University of Louisville Lacrosse Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · ACC · Data available: FY2019–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University of Louisville's Lacrosse program reported $27K in revenue and $1.5M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.5M. Like most Power Four Lacrosse programs, University of Louisville generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, University of Louisville ranks 13th overall in total expenses (11th of 13 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.6M. University of Louisville competes in the ACC; financial data is available from FY2019 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$27,397
Total Expenses
$1,488,550
Net
-$1,461,153

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$21,645
Other Operating Revenue$5,752

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$575,178
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$383,424
Team Travel$253,254
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$64,407
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$64,008
Recruiting$48,576
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$38,488
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$15,836
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$12,970
Other Operating Expenses$12,458
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$10,000
Guarantees$5,000
Game Expenses$3,200
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$1,301
Memberships and Dues$450
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$27,397$1,488,550-$1.5M
FY2024$10,755$1,524,862-$1.5M
FY2023$1,810$1,493,420-$1.5M
FY2022$4,325$1,333,286-$1.3M
FY2021$850$1,138,907-$1.1M
FY2020$2,250$1,385,776-$1.4M

University of Louisville Lacrosse — Financial Context

Louisville's lacrosse program generated just $27K in revenue in FY2025, with contributions accounting for $22K of that total, leaving the program with a $1.5M deficit. Athletic student aid represents the program's single largest expense at $575K, driving total costs to $1.5M — notably below the FBS average of $2.6M and ranking 13th out of 25 FBS programs by expenditure. Spending has held remarkably steady over the past three fiscal years at $1.5M, reflecting a period of financial stability after a gradual climb from $1.1M in FY2021.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Louisville spend on Lacrosse?
University of Louisville Lacrosse reported $1,488,550 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $575,178.
How does University of Louisville Lacrosse spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, University of Louisville ranks 13th overall in total expenses (11th of 13 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.6M.
How is University of Louisville Lacrosse funded?
Like most Power Four Lacrosse programs, University of Louisville funds Lacrosse primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.