Western Kentucky University Track and Field reported $1,205,609 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $469,732.
How does Western Kentucky University Track and Field spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, Western Kentucky University ranks 71st overall in total expenses (29th of 35 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $3.9M.
How is Western Kentucky University Track and Field funded?
Like most Group of Five Track and Field programs, Western Kentucky University funds Track and Field primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.