University of Colorado Boulder Golf Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Big 12 · Data available: FY2017–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University of Colorado Boulder's Golf program reported $881K in revenue and $2.1M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.2M. The largest revenue source was Direct Institutional Support at $475K. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, University of Colorado Boulder ranks 31st overall in total expenses (30th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.0M. University of Colorado Boulder competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$881,452
Total Expenses
$2,058,981
Net
-$1,177,529

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Direct Institutional Support$474,591
Contributions$169,643
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$66,829
In-Kind$50,581
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$50,300
NCAA Distributions$43,394
Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl)$26,114

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$688,809
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$519,522
Team Travel$320,955
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$137,439
Other Operating Expenses$97,549
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$69,904
Recruiting$48,901
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$39,538
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$36,054
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$21,981
Medical Expenses and Insurance$21,126
Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee$14,810
Memberships and Dues$13,939
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$10,194
Game Expenses$10,099
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$7,968
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$193
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$881,452$2,058,981-$1.2M
FY2024$672,230$1,958,972-$1.3M
FY2023$509,601$1,845,346-$1.3M
FY2022$779,021$1,975,082-$1.2M
FY2021$592,937$1,439,486-$847K
FY2020$629,160$1,511,091-$882K

University of Colorado Boulder Golf — Financial Context

The Buffaloes' golf program operated at a $1.2 million deficit in FY2025, with $2.1 million in expenses outpacing $881,000 in revenue — the latter driven primarily by $475,000 in direct institutional support rather than self-generated income. At $2.1 million, program spending ranked 31st among 76 FBS schools and 30th among 41 Power Four programs, sitting just above the FBS average of $2.0 million. Expenses have climbed steadily since a pandemic-era low of $1.4 million in FY2021, with athletic student aid representing the single largest cost at $

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Colorado Boulder spend on Golf?
University of Colorado Boulder Golf reported $2,058,981 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $688,809.
How does University of Colorado Boulder Golf spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, University of Colorado Boulder ranks 31st overall in total expenses (30th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.0M.
How is University of Colorado Boulder Golf funded?
Like most Power Four Golf programs, University of Colorado Boulder funds Golf primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.