University of Minnesota Rowing Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Minnesota's Rowing program reported $428K in revenue and $2.8M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.4M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $262K. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Rowing data, University of Minnesota ranks 10th overall in total expenses (10th of 19 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.8M. University of Minnesota competes in the Big Ten; financial data is available from FY2018 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$428,042
Total Expenses
$2,817,815
Net
-$2,389,773

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$262,398
Indirect Institutional Support - Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Lease and Rental Fees$144,960
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$19,684
Other Operating Revenue$1,000

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$1,096,061
Team Travel$359,127
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$313,516
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$299,923
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$175,945
Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee$144,960
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$137,612
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$127,397
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$88,000
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$39,403
Other Operating Expenses$20,933
Recruiting$10,679
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$3,509
Memberships and Dues$750
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$428,042$2,817,815-$2.4M
FY2024$230,917$2,559,574-$2.3M
FY2023$202,302$2,255,955-$2.1M
FY2022$229,868$1,980,986-$1.8M
FY2021$203,736$1,894,221-$1.7M
FY2020$224,085$1,848,411-$1.6M

University of Minnesota Rowing — Financial Context

Minnesota's rowing program generated $428K in FY2025 revenue, with contributions accounting for the majority at $262K, while expenses reached $2.8M — resulting in a $2.4M deficit. Athletic student aid represented the program's single largest cost at $1.1M, nearly matching total revenues on its own. Expenses have grown steadily from $1.8M in FY2020 to $2.8M in FY2025, a 56% increase over five years, placing the program 10th among the 25 FBS schools sponsoring rowing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of Minnesota spend on Rowing?
University of Minnesota Rowing reported $2,817,815 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $1,096,061.
How does University of Minnesota Rowing spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Rowing data, University of Minnesota ranks 10th overall in total expenses (10th of 19 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.8M.
How is University of Minnesota Rowing funded?
Like most Power Four Rowing programs, University of Minnesota funds Rowing primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.