Sports coaches at Rivier University received an average salary of $54,730 in 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
This figure ranks as the third-highest coaching salary among New Hampshire’s post-secondary institutions.
At Rivier University, male coaches leading men’s teams earned an average of $56,971, whereas female coaches of women’s teams earned $52,770.
The university employed a total of 15 sports coaches during that year
A Knight Commission report projects that within a decade, some Power 5 football coaches will earn more than their schools spend on scholarships and medical care for all athletes. The study estimates more than $1 billion in new annual revenue from the expanded College Football Playoff and media rights deals. By 2032, nearly half of public Power 5 schools could reach this ‘crossover point.’
| Institution | Salary |
|---|---|
| The University of New Hampshire-Main Campus | $148,345 |
| Dartmouth College | $119,210 |
| Rivier University | $54,730 |
| Southern New Hampshire University | $54,258 |
| New England College | $49,895 |
| Franklin Pierce University | $48,225 |
| Saint Anselm College | $42,444 |
| Keene State College | $40,318 |
| Plymouth State University | $23,783 |
| Colby-Sawyer College | $22,756 |
Information in this story was obtained from the U.S. Department of Education. The source data can be found here.



