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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	University of Oregon	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	140	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 140 23.9% Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
2	University of Colorado Boulder	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	134	81.15	1,190 – 1,400	22640	54939	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO The Boulder campus is the flagship school of the University of Colorado system. It was actually founded a few months before Colorado became a state in 1876. Athletes, called the Buffaloes, are part of the Pacific-12 Conference....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 134 1.5% Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
3	Washington State University	Football	134	87.97	1,020 – 1,260	18155	53510	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 37% of students will......Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 134 2.3% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
4	University of California-Berkeley	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	130	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Pacific-12 Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 130 1.6% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
5	University of Oregon	Football	129	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 129 2.4% Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
6	Oregon State University	Football	127	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	21868	50843	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 127 5.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
7	University of California-Los Angeles	Football	127	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 127 9.3% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
8	University of Utah	Football	127	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	13341	55239	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 127 15.9% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
9	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	Football	125	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	16401	52843	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 86% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 125 2.5% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $16,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
10	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Football	123	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 123 4.2% Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
11	University of California-Berkeley	Football	121	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Pacific-12 Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 121 4.3% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
12	University of Colorado Boulder	Football	121	81.15	1,190 – 1,400	22640	54939	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO The Boulder campus is the flagship school of the University of Colorado system. It was actually founded a few months before Colorado became a state in 1876. Athletes, called the Buffaloes, are part of the Pacific-12 Conference....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 121 Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
13	University of Arizona	Football	113	86.14	1,100 – 1,330	18144	47665	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Arizona Tucson, AZ The University of Arizona is older than the state, having been founded in 1885 (Arizona only became a state in 1912). A public research university, the school charges $50 for undergraduate applications. The Arizona Wildcats, or simply “Cats,” play in the Pacific-12 Conference. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 113 0.9% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
14	University of Southern California	Football	113	10.02	1,440 – 1,550	41496	74461	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 113 2.6% Acceptance Rate 10.0% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
15	Washington State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	108	87.97	1,020 – 1,260	18155	53510	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 37% of students will......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 108 Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
16	Stanford University	Football	107	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 107 3.6% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
17	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	87	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 87 10.1% Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
18	Stanford University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	81	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 81 8.0% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
19	University of California-Los Angeles	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	80	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 80 21.6% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
20	University of Arizona	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	78	86.14	1,100 – 1,330	18144	47665	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Arizona Tucson, AZ The University of Arizona is older than the state, having been founded in 1885 (Arizona only became a state in 1912). A public research university, the school charges $50 for undergraduate applications. The Arizona Wildcats, or simply “Cats,” play in the Pacific-12 Conference. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 78 1.3% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
21	University of Southern California	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	74	10.02	1,440 – 1,550	41496	74461	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 74 2.8% Acceptance Rate 10.0% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
22	University of California-Berkeley	Rowing	73	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Pacific-12 Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes 73 9.0% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
23	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	72	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	16401	52843	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 86% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 72 2.9% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $16,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
24	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Rowing	57	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes 57 1.8% Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
25	University of California-Berkeley	Other Sports	53	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Pacific-12 Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Other Sports # of Male Athletes 53 1.9% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
26	Oregon State University	Rowing	49	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	21868	50843	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes 49 14.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
27	University of California-Berkeley	Baseball	49	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Pacific-12 Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 49 40.0% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
28	University of Utah	Lacrosse	49	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	13341	55239	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 49 5.8% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
29	Oregon State University	Wrestling	44	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	21868	50843	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 44 4.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
30	University of Oregon	Baseball	43	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 43 4.4% Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
31	University of California-Los Angeles	Baseball	42	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 13.5% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
32	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Baseball	42	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 5.0% Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
33	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	Swimming and Diving (combined)	41	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	16401	52843	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 86% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 41 10.8% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $16,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
34	Oregon State University	Baseball	41	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	21868	50843	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 41 13.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
35	University of Southern California	Baseball	41	10.02	1,440 – 1,550	41496	74461	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 41 2.5% Acceptance Rate 10.0% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
36	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	Baseball	40	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	16401	52843	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 86% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 5.3% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $16,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
37	University of California-Berkeley	Swimming and Diving (combined)	40	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Pacific-12 Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 40 Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
38	University of Utah	Baseball	40	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	13341	55239	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 5.3% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
39	University of Arizona	Baseball	39	86.14	1,100 – 1,330	18144	47665	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Arizona Tucson, AZ The University of Arizona is older than the state, having been founded in 1885 (Arizona only became a state in 1912). A public research university, the school charges $50 for undergraduate applications. The Arizona Wildcats, or simply “Cats,” play in the Pacific-12 Conference. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 2.5% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
40	Washington State University	Baseball	39	87.97	1,020 – 1,260	18155	53510	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 37% of students will......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 11.4% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
41	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	Wrestling	36	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	16401	52843	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 86% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 36 7.7% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $16,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
42	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Soccer	35	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 35 2.9% Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
43	Stanford University	Baseball	34	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 34 5.6% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
44	University of Arizona	Swimming and Diving (combined)	34	86.14	1,100 – 1,330	18144	47665	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Arizona Tucson, AZ The University of Arizona is older than the state, having been founded in 1885 (Arizona only became a state in 1912). A public research university, the school charges $50 for undergraduate applications. The Arizona Wildcats, or simply “Cats,” play in the Pacific-12 Conference. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 34 8.1% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
45	University of Southern California	Swimming and Diving (combined)	34	10.02	1,440 – 1,550	41496	74461	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 34 Acceptance Rate 10.0% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
46	University of Utah	Swimming and Diving (combined)	33	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	13341	55239	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 33 2.9% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
47	University of California-Berkeley	Water Polo	32	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Pacific-12 Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 32 6.7% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
48	University of California-Los Angeles	Water Polo	31	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 31 11.4% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
49	Oregon State University	Soccer	30	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	21868	50843	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 30 9.1% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
50	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	Ice Hockey	29	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	16401	52843	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 86% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Sport Ice Hockey # of Male Athletes 29 Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $16,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
51	Stanford University	Rowing	29	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes 29 3.6% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
52	Stanford University	Soccer	29	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
53	University of California-Berkeley	Soccer	29	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Pacific-12 Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 7.4% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
54	University of Southern California	Water Polo	29	10.02	1,440 – 1,550	41496	74461	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 29 3.3% Acceptance Rate 10.0% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
55	Stanford University	Wrestling	27	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 27 Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
56	University of California-Los Angeles	Soccer	26	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 26 10.3% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
57	Stanford University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	24	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 24 17.2% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
58	University of California-Berkeley	Gymnastics	24	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Pacific-12 Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Gymnastics # of Male Athletes 24 20.0% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
59	University of California-Los Angeles	Volleyball	24	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 24 14.3% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
60	Stanford University	Water Polo	21	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 21 10.5% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
61	University of Colorado Boulder	Basketball	20	81.15	1,190 – 1,400	22640	54939	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO The Boulder campus is the flagship school of the University of Colorado system. It was actually founded a few months before Colorado became a state in 1876. Athletes, called the Buffaloes, are part of the Pacific-12 Conference....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 20 11.1% Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
62	Stanford University	Gymnastics	19	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Gymnastics # of Male Athletes 19 5.0% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
63	Stanford University	Volleyball	19	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 19 Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
64	University of Arizona	Basketball	19	86.14	1,100 – 1,330	18144	47665	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Arizona Tucson, AZ The University of Arizona is older than the state, having been founded in 1885 (Arizona only became a state in 1912). A public research university, the school charges $50 for undergraduate applications. The Arizona Wildcats, or simply “Cats,” play in the Pacific-12 Conference. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 19 Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
65	University of California-Berkeley	Basketball	19	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Pacific-12 Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 19 26.7% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
66	University of Southern California	Volleyball	19	10.02	1,440 – 1,550	41496	74461	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 19 5.0% Acceptance Rate 10.0% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
67	Washington State University	Basketball	18	87.97	1,020 – 1,260	18155	53510	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 37% of students will......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
68	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	Basketball	17	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	16401	52843	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 86% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 10.5% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $16,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
69	University of Oregon	Basketball	17	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
70	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Basketball	17	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
71	Oregon State University	Basketball	16	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	21868	50843	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
72	Stanford University	Basketball	16	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 14.3% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
73	University of Utah	Basketball	16	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	13341	55239	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
74	University of California-Los Angeles	Basketball	15	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
75	University of California-Berkeley	Golf	14	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Pacific-12 Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 14 27.3% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
76	University of Colorado Boulder	Skiing	14	81.15	1,190 – 1,400	22640	54939	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO The Boulder campus is the flagship school of the University of Colorado system. It was actually founded a few months before Colorado became a state in 1876. Athletes, called the Buffaloes, are part of the Pacific-12 Conference....Read more Sport Skiing # of Male Athletes 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
77	University of Oregon	Golf	14	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 14 7.7% Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
78	University of Southern California	Basketball	14	10.02	1,440 – 1,550	41496	74461	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 10.0% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
79	University of Utah	Skiing	13	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	13341	55239	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Sport Skiing # of Male Athletes 13 Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
80	University of Utah	Golf	12	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	13341	55239	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 12 20.0% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
81	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	Golf	11	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	16401	52843	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 86% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 57.1% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $16,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
82	Stanford University	Fencing	11	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Fencing # of Male Athletes 11 22.2% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
83	Stanford University	Tennis	11	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
84	University of Arizona	Tennis	11	86.14	1,100 – 1,330	18144	47665	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Arizona Tucson, AZ The University of Arizona is older than the state, having been founded in 1885 (Arizona only became a state in 1912). A public research university, the school charges $50 for undergraduate applications. The Arizona Wildcats, or simply “Cats,” play in the Pacific-12 Conference. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 8.3% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
85	University of California-Los Angeles	Golf	11	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
86	University of Oregon	Tennis	11	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
87	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	Tennis	10	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	16401	52843	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 86% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 10 42.9% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $16,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
88	Oregon State University	Golf	10	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	21868	50843	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
89	University of Arizona	Golf	10	86.14	1,100 – 1,330	18144	47665	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Arizona Tucson, AZ The University of Arizona is older than the state, having been founded in 1885 (Arizona only became a state in 1912). A public research university, the school charges $50 for undergraduate applications. The Arizona Wildcats, or simply “Cats,” play in the Pacific-12 Conference. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 9.1% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
90	University of California-Berkeley	Tennis	10	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Pacific-12 Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
91	University of California-Los Angeles	Tennis	10	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 10 16.7% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
92	University of Colorado Boulder	Golf	10	81.15	1,190 – 1,400	22640	54939	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO The Boulder campus is the flagship school of the University of Colorado system. It was actually founded a few months before Colorado became a state in 1876. Athletes, called the Buffaloes, are part of the Pacific-12 Conference....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 11.1% Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
93	Stanford University	Golf	9	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
94	University of Southern California	Golf	9	10.02	1,440 – 1,550	41496	74461	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 10.0% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
95	University of Southern California	Tennis	9	10.02	1,440 – 1,550	41496	74461	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 9 28.6% Acceptance Rate 10.0% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
96	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Golf	9	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
97	Washington State University	Golf	9	87.97	1,020 – 1,260	18155	53510	#97 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 37% of students will......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 18.2% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
98	University of Utah	Tennis	8	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	13341	55239	#98 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 8 42.9% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
99	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Tennis	7	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#99 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 7 22.2% Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

140 23.9%

88.3%

1,140 – 1,370

$23,917

$46,084

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

134 1.5%

81.2%

1,190 – 1,400

$22,640

$54,939

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference

Football

134 2.3%

88.0%

1,020 – 1,260

$18,155

$53,510

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

130 1.6%

11.0%

1,330 – 1,540

$16,997

$74,919

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference

Football

129 2.4%

88.3%

1,140 – 1,370

$23,917

$46,084

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference

Football

127 5.0%

77.3%

1,160 – 1,400

$21,868

$50,843

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference

Football

127 9.3%

9.0%

1,320 – 1,540

$15,166

$59,063

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference

Football

127 15.9%

86.0%

1,130 – 1,350

$13,341

$55,239

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference

Football

125 2.5%

89.9%

1,090 – 1,320

$16,401

$52,843

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference

Football

123 4.2%

39.2%

1,310 – 1,510

$11,023

$62,979

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific-12 Conference

Football

121 4.3%

11.0%

1,330 – 1,540

$16,997

$74,919

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