In fiscal year 2025, University of Kansas (KU)'s Track and Field program reported $18K in revenue and $6.6M in expenses, for a net deficit of $6.5M. Like most Power Four Track and Field programs, University of Kansas generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, University of Kansas ranks 12th overall in total expenses (12th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.9M. University of Kansas competes in the Big 12; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Other Operating Revenue | $9,225 |
| NCAA Distributions | $8,472 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $1,682,554 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $1,166,802 |
| Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee | $959,812 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $683,395 |
| Team Travel | $500,372 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $381,936 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $315,878 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses | $298,624 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $236,502 |
| Recruiting | $104,336 |
| Game Expenses | $85,460 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $62,382 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $32,350 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $21,348 |
| Guarantees | $15,000 |
| Memberships and Dues | $7,050 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses | $2,250 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $17,697 | $6,556,051 | -$6.5M |
| FY2024 | $52,236 | $6,469,515 | -$6.4M |
| FY2023 | $26,566 | $5,650,451 | -$5.6M |
| FY2022 | $33,911 | $4,975,111 | -$4.9M |
| FY2021 | $29,150 | $4,705,234 | -$4.7M |
| FY2020 | $45,506 | $4,625,495 | -$4.6M |
Kansas's track and field program operates at a significant financial loss, generating just $18K in revenue in FY2025 against $6.6M in expenses, resulting in a $6.5M deficit. The program ranks 12th in expenses among all 77 FBS schools reporting the sport, spending well above the FBS average of $3.9M, with Athletic Student Aid representing the largest single expense at $1.7M. Spending has grown steadily over six years, climbing from $4.6M in FY2020 to $6.6M in FY2025, a roughly 43% increase over that period.
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