Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Men's Basketball 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 Men's Basketball program reported $1.1M in revenue and $16.0M in expenses, for a net deficit of $14.9M. The program generated $1.1M in total revenue, led by Football Bowl Revenues at $570K. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Men's Basketball data, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey ranks 16th overall in total expenses (15th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $10.2M. Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2021 through FY2021.

FY2021 Overview

Total Revenue
$1,135,660
Total Expenses
$16,029,288
Net
-$14,893,628

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FY2021 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Football Bowl Revenues$569,730
Contributions$426,289
In-Kind$120,000
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$19,641

FY2021 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$8,014,944
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$3,914,326
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$1,019,427
Team Travel$991,752
Athletic Student Aid$686,017
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$381,070
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$283,573
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$244,314
Game Expenses$240,816
Guarantees$115,000
Other Operating Expenses$57,853
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$38,950
Medical Expenses and Insurance$28,312
Recruiting$8,105
Memberships and Dues$4,829
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 Men's Basketball — Financial Context

Rutgers Men's Basketball operated at a significant financial deficit of $14.9M in FY2021, with expenses of $16.0M dwarfing revenues of just $1.1M. The program's $16.0M in expenses ranked 16th among 78 FBS programs and 15th among 41 Power Four schools, sitting well above the FBS average of $10.2M, with coaching compensation and bonuses alone accounting for $8.0M of that total. Notably, the program's largest revenue source was Football Bowl Revenues at $570K, highlighting its heavy reliance on funds generated outside of basketball itself.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Men's Basketball?
The largest revenue category was Football Bowl Revenues at $569,730 in FY2021.
How does Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Men's Basketball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Men's Basketball data, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey ranks 16th overall in total expenses (15th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $10.2M.
Is Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Men's Basketball profitable?
In FY2021, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Men's Basketball reported a net deficit of $14.9M.