In fiscal year 2025, University of Cincinnati's Lacrosse program reported $5K in revenue and $1.4M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.4M. Like most Power Four Lacrosse programs, University of Cincinnati generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, University of Cincinnati ranks 14th overall in total expenses (12th of 13 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.6M. University of Cincinnati competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $3,882 |
| Contributions | $1,442 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $549,011 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $323,544 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $197,857 |
| Team Travel | $175,687 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $88,648 |
| Recruiting | $49,664 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $22,799 |
| Game Expenses | $21,692 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $10,214 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $2,511 |
| Memberships and Dues | $2,169 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $5,324 | $1,443,796 | -$1.4M |
| FY2024 | $3,584 | $1,427,782 | -$1.4M |
| FY2023 | $4,117 | $1,114,903 | -$1.1M |
| FY2022 | $121,053 | $899,687 | -$779K |
| FY2021 | $234,335 | $911,949 | -$678K |
| FY2020 | $248,153 | $857,971 | -$610K |
The lacrosse program generated just $5K in FY2025 revenue — nearly all of it from program, novelty, parking, and concession sales — against $1.4M in expenses, resulting in a deficit of approximately $1.4M. Athletic student aid is the program's single largest cost driver at $549K, accounting for roughly 39% of total expenditures. Spending has grown steadily from $858K in FY2020 to $1.4M in FY2025, though it remains below the FBS average of $2.6M, ranking 12th among 13 Power Four programs offering the sport.
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