University of Colorado Boulder Track and Field Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Colorado Boulder's Track and Field program reported $1.5M in revenue and $4.0M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.5M. The program generated $1.5M in total revenue, led by Direct Institutional Support at $978K. Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, University of Colorado Boulder ranks 34th overall in total expenses (34th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.9M. University of Colorado Boulder competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$1,512,765
Total Expenses
$3,965,848
Net
-$2,453,083

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Direct Institutional Support$978,189
Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl)$161,974
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$131,192
NCAA Distributions$92,654
Contributions$90,162
Ticket Sales$33,884
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$24,710

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$1,831,245
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$582,346
Team Travel$409,270
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$237,904
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$230,082
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$135,636
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$131,882
Recruiting$111,334
Game Expenses$102,902
Medical Expenses and Insurance$75,326
Other Operating Expenses$52,595
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$19,430
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$18,788
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$18,324
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$7,324
Memberships and Dues$1,460
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$1,512,765$3,965,848-$2.5M
FY2024$1,497,082$4,640,841-$3.1M
FY2023$8,657,305$12,031,145-$3.4M
FY2022$967,707$3,493,013-$2.5M
FY2021$1,054,503$2,726,197-$1.7M
FY2020$1,171,209$2,625,252-$1.5M

University of Colorado Boulder Track and Field — Financial Context

The Track and Field program generated $1.5 million in revenue in FY2025, with Direct Institutional Support accounting for the majority at $978K, while expenses of $4.0 million — led by Athletic Student Aid at $1.8 million — produced a $2.5 million deficit. At $4.0 million in expenses, the program ranks 34th among 77 FBS programs and 34th among 41 Power Four schools, spending just above the FBS average of $3.9 million. Notably, expenses spiked dramatically to $12.0 million in FY2023 before falling back sharply to $4.6 million

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Colorado Boulder spend on Track and Field?
University of Colorado Boulder Track and Field reported $3,965,848 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $1,831,245.
How does University of Colorado Boulder Track and Field spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, University of Colorado Boulder ranks 34th overall in total expenses (34th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.9M.
How is University of Colorado Boulder Track and Field funded?
Like most Power Four Track and Field programs, University of Colorado Boulder funds Track and Field primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.