Old Dominion University (ODU) Football Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Sun Belt · Data available: FY2010–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, Old Dominion University (ODU)'s Football program reported $11.7M in revenue and $15.1M in expenses, for a net deficit of $3.4M. The program generated $11.7M in total revenue, led by Contributions at $4.2M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Football data, Old Dominion University ranks 59th overall in total expenses (17th of 36 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $36.5M. Old Dominion University competes in the Sun Belt; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$11,675,999
Total Expenses
$15,094,472
Net
-$3,418,473

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$4,234,959
Ticket Sales$3,455,935
Guarantees$1,650,000
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$1,324,200
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$389,000
Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl)$321,429
Direct Institutional Support$300,000
Sports Camp Revenues$240
In-Kind$236

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$4,598,677
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$3,444,735
Team Travel$1,425,004
Game Expenses$1,344,612
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$1,135,313
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$788,282
Other Operating Expenses$518,152
Recruiting$507,862
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$477,241
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$309,269
Guarantees$250,000
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$191,519
Medical Expenses and Insurance$97,956
Memberships and Dues$5,850
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$11,675,999$15,094,472-$3.4M
FY2024$9,743,876$14,079,638-$4.3M
FY2023$8,684,291$13,745,844-$5.1M
FY2022$7,586,403$12,518,823-$4.9M
FY2021$2,820,396$8,820,593-$6.0M
FY2020$9,642,279$12,279,870-$2.6M

Old Dominion University Football — Financial Context

The Monarchs' football program operated at a $3.4 million deficit in FY2025, generating $11.7 million in revenue against $15.1 million in expenses, with contributions ($4.2 million) and athletic student aid ($4.6 million) serving as the largest revenue source and expense, respectively. At $15.1 million in total expenses, Old Dominion ranks 59th among 78 FBS programs and 18th among 37 Group of Five schools, spending well below the FBS average of $36.5 million. Expenses have grown steadily over recent years, rising from $12.5 million in FY2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for Old Dominion University Football?
The largest revenue category was Contributions at $4,234,959 in FY2025.
How does Old Dominion University Football spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Football data, Old Dominion University ranks 59th overall in total expenses (17th of 36 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $36.5M.
Is Old Dominion University Football profitable?
In FY2025, Old Dominion University Football reported a net deficit of $3.4M.