Western Michigan University (WMU) Ice Hockey Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Western Michigan University (WMU)'s Ice Hockey program reported $2.1M in revenue and $3.5M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.3M. The program generated $2.1M in total revenue, led by Ticket Sales at $617K. Among the 11 FBS programs reporting Ice Hockey data, Western Michigan University ranks 9th overall in total expenses (3rd of 5 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $7.4M. Western Michigan University competes in the MAC; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$2,142,922
Total Expenses
$3,477,123
Net
-$1,334,201

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Ticket Sales$617,339
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$419,650
Contributions$307,073
Other Operating Revenue$207,067
Direct Institutional Support$202,128
NCAA Distributions$159,100
In-Kind$92,174
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$78,391
Guarantees$60,000

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$870,113
Athletic Student Aid$671,471
Team Travel$614,587
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$434,982
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$338,244
Game Expenses$302,349
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$94,827
Recruiting$67,611
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$60,593
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$10,306
Guarantees$7,500
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$2,833
Memberships and Dues$1,462
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$2,142,922$3,477,123-$1.3M
FY2024$917,110$2,462,279-$1.5M
FY2023$883,173$2,488,017-$1.6M
FY2022$760,475$2,170,024-$1.4M
FY2021$306,540$1,589,651-$1.3M
FY2020$1,016,297$2,478,639-$1.5M

Western Michigan University Ice Hockey — Financial Context

Western Michigan's ice hockey program generated $2.1M in revenue in FY2025, led by $617K in ticket sales, but fell $1.3M short of covering its $3.5M in expenses, with coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses representing the largest cost at $870K. Program expenses have grown significantly, rising from $2.5M in FY2024 to $3.5M in FY2025, marking the highest spending level in the five-year trend. Despite ranking 9th out of 11 FBS programs by expenses, Western Michigan's ice hockey budget remains well below the FBS average of $7.4M.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Western Michigan University spend on Ice Hockey?
Western Michigan University Ice Hockey reported $3,477,123 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $870,113.
How does Western Michigan University Ice Hockey spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 11 FBS programs reporting Ice Hockey data, Western Michigan University ranks 9th overall in total expenses (3rd of 5 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $7.4M.
How is Western Michigan University Ice Hockey funded?
Like most Group of Five Ice Hockey programs, Western Michigan University funds Ice Hockey primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.