University of Michigan Track and Field Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Michigan's Track and Field program reported $678K in revenue and $6.3M in expenses, for a net deficit of $5.7M. The largest revenue source was Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income at $310K. Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, University of Michigan ranks 14th overall in total expenses (14th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.9M. University of Michigan competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$678,100
Total Expenses
$6,336,376
Net
-$5,658,276

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$309,832
Contributions$228,407
Other Operating Revenue$76,066
NCAA Distributions$44,704
In-Kind$15,833
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$3,258

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$2,255,912
Team Travel$1,229,170
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$909,239
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$564,656
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$340,014
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$265,936
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$264,329
Recruiting$165,461
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$110,898
Game Expenses$108,726
Other Operating Expenses$108,386
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$12,045
Memberships and Dues$1,604
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$678,100$6,336,376-$5.7M
FY2024$559,949$6,312,052-$5.8M
FY2023$402,276$5,747,091-$5.3M
FY2022$320,606$4,642,222-$4.3M
FY2021$299,166$4,216,875-$3.9M
FY2020$270,041$4,205,744-$3.9M

University of Michigan Track and Field — Financial Context

Michigan's track and field program operates at a $5.7M deficit, with $6.3M in expenses ranking 14th among FBS programs and well above the $3.9M FBS average. Athletic Student Aid represents the program's largest expense at $2.3M, while Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investment Income — totaling $310K — is the leading revenue source, helping offset a modest $678K total revenue haul. Program costs have grown significantly over the past five years, rising from $4.2M in FY2020 to $6.3M in FY2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Michigan spend on Track and Field?
University of Michigan Track and Field reported $6,336,376 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $2,255,912.
How does University of Michigan Track and Field spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, University of Michigan ranks 14th overall in total expenses (14th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $3.9M.
How is University of Michigan Track and Field funded?
Like most Power Four Track and Field programs, University of Michigan funds Track and Field primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.