In fiscal year 2025, Central Michigan University (CMU)'s Field Hockey program reported $52K in revenue and $678K in expenses, for a net deficit of $626K. Like most Group of Five Field Hockey programs, Central Michigan University generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 20 FBS programs reporting Field Hockey data, Central Michigan University ranks 20th overall in total expenses (10th of 10 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $1.7M. Central Michigan University competes in the MAC; financial data is available from FY2022 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Contributions | $23,673 |
| In-Kind | $19,983 |
| Sports Camp Revenues | $4,925 |
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $2,050 |
| Compensation and Benefits provided by a third party | $1,295 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $252 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $261,552 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $177,536 |
| Team Travel | $95,899 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $63,786 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $30,060 |
| Game Expenses | $18,030 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $13,169 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $11,962 |
| Recruiting | $4,138 |
| Facilities Maintenance and Operations | $1,015 |
| Sports Camp Expenses | $689 |
| Memberships and Dues | $300 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $250 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $52,178 | $678,386 | -$626K |
| FY2024 | $54,748 | $745,898 | -$691K |
| FY2023 | $38,183 | $605,839 | -$568K |
| FY2022 | $63,789 | $576,324 | -$513K |
The field hockey program generated just $52K in revenue in FY2025, led by $24K in contributions, while expenses reached $678K — producing a $626K deficit. Athletic student aid drove the cost side at $262K, accounting for nearly 39% of total program expenses. At $678K in total spending, the program ranks last among all 20 FBS schools sponsoring field hockey and last among Group of Five programs, operating at well below the $1.7M FBS average.
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