University of South Carolina Football Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · SEC · Data available: FY2023–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University of South Carolina's Football program reported $0 in revenue and $55.9M in expenses, for a net deficit of $55.9M. University of South Carolina's Football program generates no direct revenue and is funded entirely through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Football data, University of South Carolina ranks 15th overall in total expenses (15th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $36.5M. University of South Carolina competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2023 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$0
Total Expenses
$55,859,501
Net
-$55,859,501

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FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$17,235,073
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$7,750,815
Game Expenses$5,990,506
Athletic Student Aid$5,794,846
Guarantees$3,600,000
Team Travel$2,891,029
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$2,721,188
Football Bowl Expenses$2,013,446
Recruiting$1,845,227
Athletic Facilities Debt Service, Leases and Rental Fee$1,329,475
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$1,241,837
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$1,004,167
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$935,870
Other Operating Expenses$829,548
Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$423,101
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$195,395
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$56,993
Memberships and Dues$985
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 South Carolina Football — Financial Context

The football program reported no direct revenue in FY2025, resulting in a full expense-driven deficit of $55.9M, which must be covered by other athletic department funds or institutional support. At $55.9M in total expenses, South Carolina ranks 15th among 78 FBS programs and 15th among 41 Power Four schools, spending significantly above the FBS average of $36.5M. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represent the single largest cost driver at $17.2M, accounting for nearly one-third of the program's total expenses.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for University of South Carolina Football?
University of South Carolina Football reported $0 in total revenue in FY2025 per NCAA MFRS filings.
How does University of South Carolina Football spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Football data, University of South Carolina ranks 15th overall in total expenses (15th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $36.5M.
Is University of South Carolina Football profitable?
In FY2025, University of South Carolina Football reported a net deficit of $55.9M.