Old Dominion University (ODU) Golf Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Old Dominion University (ODU)'s Golf program reported $349K in revenue and $1.2M in expenses, for a net deficit of $834K. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $334K. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, Old Dominion University ranks 55th overall in total expenses (14th of 34 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M. Old Dominion University competes in the Sun Belt; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$348,990
Total Expenses
$1,182,593
Net
-$833,603

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$333,990
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$15,000

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$458,984
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$412,250
Team Travel$153,126
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$69,579
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$45,575
Other Operating Expenses$24,120
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$10,765
Memberships and Dues$3,500
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$1,850
Game Expenses$1,700
Medical Expenses and Insurance$660
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$484
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$348,990$1,182,593-$834K
FY2024$309,720$1,085,511-$776K
FY2023$289,470$1,086,401-$797K
FY2022$225,794$979,461-$754K
FY2021$142,319$817,315-$675K
FY2020$232,533$861,420-$629K

Old Dominion University Golf — Financial Context

The golf program operated at an $834K deficit in FY2025, with $1.2M in expenses far outpacing $349K in revenue — the latter of which was almost entirely dependent on contributions at $334K. Athletic student aid represented the program's single largest expense at $459K, driving a cost structure that, while ranking 55th among 76 FBS programs, sits well below the $2.0M FBS average. Expenses have climbed steadily from $817K in FY2021 to $1.2M in FY2025, reflecting consistent year-over-year investment growth in the program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Old Dominion University spend on Golf?
Old Dominion University Golf reported $1,182,593 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $458,984.
How does Old Dominion University Golf spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, Old Dominion University ranks 55th overall in total expenses (14th of 34 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M.
How is Old Dominion University Golf funded?
Like most Group of Five Golf programs, Old Dominion University funds Golf primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.