University of Colorado Boulder Soccer Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Colorado Boulder's Soccer program reported $801K in revenue and $2.8M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.0M. The largest revenue source was Direct Institutional Support at $450K. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Soccer data, University of Colorado Boulder ranks 36th overall in total expenses (29th of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.9M. University of Colorado Boulder competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$800,856
Total Expenses
$2,818,882
Net
-$2,018,026

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Direct Institutional Support$449,759
Ticket Sales$87,562
NCAA Distributions$79,736
Contributions$69,045
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$51,858
Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl)$38,384
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$13,337
In-Kind$11,175

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$895,675
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$708,130
Team Travel$323,881
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$204,285
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$131,223
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$96,114
Game Expenses$86,582
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$83,999
Other Operating Expenses$65,447
Recruiting$62,247
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$48,138
Medical Expenses and Insurance$40,261
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$33,777
Guarantees$21,115
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$15,339
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$2,174
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$800,856$2,818,882-$2.0M
FY2024$1,899,356$3,525,197-$1.6M
FY2023$4,338,615$6,304,919-$2.0M
FY2022$629,206$2,187,734-$1.6M
FY2021$568,582$1,591,420-$1.0M
FY2020$1,036,620$2,362,021-$1.3M

University of Colorado Boulder Soccer — Financial Context

The soccer program at Colorado Boulder operated at a $2.0M deficit in FY2025, generating $801K in revenue — the majority of which ($450K) came from direct institutional support rather than self-sustaining sources. At $2.8M in total expenses, the program ranked 36th among 78 FBS programs and 28th among 41 Power Four schools, coming in just below the FBS average of $2.9M. Expenses have fluctuated significantly in recent years, peaking at $6.3M in FY2023 before declining sharply, with athletic student aid representing the largest single cost at $896K in FY2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Colorado Boulder spend on Soccer?
University of Colorado Boulder Soccer reported $2,818,882 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $895,675.
How does University of Colorado Boulder Soccer spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Soccer data, University of Colorado Boulder ranks 36th overall in total expenses (29th of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.9M.
How is University of Colorado Boulder Soccer funded?
Like most Power Four Soccer programs, University of Colorado Boulder funds Soccer primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.