University of Akron Football Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Akron's Football program reported $4.1M in revenue and $8.2M in expenses, for a net deficit of $4.2M. The program generated $4.1M in total revenue, led by Guarantees at $3.7M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Football data, University of Akron ranks 78th overall in total expenses (36th of 36 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $36.5M. University of Akron competes in the MAC; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$4,052,065
Total Expenses
$8,206,772
Net
-$4,154,707

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Guarantees$3,664,896
Ticket Sales$215,827
Contributions$138,822
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$32,520

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$2,632,594
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$2,272,386
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$791,368
Team Travel$781,234
Game Expenses$386,245
Guarantees$350,000
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$267,328
Other Operating Expenses$235,845
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$186,456
Recruiting$186,214
Memberships and Dues$102,045
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$8,420
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$6,637
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$4,052,065$8,206,772-$4.2M
FY2024$3,033,383$7,854,183-$4.8M
FY2023$3,149,184$7,896,714-$4.7M
FY2022$3,863,172$6,437,759-$2.6M
FY2021$63,733$5,385,395-$5.3M
FY2020$2,231,356$7,523,215-$5.3M

University of Akron Football — Financial Context

Ranking last among all 78 FBS programs in total expenses, the football program spent just $8.2M in FY2025 — a fraction of the $36.5M FBS average — with Athletic Student Aid representing the largest expense category at $2.6M. The program generated $4.1M in revenue, nearly all of it derived from guarantee game payments ($3.7M), resulting in a $4.2M deficit. Expenses have climbed steadily from $5.4M in FY2021 to $8.2M in FY2025, though the program remains by far the lowest-spending football operation in FBS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for University of Akron Football?
The largest revenue category was Guarantees at $3,664,896 in FY2025.
How does University of Akron Football spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Football data, University of Akron ranks 78th overall in total expenses (36th of 36 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $36.5M.
Is University of Akron Football profitable?
In FY2025, University of Akron Football reported a net deficit of $4.2M.