Big Ten announces record $1.37 billion distribution to its 18 schools
The Big Ten distributed a record $1.37 billion to its 18 member schools for the 2024-25 fiscal year, marking the largest conference payout in college sports history. This averages $76.1 million per school, though amounts vary based on factors like College Football Playoff participation. The distribution reflects a 55% increase from the previous year and surpasses the SEC's recent payout.
- ▪The Big Ten distributed $1.37 billion to its 18 schools for the 2024-25 fiscal year.
- ▪Ohio State received the highest payout at $91.57 million, while Penn State received $88.92 million.
- ▪Oregon and Washington received partial shares of $48.4 million and $46.7 million, respectively.
- ▪The SEC distributed $1.03 billion to its 16 schools in the same period.
- ▪The Big Ten's total distribution increased by 55% from the previous year's $883 million.
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