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NCAA women's flag football coaching salaries vary across divisions

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 2:03 PM

Last updated Nov 13, 2026

NCAA women's flag football coaching salaries vary across divisions

Summary

Coaching salaries for women's college flag football show significant variation, with Division I head coaches earning between $65,000 and $155,000. As NCAA institutions increasingly adopt women's flag programs, particularly in Division II and III, Nebraska's program leads with unique salary structures and performance bonuses. A report highlights the growing potential for the sport with the upcoming NCAA championship vote in 2027 and the Olympic debut in 2028. The establishment of a professional league by the NFL is also expected to impact future coaching jobs and salaries.

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By the Numbers

•Division I head coach salaries range from $65,000 to $155,000.
•Nebraska offers performance-based bonuses and is the only school with a full-time assistant coach.
•Only Division II and III schools have active programs, while Division I schools are expected to grow.
•The NCAA is set to vote on women's flag football as a championship sport in January 2027.
•A professional flag league is scheduled to launch in summer 2027.

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