University of South Florida (USF) Golf Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · American · Data available: FY2017–FY2024

In fiscal year 2024, University of South Florida (USF)'s Golf program reported $212K in revenue and $1.7M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.5M. The largest revenue source was Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships at $120K. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, University of South Florida ranks 42nd overall in total expenses (4th of 34 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M. University of South Florida competes in the American; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2024.

FY2024 Overview

Total Revenue
$212,389
Total Expenses
$1,665,607
Net
-$1,453,218

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FY2024 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$120,000
Contributions$38,986
Other Operating Revenue$32,400
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$19,636
Conference Distributions (Non Media and Non Football Bowl)$1,367

FY2024 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$542,201
Athletic Student Aid$522,402
Team Travel$246,875
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$195,343
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$53,280
Game Expenses$36,952
Recruiting$28,304
Other Operating Expenses$18,435
Medical Expenses and Insurance$11,616
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$5,524
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$3,655
Memberships and Dues$1,020
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.

Year-over-Year Trend

Fiscal YearRevenueExpensesNet
FY2024$212,389$1,665,607-$1.5M
FY2023$203,612$1,325,351-$1.1M
FY2022$223,329$1,316,746-$1.1M
FY2021$136,910$978,016-$841K
FY2020$140,502$971,432-$831K
FY2019$225,689$1,147,875-$922K

University of South Florida Golf — Financial Context

The golf program generated $212K in total revenue in FY2024, with royalties, licensing, advertisements, and sponsorships accounting for $120K of that figure, while expenses reached $1.7M — resulting in a $1.5M deficit. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represented the program's largest expense at $542K, driving costs that rank 42nd among 76 FBS programs and 5th among 35 Group of Five schools. Notably, program expenses have risen sharply in recent years, climbing from $971K in FY2020 to $1.7M in FY2024, though they remain below the FBS average of $

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does University of South Florida spend on Golf?
University of South Florida Golf reported $1,665,607 in total expenses in FY2024. The largest expense was Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities at $542,201.
How does University of South Florida Golf spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Golf data, University of South Florida ranks 42nd overall in total expenses (4th of 34 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.0M.
How is University of South Florida Golf funded?
Like most Group of Five Golf programs, University of South Florida funds Golf primarily through shared athletic department revenues, which flow from football and basketball at most FBS institutions.