University of Texas at Austin Football Financial Data

NCAA Membership Financial Reporting System (MFRS) · SEC · Data available: FY2016–FY2025

In fiscal year 2025, University of Texas at Austin's Football program reported $181.1M in revenue and $73.9M in expenses, for a net surplus of $107.2M. The program generated $181.1M in total revenue, led by Ticket Sales at $62.8M. Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Football data, University of Texas at Austin ranks 7th overall in total expenses (7th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $36.5M. University of Texas at Austin competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2016 through FY2025.

FY2025 Overview

Total Revenue
$181,062,375
Total Expenses
$73,881,569
Net
+$107,180,806

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FY2025 Revenue Sources

CategoryAmount
Ticket Sales$62,800,601
Contributions$59,467,273
Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships$33,532,138
Football Bowl Revenues$15,404,485
Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales$5,462,468
Guarantees$1,652,000
Other Operating Revenue$1,274,330
Athletics Restricted Endowment and Investments Income$687,712
NCAA Distributions$462,606
In-Kind$205,055
Sports Camp Revenues$113,707

FY2025 Expense Breakdown

CategoryAmount
Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$23,638,841
Game Expenses$9,050,106
Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities$9,011,399
Football Bowl Expenses$7,780,153
Guarantees$4,900,000
Athletic Student Aid$4,542,330
Team Travel$3,738,960
Recruiting$3,372,619
Other Operating Expenses$2,268,084
Football Bowl Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses$1,810,000
Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel)$1,149,849
Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies$702,073
Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses$686,989
Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other)$561,430
Spirit Groups$336,555
Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion$98,521
Sports Camp Expenses$89,614
Medical Expenses and Insurance$83,906
Facilities Maintenance and Operations$45,075
Memberships and Dues$15,065
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
FY2025$181,062,375$73,881,569+$107.2M
FY2024$204,731,959$65,770,599+$139.0M
FY2023$182,957,539$61,042,363+$121.9M
FY2022$162,450,371$51,550,666+$110.9M
FY2021$98,170,395$43,648,896+$54.5M
FY2020$146,772,092$41,849,062+$104.9M

University of Texas at Austin Football — Financial Context

Ticket sales led all revenue sources at $62.8M, helping the football program generate $181.1M in total revenue against $73.9M in expenses for a $107.2M surplus in FY2025. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represented the program's largest expense category at $23.6M, contributing to total expenses that ranked 7th among 78 FBS programs and sat more than double the FBS average of $36.5M. Program expenses have grown steadily over six years, rising from $41.8M in FY2020 to $73.9M in FY2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main revenue sources for University of Texas at Austin Football?
The largest revenue category was Ticket Sales at $62,800,601 in FY2025.
How does University of Texas at Austin Football spending compare to other FBS programs?
Among the 78 FBS programs reporting Football data, University of Texas at Austin ranks 7th overall in total expenses (7th of 42 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $36.5M.
Is University of Texas at Austin Football profitable?
In FY2025, University of Texas at Austin Football reported a net surplus of $107.2M.