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Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference

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Rank	Institution	Sport	# of Male Athletes	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Football	152	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 152 7.8% Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
2	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	145	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 145 9.8% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
3	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	142	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 142 10.9% Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
4	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Football	142	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 142 7.2% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
5	University of Oregon	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	140	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 140 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
6	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	137	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 137 3.8% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
7	Michigan State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	135	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 135 8.9% Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
8	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Football	133	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 133 1.5% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
9	Purdue University-Main Campus	Football	130	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 130 5.7% Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
10	University of Iowa	Football	129	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 129 0.8% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
11	University of Oregon	Football	129	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 129 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
12	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Football	128	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 128 4.9% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
13	University of California-Los Angeles	Football	127	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 127 Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
14	University of Iowa	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	127	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 127 10.4% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
15	Indiana University-Bloomington	Football	126	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 126 0.8% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
16	Indiana University-Bloomington	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	124	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 124 1.6% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
17	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Football	124	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 124 2.5% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
18	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Football	123	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 123 Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
19	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Football	120	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 120 3.2% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
20	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Football	120	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 71% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Sport Football # of Male Athletes 120 3.4% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $14,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
21	University of Maryland-College Park	Football	118	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 118 1.7% Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
22	Michigan State University	Football	116	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 116 2.7% Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
23	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Football	116	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 116 4.5% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
24	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	114	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 114 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
25	University of Southern California	Football	113	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 113 Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
26	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	107	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 107 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
27	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	104	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 104 4.0% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
28	Northwestern University	Football	103	7.69	1,510 – 1,560	23341	76844	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Northwestern University Evanston, IL A founding member of the Big Ten Conference, top sports for the Wildcats include Football, Basketball, and Swimming and Diving (combined). Willie the Wildcat cheers them on and the colors are purple and white....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 103 7.2% Acceptance Rate 7.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,844
29	Purdue University-Main Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	97	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 97 4.3% Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
30	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	87	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 87 Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
31	University of California-Los Angeles	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	80	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 80 Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
32	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	75	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 71% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 75 19.4% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $14,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
33	University of Southern California	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	74	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 74 Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
34	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Lacrosse	59	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 59 5.4% Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
35	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Rowing	57	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes 57 Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
36	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Lacrosse	56	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 56 3.7% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
37	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Lacrosse	54	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 54 3.8% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
38	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	54	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 54 5.3% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
39	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Lacrosse	53	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 53 3.9% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
40	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Rowing	53	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes 53 8.6% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
41	University of Maryland-College Park	Lacrosse	50	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 50 Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
42	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Baseball	47	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 47 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
43	Indiana University-Bloomington	Baseball	46	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 46 6.1% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
44	University of Iowa	Baseball	46	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 46 4.5% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
45	Indiana University-Bloomington	Swimming and Diving (combined)	45	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 45 21.6% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
46	University of Oregon	Baseball	43	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 43 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
47	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Baseball	42	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 2.4% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
48	University of California-Los Angeles	Baseball	42	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
49	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Baseball	42	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 2.4% Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
50	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Baseball	42	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
51	Michigan State University	Baseball	41	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 41 5.1% Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
52	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Swimming	41	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 41 2.4% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
53	University of Iowa	Wrestling	41	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 41 7.9% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
54	University of Southern California	Baseball	41	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 41 Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
55	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Baseball	40	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 2.6% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
56	Purdue University-Main Campus	Baseball	40	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 4.8% Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
57	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Swimming and Diving (combined)	39	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 39 5.4% Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
58	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Baseball	39	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 5.4% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
59	Purdue University-Main Campus	Swimming	38	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 38 2.7% Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
60	University of Maryland-College Park	Baseball	38	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 38 5.6% Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
61	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Baseball	37	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 71% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 37 2.8% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $14,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
62	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Wrestling	37	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 37 2.8% Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
63	Michigan State University	Wrestling	36	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 36 Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
64	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Wrestling	36	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 36 9.1% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
65	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Baseball	36	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 36 Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
66	Northwestern University	Baseball	35	7.69	1,510 – 1,560	23341	76844	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Northwestern University Evanston, IL A founding member of the Big Ten Conference, top sports for the Wildcats include Football, Basketball, and Swimming and Diving (combined). Willie the Wildcat cheers them on and the colors are purple and white....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 35 Acceptance Rate 7.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,844
67	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Soccer	35	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 35 Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
68	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Wrestling	34	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 34 3.0% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
69	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Wrestling	34	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 34 5.6% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
70	University of Southern California	Swimming and Diving (combined)	34	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 34 Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
71	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Swimming and Diving (combined)	33	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 33 10.0% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
72	Purdue University-Main Campus	Wrestling	33	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 33 13.8% Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
73	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Wrestling	33	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 71% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 33 10.0% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $14,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
74	University of Maryland-College Park	Wrestling	33	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 33 Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
75	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Soccer	33	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 33 Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
76	Indiana University-Bloomington	Soccer	32	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 32 3.0% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
77	Indiana University-Bloomington	Wrestling	32	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 32 8.6% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
78	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Swimming and Diving (combined)	32	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 32 18.5% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
79	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Fencing	31	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Fencing # of Male Athletes 31 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
80	University of California-Los Angeles	Water Polo	31	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 31 Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
81	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Wrestling	31	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 31 6.9% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
82	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Soccer	30	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 30 6.3% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
83	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Wrestling	30	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 30 11.8% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
84	Northwestern University	Soccer	29	7.69	1,510 – 1,560	23341	76844	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Northwestern University Evanston, IL A founding member of the Big Ten Conference, top sports for the Wildcats include Football, Basketball, and Swimming and Diving (combined). Willie the Wildcat cheers them on and the colors are purple and white....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 Acceptance Rate 7.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,844
85	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Wrestling	29	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 29 9.4% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
86	University of Southern California	Water Polo	29	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 29 Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
87	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Soccer	29	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 16.0% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
88	Michigan State University	Ice Hockey	28	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Ice Hockey # of Male Athletes 28 Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
89	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Soccer	28	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 28 6.7% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
90	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Soccer	28	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 28 7.7% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
91	University of Maryland-College Park	Soccer	28	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 28 3.4% Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
92	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Swimming and Diving (combined)	28	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 28 9.7% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
93	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Fencing	27	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Fencing # of Male Athletes 27 6.9% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
94	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Ice Hockey	27	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Ice Hockey # of Male Athletes 27 Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
95	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Ice Hockey	27	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Sport Ice Hockey # of Male Athletes 27 Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
96	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Ice Hockey	26	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Ice Hockey # of Male Athletes 26 3.7% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
97	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Ice Hockey	26	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#97 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Ice Hockey # of Male Athletes 26 7.1% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
98	University of California-Los Angeles	Soccer	26	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#98 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 26 Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
99	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Ice Hockey	26	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#99 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Sport Ice Hockey # of Male Athletes 26 Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
100	Michigan State University	Soccer	25	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#100 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 25 10.7% Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
101	Northwestern University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	25	7.69	1,510 – 1,560	23341	76844	#101 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Northwestern University Evanston, IL A founding member of the Big Ten Conference, top sports for the Wildcats include Football, Basketball, and Swimming and Diving (combined). Willie the Wildcat cheers them on and the colors are purple and white....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 25 4.2% Acceptance Rate 7.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,844
102	University of Maryland-College Park	Track and Field (Outdoor)	25	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#102 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 25 7.4% Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
103	University of California-Los Angeles	Volleyball	24	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#103 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 24 Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
104	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Gymnastics	24	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#104 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Gymnastics # of Male Athletes 24 Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
105	Northwestern University	Wrestling	23	7.69	1,510 – 1,560	23341	76844	#105 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Northwestern University Evanston, IL A founding member of the Big Ten Conference, top sports for the Wildcats include Football, Basketball, and Swimming and Diving (combined). Willie the Wildcat cheers them on and the colors are purple and white....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 23 8.0% Acceptance Rate 7.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,844
106	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Gymnastics	21	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#106 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Gymnastics # of Male Athletes 21 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
107	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Volleyball	20	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#107 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 20 5.3% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
108	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Volleyball	20	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#108 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 20 9.1% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
109	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Gymnastics	20	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#109 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 71% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Sport Gymnastics # of Male Athletes 20 4.8% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $14,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
110	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Gymnastics	20	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#110 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Gymnastics # of Male Athletes 20 4.8% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
111	University of Southern California	Volleyball	19	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#111 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 19 Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
112	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Basketball	18	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#112 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 12.5% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
113	Indiana University-Bloomington	Basketball	17	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#113 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
114	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Gymnastics	17	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#114 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Gymnastics # of Male Athletes 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
115	Purdue University-Main Campus	Basketball	17	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#115 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
116	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Basketball	17	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#116 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
117	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Basketball	17	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#117 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 5.6% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
118	University of Oregon	Basketball	17	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#118 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
119	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Basketball	17	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#119 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
120	University of Iowa	Basketball	16	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#120 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
121	Michigan State University	Basketball	15	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#121 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
122	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Basketball	15	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#122 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
123	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Basketball	15	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#123 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
124	University of California-Los Angeles	Basketball	15	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#124 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
125	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Basketball	15	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#125 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 71% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 15.4% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $14,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
126	University of Maryland-College Park	Basketball	15	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#126 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
127	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Basketball	15	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#127 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
128	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Basketball	15	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#128 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
129	Northwestern University	Basketball	14	7.69	1,510 – 1,560	23341	76844	#129 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Northwestern University Evanston, IL A founding member of the Big Ten Conference, top sports for the Wildcats include Football, Basketball, and Swimming and Diving (combined). Willie the Wildcat cheers them on and the colors are purple and white....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 14 7.7% Acceptance Rate 7.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,844
130	University of Oregon	Golf	14	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#130 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 14 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
131	University of Southern California	Basketball	14	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#131 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 14 Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
132	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Tennis	13	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#132 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 13 8.3% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
133	Purdue University-Main Campus	Tennis	13	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#133 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 13 62.5% Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
134	Indiana University-Bloomington	Tennis	12	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#134 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 12 7.7% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
135	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Golf	12	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#135 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 12 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
136	Purdue University-Main Campus	Golf	12	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#136 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 12 Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
137	Indiana University-Bloomington	Golf	11	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#137 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
138	University of California-Los Angeles	Golf	11	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#138 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
139	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Tennis	11	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#139 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 71% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $14,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
140	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Golf	11	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#140 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
141	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Tennis	11	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#141 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 22.2% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
142	University of Oregon	Tennis	11	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#142 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
143	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Golf	11	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#143 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 8.3% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
144	Michigan State University	Tennis	10	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#144 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
145	Northwestern University	Tennis	10	7.69	1,510 – 1,560	23341	76844	#145 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Northwestern University Evanston, IL A founding member of the Big Ten Conference, top sports for the Wildcats include Football, Basketball, and Swimming and Diving (combined). Willie the Wildcat cheers them on and the colors are purple and white....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 10 16.7% Acceptance Rate 7.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,844
146	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Golf	10	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#146 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 25.0% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
147	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Tennis	10	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#147 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 10 11.1% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
148	University of California-Los Angeles	Tennis	10	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#148 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
149	University of Iowa	Golf	10	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#149 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 25.0% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
150	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Golf	10	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#150 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 9.1% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
151	Northwestern University	Golf	9	7.69	1,510 – 1,560	23341	76844	#151 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Northwestern University Evanston, IL A founding member of the Big Ten Conference, top sports for the Wildcats include Football, Basketball, and Swimming and Diving (combined). Willie the Wildcat cheers them on and the colors are purple and white....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 7.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,844
152	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Golf	9	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#152 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 71% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $14,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
153	University of Maryland-College Park	Golf	9	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#153 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
154	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Golf	9	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#154 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
155	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Tennis	9	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#155 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 9 25.0% Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
156	University of Southern California	Golf	9	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#156 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
157	University of Southern California	Tennis	9	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#157 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
158	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Golf	9	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#158 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
159	Michigan State University	Golf	8	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#159 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 8 20.0% Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
160	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Golf	8	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#160 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
161	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Tennis	8	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#161 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
162	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Tennis	7	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#162 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 7 Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
163	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Diving	6	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#163 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Ten Conference Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Diving # of Male Athletes 6 14.3% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438