University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) Football Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of Mississippi (Ole Miss)'s Football program reported $90.8M in revenue and $61.9M in expenses, for a net surplus of $28.9M. The program generated $90.8M in total revenue, led by Contributions at $24.4M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Football data, University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) ranks 12th overall in total expenses (12th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $36.5M. University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2018 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$90,803,274
Total Expenses
$61,881,227
Net
+$28,922,047

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$24,373,253
Ticket Sales$21,830,623
Media Rights$21,562,698
Conference Distributions of Football Bowl Generated Revenue$15,274,213
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$4,675,278
Direct Institutional Support$1,416,378
Other Operating Revenue$855,605
In-Kind$276,665
Football Bowl Revenues$209,185
Sports Camp Revenues$123,599
NCAA Distributions$120,298
Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl)$53,319
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$32,160

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$20,136,804
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$6,899,646
Athletic Student Aid$4,725,907
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$4,606,502
Guarantees$3,700,000
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$3,640,661
Game Expenses$3,129,829
Football Bowl Expenses$3,123,284
Team Travel$2,858,445
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$2,404,339
Recruiting$1,874,372
Other Operating Expenses$1,694,466
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$1,166,731
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$706,945
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$474,240
Medical Expenses and Insurance$323,105
Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$219,497
Severance Payments$162,470
Sports Camp Expenses$33,284
Memberships and Dues$700
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$90,803,274$61,881,227+$28.9M
FY2024$75,260,701$57,122,596+$18.1M
FY2023$72,504,708$60,203,672+$12.3M
FY2022$73,774,407$55,107,688+$18.7M
FY2021$49,111,536$38,313,502+$10.8M
FY2020$53,015,900$44,375,627+$8.6M

University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) Football — Financial Context

Contributions lead Ole Miss football's revenue at $24.4M, helping drive total revenue to $90.8M against $61.9M in expenses for a $28.9M surplus in FY2025. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represent the program's single largest cost at $20.1M, reflecting a significant investment in on-field leadership. At $61.9M, Ole Miss ranks 12th in expenses among both FBS and Power Four programs, spending well above the FBS average of $36.5M while expenses have grown steadily from $38.3M in FY2021.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) Football?
The largest revenue category was Contributions at $24,373,253 in FY2025.
How does University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) Football spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Football data, University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) ranks 12th overall in total expenses (12th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $36.5M.
Is University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) Football profitable?
In FY2025, University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) Football reported a net surplus of $28.9M.