Colorado State University (CSU) Softball Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Pac-12 · Data available: FY2017–FY2025

In fiscal year 2024, Colorado State University (CSU)'s Softball program reported $236K in revenue and $1.8M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.6M. The largest revenue source was Indirect Institutional Support at $133K. Among the 70 FBS programs reporting Softball data, Colorado State University ranks 39th overall in total expenses (4th of 32 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.3M. Colorado State University competes in the Pac-12; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2024 Overview

Total Revenue
$236,341
Total Expenses
$1,845,463
Net
-$1,609,122

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FY2024 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Indirect Institutional Support$133,018
Sports Camp Revenues$50,392
Contributions$43,201
Guarantees$6,000
Other Operating Revenue$1,975
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$1,755

FY2024 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$517,975
Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee$429,176
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$285,566
Team Travel$186,506
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$143,889
Indirect Institutional Support$133,018
Game Expenses$51,181
Other Operating Expenses$33,318
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$24,819
Sports Camp Expenses$14,561
Recruiting$13,179
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$7,088
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$4,797
Memberships and Dues$390
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
FY2024$236,341$1,845,463-$1.6M
FY2023$192,305$1,540,598-$1.3M
FY2022$159,084$1,237,344-$1.1M
FY2021$70,284$1,054,527-$984K
FY2020$87,218$1,059,364-$972K
FY2019$139,128$1,182,302-$1.0M

Colorado State University Softball — Financial Context

The Rams' softball program operated at a $1.6M deficit in FY2024, generating just $236K in revenue — the majority of which ($133K) came from indirect institutional support rather than external sources. At $1.8M, program expenses ranked 39th among 70 FBS programs but came in below the FBS average of $2.3M, with athletic student aid representing the largest single cost at $518K. Expenses have grown steadily over recent years, rising from $1.1M in FY2021 to $1.8M in FY2024, suggesting increasing institutional investment in the program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Colorado State University spend on Softball?
Colorado State University Softball reported $1,845,463 in total expenses in FY2024. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $517,975.
How does Colorado State University Softball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 70 FBS programs reporting Softball data, Colorado State University ranks 39th overall in total expenses (4th of 32 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.3M.
How is Colorado State University Softball funded?
Like most Group of Five Softball programs, Colorado State University funds Softball primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.