University of New Mexico (UNM) Track and Field Finances FY2025

University of New Mexico (UNM) Track and Field Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · Mountain West · Data available: FY2017–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University of New Mexico (UNM)'s Track and Field program reported $280K in revenue and $3.0M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.7M. The largest revenue source was Contributions at $233K. Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, University of New Mexico ranks 44th overall in total expenses (5th of 35 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $3.9M. University of New Mexico competes in the Mountain West; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue

$279,908

Total Expenses

$2,954,736

Net

-$2,674,828

FY2025 Revenue Sources

Category	Amount
Contributions	$233,300
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income	$36,742
Other Operating Revenue	$9,866

Category	Amount
Athletic Student Aid	$1,640,178
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities	$533,948
Team Travel	$330,221
Game Expenses	$116,016
Recruiting	$85,746
Other Operating Expenses	$79,796
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)	$60,981
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies	$45,550
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities	$31,554
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses	$17,768
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses	$10,000
Memberships and Dues	$1,272
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion	$994
Medical Expenses and Insurance	$712

Category

Amount

Athletic Student Aid

$1,640,178

Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities

$533,948

Team Travel

$330,221

Game Expenses

$116,016

Recruiting

$85,746

Other Operating Expenses

$79,796

Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)

$60,981

Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies

$45,550

Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities

$31,554

Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses

$17,768

NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses

$10,000

Memberships and Dues

$1,272

Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion

$994

Medical Expenses and Insurance

$712

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 Year	Revenue	Expenses	Net
FY2025	$279,908	$2,954,736	-$2.7M
FY2024	$372,800	$2,894,686	-$2.5M
FY2023	$299,565	$2,325,617	-$2.0M
FY2022	$159,658	$1,882,110	-$1.7M
FY2021	$31,749	$1,490,512	-$1.5M
FY2020	$152,740	$1,486,523	-$1.3M

Fiscal Year

Revenue

Expenses

Net

FY2025

$279,908

$2,954,736

-$2.7M

FY2024

$372,800

$2,894,686

-$2.5M

FY2023

$299,565

$2,325,617

-$2.0M

FY2022

$159,658

$1,882,110

-$1.7M

FY2021

$31,749

$1,490,512

-$1.5M

FY2020

$152,740

$1,486,523

-$1.3M

University of New Mexico Track and Field — Financial Context

The Lobos' track and field program operated at a $2.7M deficit in FY2025, generating just $280K in revenue — nearly all of it from contributions at $233K — against $3.0M in total expenses. Athletic student aid drove the majority of spending at $1.6M, accounting for more than half of the program's cost. Expenses have doubled over the past five years, climbing steadily from $1.5M in FY2020 to $3.0M in FY2025, though the program still spends below the FBS average of $3.9M, ranking 44th among 77 FBS programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of New Mexico spend on Track and Field?

University of New Mexico Track and Field reported $2,954,736 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $1,640,178.

How does University of New Mexico Track and Field spending compare to other FBS programs?

Among the 77 FBS programs reporting Track and Field data, University of New Mexico ranks 44th overall in total expenses (5th of 35 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $3.9M.

How is University of New Mexico Track and Field funded?

Like most Group of Five Track and Field programs, University of New Mexico funds Track and Field primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.