University of Akron Lacrosse Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Akron's Lacrosse program reported $76K in revenue and $550K in expenses, for a net deficit of $475K. Like most Group of Five Lacrosse programs, University of Akron generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, University of Akron ranks 24th overall in total expenses (12th of 12 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.6M. University of Akron competes in the MAC; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$75,671
Total Expenses
$550,181
Net
-$474,510

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
NCAA Distributions$63,000
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$6,171
Contributions$6,100
Other Operating Revenue$400

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$176,146
Athletic Student Aid$174,121
Team Travel$75,356
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$39,422
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$34,817
Game Expenses$25,862
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$9,945
Recruiting$8,818
Other Operating Expenses$3,375
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$856
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$847
Memberships and Dues$450
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$166
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$75,671$550,181-$475K
FY2024$11,897$401,218-$389K
FY2023$9,799$367,329-$358K
FY2022$24,468$241,574-$217K
FY2021$18,808$167,262-$148K
FY2020$30,007$238,313-$208K

University of Akron Lacrosse — Financial Context

The lacrosse program generated $76K in FY2025 revenue, with $63K coming from NCAA Distributions, while expenses reached $550K — led by $176K in coaching salaries and benefits — resulting in a $475K deficit. Despite ranking as the second-lowest spending lacrosse program among FBS schools and last among Group of Five programs at 12th of 12, expenses have grown dramatically from $167K in FY2021 to $550K in FY2025. This spending remains well below the FBS average of $2.6M, reflecting the program's early-stage investment trajectory relative to peers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Akron spend on Lacrosse?
University of Akron Lacrosse reported $550,181 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $176,146.
How does University of Akron Lacrosse spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, University of Akron ranks 24th overall in total expenses (12th of 12 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.6M.
How is University of Akron Lacrosse funded?
Like most Group of Five Lacrosse programs, University of Akron funds Lacrosse primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.