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Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve 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	Texas Christian University	Football	151	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 151 4.4% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
2	Iowa State University	Football	139	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 139 3.7% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
3	Brigham Young University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	134	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 134 15.5% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
4	University of Kansas	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	134	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 134 12.6% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
5	University of Houston	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	133	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Houston Houston, TX Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 133 10.8% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
6	The University of Texas at Austin	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	128	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 128 24.3% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
7	Iowa State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	127	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 127 7.6% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
8	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Football	127	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 127 0.8% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
9	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Football	126	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 126 5.9% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
10	Kansas State University	Football	124	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 124 0.8% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
11	Texas Tech University	Football	122	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 122 1.6% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
12	Brigham Young University	Football	121	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 121 2.4% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
13	The University of Texas at Austin	Football	121	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 121 1.6% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
14	University of Central Florida	Football	121	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 121 Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
15	University of Houston	Football	121	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Houston Houston, TX Sport Football # of Male Athletes 121 1.6% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
16	University of Kansas	Football	118	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 118 4.1% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
17	Texas Tech University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	117	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 117 17.0% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
18	West Virginia University	Football	116	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 116 4.1% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
19	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	Football	115	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 115 3.4% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
20	Baylor University	Football	111	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 111 5.1% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
21	Texas Christian University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	110	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 110 15.8% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
22	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	100	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 100 1.0% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
23	Kansas State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	83	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 83 33.1% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
24	Baylor University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	70	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 70 16.7% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
25	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	68	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 68 9.3% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
26	University of Houston	Baseball	48	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Houston Houston, TX Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 48 9.1% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
27	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	47	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 47 11.9% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
28	Baylor University	Baseball	43	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 43 7.5% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
29	The University of Texas at Austin	Baseball	43	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 43 2.4% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
30	Iowa State University	Wrestling	42	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 42 8.7% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
31	University of Central Florida	Baseball	42	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 7.7% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
32	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	Baseball	42	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 13.5% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
33	University of Kansas	Baseball	42	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 5.0% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
34	Brigham Young University	Baseball	41	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 41 4.7% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
35	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Baseball	40	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
36	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Wrestling	40	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 40 8.1% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
37	Texas Christian University	Baseball	40	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 11.1% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
38	Texas Tech University	Baseball	40	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 4.8% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
39	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Baseball	40	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 5.3% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
40	West Virginia University	Baseball	40	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 8.1% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
41	Kansas State University	Baseball	39	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 2.5% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
42	West Virginia University	Wrestling	38	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 38 2.7% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
43	The University of Texas at Austin	Swimming and Diving (combined)	35	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 35 20.5% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
44	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Wrestling	33	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 33 8.3% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
45	West Virginia University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	31	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 31 3.1% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
46	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	Swimming and Diving (combined)	30	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 30 3.2% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
47	Brigham Young University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	29	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 29 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
48	University of Central Florida	Soccer	29	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
49	West Virginia University	Soccer	28	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 28 6.7% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
50	Texas Christian University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	25	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 25 13.8% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
51	Brigham Young University	Volleyball	20	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 20 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
52	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Gymnastics	20	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Gymnastics # of Male Athletes 20 4.8% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
53	Texas Christian University	Basketball	17	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 5.6% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
54	University of Central Florida	Basketball	17	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
55	University of Kansas	Basketball	17	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
56	Brigham Young University	Basketball	16	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 11.1% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
57	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Basketball	16	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
58	The University of Texas at Austin	Basketball	16	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 14.3% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
59	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	Basketball	16	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
60	Iowa State University	Basketball	15	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 15.4% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
61	University of Houston	Golf	15	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Houston Houston, TX Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
62	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Basketball	15	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
63	Baylor University	Basketball	14	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
64	Kansas State University	Basketball	14	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
65	Texas Tech University	Basketball	14	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 14 Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
66	University of Houston	Basketball	14	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Houston Houston, TX Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 14 7.7% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
67	West Virginia University	Basketball	14	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 14 Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
68	Baylor University	Tennis	12	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 12 33.3% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
69	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Tennis	12	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
70	Texas Christian University	Golf	12	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 12 14.3% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
71	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Golf	12	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 12 Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
72	West Virginia University	Golf	12	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 12 33.3% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
73	Baylor University	Golf	11	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
74	The University of Texas at Austin	Golf	11	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
75	University of Central Florida	Golf	11	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
76	University of Kansas	Golf	11	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
77	Brigham Young University	Golf	10	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 9.1% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
78	Brigham Young University	Tennis	10	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
79	Iowa State University	Golf	10	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 11.1% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
80	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Golf	10	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
81	Texas Christian University	Tennis	10	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 10 25.0% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
82	Texas Tech University	Golf	10	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 9.1% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
83	The University of Texas at Austin	Tennis	10	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 10 11.1% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
84	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	Golf	10	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
85	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Tennis	10	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
86	Kansas State University	Golf	9	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
87	Texas Tech University	Tennis	9	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
88	University of Central Florida	Tennis	9	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big Twelve Conference University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 9 28.6% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137