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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 Florida	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	149	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 149 21.1% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
2	Texas A&M University-College Station	Football	143	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 143 4.0% Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
3	The University of Alabama	Football	142	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 142 5.2% Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
4	The University of Alabama	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	137	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 137 7.9% Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
5	Texas A&M University-College Station	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	134	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 134 10.1% Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
6	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	133	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 133 13.7% Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
7	University of Georgia	Football	133	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 133 2.3% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
8	University of Mississippi	Football	127	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 127 1.6% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
9	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Football	126	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 126 0.8% Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
10	University of Arkansas	Football	125	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 125 7.4% Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
11	University of Florida	Football	124	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 124 4.6% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
12	University of Kentucky	Football	121	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 121 4.3% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
13	University of Missouri-Columbia	Football	121	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 121 1.6% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
14	Auburn University	Football	120	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 120 4.3% Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
15	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Football	117	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 117 0.8% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
16	Mississippi State University	Football	117	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 117 2.5% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
17	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Football	117	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 117 4.1% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
18	Vanderbilt University	Football	117	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 117 8.3% Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
19	University of Mississippi	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	112	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 112 9.7% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
20	University of Georgia	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	108	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 108 16.1% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
21	University of Arkansas	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	107	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 107 13.7% Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
22	University of Missouri-Columbia	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	103	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 103 20.2% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
23	Auburn University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	94	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 94 6.0% Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
24	University of Kentucky	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	93	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 93 6.9% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
25	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	84	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 84 1.2% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
26	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	73	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 73 6.4% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
27	Mississippi State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	66	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 66 4.8% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
28	University of Georgia	Baseball	53	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 53 23.3% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
29	Auburn University	Baseball	52	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 52 18.2% Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
30	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Baseball	51	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 51 8.5% Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
31	The University of Alabama	Baseball	47	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 47 Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
32	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Baseball	46	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 46 12.2% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
33	Vanderbilt University	Baseball	46	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 46 21.1% Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
34	Mississippi State University	Baseball	45	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 45 2.3% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
35	University of Florida	Swimming and Diving (combined)	45	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 45 4.3% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
36	University of Kentucky	Baseball	45	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 45 15.4% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
37	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Baseball	44	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 44 4.8% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
38	Texas A&M University-College Station	Baseball	44	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 44 4.8% Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
39	University of Missouri-Columbia	Baseball	44	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 44 22.2% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
40	University of Arkansas	Baseball	43	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 43 4.4% Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
41	University of Mississippi	Baseball	43	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 43 10.3% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
42	University of Missouri-Columbia	Wrestling	41	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 41 Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
43	Texas A&M University-College Station	Swimming and Diving (combined)	36	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 36 5.3% Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
44	University of Florida	Baseball	36	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 36 2.7% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
45	University of Georgia	Swimming	36	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 36 10.0% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
46	Auburn University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	34	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 34 12.8% Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
47	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Swimming and Diving (combined)	34	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 34 10.5% Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
48	The University of Alabama	Swimming and Diving (combined)	31	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 31 Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
49	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Swimming and Diving (combined)	29	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 29 6.5% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
50	University of Kentucky	Swimming and Diving (combined)	28	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 28 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
51	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	26	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 26 16.1% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
52	University of Kentucky	Soccer	26	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 26 4.0% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
53	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Soccer	26	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 26 10.3% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
54	University of Missouri-Columbia	Swimming and Diving (combined)	25	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 25 13.8% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
55	Auburn University	Basketball	19	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 19 5.6% Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
56	Mississippi State University	Basketball	19	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 19 11.8% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
57	The University of Alabama	Basketball	19	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 19 11.8% Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
58	University of Missouri-Columbia	Basketball	18	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 20.0% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
59	Texas A&M University-College Station	Basketball	17	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 5.6% Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
60	University of Florida	Basketball	17	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 13.3% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
61	Vanderbilt University	Basketball	17	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
62	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Basketball	16	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
63	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Basketball	16	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 11.1% Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
64	University of Arkansas	Basketball	16	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
65	University of Georgia	Basketball	16	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 14.3% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
66	University of Kentucky	Basketball	16	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
67	University of Mississippi	Basketball	16	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
68	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Basketball	16	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 14.3% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
69	Vanderbilt University	Cross Country	16	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 16 100.0% Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
70	University of Florida	Golf	14	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
71	Vanderbilt University	Tennis	14	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 14 40.0% Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
72	Auburn University	Golf	12	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
73	Mississippi State University	Golf	12	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 12 7.7% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
74	University of Arkansas	Golf	12	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
75	University of Kentucky	Golf	12	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
76	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Golf	11	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
77	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Tennis	11	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
78	Texas A&M University-College Station	Golf	11	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 8.3% Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
79	Texas A&M University-College Station	Tennis	11	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 15.4% Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
80	The University of Alabama	Golf	11	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
81	University of Arkansas	Tennis	11	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 57.1% Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
82	University of Florida	Tennis	11	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 57.1% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
83	University of Kentucky	Tennis	10	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 10 9.1% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
84	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Golf	10	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
85	Vanderbilt University	Golf	10	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
86	Mississippi State University	Tennis	9	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
87	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Golf	9	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 18.2% Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
88	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Tennis	9	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 9 18.2% Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
89	University of Georgia	Golf	9	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 18.2% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
90	University of Georgia	Tennis	9	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
91	University of Mississippi	Golf	9	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
92	University of Mississippi	Tennis	9	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 9 12.5% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
93	University of Missouri-Columbia	Golf	9	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 12.5% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
94	Auburn University	Tennis	7	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 7 22.2% Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
95	The University of Alabama	Tennis	7	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 7 16.7% Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
96	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Tennis	5	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 5 28.6% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

149 21.1%

24.2%

1,330 – 1,480

$11,521

$56,398

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

Football

143 4.0%

57.3%

1,170 – 1,400

$21,610

$59,386

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

Football

142 5.2%

76.7%

1,110 – 1,370

$21,761

$52,233

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

137 7.9%

76.7%

1,110 – 1,370

$21,761

$52,233

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

134 10.1%

57.3%

1,170 – 1,400

$21,610

$59,386

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

133 13.7%

41.6%

1,210 – 1,390

$20,885

$47,782

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

Football

133 2.3%

37.2%

1,250 – 1,430

$16,303

$57,565

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

Football

127 1.6%

96.6%

1,060 – 1,310

$14,946

$45,336

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

Football

126 0.8%

41.6%

1,210 – 1,390

$20,885

$47,782

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

Football

125 7.4%

74.3%

1,070 – 1,290

$17,475

$49,686

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

Football

124 4.6%

24.2%

1,330 – 1,480

$11,521

$56,398

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