University of California, Berkeley (CAL) Lacrosse Finances FY2025

University of California, Berkeley (CAL) Lacrosse Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of California, Berkeley (CAL)'s Lacrosse program reported $2.4M in revenue and $1.6M in expenses, for a net surplus of $791K. The program generated $2.4M in total revenue, led by Direct Institutional Support at $2.1M. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, University of California, Berkeley ranks 12th overall in total expenses (10th of 13 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.6M. University of California, Berkeley competes in the ACC; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue

$2,378,041

Total Expenses

$1,586,999

Net

+$791,042

FY2025 Revenue Sources

Category	Amount
Direct Institutional Support	$2,083,108
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income	$126,069
Contributions	$115,750
Student Fees	$44,437
Other Operating Revenue	$6,495
In-Kind	$2,182

Category	Amount
Athletic Student Aid	$538,092
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities	$365,799
Team Travel	$221,595
Facilities Maintenance and Operations	$109,661
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses	$96,901
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies	$54,580
Game Expenses	$46,433
Recruiting	$46,153
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)	$43,908
Other Operating Expenses	$32,829
Medical Expenses and Insurance	$13,870
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion	$11,283
Guarantees	$5,000
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities	$745
Memberships and Dues	$150

Category

Amount

Athletic Student Aid

$538,092

Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities

$365,799

Team Travel

$221,595

Facilities Maintenance and Operations

$109,661

Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses

$96,901

Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies

$54,580

Game Expenses

$46,433

Recruiting

$46,153

Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)

$43,908

Other Operating Expenses

$32,829

Medical Expenses and Insurance

$13,870

Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion

$11,283

Guarantees

$5,000

Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities

$745

Memberships and Dues

$150

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 Year	Revenue	Expenses	Net
FY2025	$2,378,041	$1,586,999	+$791K
FY2024	$247,294	$1,309,958	-$1.1M
FY2023	$178,289	$1,078,109	-$900K
FY2022	$128,257	$874,768	-$747K
FY2021	$103,635	$635,652	-$532K
FY2020	$128,891	$657,344	-$528K

Fiscal Year

Revenue

Expenses

Net

FY2025

$2,378,041

$1,586,999

+$791K

FY2024

$247,294

$1,309,958

-$1.1M

FY2023

$178,289

$1,078,109

-$900K

FY2022

$128,257

$874,768

-$747K

FY2021

$103,635

$635,652

-$532K

FY2020

$128,891

$657,344

-$528K

University of California, Berkeley Lacrosse — Financial Context

Berkeley's lacrosse program generated $2.4 million in revenue against $1.6 million in expenses in FY2025, producing a $791K surplus, though the program is heavily reliant on Direct Institutional Support, which accounts for $2.1 million — roughly 88% — of total revenue. At $1.6 million, program expenses rank 12th among the 25 FBS schools sponsoring lacrosse and fall meaningfully below the FBS average of $2.6 million, suggesting a comparatively lean operational footprint. Notably, expenses have nearly tripled since FY2021's $636K, reflecting a sustained and accelerating investment in the program

Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of California, Berkeley spend on Lacrosse?

University of California, Berkeley Lacrosse reported $1,586,999 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $538,092.

How does University of California, Berkeley Lacrosse spending compare to other FBS programs?

Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, University of California, Berkeley ranks 12th overall in total expenses (10th of 13 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.6M.

How is University of California, Berkeley Lacrosse funded?

Like most Power Four Lacrosse programs, University of California, Berkeley funds Lacrosse primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.