Pennsylvania State University (PSU) Field Hockey Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Big Ten · Data available: FY2017–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, Pennsylvania State University (PSU)'s Field Hockey program reported $1.1M in revenue and $2.9M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.8M. The program generated $1.1M in total revenue, led by Football Bowl Revenues at $551K. Among the 20 FBS programs reporting Field Hockey data, Pennsylvania State University ranks 1st overall in total expenses (1st of 10 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $1.7M. Pennsylvania State University competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$1,101,540
Total Expenses
$2,878,705
Net
-$1,777,165

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Football Bowl Revenues$550,770
Contributions$425,375
Sports Camp Revenues$122,265
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$3,123
Other Operating Revenue$7

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$1,817,989
Athletic Student Aid$608,491
Team Travel$138,430
Sports Camp Expenses$82,978
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$71,607
Game Expenses$47,202
Recruiting$32,726
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$30,702
Other Operating Expenses$23,285
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$22,775
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$2,355
Memberships and Dues$165
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$1,101,540$2,878,705-$1.8M
FY2024$1,930,034$3,079,270-$1.1M
FY2023$1,227,486$2,522,233-$1.3M
FY2022$693,463$978,181-$285K
FY2021$803,616$1,273,879-$470K
FY2020$1,322,314$1,007,379+$315K

Pennsylvania State University Field Hockey — Financial Context

The field hockey program at Penn State operates at a $1.8M deficit, with FY2025 expenses of $2.9M significantly outpacing revenues of $1.1M — the latter driven primarily by Football Bowl Revenues of $551K. Coaching compensation and bonuses alone account for $1.8M of total expenses, reflecting the program's substantial investment in staff. Penn State ranks 1st in expenses among all 20 FBS field hockey programs, spending well above the FBS average of $1.7M, though costs have moderated slightly from a peak of $3.1M in FY2024.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Pennsylvania State University spend on Field Hockey?
Pennsylvania State University Field Hockey reported $2,878,705 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses at $1,817,989.
How does Pennsylvania State University Field Hockey spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 20 FBS programs reporting Field Hockey data, Pennsylvania State University ranks 1st overall in total expenses (1st of 10 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $1.7M.
How is Pennsylvania State University Field Hockey funded?
Like most Power Four Field Hockey programs, Pennsylvania State University funds Field Hockey primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.