Louisiana State University (LSU) Volleyball Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Louisiana State University (LSU)'s Volleyball program reported $156K in revenue and $2.4M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.2M. The largest revenue source was Ticket Sales at $88K. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Volleyball data, Louisiana State University ranks 29th overall in total expenses (28th of 41 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.4M. Louisiana State University competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$156,245
Total Expenses
$2,377,341
Net
-$2,221,096

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Ticket Sales$88,186
In-Kind$50,000
Contributions$18,059

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$757,788
Athletic Student Aid$640,120
Team Travel$339,396
Recruiting$109,283
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$101,660
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$88,020
Other Operating Expenses$84,084
Game Expenses$78,843
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$78,269
Guarantees$40,950
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$35,173
Medical Expenses and Insurance$12,357
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$10,283
Memberships and Dues$639
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$476
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$156,245$2,377,341-$2.2M
FY2024$159,297$2,710,177-$2.6M
FY2023$179,852$2,622,876-$2.4M
FY2022$40,000$2,120,335-$2.1M
FY2021$46,304$1,487,682-$1.4M
FY2020$84,354$1,924,859-$1.8M

Louisiana State University Volleyball — Financial Context

The program generated $156K in total revenue in FY2025, with ticket sales accounting for the majority at $88K, while expenses reached $2.4M — led by $758K in coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses — resulting in a $2.2M deficit. Spending has fluctuated notably over recent years, climbing from $1.5M in FY2021 to a peak of $2.7M in FY2024 before pulling back to $2.4M in FY2025, which aligns exactly with the FBS average. At $2.4M, LSU ranks 29th among 76 FBS volleyball programs and 28

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for Louisiana State University Volleyball?
The largest revenue category was Ticket Sales at $88,186 in FY2025.
How does Louisiana State University Volleyball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Volleyball data, Louisiana State University ranks 29th overall in total expenses (28th of 41 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.4M.
Is Louisiana State University Volleyball profitable?
In FY2025, Louisiana State University Volleyball reported a net deficit of $2.2M.