University of Colorado Boulder Lacrosse Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Colorado Boulder's Lacrosse program reported $795K in revenue and $1.9M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.1M. The largest revenue source was Direct Institutional Support at $666K. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, University of Colorado Boulder ranks 10th overall in total expenses (9th of 13 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.6M. University of Colorado Boulder competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$795,350
Total Expenses
$1,875,742
Net
-$1,080,392

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Direct Institutional Support$665,856
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$52,429
Ticket Sales$24,399
NCAA Distributions$22,390
Sports Camp Revenues$15,921
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$8,525
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$3,576
Contributions$2,254

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$779,329
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$376,421
Team Travel$231,510
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$109,280
Game Expenses$99,828
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$88,342
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$65,510
Other Operating Expenses$37,497
Recruiting$36,248
Medical Expenses and Insurance$22,796
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$18,283
Sports Camp Expenses$6,162
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$3,946
Memberships and Dues$450
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$140
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$795,350$1,875,742-$1.1M
FY2024$677,681$1,971,990-$1.3M
FY2023$938,023$2,460,862-$1.5M
FY2022$596,811$1,612,916-$1.0M
FY2021$537,425$1,297,123-$760K
FY2020$576,104$1,211,887-$636K

University of Colorado Boulder Lacrosse — Financial Context

Colorado's lacrosse program operates at a $1.1 million deficit, generating $795K in revenue against $1.9 million in expenses, with direct institutional support accounting for 84% of all revenue at $666K. Athletic student aid represents the program's single largest cost at $779K, nearly half of total expenditures. Spending has trended downward from a peak of $2.5 million in FY2023, and at $1.9 million the program now sits below the FBS average of $2.6 million, ranking 10th among the 25 schools that sponsor the sport at the FBS level.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Colorado Boulder spend on Lacrosse?
University of Colorado Boulder Lacrosse reported $1,875,742 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $779,329.
How does University of Colorado Boulder Lacrosse spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, University of Colorado Boulder ranks 10th overall in total expenses (9th of 13 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.6M.
How is University of Colorado Boulder Lacrosse funded?
Like most Power Four Lacrosse programs, University of Colorado Boulder funds Lacrosse primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.