The Ohio State University (OSU) Track and Field Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Big Ten · Data available: FY2010–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, The Ohio State University (OSU)'s Track and Field program reported $446K in revenue and $5.1M in expenses, for a net deficit of $4.7M. The largest revenue source was Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships at $239K. Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, The Ohio State University ranks 26th overall in total expenses (26th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.9M. The Ohio State University competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$445,963
Total Expenses
$5,148,956
Net
-$4,702,993

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$239,476
Other Operating Revenue$91,670
NCAA Distributions$57,496
Contributions$20,955
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$18,343
Sports Camp Revenues$11,405
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$3,618
Guarantees$3,000

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$1,602,197
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$947,896
Team Travel$871,932
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$544,656
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$289,726
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$233,380
Recruiting$211,183
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$194,184
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$112,812
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$44,682
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$32,436
Other Operating Expenses$29,407
Game Expenses$24,922
Medical Expenses and Insurance$4,720
Sports Camp Expenses$3,682
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$675
Memberships and Dues$466
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$445,963$5,148,956-$4.7M
FY2024$422,924$5,260,679-$4.8M
FY2023$369,556$4,898,916-$4.5M
FY2022$279,880$4,753,451-$4.5M
FY2021$223,319$3,335,867-$3.1M
FY2020$333,761$3,437,429-$3.1M

The Ohio State University Track and Field — Financial Context

The Track and Field program generated $446K in revenue in FY2025, with royalties, licensing, advertisements, and sponsorships accounting for the majority at $239K, while expenses reached $5.1M — led by $1.6M in athletic student aid — resulting in a $4.7M deficit. At $5.1M in expenses, the program ranks 26th among 77 FBS programs and 26th among 41 Power Four schools, spending meaningfully above the FBS average of $3.9M. Expenses have climbed sharply since FY2021's $3.3M, peaking at $5.3M in FY2024

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Ohio State University spend on Track and Field?
The Ohio State University Track and Field reported $5,148,956 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $1,602,197.
How does The Ohio State University Track and Field spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, The Ohio State University ranks 26th overall in total expenses (26th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.9M.
How is The Ohio State University Track and Field funded?
Like most Power Four Track and Field programs, The Ohio State University funds Track and Field primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.