In fiscal year 2025, Western Michigan University (WMU)'s Soccer program reported $488K in revenue and $2.1M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.6M. The largest revenue source was Sports Camp Revenues at $182K. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Soccer data, Western Michigan University ranks 54th overall in total expenses (16th of 36 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.9M. Western Michigan University competes in the MAC; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Sports Camp Revenues | $182,223 |
| Contributions | $118,400 |
| NCAA Distributions | $91,310 |
| Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships | $45,000 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $25,996 |
| Ticket Sales | $16,463 |
| In-Kind | $6,740 |
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $2,238 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $805,460 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $481,681 |
| Sports Camp Expenses | $207,761 |
| Team Travel | $186,468 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $141,339 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses | $38,680 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $36,112 |
| Game Expenses | $35,135 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $31,500 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $31,282 |
| Recruiting | $24,853 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $17,308 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $14,917 |
| NCAA Non-Football Host Expense Settlements | $9,869 |
| Guarantees | $1,999 |
| Memberships and Dues | $990 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $490 |
| Facilities Maintenance and Operations | $428 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $220 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $488,370 | $2,066,492 | -$1.6M |
| FY2024 | $343,791 | $1,892,993 | -$1.5M |
| FY2023 | $456,910 | $1,836,978 | -$1.4M |
| FY2022 | $223,601 | $1,563,204 | -$1.3M |
| FY2021 | $72,659 | $1,264,973 | -$1.2M |
| FY2020 | $203,716 | $1,391,316 | -$1.2M |
Western Michigan's soccer program generated $488K in FY2025 revenue, with sports camp revenues leading the way at $182K — an unusual distinction that highlights the program's reliance on non-competition income. Total expenses reached $2.1M, driven primarily by athletic student aid at $805K, resulting in a $1.6M deficit that is nonetheless below the FBS average of $2.9M for the sport. Expenses have risen steadily from $1.3M in FY2021 to $2.1M in FY2025, ranking the program 54th among 78 FBS schools and 17th among 37 Group of Five programs in spending.
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