University of California, Berkeley (CAL) Soccer Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of California, Berkeley (CAL)'s Soccer program reported $3.3M in revenue and $3.3M in expenses, for a net deficit of $45K. The program generated $3.3M in total revenue, led by Direct Institutional Support at $2.7M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Soccer data, University of California, Berkeley ranks 23rd overall in total expenses (20th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.9M. University of California, Berkeley competes in the ACC; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$3,264,919
Total Expenses
$3,309,705
Net
-$44,786

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Direct Institutional Support$2,721,234
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$197,285
Contributions$184,903
NCAA Distributions$68,240
Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl)$47,876
Ticket Sales$41,641
Other Operating Revenue$3,740

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$1,150,680
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$1,052,660
Team Travel$456,065
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$146,964
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$95,696
Game Expenses$93,743
Recruiting$84,962
Other Operating Expenses$49,206
Medical Expenses and Insurance$46,836
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$43,453
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$26,881
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$18,173
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$13,014
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$11,850
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$11,250
Guarantees$7,777
Memberships and Dues$495
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$3,264,919$3,309,705-$45K
FY2024$241,572$2,588,106-$2.3M
FY2023$268,949$2,607,404-$2.3M
FY2022$210,596$2,458,304-$2.2M
FY2021$352,564$1,856,507-$1.5M
FY2020$420,073$2,001,312-$1.6M

University of California, Berkeley Soccer — Financial Context

Berkeley's soccer program operates on a nearly break-even basis, generating $3.3M in revenue while spending $3.3M in expenses, resulting in a slim $45K deficit — with the program heavily reliant on Direct Institutional Support, which accounts for $2.7M, or roughly 82%, of total revenue. At $3.3M in expenses, the program ranks 23rd among 78 FBS programs and 19th among 41 Power Four schools, sitting well above the FBS average of $2.9M. Spending has climbed notably in recent years, rising from $2.6M in both FY2023 and FY2024 to $

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of California, Berkeley spend on Soccer?
University of California, Berkeley Soccer reported $3,309,705 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $1,150,680.
How does University of California, Berkeley Soccer spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Soccer data, University of California, Berkeley ranks 23rd overall in total expenses (20th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.9M.
How is University of California, Berkeley Soccer funded?
Like most Power Four Soccer programs, University of California, Berkeley funds Soccer primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.