University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (UNC) Wrestling 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 Wrestling program reported $1.3M in revenue and $2.0M in expenses, for a net deficit of $741K. The program generated $1.3M in total revenue, led by Contributions at $860K. Among the 28 FBS programs reporting Wrestling data, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill ranks 16th overall in total expenses (15th of 20 Power Four programs) — below 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
$1,268,373
Total Expenses
$2,009,090
Net
-$740,717

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Contributions$860,110
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$205,038
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$75,000
Ticket Sales$68,315
NCAA Distributions$22,330
In-Kind$14,000
Media Rights$12,000
Direct Institutional Support$7,000
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$2,144
Other Operating Revenue$1,763
Conference Distributions of Football Bowl Generated Revenue$673

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$707,034
Athletic Student Aid$630,672
Team Travel$168,490
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$145,709
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$74,717
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$69,858
Recruiting$62,910
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$35,373
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$32,078
Game Expenses$28,874
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$25,000
Other Operating Expenses$16,913
Memberships and Dues$5,159
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$3,721
Medical Expenses and Insurance$2,178
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$375
NCAA Non-Football Host Expense Settlements$29
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 Wrestling — Financial Context

The wrestling program generated $1.3 million in revenue in FY2025, with contributions accounting for the majority at $860K, while expenses reached $2.0 million — led by coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses at $707K — resulting in a $741K deficit. At $2.0 million in total expenses, the program ranks 16th among the 28 FBS schools sponsoring wrestling and 15th among Power Four programs, spending notably below the FBS average of $2.7 million.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill spend on Wrestling?
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Wrestling reported $2,009,090 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $707,034.
How does University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Wrestling spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 28 FBS programs reporting Wrestling data, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill ranks 16th overall in total expenses (15th of 20 Power Four programs) — below the FBS average of $2.7M.
How is University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Wrestling funded?
Like most Power Four Wrestling programs, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill funds Wrestling primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.