Western Michigan University (WMU) Golf Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · MAC · Data available: FY2017–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, Western Michigan University (WMU)'s Golf program reported $117K in revenue and $453K in expenses, for a net deficit of $337K. The largest revenue source was Guarantees at $63K. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, Western Michigan University ranks 75th overall in total expenses (33rd of 34 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M. Western Michigan University competes in the MAC; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$116,744
Total Expenses
$453,327
Net
-$336,583

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Guarantees$62,934
Contributions$42,000
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$7,000
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$2,600
In-Kind$2,210

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$192,200
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$89,437
Team Travel$73,416
Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee$51,567
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$30,457
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$5,177
Recruiting$5,064
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$4,670
Other Operating Expenses$461
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$333
Game Expenses$300
Medical Expenses and Insurance$245
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$116,744$453,327-$337K
FY2024$73,028$403,928-$331K
FY2023$41,540$424,108-$383K
FY2022$35,598$353,549-$318K
FY2021$3,058$199,967-$197K
FY2020$41,743$352,616-$311K

Western Michigan University Golf — Financial Context

The golf program generated $117K in revenue in FY2025, with guarantees accounting for the largest share at $63K, while expenses of $453K — led by athletic student aid at $192K — produced a net deficit of $337K. At $453K in total spending, the program ranks 75th out of 76 FBS programs by expenses, sitting well below the FBS average of $2.0M and placing 34th out of 35 Group of Five schools. Expenses have climbed sharply from $200K in FY2021 to $453K in FY2025, representing a more than doubling of program costs over that five-year span.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Western Michigan University spend on Golf?
Western Michigan University Golf reported $453,327 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $192,200.
How does Western Michigan University Golf spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, Western Michigan University ranks 75th overall in total expenses (33rd of 34 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M.
How is Western Michigan University Golf funded?
Like most Group of Five Golf programs, Western Michigan University funds Golf primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.