Old Dominion University (ODU) Swimming and Diving Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Old Dominion University (ODU)'s Swimming and Diving program reported $32K in revenue and $1.2M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.1M. Like most Group of Five Swimming and Diving programs, Old Dominion University generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 56 FBS programs reporting Swimming and Diving data, Old Dominion University ranks 45th overall in total expenses (13th of 23 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.7M. Old Dominion University competes in the Sun Belt; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$32,299
Total Expenses
$1,171,450
Net
-$1,139,151

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$19,000
Contributions$13,299

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$538,948
Team Travel$264,140
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$219,131
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$69,563
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$37,842
Other Operating Expenses$18,930
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$10,774
Memberships and Dues$5,190
Recruiting$4,734
Game Expenses$2,170
Medical Expenses and Insurance$28
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$32,299$1,171,450-$1.1M
FY2024$30,498$1,170,092-$1.1M
FY2023$22,162$1,105,279-$1.1M
FY2022$42,521$1,019,602-$977K
FY2021$21,292$801,664-$780K
FY2020$28,442$992,991-$965K

Old Dominion University Swimming and Diving — Financial Context

Old Dominion's Swimming and Diving program generated just $32K in revenue in FY2025, with $19K coming from royalties, licensing, advertisements, and sponsorships, while expenses reached $1.2M, resulting in an operating deficit of approximately $1.1M. Athletic student aid represents the program's single largest cost at $539K, accounting for roughly 45% of total expenses. At $1.2M in total spending, the program ranks 45th among 56 FBS programs by expenses and sits well below the FBS average of $2.7M, though costs have steadily climbed from $802K in FY2021.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Old Dominion University spend on Swimming and Diving?
Old Dominion University Swimming and Diving reported $1,171,450 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $538,948.
How does Old Dominion University Swimming and Diving spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 56 FBS programs reporting Swimming and Diving data, Old Dominion University ranks 45th overall in total expenses (13th of 23 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.7M.
How is Old Dominion University Swimming and Diving funded?
Like most Group of Five Swimming and Diving programs, Old Dominion University funds Swimming and Diving primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.