University of North Carolina at Charlotte (CLT) Football Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of North Carolina at Charlotte (CLT)'s Football program reported $11.0M in revenue and $17.4M in expenses, for a net deficit of $6.4M. The program generated $11.0M in total revenue, led by Student Fees at $2.6M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Football data, University of North Carolina at Charlotte ranks 52nd overall in total expenses (10th of 36 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $36.5M. University of North Carolina at Charlotte competes in the American; financial data is available from FY2025 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$10,991,923
Total Expenses
$17,371,211
Net
-$6,379,288

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Student Fees$2,643,883
Indirect Institutional Support - Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Lease and Rental Fees$2,382,491
Contributions$2,368,101
Ticket Sales$1,564,721
Guarantees$1,500,000
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$261,949
Other Operating Revenue$231,297
In-Kind$32,630
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$6,802
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$49

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$3,314,114
Athletic Student Aid$2,669,517
Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee$2,382,491
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$1,377,567
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$1,322,349
Team Travel$1,212,650
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$1,184,648
Severance Payments$1,084,681
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$894,263
Recruiting$610,732
Game Expenses$602,381
Guarantees$270,000
Other Operating Expenses$228,029
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$150,609
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$54,960
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$10,220
Medical Expenses and Insurance$2,000
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.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte Football — Financial Context

Charlotte's football program generated $11.0M in revenue in FY2025, with student fees serving as the largest single source at $2.6M, highlighting the program's reliance on non-market income to fund operations. The program spent $17.4M against that revenue, with coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses representing the largest expense category at $3.3M, resulting in a $6.4M deficit. Ranked 52nd among 78 FBS programs by expenses, Charlotte's $17.4M spending sits well below the FBS average of $36.5M, reflecting the financial realities of building a relatively young program within the Group of Five.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for University of North Carolina at Charlotte Football?
The largest revenue category was Student Fees at $2,643,883 in FY2025.
How does University of North Carolina at Charlotte Football spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Football data, University of North Carolina at Charlotte ranks 52nd overall in total expenses (10th of 36 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $36.5M.
Is University of North Carolina at Charlotte Football profitable?
In FY2025, University of North Carolina at Charlotte Football reported a net deficit of $6.4M.