North Carolina State University (NCSU) Golf Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, North Carolina State University (NCSU)'s Golf program reported $839K in revenue and $1.8M in expenses, for a net deficit of $955K. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $709K. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, North Carolina State University ranks 38th overall in total expenses (35th of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M. North Carolina State University competes in the ACC; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$839,424
Total Expenses
$1,794,769
Net
-$955,345

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$708,949
Student Fees$122,749
NCAA Distributions$7,662
Sports Camp Revenues$64

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$585,481
Athletic Student Aid$379,569
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$224,785
Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee$149,194
Team Travel$141,284
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$85,805
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$69,410
Recruiting$49,261
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$43,745
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$21,259
Medical Expenses and Insurance$17,734
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$16,401
Memberships and Dues$10,815
Game Expenses$26
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$839,424$1,794,769-$955K
FY2023$611,972$1,581,226-$969K
FY2022$583,981$1,396,250-$812K
FY2021$656,290$1,285,228-$629K
FY2020$690,524$1,530,211-$840K
FY2019$641,612$1,529,382-$888K

North Carolina State University Golf — Financial Context

The golf program generated $839K in FY2025 revenue, with contributions accounting for a dominant $709K — meaning donor support is essentially the financial backbone of the sport. On the expense side, the program spent $1.8M, led by $585K in coaching salaries and benefits, resulting in a $955K deficit. Expenses have climbed steadily from $1.3M in FY2021 to $1.8M in FY2025, though the program still ranks 35th among 41 Power Four programs in spending and sits below the FBS average of $2.0M.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does North Carolina State University spend on Golf?
North Carolina State University Golf reported $1,794,769 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $585,481.
How does North Carolina State University Golf spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, North Carolina State University ranks 38th overall in total expenses (35th of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M.
How is North Carolina State University Golf funded?
Like most Power Four Golf programs, North Carolina State University funds Golf primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.