Michigan State University (MSU) Track and Field Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Michigan State University (MSU)'s Track and Field program reported $401K in revenue and $4.4M in expenses, for a net deficit of $4.0M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $240K. Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, Michigan State University ranks 29th overall in total expenses (29th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.9M. Michigan State University competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$400,941
Total Expenses
$4,429,081
Net
-$4,028,140

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$239,936
Other Operating Revenue$70,145
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$67,822
NCAA Distributions$23,038

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$1,412,249
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$921,043
Team Travel$764,873
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$566,990
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$341,669
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$172,030
Game Expenses$74,950
Other Operating Expenses$63,580
Recruiting$45,837
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$27,733
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$24,495
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$6,449
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$4,575
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$996
Medical Expenses and Insurance$961
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$651
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$400,941$4,429,081-$4.0M
FY2024$454,603$4,841,520-$4.4M
FY2023$484,097$4,442,244-$4.0M
FY2022$595,972$3,012,187-$2.4M
FY2021$198,759$2,662,505-$2.5M
FY2020$404,359$2,863,639-$2.5M

Michigan State University Track and Field — Financial Context

Michigan State's Track and Field program ran a $4.0 million deficit in FY2025, generating just $401K in revenue — led by $240K in contributions — against $4.4 million in expenses, with athletic student aid representing the largest cost at $1.4 million. At $4.4 million in total spending, the Spartans rank 29th among 77 FBS programs and 29th among 41 Power Four schools, placing them slightly above the FBS average of $3.9 million. Expenses have risen sharply since FY2021's $2.7 million, though FY2025 reflects a modest pullback from F

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Michigan State University spend on Track and Field?
Michigan State University Track and Field reported $4,429,081 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $1,412,249.
How does Michigan State University Track and Field spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, Michigan State University ranks 29th overall in total expenses (29th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.9M.
How is Michigan State University Track and Field funded?
Like most Power Four Track and Field programs, Michigan State University funds Track and Field primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.