University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (UNC) Swimming and Diving 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 Swimming and Diving program reported $1.8M in revenue and $3.2M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.5M. The program generated $1.8M in total revenue, led by Contributions at $1.4M. Among the 56 FBS programs reporting Swimming and Diving data, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill ranks 19th overall in total expenses (19th of 33 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.7M. University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill competes in the ACC; financial data is available from FY2025 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$1,760,181
Total Expenses
$3,229,077
Net
-$1,468,896

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$1,366,535
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$159,188
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$85,000
Direct Institutional Support$56,692
NCAA Distributions$55,132
Conference Distributions of Football Bowl Generated Revenue$20,426
In-Kind$14,000
Other Operating Revenue$3,018
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$190

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$1,168,221
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$942,476
Team Travel$278,424
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$193,738
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$179,236
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$140,018
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$83,830
Recruiting$77,736
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$62,414
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$46,000
Other Operating Expenses$35,552
Memberships and Dues$8,440
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$7,482
Game Expenses$5,510
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 Swimming and Diving — Financial Context

Donor support is the financial backbone of the Tar Heels' Swimming and Diving program, with contributions accounting for $1.4M of the program's $1.8M in total FY2025 revenue. At $3.2M in expenses — well above the FBS average of $2.7M and ranking 19th among all 56 FBS programs — the program carries a $1.5M deficit, with athletic student aid representing the single largest cost at $1.2M.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill spend on Swimming and Diving?
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Swimming and Diving reported $3,229,077 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $1,168,221.
How does University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Swimming and Diving spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 56 FBS programs reporting Swimming and Diving data, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill ranks 19th overall in total expenses (19th of 33 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.7M.
How is University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Swimming and Diving funded?
Like most Power Four Swimming and Diving programs, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill funds Swimming and Diving primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.