Seat License FAQ
At the end of 2017, the federal government passed the
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which among its many laws, no longer allows for a tax-deduction for any contribution tied to the purchase of season tickets.
Tribe Club members have the opportunity to support Tribe Athletics in two distinct ways –
Season Ticket License Holders (non-tax-deductible) and
Student-Athlete Excellence Donations (tax-deductible).
Important Notes
• The amount of a season ticket license purchased for football carries over as a credit for the same amount to men's basketball season tickets.
• Fans receive loyalty points (1.5 per $1 spent) for a seat license purchase. The cost of a seat license is not tax deductible, but a student-athlete excellence donation is 100 percent tax deductible. This is a change due to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
• To be eligible for premium parking in the Brooks or Compton Lots, donors must meet three criteria - 1) contribute $1,000 or more to men's basketball; 2) purchase men's basketball season tickets; 3) purchase a seat ticket license. Donors who wish to reserve a specific space can do so at a cost of $100.
(Subject to availability)
Season Ticket License Holders:
Fans who purchase non-tax-deductible season ticket licenses for football and/or men's basketball will receive the following benefits:
- Invitation to exclusive season ticket holder events
- Tribe Club monthly e-newsletter
- Weekly Tribe Mail update in season
- Priority seating for football away games and postseason play (if football season tickets are purchased)
- Priority seating for men's basketball postseason play (if men's basketball season tickets are purchased)
A non-tax-deductible seat license will be required for the right to purchase up to 4 (four) season tickets in the following sections at our football games:
| Seat Location |
Season Ticket License Cost (per seat) |
| Courtside |
$500 |
| Parquet |
$150 |
| Box |
$150 |
| Mezzanine |
$0 |
Student–Athlete Excellence Donations:
Tribe supporters who give a philanthropic, tax-deductible Student-Athlete Excellence Donation to the Tribe Club will assist us in providing the best experience for our student-athletes including, but not limited to scholarship support, athletic training, academic resources and development.
Please note that donors are not eligible for premium parking unless they are a season ticket holder. Donors who contribute $1,000 or more to men's basketball who also purchase men's basketball season tickets and a seat ticket license are eligible for premium parking in Brooks or Compton Lots. Donors who wish to reserve a specific space can do so at a cost of $100.
(Subject to availability)
If you have any questions, please contact the Tribe Club at 757-221-3350 or via email at
TribeClub@wm.edu.
Seat License Agreement FAQ
Q. What is a season ticket license?
A season ticket license enables a fan to purchase season tickets to football or men's basketball in a preferred seating area.
Q: Will purchasing a season ticket license count as a Student-Athlete Excellence Donation?
No. Because of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, athletic ticket purchases, including a seat license, in preferred seating areas are no longer tax-deductible.
Q: Are contributions towards Student-Athlete Excellence tax-deductible?
Yes. Any contributions to the Tribe Club will still be tax-deductible.
Q: Why were these changes made?
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act eliminates charitable deductions or any payment to a university when the payer receives the right to purchase tickets or seating at an athletic event.
Q: When did the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act become effective?
The Tax Cuts and Job Act became effective on January 1, 2018.
Q: Will the money for sale of seat licenses impact the athletics department in the same way as a gift to the Tribe Club?
Yes. All money will be used to provide the best experience for our student-athletes including, but not limited to scholarship support, athletic training, academic resources and development.
Q: If I purchased a football seat ticket license, does it also count as a men's basketball season ticket license?
Yes. If you purchased a football seat ticket license, the balance will count towards the payment of your men's basketball seat ticket license.
Q. Do I need to purchase a seat license every year?
Yes. In future years, you will need to renew your football or men's basketball seat ticket license.
Q: Will I receive Loyalty Points for purchasing a football or men's basketball season ticket license?
Yes. Tribe Fans will receive 1.5 loyalty points per dollar for buying a seat ticket license, in addition to the current Tribe Club Loyalty Point system related to contributions.
If you purchase a $500 seat license, you will receive 750 loyalty points.
