Appalachian State University (APP) Softball Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Appalachian State University (APP)'s Softball program reported $76K in revenue and $1.3M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.3M. Like most Group of Five Softball programs, Appalachian State University generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 70 FBS programs reporting Softball data, Appalachian State University ranks 48th overall in total expenses (11th of 32 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.3M. Appalachian State University competes in the Sun Belt; financial data is available from FY2021 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$76,195
Total Expenses
$1,348,927
Net
-$1,272,732

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$60,637
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$12,058
Guarantees$3,500

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$466,538
Athletic Student Aid$284,532
Team Travel$210,572
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$156,638
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$85,610
Recruiting$44,820
Game Expenses$25,795
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$23,765
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$20,308
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$11,421
Other Operating Expenses$7,384
Severance Payments$5,544
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$5,177
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$823
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$76,195$1,348,927-$1.3M
FY2024$77,401$1,173,502-$1.1M
FY2023$45,741$971,715-$926K
FY2022$50,724$812,882-$762K
FY2021$14,875$812,556-$798K

Appalachian State University Softball — Financial Context

Appalachian State's softball program generated just $76K in revenue in FY2025, with contributions accounting for the vast majority at $61K, resulting in a $1.3M deficit for the year. At $1.3M in total expenses, the program ranks 48th among FBS programs and 12th among Group of Five schools, spending well below the FBS average of $2.3M. Expenses have grown significantly over the past four years, rising from $813K in FY2021 to $1.3M in FY2025, with coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses representing the largest cost at $467K.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Appalachian State University spend on Softball?
Appalachian State University Softball reported $1,348,927 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $466,538.
How does Appalachian State University Softball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 70 FBS programs reporting Softball data, Appalachian State University ranks 48th overall in total expenses (11th of 32 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.3M.
How is Appalachian State University Softball funded?
Like most Group of Five Softball programs, Appalachian State University funds Softball primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.