Kent State University Football Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Kent State University's Football program reported $4.3M in revenue and $9.7M in expenses, for a net deficit of $5.4M. Kent State University competes in the MAC. Financial data is available from FY2022 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$4,280,081
Total Expenses
$9,724,373
Net
-$5,444,292

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Guarantees$4,050,000
Ticket Sales$189,606
Sports Camp Revenues$40,475

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$3,043,169
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$2,209,809
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$1,040,216
Team Travel$834,287
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$642,546
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$600,260
Game Expenses$459,079
Recruiting$368,815
Guarantees$315,000
Sports Camp Expenses$120,912
Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$88,205
Memberships and Dues$2,075
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$4,280,081$9,724,373-$5.4M
FY2024$4,033,884$9,562,096-$5.5M
FY2023$5,936,965$9,196,141-$3.3M
FY2022$7,747,353$7,652,575+$95K

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Kent State University spend on Football?
Kent State University Football reported $9,724,373 in total expenses in FY2025 per NCAA MFRS filings.
How much revenue does Kent State University Football generate?
Kent State University Football reported $4,280,081 in total revenue in FY2025 per NCAA MFRS filings.
Is Kent State University Football profitable?
In FY2025, Kent State University Football reported a net deficit of $5.4M.