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.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Contributions | $117,559 |
| In-Kind | $70,000 |
| NCAA Distributions | $30,100 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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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