University of South Carolina Soccer Financial Data

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

In fiscal year 2025, University of South Carolina's Soccer program reported $0 in revenue and $5.0M in expenses, for a net deficit of $5.0M. University of South Carolina's Soccer program generates no direct revenue and is funded entirely through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Soccer data, University of South Carolina ranks 8th overall in total expenses (8th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.9M. University of South Carolina competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2023 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$0
Total Expenses
$4,957,901
Net
-$4,957,901

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FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Athletic Student Aid$1,744,637
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$1,235,395
Team Travel$542,002
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$436,530
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$288,121
Game Expenses$206,349
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$198,333
Recruiting$104,116
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$40,192
NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses$33,966
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$30,553
Other Operating Expenses$27,878
Guarantees$24,142
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$13,802
NCAA Non-Football Host Expense Settlements$12,873
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$10,522
Memberships and Dues$8,490
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 Soccer — Financial Context

South Carolina's soccer program operates at a $5.0 million deficit, as it generates no direct revenue while carrying some of the heaviest expenses in college soccer nationally. At $5.0 million in total spending, the Gamecocks rank 8th among 78 FBS programs and 8th among Power Four schools, spending well above the FBS average of $2.9 million. Athletic student aid is the program's single largest cost driver at $1.7 million, reflecting a significant institutional investment in scholarships alone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of South Carolina spend on Soccer?
University of South Carolina Soccer reported $4,957,901 in total expenses in FY2025. The largest expense was Athletic Student Aid at $1,744,637.
How does University of South Carolina Soccer spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Soccer data, University of South Carolina ranks 8th overall in total expenses (8th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.9M.
How is University of South Carolina Soccer funded?
Like most Power Four Soccer programs, University of South Carolina funds Soccer primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.