Kirk Ferentz Net Worth, Salary and Contract

Last Modified Dec 29, 2024 08:24 GMT
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Kirk James Ferentz is the head coach of the Iowa Hawkeyes men's football program as of 2024. Ferentz was named the 25th head coach of the Iowa Hawkeyes in 1999. As of 2024, Kirk Ferentz's head coaching record is 196-119, as per USA Today.

Ferentz's coaching odyssey began as the head football coach at the University of Maine from 1990 to 1992. However, his meteoric rise in the coaching realm found its zenith when he assumed the role of head football coach at the University of Iowa in the 1999 season. Since then, Ferentz has sculpted an unparalleled legacy claiming the title of the longest-tenured FBS coach with one program since 2017. Ferentz's head coaching record totalling 25 seasons at Iowa is 204–123.

NameKirk Ferentz
Net Worth$16 Million
Age69 Years
ResidenceIowa City, Iowa
PositionHead Coach
Marital StatusMarried
Source of WealthFootball Coach
Salary$7 million

Kirk Ferentz’s Net Worth

According to Celebrity Net Worth, Kirk Ferentz has an estimated net worth of $16 million as of 2024. Notably, he was appointed head coach of the University of Iowa football team in 1999 and has since secured multiple contracts with the program.

Kirk Ferentz Salary

Kirk Ferentz is one of the highest-paid college football coaches in the country, with over $7 million in salary per year. His salary includes a $500,000 base, $5.5 million in supplemental compensation, and a $1 million longevity bonus.

Kirk Ferentz Contract

Ferentz secured a four-year contract extension with the Hawkeyes on December 31, 2021. This agreement ensured Ferentz's contractual obligation with the Hawkeyes through the 2029 season.

FAQ's On Kirk Ferentz

A. Kirk Ferentz has been the head football coach at the University of Iowa since the 1999 season, marking an impressive tenure of over two decades.

A. Kirk Ferentz commands an annual salary of $7 million as the head coach of the Iowa Hawkeyes, making him one of the highest-paid coaches in college football.

A. Ferentz's earnings primarily comprise a base salary of $500,000, supplemented by an additional $5.5 million stemming from various compensations, including a substantial $1 million longevity bonus.

A. Iowa football coach, Kirk Ferentz is 69 years old, as of 2024. He was born on August 1, 1955.

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