John Calipari, the head coach of the Arkansas Razorbacks men’s basketball team, signed a five-year contract in April 2024. His base salary is $7 million per year, with additional compensation bringing his total annual earnings to $8 million. This makes him one of the highest-paid coaches in college basketball, second only to Kansas’ Bill Self.
In addition to his salary, Calipari received a $1 million signing bonus and annual retention bonuses of $500,000. His contract also includes performance-based incentives tied to the team’s success in the NCAA Tournament. These financial terms reflect Arkansas’ commitment to building a competitive basketball program under Calipari’s leadership.