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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	Carthage College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	167	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 167 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
2	North Central College	Football	157	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 157 27.6% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
3	Augustana College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	150	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 150 2.0% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
4	Carthage College	Football	146	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 146 11.5% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
5	Wheaton College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	142	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 142 14.5% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
6	Augustana College	Football	140	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 140 Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
7	Washington University in St Louis	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	137	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 137 23.0% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
8	Illinois Wesleyan University	Football	133	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 133 1.5% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
9	Illinois Wesleyan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	132	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 132 29.4% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
10	Carroll University	Football	117	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 117 3.5% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
11	Wheaton College	Football	114	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 114 1.7% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
12	Washington University in St Louis	Football	109	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 109 12.4% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
13	North Central College	Track and Field (Indoor)	106	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Male Athletes 106 15.2% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
14	North Central College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	103	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 103 24.1% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
15	Elmhurst University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	100	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 100 13.6% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
16	Millikin University	Football	100	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 100 9.1% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
17	North Park University	Football	97	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 97 11.0% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
18	Elmhurst University	Football	76	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 76 17.4% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
19	Carroll University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	60	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 60 11.8% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
20	North Park University	Soccer	59	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 59 15.7% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
21	Augustana College	Baseball	56	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 56 3.4% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
22	Carthage College	Baseball	56	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 56 7.7% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
23	Illinois Wesleyan University	Baseball	56	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 56 7.7% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
24	North Central College	Wrestling	56	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 56 16.7% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
25	North Central College	Cross Country	53	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 53 12.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
26	Carroll University	Baseball	52	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 52 8.3% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
27	North Park University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	52	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 52 14.8% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
28	North Central College	Soccer	50	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 50 8.7% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
29	Carroll University	Soccer	49	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 49 12.5% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
30	Carthage College	Soccer	49	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 49 19.5% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
31	Millikin University	Track and Field (Indoor)	47	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Male Athletes 47 7.8% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
32	Millikin University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	47	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 47 Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
33	Illinois Wesleyan University	Lacrosse	45	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 45 2.2% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
34	Elmhurst University	Soccer	44	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 44 10.0% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
35	North Park University	Baseball	44	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 44 Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
36	Millikin University	Baseball	41	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 41 Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
37	Carthage College	Lacrosse	40	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 40 8.1% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
38	Elmhurst University	Baseball	39	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 5.4% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
39	North Central College	Baseball	39	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 18.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
40	Wheaton College	Baseball	39	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 2.6% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
41	Elmhurst University	Wrestling	38	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 38 18.8% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
42	Augustana College	Wrestling	37	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 37 Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
43	Elmhurst University	Lacrosse	37	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 37 12.1% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
44	Augustana College	Soccer	35	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 35 12.5% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
45	North Central College	Lacrosse	35	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 35 5.4% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
46	Carthage College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	34	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 34 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
47	Washington University in St Louis	Baseball	34	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 34 13.3% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
48	Washington University in St Louis	Swimming and Diving (combined)	34	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 34 Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
49	Wheaton College	Soccer	34	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 34 12.8% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
50	Illinois Wesleyan University	Soccer	33	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 33 25.0% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
51	Washington University in St Louis	Soccer	30	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 30 3.4% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
52	Millikin University	Soccer	29	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 21.6% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
53	North Park University	Basketball	29	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 29 26.1% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
54	Carroll University	Lacrosse	28	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 28 33.3% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
55	Carthage College	Golf	28	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 28 75.0% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
56	Carthage College	Basketball	27	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 27 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
57	Millikin University	Wrestling	27	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 27 18.2% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
58	Augustana College	Volleyball	26	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 26 30.0% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
59	Augustana College	Water Polo	26	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 26 36.8% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
60	North Park University	Volleyball	26	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 26 4.0% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
61	Wheaton College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	26	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 26 8.3% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
62	Augustana College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	25	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 25 Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
63	Illinois Wesleyan University	Volleyball	25	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 25 25.0% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
64	Augustana College	Basketball	24	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 24 4.3% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
65	Augustana College	Golf	24	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 24 140.0% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
66	Carthage College	Wrestling	24	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 24 26.3% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
67	Illinois Wesleyan University	Basketball	24	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 24 4.3% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
68	Augustana College	Lacrosse	23	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 23 25.8% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
69	Carthage College	Volleyball	23	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 23 15.0% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
70	Elmhurst University	Basketball	23	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 23 8.0% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
71	Millikin University	Cross Country	23	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 23 9.5% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
72	North Central College	Basketball	22	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 22 35.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
73	North Central College	Volleyball	22	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 22 10.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
74	Wheaton College	Wrestling	22	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 22 18.5% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
75	Millikin University	Basketball	21	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 21 12.5% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
76	Illinois Wesleyan University	Golf	20	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 20 Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
77	Elmhurst University	Golf	19	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 19 26.7% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
78	Carroll University	Basketball	18	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 14.3% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
79	Augustana College	Tennis	16	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
80	Washington University in St Louis	Basketball	16	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
81	Washington University in St Louis	Tennis	16	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 16 Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
82	Wheaton College	Basketball	16	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 27.3% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
83	Carroll University	Tennis	15	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 15 25.0% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
84	Carthage College	Tennis	15	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
85	North Central College	Golf	15	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 15 11.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
86	North Central College	Tennis	15	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
87	Carroll University	Golf	14	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 14 75.0% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
88	Illinois Wesleyan University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	13	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 13 30.0% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
89	Wheaton College	Tennis	12	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 12 20.0% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
90	Illinois Wesleyan University	Tennis	11	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 22.2% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
91	Illinois Wesleyan University	Wrestling	11	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 11 Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
92	Millikin University	Swimming	11	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 11 15.4% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
93	Carroll University	Swimming	10	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
94	Millikin University	Golf	10	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 16.7% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
95	North Park University	Golf	10	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 23.1% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
96	Elmhurst University	Tennis	7	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 7 22.2% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
97	North Central College	Swimming	7	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#97 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 7 16.7% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
98	Wheaton College	Golf	7	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#98 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 7 40.0% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
99	Millikin University	Tennis	4	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#99 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 4 60.0% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
100	Augustana College	Softball	0	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#100 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
101	Augustana College	Bowling	0	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#101 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Bowling # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
102	Carroll University	Softball	0	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#102 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
103	Carroll University	Volleyball	0	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#103 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
104	Carroll University	Bowling	0	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#104 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Bowling # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
105	Carthage College	Softball	0	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#105 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
106	Carthage College	Water Polo	0	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#106 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
107	Carthage College	Bowling	0	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#107 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Bowling # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
108	Elmhurst University	Softball	0	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#108 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
109	Elmhurst University	Volleyball	0	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#109 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
110	Elmhurst University	Bowling	0	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#110 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Bowling # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
111	Illinois Wesleyan University	Softball	0	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#111 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
112	Illinois Wesleyan University	Bowling	0	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#112 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Bowling # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
113	Millikin University	Softball	0	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#113 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
114	Millikin University	Volleyball	0	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#114 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
115	Millikin University	Other Sports	0	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#115 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Other Sports # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
116	North Central College	Softball	0	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#116 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
117	North Central College	Other Sports	0	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#117 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Other Sports # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
118	North Central College	Bowling	0	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#118 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Bowling # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
119	North Park University	Softball	0	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#119 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
120	North Park University	Tennis	0	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#120 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
121	North Park University	Other Sports	0	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#121 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Other Sports # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
122	Washington University in St Louis	Golf	0	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#122 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
123	Washington University in St Louis	Softball	0	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#123 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
124	Washington University in St Louis	Volleyball	0	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#124 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
125	Wheaton College	Softball	0	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#125 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
126	Wheaton College	Volleyball	0	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#126 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

167

87.1%

1,000 – 1,220

$24,962

$46,116

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Football

157 27.6%

77.3%

1,090 – 1,320

$24,190

$51,762

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

150 2.0%

62.8%

1,040 – 1,290

$24,695

$49,849

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Football

146 11.5%

87.1%

1,000 – 1,220

$24,962

$46,116

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

142 14.5%

90.0%

1,270 – 1,440

$31,346

$50,270

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Football

140

62.8%

1,040 – 1,290

$24,695

$49,849

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

137 23.0%

12.1%

1,480 – 1,560

$22,440

$78,073

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Football

133 1.5%

39.3%

1,150 – 1,370

$31,310

$56,082

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

132 29.4%

39.3%

1,150 – 1,370

$31,310

$56,082

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Football

117 3.5%

66.8%

1,070 – 1,280

$25,171

$54,456

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Football

114 1.7%

90.0%

1,270 – 1,440

$31,346

$50,270

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137
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