Last November, Kansas’ Bill Self was given a new contract, making him the highest-paid college basketball coach, taking home $9.6 million a year.
Below are the rest of the highest-paid college basketball coaches for the 2023-24 season, according to USA Today and media reports.
*Figures for the 2024-25 season will come out in March 2025.
Highest-Paid College Basketball Coaches
| Rank | Head Coach | School | Total Pay Per Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bill Self | Kansas | $9.6 million |
| 2 | John Calipari | Arkansas | $7 million |
| 3 | Tom Izzo | Michigan St. | $6.2 million |
| 4 | Bruce Pearl | Auburn | $5.7 million |
| 5 | Rick Barnes | Tennessee | $5.7 million |
| 6 | Scott Drew | Baylor | $5.1 million |
| 7 | Dan Hurley | UConn | $5 million |
| 8 | Brad Underwood | Illinois | $4.7 million |
| 9 | Kelvin Sampson | Houston | $4.6 million |
| 10 | Nate Oats | Alabama | $4.5 million |
Bill Self Salary
Self signed an extension in November 2023. The 60-year-old will make more than $13 million in compensation for the 2023-24 season and $53 million over the next five years, a number that includes $7.2 million in salary previously deferred due to COVID-19.
John Calipari Salary
Calipari’s contract runs through the 2028-29 season, which has him making $8.5 million annually. His buyout is reportedly close to $35 million, according to USA Today.
What Is Average College Basketball Coach Salary?
College basketball coaching salaries vary, but most Division 1 head coaches make six figures.
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