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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	The University of Tennessee-Martin	Football	149	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11151	38863	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 149 4.9% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
2	Eastern Illinois University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	129	65.35	910 – 1,130	14621	42694	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 129 19.4% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
3	Eastern Illinois University	Football	125	65.35	910 – 1,130	14621	42694	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 125 21.4% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
4	Tennessee State University	Football	123	70.18	890 – 1,070	9231	34160	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee State University Nashville, TN Found in Nashville, Tennessee State University accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 64% of students attending Tennessee State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 33%....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 123 21.8% Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $9,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,160
5	Southeast Missouri State University	Football	110	68.97	970 – 1,190	14843	38150	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 110 6.8% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
6	Tennessee Technological University	Football	104	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 104 1.9% Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
7	Lindenwood University	Football	102	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 102 1.0% Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
8	Southeast Missouri State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	96	68.97	970 – 1,190	14843	38150	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 96 4.0% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
9	University of Southern Indiana	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	96	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14066	42323	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 96 10.3% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
10	University of Arkansas at Little Rock	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	81	57.74	1,010 – 1,220	11225	40040	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of students attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 81 8.0% Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,040
11	Tennessee State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	75	70.18	890 – 1,070	9231	34160	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee State University Nashville, TN Found in Nashville, Tennessee State University accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 64% of students attending Tennessee State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 33%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 75 12.8% Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $9,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,160
12	The University of Tennessee-Martin	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	75	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11151	38863	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 75 11.9% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
13	Lindenwood University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	73	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 73 6.4% Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
14	Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	53	97.21	930 – 1,160	15182	46384	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville received 8,900 applications during the last admissions cycle. Many students major in Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 53 20.5% Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,384
15	University of Southern Indiana	Baseball	45	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14066	42323	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 45 13.5% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
16	Eastern Illinois University	Baseball	41	65.35	910 – 1,130	14621	42694	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 41 Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
17	University of Arkansas at Little Rock	Baseball	41	57.74	1,010 – 1,220	11225	40040	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of students attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 41 17.1% Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,040
18	Tennessee Technological University	Baseball	40	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 8.1% Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
19	The University of Tennessee-Martin	Baseball	40	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11151	38863	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 7.0% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
20	Eastern Illinois University	Soccer	38	65.35	910 – 1,130	14621	42694	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 38 46.2% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
21	Southeast Missouri State University	Baseball	38	68.97	970 – 1,190	14843	38150	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 38 7.3% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
22	Lindenwood University	Baseball	37	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 37 Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
23	Lindenwood University	Lacrosse	37	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 37 14.0% Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
24	Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville	Baseball	34	97.21	930 – 1,160	15182	46384	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville received 8,900 applications during the last admissions cycle. Many students major in Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 34 6.3% Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,384
25	University of Southern Indiana	Soccer	34	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14066	42323	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 34 6.3% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
26	University of Arkansas at Little Rock	Wrestling	33	57.74	1,010 – 1,220	11225	40040	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of students attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 33 10.8% Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,040
27	Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville	Wrestling	28	97.21	930 – 1,160	15182	46384	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville received 8,900 applications during the last admissions cycle. Many students major in Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 28 3.7% Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,384
28	University of Southern Indiana	Swimming and Diving (combined)	28	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14066	42323	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 28 27.3% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
29	Lindenwood University	Wrestling	27	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 27 6.9% Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
30	Lindenwood University	Ice Hockey	26	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Sport Ice Hockey # of Male Athletes 26 3.7% Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
31	Lindenwood University	Soccer	26	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 26 16.1% Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
32	Lindenwood University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	25	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 25 21.9% Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
33	Lindenwood University	Volleyball	24	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 24 14.3% Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
34	Eastern Illinois University	Swimming	22	65.35	910 – 1,130	14621	42694	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 22 22.2% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
35	Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville	Soccer	22	97.21	930 – 1,160	15182	46384	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville received 8,900 applications during the last admissions cycle. Many students major in Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 22 21.4% Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,384
36	Tennessee State University	Basketball	16	70.18	890 – 1,070	9231	34160	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee State University Nashville, TN Found in Nashville, Tennessee State University accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 64% of students attending Tennessee State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 33%....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $9,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,160
37	Tennessee Technological University	Basketball	16	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
38	University of Arkansas at Little Rock	Basketball	16	57.74	1,010 – 1,220	11225	40040	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of students attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,040
39	Eastern Illinois University	Basketball	15	65.35	910 – 1,130	14621	42694	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
40	Lindenwood University	Basketball	15	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 11.8% Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
41	Southeast Missouri State University	Basketball	15	68.97	970 – 1,190	14843	38150	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
42	University of Southern Indiana	Basketball	15	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14066	42323	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
43	Lindenwood University	Golf	14	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 14 12.5% Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
44	Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville	Basketball	14	97.21	930 – 1,160	15182	46384	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville received 8,900 applications during the last admissions cycle. Many students major in Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,384
45	The University of Tennessee-Martin	Basketball	14	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11151	38863	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
46	University of Southern Indiana	Golf	13	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14066	42323	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 13 8.3% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
47	University of Arkansas at Little Rock	Golf	10	57.74	1,010 – 1,220	11225	40040	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of students attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,040
48	Eastern Illinois University	Tennis	9	65.35	910 – 1,130	14621	42694	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
49	Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville	Golf	9	97.21	930 – 1,160	15182	46384	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville received 8,900 applications during the last admissions cycle. Many students major in Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,384
50	Tennessee Technological University	Golf	9	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
51	Tennessee Technological University	Cross Country	9	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
52	The University of Tennessee-Martin	Golf	9	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11151	38863	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
53	The University of Tennessee-Martin	Rodeo	9	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11151	38863	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Rodeo # of Male Athletes 9 57.1% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
54	Tennessee State University	Tennis	8	70.18	890 – 1,070	9231	34160	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee State University Nashville, TN Found in Nashville, Tennessee State University accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 64% of students attending Tennessee State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 33%....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $9,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,160
55	University of Southern Indiana	Tennis	8	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14066	42323	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 8 27.3% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
56	Eastern Illinois University	Golf	7	65.35	910 – 1,130	14621	42694	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 7 12.5% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
57	Tennessee Technological University	Tennis	7	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 7 Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
58	Lindenwood University	Tennis	6	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 6 40.0% Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
59	Tennessee State University	Golf	6	70.18	890 – 1,070	9231	34160	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee State University Nashville, TN Found in Nashville, Tennessee State University accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 64% of students attending Tennessee State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 33%....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 6 20.0% Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $9,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,160
60	Eastern Illinois University	Softball	0	65.35	910 – 1,130	14621	42694	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
61	Eastern Illinois University	Volleyball	0	65.35	910 – 1,130	14621	42694	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
62	Eastern Illinois University	Beach Volleyball	0	65.35	910 – 1,130	14621	42694	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
63	Lindenwood University	Field Hockey	0	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Sport Field Hockey # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
64	Lindenwood University	Gymnastics	0	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Sport Gymnastics # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
65	Lindenwood University	Softball	0	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
66	Lindenwood University	Beach Volleyball	0	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Sport Beach Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
67	Southeast Missouri State University	Gymnastics	0	68.97	970 – 1,190	14843	38150	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Sport Gymnastics # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
68	Southeast Missouri State University	Soccer	0	68.97	970 – 1,190	14843	38150	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
69	Southeast Missouri State University	Softball	0	68.97	970 – 1,190	14843	38150	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
70	Southeast Missouri State University	Tennis	0	68.97	970 – 1,190	14843	38150	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
71	Southeast Missouri State University	Volleyball	0	68.97	970 – 1,190	14843	38150	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
72	Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville	Softball	0	97.21	930 – 1,160	15182	46384	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville received 8,900 applications during the last admissions cycle. Many students major in Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,384
73	Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville	Tennis	0	97.21	930 – 1,160	15182	46384	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville received 8,900 applications during the last admissions cycle. Many students major in Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,384
74	Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville	Volleyball	0	97.21	930 – 1,160	15182	46384	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville received 8,900 applications during the last admissions cycle. Many students major in Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,384
75	Tennessee State University	Softball	0	70.18	890 – 1,070	9231	34160	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee State University Nashville, TN Found in Nashville, Tennessee State University accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 64% of students attending Tennessee State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 33%....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $9,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,160
76	Tennessee State University	Volleyball	0	70.18	890 – 1,070	9231	34160	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee State University Nashville, TN Found in Nashville, Tennessee State University accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 64% of students attending Tennessee State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 33%....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $9,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,160
77	Tennessee Technological University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
78	Tennessee Technological University	Soccer	0	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
79	Tennessee Technological University	Softball	0	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
80	Tennessee Technological University	Volleyball	0	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
81	Tennessee Technological University	Beach Volleyball	0	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
82	The University of Tennessee-Martin	Rifle	0	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11151	38863	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Rifle # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
83	The University of Tennessee-Martin	Soccer	0	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11151	38863	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
84	The University of Tennessee-Martin	Softball	0	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11151	38863	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
85	The University of Tennessee-Martin	Volleyball	0	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11151	38863	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
86	The University of Tennessee-Martin	Other Sports	0	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11151	38863	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
87	The University of Tennessee-Martin	Beach Volleyball	0	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11151	38863	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
88	The University of Tennessee-Martin	Equestrian	0	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11151	38863	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Equestrian # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
89	University of Arkansas at Little Rock	Soccer	0	57.74	1,010 – 1,220	11225	40040	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of students attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,040
90	University of Arkansas at Little Rock	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	57.74	1,010 – 1,220	11225	40040	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of students attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,040
91	University of Arkansas at Little Rock	Volleyball	0	57.74	1,010 – 1,220	11225	40040	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of students attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,040
92	University of Southern Indiana	Softball	0	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14066	42323	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
93	University of Southern Indiana	Volleyball	0	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14066	42323	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Ohio Valley Conference University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323

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

Football

149 4.9%

88.2%

1,010 – 1,210

$11,151

$38,863

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

129 19.4%

65.4%

910 – 1,130

$14,621

$42,694

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

Football

125 21.4%

65.4%

910 – 1,130

$14,621

$42,694

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

Football

123 21.8%

70.2%

890 – 1,070

$9,231

$34,160

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

Football

110 6.8%

69.0%

970 – 1,190

$14,843

$38,150

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

Football

104 1.9%

83.2%

1,040 – 1,280

$15,138

$43,759

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

Football

102 1.0%

56.8%

1,070 – 1,270

$18,698

$45,711

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

96 4.0%

69.0%

970 – 1,190

$14,843

$38,150

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

96 10.3%

95.8%

1,040 – 1,250

$14,066

$42,323

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

81 8.0%

57.7%

1,010 – 1,220

$11,225

$40,040

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

75 12.8%

70.2%

890 – 1,070

$9,231

$34,160

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