University of Connecticut (UCONN) Softball Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Connecticut (UCONN)'s Softball program reported $286K in revenue and $1.7M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.4M. The largest revenue source was Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income at $107K. Among the 70 FBS programs reporting Softball data, University of Connecticut ranks 43rd overall in total expenses (6th of 32 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.3M. University of Connecticut competes in the Big East; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$285,581
Total Expenses
$1,730,306
Net
-$1,444,725

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$106,896
Contributions$66,982
NCAA Distributions$43,636
Conference Distributions of Football Bowl Generated Revenue$30,000
Ticket Sales$28,606
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$8,815
Sports Camp Revenues$646

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$547,795
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$414,138
Team Travel$384,375
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$110,044
Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$71,603
Other Operating Expenses$60,190
Game Expenses$48,695
Recruiting$45,764
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$37,387
Memberships and Dues$4,225
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$4,115
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$1,975
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$285,581$1,730,306-$1.4M
FY2024$243,896$1,432,909-$1.2M
FY2023$119,347$1,313,017-$1.2M
FY2022$85,663$1,335,969-$1.3M
FY2021$16,673$703,007-$686K
FY2020$32,032$1,195,322-$1.2M

University of Connecticut Softball — Financial Context

The Connecticut softball program operated at a $1.4 million deficit in FY2025, generating just $286K in revenue against $1.7 million in expenses, with restricted endowment and investment income accounting for the largest share of revenue at $107K. Athletic student aid represented the program's single biggest cost at $548K, contributing to total expenses that have grown steadily from $703K in FY2021 to $1.7 million in FY2025. At $1.7 million in expenses, UConn ranks 43rd among FBS programs and 7th among Group of Five schools, spending below the FBS average of $2.3 million.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Connecticut spend on Softball?
University of Connecticut Softball reported $1,730,306 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $547,795.
How does University of Connecticut Softball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 70 FBS programs reporting Softball data, University of Connecticut ranks 43rd overall in total expenses (6th of 32 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.3M.
How is University of Connecticut Softball funded?
Like most Group of Five Softball programs, University of Connecticut funds Softball primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.