University of Georgia (UGA) Football Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Georgia (UGA)'s Football program reported $149.3M in revenue and $71.1M in expenses, for a net surplus of $78.2M. The program generated $149.3M in total revenue, led by Contributions at $44.1M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Football data, University of Georgia ranks 9th overall in total expenses (9th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $36.5M. University of Georgia competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$149,285,887
Total Expenses
$71,107,706
Net
+$78,178,181

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$44,137,416
Ticket Sales$38,918,353
Media Rights$24,780,994
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$17,630,141
Conference Distributions of Football Bowl Generated Revenue$16,812,388
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$2,853,373
Guarantees$2,425,218
Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl)$1,313,402
Other Operating Revenue$294,012
Football Bowl Revenues$120,590

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$26,270,641
Game Expenses$8,324,421
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$8,123,187
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$4,227,582
Athletic Student Aid$4,022,850
Team Travel$3,839,200
Football Bowl Expenses$3,515,724
Recruiting$2,975,732
Guarantees$2,750,000
Other Operating Expenses$2,656,291
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$2,298,436
Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$1,249,255
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$421,312
Sports Camp Expenses$223,870
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$209,205
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$149,285,887$71,107,706+$78.2M
FY2024$133,529,629$68,931,272+$64.6M
FY2023$152,739,786$69,069,745+$83.7M
FY2022$155,951,449$61,722,123+$94.2M
FY2021$85,392,744$36,192,952+$49.2M
FY2020$134,463,859$48,501,193+$86.0M

University of Georgia Football — Financial Context

The football program generated $149.3M in revenue against $71.1M in expenses in FY2025, producing a $78.2M surplus with contributions leading all revenue sources at $44.1M. At $71.1M, expenses rank 9th among all 78 FBS programs and nearly double the FBS average of $36.5M, driven largely by $26.3M in coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses. Spending has climbed steadily from $61.7M in FY2022 to $71.1M in FY2025, reflecting sustained investment in one of college football's most successful recent programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for University of Georgia Football?
The largest revenue category was Contributions at $44,137,416 in FY2025.
How does University of Georgia Football spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Football data, University of Georgia ranks 9th overall in total expenses (9th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $36.5M.
Is University of Georgia Football profitable?
In FY2025, University of Georgia Football reported a net surplus of $78.2M.