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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	California State University-Long Beach	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	109	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 109 23.9% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
2	California State University-Fullerton	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	89	90.52	--	6283	48558	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 89 7.2% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
3	California State University-Northridge	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	82	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 82 8.9% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
4	University of California-Riverside	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	80	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 80 6.7% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
5	University of California-San Diego	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	53	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 53 32.1% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
6	University of California-Santa Barbara	Baseball	46	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 46 Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
7	University of California-Santa Barbara	Track and Field (Outdoor)	46	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 46 Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
8	California State University-Northridge	Baseball	44	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 44 Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
9	California State University-Fullerton	Baseball	42	90.52	--	6283	48558	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 10.5% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
10	University of California-Irvine	Baseball	40	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 5.3% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
11	University of California-San Diego	Baseball	40	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 11.1% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
12	California State University-Bakersfield	Baseball	39	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 2.5% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
13	California State University-Long Beach	Baseball	37	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 37 15.9% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
14	University of California-Riverside	Baseball	37	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 37 2.6% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
15	California State University-Northridge	Soccer	36	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 36 2.7% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
16	University of California-San Diego	Rowing	36	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes 36 12.2% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
17	University of California-Santa Barbara	Soccer	34	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 34 3.0% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
18	California State University-Bakersfield	Wrestling	32	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 32 3.0% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
19	University of California-Irvine	Track and Field (Outdoor)	32	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 32 6.7% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
20	University of California-Santa Barbara	Water Polo	32	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 32 11.1% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
21	California State University-Fullerton	Soccer	31	90.52	--	6283	48558	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 31 29.5% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
22	University of California-San Diego	Water Polo	30	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 30 Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
23	University of California-Santa Barbara	Swimming	30	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 30 3.4% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
24	California State University-Long Beach	Volleyball	29	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 29 7.4% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
25	University of California-Riverside	Soccer	29	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 9.4% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
26	University of California-San Diego	Soccer	29	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 9.4% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
27	University of California-Irvine	Soccer	28	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 28 9.7% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
28	California State University-Long Beach	Water Polo	27	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 27 12.9% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
29	University of California-Irvine	Water Polo	26	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 26 Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
30	California State University-Bakersfield	Soccer	25	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 25 7.4% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
31	California State University-Northridge	Volleyball	23	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 23 4.5% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
32	University of California-San Diego	Swimming	23	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 23 17.9% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
33	University of California-San Diego	Volleyball	23	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 23 4.5% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
34	University of California-Santa Barbara	Cross Country	22	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 22 4.8% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
35	California State University-Fullerton	Water Polo	21	90.52	--	6283	48558	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 21 0.0% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
36	University of California-Santa Barbara	Volleyball	20	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 20 13.0% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
37	California State University-Bakersfield	Swimming and Diving (combined)	19	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 19 5.0% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
38	California State University-Bakersfield	Track and Field (Outdoor)	19	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 19 9.5% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
39	University of California-Irvine	Volleyball	19	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 19 13.6% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
40	University of California-San Diego	Fencing	19	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Fencing # of Male Athletes 19 9.5% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
41	California State University-Northridge	Basketball	18	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
42	University of California-Santa Barbara	Basketball	18	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
43	California State University-Long Beach	Basketball	16	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
44	University of California-Irvine	Basketball	16	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
45	University of California-San Diego	Basketball	16	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 14.3% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
46	California State University-Fullerton	Basketball	15	90.52	--	6283	48558	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
47	University of California-Riverside	Basketball	15	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
48	University of California-San Diego	Tennis	15	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 15 25.0% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
49	California State University-Bakersfield	Basketball	14	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 14 7.7% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
50	California State University-Long Beach	Golf	12	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
51	California State University-Fullerton	Golf	11	90.52	--	6283	48558	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 26.7% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
52	University of California-Irvine	Cross Country	11	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 11 Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
53	University of California-Santa Barbara	Golf	11	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 8.3% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
54	University of California-San Diego	Golf	10	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 9.1% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
55	University of California-Irvine	Tennis	9	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
56	University of California-Riverside	Tennis	8	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
57	University of California-Santa Barbara	Tennis	8	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 8 27.3% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
58	California State University-Northridge	Golf	7	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 7 12.5% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
59	University of California-Irvine	Golf	7	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 7 12.5% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
60	University of California-Riverside	Golf	7	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 7 22.2% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
61	California State University-Bakersfield	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
62	California State University-Bakersfield	Golf	0	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
63	California State University-Bakersfield	Softball	0	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
64	California State University-Bakersfield	Volleyball	0	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
65	California State University-Bakersfield	Beach Volleyball	0	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
66	California State University-Fullerton	Softball	0	90.52	--	6283	48558	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
67	California State University-Fullerton	Tennis	0	90.52	--	6283	48558	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
68	California State University-Fullerton	Volleyball	0	90.52	--	6283	48558	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
69	California State University-Long Beach	Soccer	0	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
70	California State University-Long Beach	Softball	0	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
71	California State University-Long Beach	Tennis	0	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
72	California State University-Long Beach	Beach Volleyball	0	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
73	California State University-Northridge	Softball	0	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
74	California State University-Northridge	Tennis	0	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
75	California State University-Northridge	Water Polo	0	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
76	California State University-Northridge	Beach Volleyball	0	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
77	University of California-Irvine	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
78	University of California-Riverside	Softball	0	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
79	University of California-Riverside	Volleyball	0	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
80	University of California-San Diego	Softball	0	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
81	University of California-Santa Barbara	Softball	0	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
82	University of California-Santa Barbara	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852

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Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

109 23.9%

46.3%

1,030 – 1,240

$9,731

$50,062

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Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

89 7.2%

90.5%

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$6,283

$48,558

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

82 8.9%

92.2%

900 – 1,110

$8,222

$44,372

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

80 6.7%

76.9%

1,090 – 1,310

$13,533

$48,593

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

53 32.1%

26.8%

1,290 – 1,490

$13,293

$65,669

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference

Baseball

46

33.0%

1,260 – 1,480

$15,283

$56,852

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference

Track and Field (Outdoor)

46

33.0%

1,260 – 1,480

$15,283

$56,852

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference

Baseball

44

92.2%

900 – 1,110

$8,222

$44,372

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference

Baseball

42 10.5%

90.5%

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$6,283

$48,558

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference

Baseball

40 5.3%

28.8%

1,240 – 1,440

$14,647

$56,210

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Big West Conference

Baseball

40 11.1%

26.8%

1,290 – 1,490

$13,293

$65,669

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