Old Dominion University (ODU) Rowing Finances FY2025

Old Dominion University (ODU) Rowing Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Old Dominion University (ODU)'s Rowing program reported $26K in revenue and $1.3M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.3M. Like most Group of Five Rowing programs, Old Dominion University generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Rowing data, Old Dominion University ranks 24th overall in total expenses (5th of 6 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.8M. Old Dominion University competes in the Sun Belt; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue

$25,673

Total Expenses

$1,277,876

Net

-$1,252,203

FY2025 Revenue Sources

Category	Amount
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships	$19,000
Contributions	$6,673

Category	Amount
Athletic Student Aid	$609,763
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities	$296,886
Team Travel	$198,371
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies	$59,151
Recruiting	$33,074
Other Operating Expenses	$28,359
Memberships and Dues	$23,203
Facilities Maintenance and Operations	$20,590
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)	$8,414
Medical Expenses and Insurance	$65

Category

Amount

Athletic Student Aid

$609,763

Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities

$296,886

Team Travel

$198,371

Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies

$59,151

Recruiting

$33,074

Other Operating Expenses

$28,359

Memberships and Dues

$23,203

Facilities Maintenance and Operations

$20,590

Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)

$8,414

Medical Expenses and Insurance

$65

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 Year	Revenue	Expenses	Net
FY2025	$25,673	$1,277,876	-$1.3M
FY2024	$109,451	$1,352,846	-$1.2M
FY2023	$13,871	$1,078,176	-$1.1M
FY2022	$14,502	$977,959	-$963K
FY2021	$30,348	$772,713	-$742K
FY2020	$26,734	$987,092	-$960K

Fiscal Year

Revenue

Expenses

Net

FY2025

$25,673

$1,277,876

-$1.3M

FY2024

$109,451

$1,352,846

-$1.2M

FY2023

$13,871

$1,078,176

-$1.1M

FY2022

$14,502

$977,959

-$963K

FY2021

$30,348

$772,713

-$742K

FY2020

$26,734

$987,092

-$960K

Old Dominion University Rowing — Financial Context

The Sun Belt program generated just $26K in FY2025 revenue — nearly all of it ($19K) from royalties, licensing, advertisements, and sponsorships — while spending $1.3M, resulting in a deficit of approximately $1.3M. Athletic student aid drove the bulk of expenses at $610K, and total program spending has grown significantly from $773K in FY2021 to $1.3M in FY2025. Despite running well below the FBS average of $2.8M in rowing expenses, the program ranks 24th out of 25 FBS schools and 6th out of 7 Group of Five programs in this category, reflecting

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Old Dominion University spend on Rowing?

Old Dominion University Rowing reported $1,277,876 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $609,763.

How does Old Dominion University Rowing spending compare to other FBS programs?

Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Rowing data, Old Dominion University ranks 24th overall in total expenses (5th of 6 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.8M.

How is Old Dominion University Rowing funded?

Like most Group of Five Rowing programs, Old Dominion University funds Rowing primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.