Dusty May’s total compensation of $3.73 million places him at the bottom of pay scales for college basketball’s elite coaches, yet he has steered Michigan to a national title and restored the team to Big Ten supremacy. Despite interest from other powerhouses, May remains the best value in the country, a fact highlighted by USA TODAY Sports’ salary database.
Dusty May: College Basketball’s Biggest Bargain
Dusty May’s $3.73 million salary ranks him as the nation’s most underpaid coach while guiding Michigan to a national championship and a top‑tier Big Ten program.