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AAC Mandates $10M Athletic Fund for Student-Athletes

3/13/2025

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Starting in 2025-26, AAC schools must allocate a minimum of $10 million in athletic revenue to athletes over three years.
This decision stems from a $2.8 billion settlement in the House v. NCAA case, permitting up to $20.5 million per school annually.
Army and Navy are exempt due to their unique scholarship policies.
Schools have flexibility in fund distribution, with annual compliance reviews.
Non-compliance with the $10 million requirement could threaten membership status.

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Story summary

Starting in 2025-26, AAC schools must allocate a minimum of $10 million in athletic revenue to athletes over three years.
This decision stems from a $2.8 billion settlement in the House v. NCAA case, permitting up to $20.5 million per school annually.
Army and Navy are exempt due to their unique scholarship policies.
Schools have flexibility in fund distribution, with annual compliance reviews.
Non-compliance with the $10 million requirement could threaten membership status.