University of Colorado Boulder Men's Basketball Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Colorado Boulder's Men's Basketball program reported $10.1M in revenue and $8.6M in expenses, for a net surplus of $1.5M. The program generated $10.1M in total revenue, led by Media Rights at $3.9M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Men's Basketball data, University of Colorado Boulder ranks 44th overall in total expenses (41st of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $10.2M. University of Colorado Boulder competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$10,083,460
Total Expenses
$8,608,359
Net
+$1,475,101

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Media Rights$3,911,999
Ticket Sales$2,857,070
Contributions$1,494,733
Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl)$1,098,037
Sports Camp Revenues$284,416
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$251,845
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$62,504
NCAA Distributions$55,962
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$48,894
Other Operating Revenue$18,000

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$3,518,865
Team Travel$1,154,605
Athletic Student Aid$875,794
Game Expenses$804,872
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$798,376
Guarantees$617,550
Recruiting$165,203
Other Operating Expenses$159,197
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$150,215
Sports Camp Expenses$129,267
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$71,404
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$65,908
Medical Expenses and Insurance$62,277
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$33,196
Memberships and Dues$1,630
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$10,083,460$8,608,359+$1.5M
FY2024$9,385,986$8,993,891+$392K
FY2023$9,459,879$8,200,758+$1.3M
FY2022$9,449,462$7,938,502+$1.5M
FY2021$3,421,227$5,151,690-$1.7M
FY2020$7,840,002$6,568,546+$1.3M

University of Colorado Boulder Men's Basketball — Financial Context

The Buffaloes' men's basketball program generated $10.1M in revenue against $8.6M in expenses in FY2025, producing a $1.5M surplus with media rights ($3.9M) and coaching salaries ($3.5M) serving as the top revenue source and largest expense, respectively. At $8.6M, program spending ranked 44th among 78 FBS programs and last among all 41 Power Four programs, sitting roughly $1.6M below the FBS average of $10.2M. Expenses have fluctuated over the past six fiscal years, ranging from a low of $5.2M in FY2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for University of Colorado Boulder Men's Basketball?
The largest revenue category was Media Rights at $3,911,999 in FY2025.
How does University of Colorado Boulder Men's Basketball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Men's Basketball data, University of Colorado Boulder ranks 44th overall in total expenses (41st of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $10.2M.
Is University of Colorado Boulder Men's Basketball profitable?
In FY2025, University of Colorado Boulder Men's Basketball reported a net surplus of $1.5M.