University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (UNC) Men's Basketball Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (UNC)'s Men's Basketball program reported $41.4M in revenue and $16.8M in expenses, for a net surplus of $24.7M. The program generated $41.4M in total revenue, led by Ticket Sales at $17.2M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Men's Basketball data, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill ranks 14th overall in total expenses (13th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $10.2M. University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill competes in the ACC; financial data is available from FY2025 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$41,415,014
Total Expenses
$16,762,760
Net
+$24,652,254

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Ticket Sales$17,186,994
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$7,406,296
Media Rights$6,796,098
NCAA Distributions$3,244,190
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$2,550,414
Contributions$1,693,298
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$1,637,556
Guarantees$430,290
Conference Distributions of Football Bowl Generated Revenue$297,048
In-Kind$122,000
Direct Institutional Support$50,830

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$5,487,126
Team Travel$3,273,880
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$2,029,375
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$1,695,157
Game Expenses$1,056,921
Athletic Student Aid$557,813
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$524,304
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$492,068
Guarantees$380,000
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$313,308
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$310,901
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$256,785
Recruiting$222,154
Other Operating Expenses$140,466
Medical Expenses and Insurance$14,640
Memberships and Dues$4,552
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$3,310
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, Chapel Hill Men's Basketball — Financial Context

The Tar Heels' men's basketball program generated $41.4M in revenue against $16.8M in expenses in FY2025, producing a $24.7M surplus, with ticket sales leading the way at $17.2M. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represented the program's largest cost at $5.5M, accounting for roughly one-third of total expenses. At $16.8M in expenses, UNC ranks 14th among 78 FBS programs and 13th among 41 Power Four schools, spending well above the FBS average of $10.2M.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Men's Basketball?
The largest revenue category was Ticket Sales at $17,186,994 in FY2025.
How does University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Men's Basketball spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Men's Basketball data, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill ranks 14th overall in total expenses (13th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $10.2M.
Is University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Men's Basketball profitable?
In FY2025, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Men's Basketball reported a net surplus of $24.7M.