In fiscal year 2025, University of Nevada, Las Vegas's Football program reported $14.6M in revenue and $21.8M in expenses, for a net deficit of $7.2M. The program generated $14.6M in total revenue, led by Ticket Sales at $7.4M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Football data, University of Nevada, Las Vegas ranks 50th overall in total expenses (8th of 36 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $36.5M. University of Nevada, Las Vegas competes in the Mountain West; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ticket Sales | $7,447,790 |
| Media Rights | $2,069,952 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $1,531,610 |
| Direct Institutional Support | $1,311,588 |
| Guarantees | $1,075,000 |
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $891,144 |
| Contributions | $171,572 |
| Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income | $46,532 |
| In-Kind | $26,071 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $6,007,404 |
| Athletic Student Aid | $4,476,775 |
| Game Expenses | $3,057,441 |
| Team Travel | $1,878,288 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $1,636,967 |
| Recruiting | $1,052,879 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $1,051,371 |
| Football Bowl Expenses | $913,704 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $653,314 |
| Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses | $463,719 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $259,758 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $174,314 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $139,040 |
| Memberships and Dues | $1,275 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $1,011 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $14,571,259 | $21,767,260 | -$7.2M |
| FY2024 | $12,761,519 | $21,203,761 | -$8.4M |
| FY2023 | $12,300,431 | $18,678,052 | -$6.4M |
| FY2022 | $15,194,109 | $13,775,798 | +$1.4M |
| FY2021 | $4,932,866 | $12,255,673 | -$7.3M |
| FY2020 | $8,624,736 | $12,950,125 | -$4.3M |
Ticket sales drove $7.4 million of the program's $14.6 million in total revenue in FY2025, though that wasn't enough to offset $21.8 million in expenses, resulting in a $7.2 million deficit. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represented the largest expense category at $6.0 million, contributing to a total cost structure that ranks 50th among 78 FBS programs and 9th among 37 Group of Five schools — well below the FBS average of $36.5 million. Expenses have grown significantly over recent years, nearly doubling from $12.3 million in FY2021 to
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