Kent State University Lacrosse Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Kent State University's Lacrosse program reported $69K in revenue and $744K in expenses, for a net deficit of $675K. Like most Group of Five Lacrosse programs, Kent State University generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, Kent State University ranks 22nd overall in total expenses (10th of 12 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.6M. Kent State University competes in the MAC; financial data is available from FY2022 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$68,801
Total Expenses
$743,545
Net
-$674,744

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$52,145
Sports Camp Revenues$11,656
Guarantees$5,000

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$303,663
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$260,085
Team Travel$67,696
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$53,727
Game Expenses$21,861
Recruiting$15,703
Sports Camp Expenses$11,313
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$5,490
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$3,557
Memberships and Dues$450
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$68,801$743,545-$675K
FY2024$37,853$686,667-$649K
FY2023$58,167$677,380-$619K
FY2022$47,181$585,597-$538K

Kent State University Lacrosse — Financial Context

The lacrosse program generated just $69K in FY2025 revenue, with contributions accounting for the vast majority at $52K, while expenses of $744K produced a $675K deficit. Athletic student aid drove the expense side at $304K, representing roughly 41% of total program costs. Spending has climbed steadily from $586K in FY2022 to $744K in FY2025, though the program still ranks 22nd out of 25 FBS schools in lacrosse expenses — well below the FBS average of $2.6M.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Kent State University spend on Lacrosse?
Kent State University Lacrosse reported $743,545 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $303,663.
How does Kent State University Lacrosse spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, Kent State University ranks 22nd overall in total expenses (10th of 12 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.6M.
How is Kent State University Lacrosse funded?
Like most Group of Five Lacrosse programs, Kent State University funds Lacrosse primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.