In fiscal year 2025, Northern Illinois University (NIU)'s Soccer program reported $766K in revenue and $1.8M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.0M. The largest revenue source was Direct Institutional Support at $499K. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Soccer data, Northern Illinois University ranks 58th overall in total expenses (18th of 36 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.9M. Northern Illinois University competes in the Mountain West; financial data is available from FY2012 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Direct Institutional Support | $499,168 |
| Sports Camp Revenues | $170,797 |
| Direct State or Other Government Support | $45,650 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $36,000 |
| Contributions | $12,572 |
| Guarantees | $1,500 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $895,735 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $476,915 |
| Team Travel | $154,108 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $61,157 |
| Recruiting | $31,467 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $30,288 |
| Game Expenses | $28,176 |
| Sports Camp Expenses | $25,826 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $23,744 |
| Facilities Maintenance and Operations | $23,472 |
| Guarantees | $10,000 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses | $3,800 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $3,329 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $1,959 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $1,478 |
| Memberships and Dues | $990 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $765,687 | $1,772,444 | -$1.0M |
| FY2024 | $95,334 | $1,548,372 | -$1.5M |
| FY2023 | $137,875 | $1,385,517 | -$1.2M |
| FY2022 | $75,276 | $1,256,366 | -$1.2M |
| FY2021 | $390,260 | $1,008,103 | -$618K |
| FY2020 | $42,255 | $1,188,008 | -$1.1M |
The soccer program generated $766K in revenue in FY2025, with Direct Institutional Support accounting for the majority at $499K, underscoring the program's heavy reliance on university subsidies to stay afloat. Expenses reached $1.8M — led by $896K in Athletic Student Aid — resulting in a $1.0M deficit, though spending remains well below the FBS average of $2.9M, ranking 58th out of 78 programs. Notably, program expenses have grown steadily from $1.0M in FY2021 to $1.8M in FY2025, reflecting a consistent upward investment trend over the past five years.
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