University of Iowa Track and Field Finances FY2025

University of Iowa Track and Field Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Iowa's Track and Field program reported $404K in revenue and $6.1M in expenses, for a net deficit of $5.7M. The largest revenue source was In-Kind at $274K. Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, University of Iowa ranks 19th overall in total expenses (19th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.9M. University of Iowa competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue

$404,419

Total Expenses

$6,114,036

Net

-$5,709,617

FY2025 Revenue Sources

Category	Amount
In-Kind	$273,964
NCAA Distributions	$64,146
Sports Camp Revenues	$29,756
Contributions	$26,406
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income	$7,347
Ticket Sales	$1,858
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales	$942

Category	Amount
Athletic Student Aid	$1,568,718
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities	$1,129,836
Team Travel	$1,058,021
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)	$445,002
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses	$410,819
Facilities Maintenance and Operations	$334,900
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies	$324,395
Medical Expenses and Insurance	$214,022
Recruiting	$157,118
Game Expenses	$136,442
Other Operating Expenses	$120,282
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities	$83,856
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)	$79,755
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses	$18,335
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion	$16,830
Guarantees	$7,500
Memberships and Dues	$6,165
Sports Camp Expenses	$2,040

Category

Amount

Athletic Student Aid

$1,568,718

Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities

$1,129,836

Team Travel

$1,058,021

Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)

$445,002

NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses

$410,819

Facilities Maintenance and Operations

$334,900

Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies

$324,395

Medical Expenses and Insurance

$214,022

Recruiting

$157,118

Game Expenses

$136,442

Other Operating Expenses

$120,282

Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities

$83,856

Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)

$79,755

Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses

$18,335

Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion

$16,830

Guarantees

$7,500

Memberships and Dues

$6,165

Sports Camp Expenses

$2,040

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 Year	Revenue	Expenses	Net
FY2025	$404,419	$6,114,036	-$5.7M
FY2024	$318,275	$6,277,538	-$6.0M
FY2023	$725,616	$6,818,680	-$6.1M
FY2022	$462,929	$6,062,569	-$5.6M
FY2021	$431,395	$4,522,742	-$4.1M
FY2020	$459,501	$4,508,386	-$4.0M

Fiscal Year

Revenue

Expenses

Net

FY2025

$404,419

$6,114,036

-$5.7M

FY2024

$318,275

$6,277,538

-$6.0M

FY2023

$725,616

$6,818,680

-$6.1M

FY2022

$462,929

$6,062,569

-$5.6M

FY2021

$431,395

$4,522,742

-$4.1M

FY2020

$459,501

$4,508,386

-$4.0M

University of Iowa Track and Field — Financial Context

The Hawkeyes' track and field program operates at a $5.7M deficit, generating just $404K in revenue — the majority of which ($274K) comes from in-kind contributions rather than earned income. At $6.1M in expenses, Iowa ranks 19th among all 77 FBS programs and 19th among Power Four schools, spending well above the FBS average of $3.9M, with athletic student aid representing the single largest expense at $1.6M. Spending has gradually declined from a peak of $6.8M in FY2023, though costs remain significantly elevated compared to pre-pandemic levels of $4.5M in FY2020

Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Iowa spend on Track and Field?

University of Iowa Track and Field reported $6,114,036 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $1,568,718.

How does University of Iowa Track and Field spending compare to other FBS programs?

Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, University of Iowa ranks 19th overall in total expenses (19th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.9M.

How is University of Iowa Track and Field funded?

Like most Power Four Track and Field programs, University of Iowa funds Track and Field primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.