In fiscal year 2025, Michigan State University (MSU)'s Field Hockey program reported $109K in revenue and $1.7M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.6M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $58K. Among the 20 FBS programs reporting Field Hockey data, Michigan State University ranks 8th overall in total expenses (8th of 10 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $1.7M. Michigan State University competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Contributions | $58,211 |
| Sports Camp Revenues | $31,841 |
| Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income | $13,903 |
| In-Kind | $3,455 |
| Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships | $885 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $304 |
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $172 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $801,790 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $417,052 |
| Team Travel | $127,353 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $101,218 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $96,000 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $44,338 |
| Game Expenses | $34,710 |
| Recruiting | $31,465 |
| Facilities Maintenance and Operations | $24,737 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $15,476 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $11,667 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $9,852 |
| Sports Camp Expenses | $6,414 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $3,325 |
| Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee | $2,850 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $1,351 |
| Memberships and Dues | $575 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $108,771 | $1,730,173 | -$1.6M |
| FY2024 | $169,215 | $1,939,008 | -$1.8M |
| FY2023 | $104,993 | $1,799,009 | -$1.7M |
| FY2022 | $151,821 | $1,552,159 | -$1.4M |
| FY2021 | $86,477 | $1,225,782 | -$1.1M |
| FY2020 | $133,521 | $1,373,145 | -$1.2M |
The Spartan field hockey program generated just $109K in FY2025 revenue — with contributions accounting for more than half at $58K — against $1.7M in expenses, resulting in a $1.6M deficit. Athletic student aid is the program's single largest cost driver at $802K, representing nearly half of total spending. At $1.7M in expenses, Michigan State ranks 8th among the 20 FBS schools sponsoring the sport and sits exactly at the FBS average, though costs have fluctuated notably over the past six years, peaking at $1.9M in FY2024 before pulling back.
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