Pennsylvania State University (PSU) Track and Field Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, Pennsylvania State University (PSU)'s Track and Field program reported $2.8M in revenue and $7.6M in expenses, for a net deficit of $4.8M. The program generated $2.8M in total revenue, led by Football Bowl Revenues at $1.4M. Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, Pennsylvania State University ranks 5th overall in total expenses (5th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.9M. Pennsylvania State University competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$2,758,290
Total Expenses
$7,562,464
Net
-$4,804,174

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Football Bowl Revenues$1,368,450
Contributions$1,160,900
Sports Camp Revenues$93,308
NCAA Distributions$88,576
Other Operating Revenue$47,056

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$4,843,438
Athletic Student Aid$1,748,419
Team Travel$453,024
Other Operating Expenses$135,983
Game Expenses$125,806
Recruiting$103,895
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$77,560
Sports Camp Expenses$64,912
Guarantees$8,000
Memberships and Dues$1,427
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$2,758,290$7,562,464-$4.8M
FY2024$2,409,964$7,815,006-$5.4M
FY2023$1,958,014$3,407,768-$1.4M
FY2022$1,941,491$3,223,564-$1.3M
FY2021$1,727,612$2,858,370-$1.1M
FY2020$1,994,790$2,684,707-$690K

Pennsylvania State University Track and Field — Financial Context

Penn State's track and field program operates at a $4.8M deficit, with $7.6M in expenses that rank 5th among all 77 FBS programs and 5th among Power Four schools — nearly double the FBS average of $3.9M. Coaching compensation and bonuses account for a striking $4.8M of total expenses, which alone exceeds what most FBS programs spend on the entire program. Expenses have grown dramatically since FY2022's $3.2M, representing a more than 130% increase over three years, though costs have slightly moderated from FY2024's $7.8M peak.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Pennsylvania State University spend on Track and Field?
Pennsylvania State University Track and Field reported $7,562,464 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses at $4,843,438.
How does Pennsylvania State University Track and Field spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, Pennsylvania State University ranks 5th overall in total expenses (5th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.9M.
How is Pennsylvania State University Track and Field funded?
Like most Power Four Track and Field programs, Pennsylvania State University funds Track and Field primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.