University of Michigan Lacrosse Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Michigan's Lacrosse program reported $645K in revenue and $6.4M in expenses, for a net deficit of $5.8M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $253K. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, University of Michigan ranks 3rd overall in total expenses (3rd of 13 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.6M. University of Michigan competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$644,807
Total Expenses
$6,411,929
Net
-$5,767,122

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$253,317
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$166,104
NCAA Distributions$117,050
Ticket Sales$45,392
In-Kind$25,634
Guarantees$25,000
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$8,710
Other Operating Revenue$3,600

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$2,106,341
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$1,246,007
Team Travel$1,136,195
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$518,958
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$353,873
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$272,221
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$196,201
Other Operating Expenses$179,609
Recruiting$171,646
Game Expenses$85,775
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$79,700
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$34,547
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$18,619
Guarantees$10,000
Memberships and Dues$2,237
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$644,807$6,411,929-$5.8M
FY2024$458,453$6,060,667-$5.6M
FY2023$450,395$5,933,029-$5.5M
FY2022$354,672$4,322,014-$4.0M
FY2021$197,126$3,806,976-$3.6M
FY2020$293,677$4,162,968-$3.9M

University of Michigan Lacrosse — Financial Context

Michigan's lacrosse program operates at a $5.8M deficit, with $6.4M in expenses dwarfing the $645K in revenue generated — the largest source of which is contributions at $253K. The program ranks 3rd in expenses among all 25 FBS lacrosse programs and 3rd among the 13 Power Four schools, spending more than twice the FBS average of $2.6M. Expenses have climbed steadily from $3.8M in FY2021 to $6.4M in FY2025, with athletic student aid alone accounting for $2.1M of the current year's spending.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Michigan spend on Lacrosse?
University of Michigan Lacrosse reported $6,411,929 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $2,106,341.
How does University of Michigan Lacrosse spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, University of Michigan ranks 3rd overall in total expenses (3rd of 13 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.6M.
How is University of Michigan Lacrosse funded?
Like most Power Four Lacrosse programs, University of Michigan funds Lacrosse primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.