Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Lacrosse Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Big Ten · Data available: FY2021–FY2021

In fiscal year 2021, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey's Lacrosse program reported $647K in revenue and $6.7M in expenses, for a net deficit of $6.1M. The largest revenue source was Football Bowl Revenues at $323K. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey ranks 2nd overall in total expenses (2nd of 13 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.6M. Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2021 through FY2021.

FY2021 Overview

Total Revenue
$646,576
Total Expenses
$6,697,368
Net
-$6,050,792

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FY2021 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Football Bowl Revenues$323,288
Contributions$209,888
In-Kind$65,000
Ticket Sales$23,925
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$22,973
Compensation and Benefits provided by a third party$1,500
Other Operating Revenue$2

FY2021 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$3,348,684
Athletic Student Aid$1,134,575
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$1,081,824
Team Travel$481,211
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$309,079
Game Expenses$89,269
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$71,968
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$67,128
Medical Expenses and Insurance$47,727
Other Operating Expenses$34,836
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$26,538
Recruiting$4,179
Memberships and Dues$350
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.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Lacrosse — Financial Context

Rutgers' lacrosse program ran a significant $6.1 million deficit in FY2021, with expenses of $6.7 million dwarfing revenues of just $647 thousand. At $6.7 million in total expenses, the program ranked 2nd most expensive among the 25 FBS schools sponsoring lacrosse — more than double the FBS average of $2.6 million — with coaching compensation and bonuses alone accounting for $3.3 million of that spend.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey spend on Lacrosse?
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Lacrosse reported $6,697,368 in total expenses in FY2021. The largest expense was Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses at $3,348,684.
How does Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Lacrosse spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey ranks 2nd overall in total expenses (2nd of 13 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.6M.
How is Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Lacrosse funded?
Like most Power Four Lacrosse programs, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey funds Lacrosse primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.