University of Louisville Track and Field Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Louisville's Track and Field program reported $439K in revenue and $3.5M in expenses, for a net deficit of $3.1M. The largest revenue source was NCAA Distributions at $244K. Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, University of Louisville ranks 36th overall in total expenses (36th of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $3.9M. University of Louisville competes in the ACC; financial data is available from FY2019 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$439,161
Total Expenses
$3,543,217
Net
-$3,104,056

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
NCAA Distributions$244,294
Other Operating Revenue$135,397
Contributions$55,970
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$3,500

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$1,292,713
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$870,619
Team Travel$592,462
Recruiting$150,988
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$131,895
Game Expenses$94,535
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$92,856
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$84,767
Other Operating Expenses$69,594
Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee$67,045
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$51,104
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$14,500
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$14,000
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$8,277
Medical Expenses and Insurance$6,534
Memberships and Dues$1,247
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$81
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$439,161$3,543,217-$3.1M
FY2024$76,935$3,686,551-$3.6M
FY2023$19,221$3,243,308-$3.2M
FY2022$77,377$3,082,013-$3.0M
FY2021$1,760$2,685,463-$2.7M
FY2020$17,500$2,663,970-$2.6M

University of Louisville Track and Field — Financial Context

Louisville's track and field program operated at a $3.1 million deficit in FY2025, generating just $439K in revenue — led by $244K in NCAA distributions — against $3.5 million in expenses, with athletic student aid accounting for the largest cost at $1.3 million. The program's spending ranks 36th among 77 FBS programs and 36th among 41 Power Four schools, sitting below the FBS average of $3.9 million. Expenses have climbed roughly 30% since FY2020's $2.7 million baseline, though FY2025 reflects a modest pullback from the $3.7 million spent

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Louisville spend on Track and Field?
University of Louisville Track and Field reported $3,543,217 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $1,292,713.
How does University of Louisville Track and Field spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, University of Louisville ranks 36th overall in total expenses (36th of 42 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $3.9M.
How is University of Louisville Track and Field funded?
Like most Power Four Track and Field programs, University of Louisville funds Track and Field primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.