In fiscal year 2025, James Madison University's Track and Field program reported $63K in revenue and $2.2M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.1M. Like most Group of Five Track and Field programs, James Madison University generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, James Madison University ranks 54th overall in total expenses (13th of 35 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $3.9M. James Madison University competes in the Sun Belt; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Other Operating Revenue | $27,725 |
| Direct Institutional Support | $25,645 |
| Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships | $5,822 |
| Contributions | $4,245 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $550,219 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $432,952 |
| Facilities Maintenance and Operations | $388,663 |
| Team Travel | $322,956 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $223,479 |
| Game Expenses | $100,188 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $62,804 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $28,856 |
| Recruiting | $28,692 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $16,653 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $8,979 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $6,160 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $4,080 |
| Memberships and Dues | $567 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $63,437 | $2,175,248 | -$2.1M |
| FY2024 | $25,851 | $1,909,365 | -$1.9M |
| FY2023 | $63,117 | $1,894,559 | -$1.8M |
| FY2022 | $26,138 | $1,726,075 | -$1.7M |
| FY2021 | $30,417 | $1,305,557 | -$1.3M |
| FY2020 | $77,114 | $1,380,182 | -$1.3M |
James Madison's track and field program generated just $63K in revenue against $2.2M in expenses in FY2025, producing a $2.1M deficit that the university subsidizes through other institutional funds. At $2.2M, the program's expenses rank 54th among 77 FBS schools and fall well below the FBS average of $3.9M, though costs have grown steadily from $1.3M in FY2021. Athletic student aid represents the program's single largest expense at $550K, accounting for roughly a quarter of total spending.
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