Appalachian State University (APP) Golf Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Sun Belt · Data available: FY2021–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, Appalachian State University (APP)'s Golf program reported $434K in revenue and $935K in expenses, for a net deficit of $501K. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $301K. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, Appalachian State University ranks 65th overall in total expenses (23rd of 34 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M. Appalachian State University competes in the Sun Belt; financial data is available from FY2021 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$433,888
Total Expenses
$934,502
Net
-$500,614

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$300,852
Other Operating Revenue$112,450
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$18,531
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$1,478
In-Kind$577

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$293,485
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$226,736
Team Travel$209,331
Athletic Student Aid$161,260
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$19,296
Other Operating Expenses$12,716
Game Expenses$3,045
Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee$2,050
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$2,005
Recruiting$1,786
Memberships and Dues$1,728
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$1,045
Medical Expenses and Insurance$19
Data sourced from NCAA MFRS filings obtained via public records (FOIA) requests and official athletic department disclosures. Figures are as reported to the NCAA and may include institutional support, conference distributions, and other non-self-generated revenue. See the methodology page for full sourcing details.

Year-over-Year Trend

Fiscal YearRevenueExpensesNet
FY2025$433,888$934,502-$501K
FY2024$282,983$832,811-$550K
FY2023$241,336$759,479-$518K
FY2022$123,928$557,237-$433K
FY2021$62,004$511,970-$450K

Appalachian State University Golf — Financial Context

The golf program operated at a $501K deficit in FY2025, with $434K in revenue — heavily reliant on contributions at $301K — falling well short of $935K in expenses. At $935K, the program ranks 65th among 76 FBS schools in golf spending, sitting well below the FBS average of $2.0M. Expenses have nonetheless grown steadily over the past five years, nearly doubling from $512K in FY2021 to $935K in FY2025, with Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies representing the largest single cost at $293K.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Appalachian State University spend on Golf?
Appalachian State University Golf reported $934,502 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies at $293,485.
How does Appalachian State University Golf spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, Appalachian State University ranks 65th overall in total expenses (23rd of 34 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M.
How is Appalachian State University Golf funded?
Like most Group of Five Golf programs, Appalachian State University funds Golf primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.