Appalachian State University (APP) Track and Field Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Appalachian State University (APP)'s Track and Field program reported $109K in revenue and $2.3M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.2M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $48K. Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, Appalachian State University ranks 52nd overall in total expenses (12th of 35 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $3.9M. Appalachian State University competes in the Sun Belt; financial data is available from FY2021 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$109,091
Total Expenses
$2,332,552
Net
-$2,223,461

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$47,689
Other Operating Revenue$44,380
In-Kind$13,940
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$2,622
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$460

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$807,522
Team Travel$551,077
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$535,935
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$187,672
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$61,452
Recruiting$37,310
Other Operating Expenses$36,766
Game Expenses$33,769
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$31,405
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$24,804
Medical Expenses and Insurance$8,960
Guarantees$6,093
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$3,434
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$2,769
Memberships and Dues$1,498
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$1,000
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$817
Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee$269
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$109,091$2,332,552-$2.2M
FY2024$106,826$2,180,546-$2.1M
FY2023$180,464$1,804,953-$1.6M
FY2022$98,737$1,441,311-$1.3M
FY2021$49,270$1,296,800-$1.2M

Appalachian State University Track and Field — Financial Context

The Sun Belt program generated just $109K in FY2025 revenue against $2.3M in expenses, resulting in a $2.2M deficit that is largely subsidized by the broader athletic department. Athletic student aid represented the single largest cost at $808K, while contributions of $48K led the modest revenue side. Expenses have nearly doubled since FY2021's $1.3M, though at $2.3M the program still spends well below the FBS average of $3.9M, ranking 52nd out of 77 FBS programs in total track and field expenditures.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Appalachian State University spend on Track and Field?
Appalachian State University Track and Field reported $2,332,552 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $807,522.
How does Appalachian State University Track and Field spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, Appalachian State University ranks 52nd overall in total expenses (12th of 35 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $3.9M.
How is Appalachian State University Track and Field funded?
Like most Group of Five Track and Field programs, Appalachian State University funds Track and Field primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.