University of Minnesota Ice Hockey Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Big Ten · Data available: FY2018–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University of Minnesota's Ice Hockey program reported $10.8M in revenue and $10.7M in expenses, for a net surplus of $117K. The program generated $10.8M in total revenue, led by Ticket Sales at $4.1M. Among the 11 FBS programs reporting Ice Hockey data, University of Minnesota ranks 2nd overall in total expenses (2nd of 6 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $7.4M. University of Minnesota competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2018 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$10,788,384
Total Expenses
$10,671,112
Net
+$117,272

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Ticket Sales$4,088,968
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$3,261,905
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$1,330,443
Contributions$1,311,360
NCAA Distributions$349,356
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$205,534
Conference Distributions of Football Bowl Generated Revenue$194,849
Guarantees$40,000
Other Operating Revenue$5,969

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$2,270,849
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$2,193,791
Athletic Student Aid$1,799,320
Team Travel$1,079,634
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$595,839
Game Expenses$521,828
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$500,897
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$296,379
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$289,844
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$230,543
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$230,373
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$201,432
Recruiting$112,656
NCAA Non-Football Host Expense Settlements$103,008
Other Operating Expenses$82,439
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$80,202
Guarantees$77,500
Spirit Groups$3,178
Memberships and Dues$1,400
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$10,788,384$10,671,112+$117K
FY2024$8,642,984$9,624,530-$982K
FY2023$6,178,273$9,090,884-$2.9M
FY2022$4,861,288$8,499,818-$3.6M
FY2021$770,108$5,794,871-$5.0M
FY2020$5,121,140$7,740,616-$2.6M

University of Minnesota Ice Hockey — Financial Context

Ticket sales drove $4.1M of the program's $10.8M in FY2025 revenue, helping generate a modest $117K surplus despite $10.7M in expenses that rank 2nd among all 11 FBS ice hockey programs and nearly $3.3M above the FBS average. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represented the program's single largest cost at $2.3M, reflecting the investment required to compete at the sport's highest level. Expenses have climbed steadily from $8.5M in FY2022 to $10.7M in FY2025, a trajectory that will require continued revenue growth to maintain financial balance

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for University of Minnesota Ice Hockey?
The largest revenue category was Ticket Sales at $4,088,968 in FY2025.
How does University of Minnesota Ice Hockey spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 11 FBS programs reporting Ice Hockey data, University of Minnesota ranks 2nd overall in total expenses (2nd of 6 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $7.4M.
Is University of Minnesota Ice Hockey profitable?
In FY2025, University of Minnesota Ice Hockey reported a net surplus of $117K.