University of South Carolina Golf Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of South Carolina's Golf program reported $0 in revenue and $3.2M in expenses, for a net deficit of $3.2M. University of South Carolina's Golf program generates no direct revenue and is funded entirely through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, University of South Carolina ranks 11th overall in total expenses (10th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.0M. University of South Carolina competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2023 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$0
Total Expenses
$3,169,701
Net
-$3,169,701

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FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$1,137,008
Athletic Student Aid$721,130
Team Travel$251,877
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$235,432
Severance Payments$188,491
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$167,440
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$119,678
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$110,676
Recruiting$74,313
Memberships and Dues$71,445
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$46,246
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$12,023
Other Operating Expenses$11,611
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$8,440
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$8,250
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$5,641
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 Golf — Financial Context

The golf program operates entirely without direct revenue, producing a $3.2M deficit that is fully subsidized by the athletic department. At $3.2M in total expenses, South Carolina ranks 11th among 76 FBS programs and 10th among 41 Power Four schools, spending 60% more than the FBS average of $2.0M. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represent the program's single largest cost at $1.1M, accounting for roughly one-third of total expenditures.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of South Carolina spend on Golf?
University of South Carolina Golf reported $3,169,701 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $1,137,008.
How does University of South Carolina Golf spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, University of South Carolina ranks 11th overall in total expenses (10th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.0M.
How is University of South Carolina Golf funded?
Like most Power Four Golf programs, University of South Carolina funds Golf primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.