Louisiana State University (LSU) Soccer Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · SEC · Data available: FY2017–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, Louisiana State University (LSU)'s Soccer program reported $218K in revenue and $2.7M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.5M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $118K. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Soccer data, Louisiana State University ranks 38th overall in total expenses (31st of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.9M. Louisiana State University competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$217,659
Total Expenses
$2,748,275
Net
-$2,530,616

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$117,559
In-Kind$70,000
NCAA Distributions$30,100

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$677,552
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$643,203
Team Travel$522,721
Other Operating Expenses$178,092
Recruiting$159,721
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$143,520
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$110,323
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$102,546
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$84,543
Game Expenses$44,842
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$32,431
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$24,400
Medical Expenses and Insurance$16,247
Memberships and Dues$5,595
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$1,716
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$533
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$290
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$217,659$2,748,275-$2.5M
FY2024$124,055$2,560,426-$2.4M
FY2023$134,924$2,721,022-$2.6M
FY2022$57,873$2,283,031-$2.2M
FY2021$85,884$1,909,624-$1.8M
FY2020$256,041$2,192,865-$1.9M

Louisiana State University Soccer — Financial Context

The LSU soccer program generated $218K in revenue in FY2025, with contributions accounting for the majority at $118K, while expenses reached $2.7M — resulting in a $2.5M deficit. Athletic student aid represented the program's single largest expense at $678K, and at $2.7M in total spending, LSU ranked 38th among 78 FBS programs and 30th among 41 Power Four schools, sitting just below the FBS average of $2.9M. Program expenses have climbed steadily since FY2021's $1.9M, reflecting a sustained investment trajectory over the past five years.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Louisiana State University spend on Soccer?
Louisiana State University Soccer reported $2,748,275 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $677,552.
How does Louisiana State University Soccer spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Soccer data, Louisiana State University ranks 38th overall in total expenses (31st of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.9M.
How is Louisiana State University Soccer funded?
Like most Power Four Soccer programs, Louisiana State University funds Soccer primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.