In fiscal year 2025, Iowa State University (ISU)'s Track and Field program reported $565K in revenue and $5.2M in expenses, for a net deficit of $4.6M. The largest revenue source was Other Operating Revenue at $329K. Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, Iowa State University ranks 25th overall in total expenses (25th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.9M. Iowa State University competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Other Operating Revenue | $328,608 |
| Conference Distributions of Football Bowl Generated Revenue | $147,756 |
| NCAA Distributions | $76,346 |
| In-Kind | $7,500 |
| Guarantees | $3,000 |
| Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships | $1,500 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $1,419,899 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $914,113 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $893,148 |
| Team Travel | $701,127 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses | $263,361 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $260,176 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $244,385 |
| Facilities Maintenance and Operations | $194,530 |
| Recruiting | $113,432 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $62,504 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $53,795 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses | $27,000 |
| Game Expenses | $11,449 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $6,814 |
| Memberships and Dues | $2,897 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $564,710 | $5,168,630 | -$4.6M |
| FY2024 | $841,646 | $5,154,762 | -$4.3M |
| FY2023 | $934,786 | $4,926,217 | -$4.0M |
| FY2022 | $867,588 | $4,066,756 | -$3.2M |
| FY2021 | $948,888 | $3,389,776 | -$2.4M |
| FY2020 | $519,742 | $3,182,955 | -$2.7M |
The Cyclones' track and field program operates at a $4.6M deficit, spending $5.2M against just $565K in revenue in FY2025, with athletic student aid representing the single largest expense category at $1.4M. Iowa State ranks 25th among 77 FBS programs in track and field spending and sits well above the FBS average of $3.9M, signaling a meaningful institutional investment in the sport. Expenses have grown steadily from $3.2M in FY2020, reflecting a sustained upward commitment to the program over the past five years.
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