In fiscal year 2025, Oregon State University's Football program reported $31.1M in revenue and $23.8M in expenses, for a net surplus of $7.2M. The program generated $31.1M in total revenue, led by Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl) at $15.2M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Football data, Oregon State University ranks 45th overall in total expenses (3rd of 36 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $36.5M. Oregon State University competes in the Pac-12; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl) | $15,224,245 |
| Ticket Sales | $7,648,390 |
| Contributions | $3,229,954 |
| Student Fees | $2,244,375 |
| Direct State or Other Government Support | $1,945,000 |
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $409,832 |
| Guarantees | $300,000 |
| In-Kind | $55,996 |
| Sports Camp Revenues | $20,123 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $16,624 |
| Football Bowl Revenues | $1,762 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $7,192,774 |
| Athletic Student Aid | $3,734,472 |
| Game Expenses | $2,392,148 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $2,369,728 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $1,860,078 |
| Team Travel | $1,364,500 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $1,141,299 |
| Guarantees | $1,025,000 |
| Recruiting | $863,916 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $613,062 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $458,339 |
| Severance Payments | $251,797 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $199,408 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $113,169 |
| Facilities Maintenance and Operations | $109,300 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $95,220 |
| Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee | $43,477 |
| Sports Camp Expenses | $14,527 |
| Memberships and Dues | $5,650 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $31,096,301 | $23,847,864 | +$7.2M |
| FY2024 | $49,178,636 | $25,978,768 | +$23.2M |
| FY2023 | $42,859,968 | $26,351,151 | +$16.5M |
| FY2022 | $38,292,381 | $22,272,842 | +$16.0M |
| FY2021 | $18,896,164 | $15,023,170 | +$3.9M |
| FY2020 | $35,619,475 | $21,931,124 | +$13.7M |
The football program generated $31.1M in revenue against $23.8M in expenses in FY2025, producing a $7.2M surplus, with Conference Distributions serving as the largest revenue driver at $15.2M. At $23.8M, total expenses rank 45th among 78 FBS programs and sit well below the FBS average of $36.5M, reflecting a notably leaner operation than most peers. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represented the program's single largest cost at $7.2M, while overall expenses have trended downward from a recent peak of $26.4M in FY2023.
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