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ACC Posts $826M Revenue, Distributes $736M, Clemson Leads

5/23/2026

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The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) generated $826.5 million in revenue for fiscal year July 1 2024 – June 30 2025.
It distributed $736.6 million to its 18 member schools, giving legacy members at least $42.8 million each (averaging $47.1 million) and new members between $17 million and $22.9 million.
Clemson received $55.1 million, the highest payout among schools.
Commissioner Jim Phillips earned over $4.6 million.
Legal costs fell to at least $8.3 million in FY 2025.

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Story summary

The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) generated $826.5 million in revenue for fiscal year July 1 2024 – June 30 2025.
It distributed $736.6 million to its 18 member schools, giving legacy members at least $42.8 million each (averaging $47.1 million) and new members between $17 million and $22.9 million.
Clemson received $55.1 million, the highest payout among schools.
Commissioner Jim Phillips earned over $4.6 million.
Legal costs fell to at least $8.3 million in FY 2025.