Best D3 Women's Equestrian Programs, Ranked by Operating Budget

A program's operating budget shows how much it spends to run the team day to day — from travel and equipment to coaching staff. Below, we've ranked all 18 D3 women's Equestrian programs by operating budget.

The average operating budget across D3 women's Equestrian programs is $33,465, with average recruiting spend around $2,296. Programs with larger budgets don't always offer more aid, but they tend to signal a higher level of institutional commitment.

Use this ranking to compare program spending, then read our guide on stacking athletic, academic, and need-based aid.