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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	Azusa Pacific University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	116	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 116 3.6% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
2	Concordia University-Irvine	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	84	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 84 6.7% Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
3	Westmont College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	72	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 72 22.6% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
4	University of Hawaii at Hilo	Baseball	66	60.07	880 – 1,130	12936	37204	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and 27% of students......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 66 4.8% Acceptance Rate 60.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
5	Academy of Art University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	58	100	--	36591	30452	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 58 9.4% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
6	Fresno Pacific University	Baseball	57	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 57 50.0% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
7	Fresno Pacific University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	54	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 54 3.6% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
8	Azusa Pacific University	Baseball	53	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 53 23.3% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
9	Dominican University of California	Lacrosse	53	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 53 Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
10	Westmont College	Baseball	48	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 48 14.3% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
11	Concordia University-Irvine	Lacrosse	46	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 46 Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
12	Biola University	Baseball	43	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 43 13.2% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
13	Biola University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	43	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 43 12.2% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
14	Concordia University-Irvine	Baseball	43	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 43 12.2% Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
15	Chaminade University of Honolulu	Baseball	42	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Business Administration and Management, General is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
16	Fresno Pacific University	Soccer	39	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 39 11.4% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
17	Azusa Pacific University	Soccer	36	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 36 Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
18	Dominican University of California	Soccer	36	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 36 2.7% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
19	Point Loma Nazarene University	Baseball	33	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 33 6.5% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
20	Chaminade University of Honolulu	Soccer	32	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Business Administration and Management, General is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 32 28.0% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
21	Point Loma Nazarene University	Soccer	32	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 32 33.3% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
22	Biola University	Soccer	31	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 31 6.1% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
23	Westmont College	Soccer	31	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 31 19.2% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
24	Academy of Art University	Soccer	30	100	--	36591	30452	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 30 3.4% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
25	University of Hawaii at Hilo	Soccer	30	60.07	880 – 1,130	12936	37204	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and 27% of students......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 30 15.4% Acceptance Rate 60.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
26	Dominican University of California	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	29	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 29 29.3% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
27	Biola University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	27	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 27 3.6% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
28	Concordia University-Irvine	Soccer	26	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 26 16.1% Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
29	Concordia University-Irvine	Volleyball	26	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 26 3.7% Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
30	Academy of Art University	Baseball	25	100	--	36591	30452	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 25 37.5% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
31	Biola University	Water Polo	25	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 25 Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
32	Concordia University-Irvine	Swimming	25	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 25 8.7% Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
33	Academy of Art University	Basketball	23	100	--	36591	30452	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 23 4.2% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
34	Concordia University-Irvine	Water Polo	23	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 23 11.5% Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
35	Hawaii Pacific University	Baseball	22	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 22 47.6% Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
36	Fresno Pacific University	Swimming	21	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 21 61.5% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
37	Fresno Pacific University	Water Polo	20	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 20 11.1% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
38	Dominican University of California	Basketball	18	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 28.6% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
39	Fresno Pacific University	Basketball	18	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
40	Concordia University-Irvine	Basketball	16	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
41	Biola University	Basketball	15	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
42	Chaminade University of Honolulu	Basketball	15	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Business Administration and Management, General is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
43	Hawaii Pacific University	Soccer	14	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 14 53.3% Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
44	Point Loma Nazarene University	Basketball	13	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
45	University of Hawaii at Hilo	Basketball	13	60.07	880 – 1,130	12936	37204	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and 27% of students......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 60.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
46	Azusa Pacific University	Basketball	12	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 12 20.0% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
47	Biola University	Tennis	12	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 12 20.0% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
48	Hawaii Pacific University	Basketball	12	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 12 25.0% Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
49	Westmont College	Basketball	11	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 11 21.4% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
50	Westmont College	Tennis	11	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 22.2% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
51	Fresno Pacific University	Tennis	10	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
52	University of Hawaii at Hilo	Golf	10	60.07	880 – 1,130	12936	37204	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and 27% of students......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 11.1% Acceptance Rate 60.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
53	University of Hawaii at Hilo	Tennis	10	60.07	880 – 1,130	12936	37204	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and 27% of students......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 10 11.1% Acceptance Rate 60.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
54	Azusa Pacific University	Tennis	9	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
55	Chaminade University of Honolulu	Cross Country	9	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Business Administration and Management, General is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 9 28.6% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
56	Point Loma Nazarene University	Tennis	9	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 9 18.2% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
57	Chaminade University of Honolulu	Golf	8	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Business Administration and Management, General is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 8 11.1% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
58	Concordia University-Irvine	Tennis	8	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 8 20.0% Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
59	Dominican University of California	Golf	8	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
60	Hawaii Pacific University	Golf	8	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 8 11.1% Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
61	Westmont College	Golf	8	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
62	Academy of Art University	Golf	6	100	--	36591	30452	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 6 14.3% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
63	Hawaii Pacific University	Cross Country	6	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 6 Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
64	Hawaii Pacific University	Tennis	5	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Pacific West Conference Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 5 54.5% Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

116 3.6%

79.6%

990 – 1,300

$26,117

$56,794

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

84 6.7%

59.9%

1,050 – 1,300

$29,413

$53,777

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

72 22.6%

77.0%

1,230 – 1,430

$36,412

$53,737

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

Baseball

66 4.8%

60.1%

880 – 1,130

$12,936

$37,204

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

58 9.4%

100.0%

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$36,591

$30,452

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

Baseball

57 50.0%

57.5%

970 – 1,180

$15,668

$51,422

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

54 3.6%

57.5%

970 – 1,180

$15,668

$51,422

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

Baseball

53 23.3%

79.6%

990 – 1,300

$26,117

$56,794

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

Lacrosse

53

83.9%

1,170 – 1,280

$51,292

$71,477

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

Baseball

48 14.3%

77.0%

1,230 – 1,430

$36,412

$53,737

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

Lacrosse

46

59.9%

1,050 – 1,300

$29,413

$53,777

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