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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	Pacific University	Football	155	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 155 6.9% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
2	George Fox University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	139	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 139 13.7% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
3	Linfield University	Football	122	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 122 2.4% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
4	George Fox University	Football	114	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 114 7.3% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
5	Whitworth University	Football	114	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 114 3.4% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
6	Lewis & Clark College	Football	95	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 95 35.7% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
7	University of Puget Sound	Football	82	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 82 5.7% Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
8	University of Puget Sound	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	79	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 79 8.1% Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
9	Willamette University	Football	78	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 78 6.8% Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
10	George Fox University	Baseball	56	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 56 14.3% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
11	Whitworth University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	55	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 55 5.2% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
12	Whitworth University	Track and Field (Indoor)	54	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Male Athletes 54 6.9% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
13	Pacific University	Basketball	51	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 51 13.6% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
14	Linfield University	Baseball	50	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 50 13.6% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
15	University of Puget Sound	Baseball	50	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 50 28.2% Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
16	Whitworth University	Baseball	45	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 45 21.6% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
17	Pacific University	Baseball	44	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 44 18.5% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
18	Pacific University	Track and Field (Indoor)	43	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Male Athletes 43 13.2% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
19	Pacific University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	41	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 41 5.1% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
20	Linfield University	Soccer	40	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 40 11.1% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
21	Willamette University	Baseball	40	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 14.3% Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
22	Lewis & Clark College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	39	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 39 Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
23	Whitman College	Baseball	36	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 36 12.5% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
24	Pacific University	Soccer	34	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 34 3.0% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
25	Whitman College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	34	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 34 6.3% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
26	Willamette University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	34	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 34 Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
27	George Fox University	Soccer	33	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 33 10.0% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
28	Lewis & Clark College	Baseball	32	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 32 6.7% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
29	Lewis & Clark College	Soccer	31	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 31 63.2% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
30	University of Puget Sound	Soccer	31	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 31 6.1% Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
31	Willamette University	Soccer	31	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 31 Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
32	Whitworth University	Soccer	28	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 28 Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
33	Whitman College	Soccer	27	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 27 3.6% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
34	Pacific University	Wrestling	26	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 26 44.4% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
35	Linfield University	Track and Field (Indoor)	24	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Male Athletes 24 29.4% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
36	Linfield University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	24	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 24 29.4% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
37	Lewis & Clark College	Cross Country	23	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 23 9.5% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
38	University of Puget Sound	Basketball	20	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 20 17.6% Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
39	Whitman College	Swimming	20	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 20 Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
40	Whitworth University	Cross Country	20	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 20 5.3% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
41	Linfield University	Basketball	19	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 19 17.4% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
42	George Fox University	Basketball	18	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 20.0% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
43	Lewis & Clark College	Basketball	18	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 12.5% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
44	Linfield University	Swimming	18	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 18 21.7% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
45	Whitman College	Tennis	18	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 18 20.0% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
46	Whitworth University	Swimming	18	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 18 12.5% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
47	Willamette University	Basketball	18	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
48	George Fox University	Swimming	17	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
49	Whitman College	Basketball	16	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
50	Whitworth University	Basketball	16	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 11.1% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
51	Lewis & Clark College	Rowing	15	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes 15 11.8% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
52	Linfield University	Wrestling	15	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 15 31.8% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
53	University of Puget Sound	Tennis	15	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 15 25.0% Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
54	Pacific University	Cross Country	13	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 13 Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
55	University of Puget Sound	Swimming	13	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 13 8.3% Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
56	Willamette University	Golf	13	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 13 Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
57	Lewis & Clark College	Tennis	12	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 12 20.0% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
58	Linfield University	Tennis	12	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
59	Whitworth University	Tennis	12	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 12 20.0% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
60	Willamette University	Swimming	12	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 12 20.0% Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
61	Willamette University	Tennis	12	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 12 20.0% Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
62	George Fox University	Tennis	11	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 22.2% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
63	Linfield University	Golf	11	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 22.2% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
64	Whitman College	Golf	10	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 11.1% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
65	Lewis & Clark College	Swimming	9	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 9 25.0% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
66	Linfield University	Cross Country	9	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
67	Whitworth University	Golf	9	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 18.2% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
68	George Fox University	Golf	8	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 8 33.3% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
69	Pacific University	Golf	8	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 8 11.1% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
70	Pacific University	Tennis	8	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 8 27.3% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
71	University of Puget Sound	Golf	8	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 8 11.1% Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
72	Willamette University	Cross Country	8	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
73	Lewis & Clark College	Golf	5	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 5 16.7% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
74	Pacific University	Swimming	4	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 4 Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
75	University of Puget Sound	Rowing	4	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes 4 60.0% Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
76	George Fox University	Lacrosse	0	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
77	George Fox University	Softball	0	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
78	George Fox University	Volleyball	0	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
79	George Fox University	Other Sports	0	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Other Sports # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
80	Lewis & Clark College	Lacrosse	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
81	Lewis & Clark College	Softball	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
82	Lewis & Clark College	Volleyball	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
83	Linfield University	Lacrosse	0	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
84	Linfield University	Softball	0	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
85	Linfield University	Volleyball	0	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
86	Pacific University	Lacrosse	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
87	Pacific University	Rowing	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
88	Pacific University	Softball	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
89	Pacific University	Volleyball	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
90	University of Puget Sound	Lacrosse	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
91	University of Puget Sound	Softball	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
92	University of Puget Sound	Volleyball	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
93	Whitman College	Lacrosse	0	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
94	Whitman College	Volleyball	0	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
95	Whitworth University	Lacrosse	0	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
96	Whitworth University	Softball	0	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
97	Whitworth University	Volleyball	0	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#97 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
98	Willamette University	Lacrosse	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#98 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
99	Willamette University	Softball	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#99 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
100	Willamette University	Volleyball	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#100 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
101	Willamette University	Other Sports	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#101 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Other Sports # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932

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

Football

155 6.9%

89.6%

940 – 1,290

$34,809

$46,936

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

139 13.7%

93.5%

1,060 – 1,340

$30,649

$53,568

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

Football

122 2.4%

85.2%

1,050 – 1,240

$31,462

$70,643

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

Football

114 7.3%

93.5%

1,060 – 1,340

$30,649

$53,568

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

Football

114 3.4%

86.8%

1,100 – 1,340

$27,491

$49,510

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

Football

95 35.7%

78.5%

1,240 – 1,400

$38,247

$43,608

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

Football

82 5.7%

72.3%

1,200 – 1,390

$42,301

$46,802

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

79 8.1%

72.3%

1,200 – 1,390

$42,301

$46,802

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

Football

78 6.8%

77.1%

1,260 – 1,420

$27,716

$38,932

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

Baseball

56 14.3%

93.5%

1,060 – 1,340

$30,649

$53,568

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

Track and Field (Outdoor)

55 5.2%

86.8%

1,100 – 1,340

$27,491

$49,510

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