Central Michigan University (CMU) Lacrosse Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · MAC · Data available: FY2022–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, Central Michigan University (CMU)'s Lacrosse program reported $66K in revenue and $628K in expenses, for a net deficit of $562K. Like most Group of Five Lacrosse programs, Central Michigan University generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, Central Michigan University ranks 23rd overall in total expenses (11th of 12 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.6M. Central Michigan University competes in the MAC; financial data is available from FY2022 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$66,461
Total Expenses
$628,007
Net
-$561,546

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$34,235
In-Kind$20,000
Guarantees$10,000
Compensation and Benefits provided by a third party$1,180
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$1,046

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$264,146
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$152,512
Team Travel$97,772
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$59,226
Game Expenses$16,662
Other Operating Expenses$14,487
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$9,367
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$6,254
Recruiting$5,918
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$913
Memberships and Dues$450
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$300
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$66,461$628,007-$562K
FY2024$78,121$607,446-$529K
FY2023$75,714$619,750-$544K
FY2022$90,283$643,619-$553K

Central Michigan University Lacrosse — Financial Context

The lacrosse program generated just $66K in revenue in FY2025, with contributions accounting for the majority at $34K, resulting in a deficit of $562K against $628K in total expenses. Athletic student aid represented the program's single largest cost at $264K, or roughly 42% of all expenditures. Despite running one of the leanest lacrosse budgets in FBS — ranking 23rd out of 25 programs and 11th among 12 Group of Five schools — expenses have remained relatively stable, ranging narrowly between $607K and $644K over the past four fiscal years.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Central Michigan University spend on Lacrosse?
Central Michigan University Lacrosse reported $628,007 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $264,146.
How does Central Michigan University Lacrosse spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, Central Michigan University ranks 23rd overall in total expenses (11th of 12 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.6M.
How is Central Michigan University Lacrosse funded?
Like most Group of Five Lacrosse programs, Central Michigan University funds Lacrosse primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.