In fiscal year 2025, Western Michigan University (WMU)'s Track and Field program reported $41K in revenue and $1.1M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.0M. Like most Group of Five Track and Field programs, Western Michigan University generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, Western Michigan University ranks 75th overall in total expenses (33rd of 35 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $3.9M. Western Michigan University competes in the MAC; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships | $33,000 |
| Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income | $2,639 |
| Guarantees | $2,475 |
| Contributions | $2,400 |
| In-Kind | $590 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $505,208 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $258,003 |
| Team Travel | $141,094 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $68,262 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses | $34,542 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $14,111 |
| Recruiting | $12,676 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $9,290 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $3,731 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $2,480 |
| Facilities Maintenance and Operations | $1,453 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses | $1,211 |
| Memberships and Dues | $621 |
| Game Expenses | $200 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $41,104 | $1,052,882 | -$1.0M |
| FY2024 | $8,550 | $1,007,284 | -$999K |
| FY2023 | $27,391 | $786,719 | -$759K |
| FY2022 | $21,344 | $797,425 | -$776K |
| FY2021 | $100 | $666,971 | -$667K |
| FY2020 | $1,230 | $762,174 | -$761K |
Western Michigan's track and field program operates on one of the leanest budgets in FBS, ranking 75th out of 77 programs in expenses at just $1.1M — well below the FBS average of $3.9M — while generating only $41K in revenue, primarily from royalties, licensing, and sponsorships. Athletic student aid drives the majority of spending at $505K, leaving the program with a $1.0M deficit. Despite the program's relatively modest footprint, expenses have grown notably over the past five years, rising from $667K in FY2021 to $1.1M in FY2025.
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