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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 Redlands	Football	137	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 137 5.4% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
2	California Lutheran University	Football	120	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 120 3.4% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
3	Chapman University	Football	120	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 120 15.4% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
4	University of La Verne	Football	115	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 77% first year......Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 115 5.5% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
5	Claremont McKenna College	Football	83	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 83 5.7% Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
6	Pitzer College	Football	74	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 74 20.4% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
7	Pomona College	Football	74	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 74 20.4% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
8	Occidental College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	71	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 71 18.3% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
9	Pitzer College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	57	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 57 Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
10	Pomona College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	57	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 57 Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
11	Chapman University	Track and Field (Indoor)	56	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Male Athletes 56 24.4% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
12	Chapman University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	56	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 56 14.3% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
13	Claremont McKenna College	Track and Field (Indoor)	52	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Male Athletes 52 2.0% Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
14	Claremont McKenna College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	52	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 52 2.0% Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
15	California Lutheran University	Soccer	50	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 50 6.4% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
16	University of La Verne	Baseball	49	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 77% first year......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 49 16.7% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
17	Chapman University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	47	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 47 74.1% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
18	California Lutheran University	Baseball	46	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 46 7.0% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
19	Claremont McKenna College	Baseball	44	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 44 33.3% Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
20	University of Redlands	Track and Field (Outdoor)	44	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 44 12.8% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
21	Whittier College	Baseball	42	83.5	1,070 – 1,250	32436	46025	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Whittier College Whittier, CA Found in Whittier, Whittier College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Whittier College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 7.7% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $32,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
22	Occidental College	Baseball	39	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 21.9% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
23	Pitzer College	Soccer	39	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 39 34.5% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
24	Pomona College	Soccer	39	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 39 34.5% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
25	California Institute of Technology	Track and Field (Outdoor)	36	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 36 33.3% Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
26	Claremont McKenna College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	35	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 35 16.7% Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
27	Pitzer College	Baseball	35	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 35 Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
28	Pomona College	Baseball	35	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 35 Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
29	University of La Verne	Track and Field (Outdoor)	34	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 77% first year......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 34 21.4% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
30	Pitzer College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	33	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 33 10.0% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
31	Pomona College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	33	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 33 10.0% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
32	Chapman University	Baseball	32	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 32 14.3% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
33	Claremont McKenna College	Soccer	32	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 32 14.3% Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
34	University of Redlands	Baseball	32	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 32 14.3% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
35	University of La Verne	Soccer	31	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 77% first year......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 31 Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
36	California Lutheran University	Water Polo	30	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 30 76.5% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
37	Chapman University	Water Polo	29	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 29 16.0% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
38	Occidental College	Soccer	29	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 7.4% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
39	University of Redlands	Soccer	29	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 7.4% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
40	University of Redlands	Water Polo	28	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 28 Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
41	California Institute of Technology	Soccer	27	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 27 Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
42	Chapman University	Soccer	27	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 27 27.0% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
43	California Lutheran University	Basketball	26	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 26 4.0% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
44	California Institute of Technology	Swimming and Diving (combined)	24	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 24 Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
45	California Lutheran University	Volleyball	24	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 24 50.0% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
46	Claremont McKenna College	Cross Country	24	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 24 20.0% Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
47	Pitzer College	Cross Country	24	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 24 20.0% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
48	Pomona College	Cross Country	24	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 24 20.0% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
49	California Institute of Technology	Baseball	22	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 22 18.5% Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
50	Claremont McKenna College	Water Polo	22	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 22 29.4% Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
51	University of Redlands	Tennis	22	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 22 4.3% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
52	Whittier College	Soccer	22	83.5	1,070 – 1,250	32436	46025	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Whittier College Whittier, CA Found in Whittier, Whittier College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Whittier College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 22 21.4% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $32,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
53	California Lutheran University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	21	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 21 8.7% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
54	Chapman University	Basketball	21	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 21 10.5% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
55	Pitzer College	Water Polo	21	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 21 Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
56	Pomona College	Water Polo	21	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 21 Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
57	University of La Verne	Basketball	21	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 77% first year......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 21 16.7% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
58	University of La Verne	Cross Country	21	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 77% first year......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 21 31.3% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
59	California Institute of Technology	Cross Country	20	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 20 11.1% Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
60	California Lutheran University	Golf	20	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 20 11.1% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
61	California Lutheran University	Swimming	20	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 20 5.3% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
62	University of Redlands	Swimming and Diving (combined)	19	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 19 0.0% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
63	Claremont McKenna College	Basketball	18	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
64	Occidental College	Basketball	18	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
65	University of Redlands	Basketball	17	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
66	Chapman University	Cross Country	16	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 16 15.8% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
67	Occidental College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	16	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 16 11.1% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
68	California Institute of Technology	Basketball	15	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 25.0% Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
69	Pitzer College	Basketball	15	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
70	Pomona College	Basketball	15	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
71	University of Redlands	Cross Country	14	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 14 27.3% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
72	Pitzer College	Tennis	13	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 13 Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
73	Pomona College	Tennis	13	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 13 Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
74	California Institute of Technology	Tennis	12	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 12 Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
75	Chapman University	Tennis	12	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 12 7.7% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
76	Occidental College	Golf	12	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 12 Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
77	Occidental College	Water Polo	12	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 12 42.9% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
78	Pitzer College	Golf	12	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 12 20.0% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
79	Pomona College	Golf	12	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 12 20.0% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
80	University of La Verne	Swimming	12	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 77% first year......Read more Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 12 Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
81	Whittier College	Water Polo	12	83.5	1,070 – 1,250	32436	46025	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Whittier College Whittier, CA Found in Whittier, Whittier College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Whittier College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 12 14.3% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $32,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
82	California Institute of Technology	Water Polo	11	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 11 Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
83	Claremont McKenna College	Tennis	11	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
84	Whittier College	Basketball	11	83.5	1,070 – 1,250	32436	46025	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Whittier College Whittier, CA Found in Whittier, Whittier College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Whittier College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 11 26.7% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $32,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
85	Whittier College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	11	83.5	1,070 – 1,250	32436	46025	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Whittier College Whittier, CA Found in Whittier, Whittier College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Whittier College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 11 8.3% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $32,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
86	University of La Verne	Water Polo	10	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 77% first year......Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 10 28.6% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
87	Whittier College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	10	83.5	1,070 – 1,250	32436	46025	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Whittier College Whittier, CA Found in Whittier, Whittier College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Whittier College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $32,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
88	California Lutheran University	Tennis	9	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 9 30.8% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
89	Chapman University	Golf	9	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 18.2% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
90	University of La Verne	Golf	9	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 77% first year......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
91	California Lutheran University	Cross Country	8	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 8 33.3% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
92	Claremont McKenna College	Golf	8	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
93	Occidental College	Tennis	8	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 8 38.5% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
94	Whittier College	Tennis	8	83.5	1,070 – 1,250	32436	46025	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Whittier College Whittier, CA Found in Whittier, Whittier College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Whittier College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 8 27.3% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $32,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
95	University of Redlands	Golf	7	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 7 36.4% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
96	California Institute of Technology	Volleyball	0	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
97	California Lutheran University	Lacrosse	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#97 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
98	California Lutheran University	Softball	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#98 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
99	Chapman University	Lacrosse	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#99 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
100	Chapman University	Softball	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#100 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
101	Chapman University	Volleyball	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#101 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
102	Claremont McKenna College	Lacrosse	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#102 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
103	Claremont McKenna College	Softball	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#103 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
104	Claremont McKenna College	Volleyball	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#104 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
105	Occidental College	Lacrosse	0	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#105 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
106	Occidental College	Softball	0	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#106 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
107	Occidental College	Volleyball	0	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#107 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
108	Pitzer College	Lacrosse	0	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#108 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
109	Pitzer College	Softball	0	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#109 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
110	Pitzer College	Volleyball	0	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#110 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
111	Pomona College	Lacrosse	0	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#111 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
112	Pomona College	Softball	0	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#112 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
113	Pomona College	Volleyball	0	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#113 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
114	University of La Verne	Softball	0	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#114 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 77% first year......Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
115	University of La Verne	Volleyball	0	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#115 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 77% first year......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
116	University of Redlands	Lacrosse	0	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#116 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
117	University of Redlands	Softball	0	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#117 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
118	University of Redlands	Volleyball	0	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#118 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
119	Whittier College	Lacrosse	0	83.5	1,070 – 1,250	32436	46025	#119 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Whittier College Whittier, CA Found in Whittier, Whittier College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Whittier College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $32,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
120	Whittier College	Softball	0	83.5	1,070 – 1,250	32436	46025	#120 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Whittier College Whittier, CA Found in Whittier, Whittier College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Whittier College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $32,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
121	Whittier College	Volleyball	0	83.5	1,070 – 1,250	32436	46025	#121 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Whittier College Whittier, CA Found in Whittier, Whittier College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Whittier College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $32,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Football

137 5.4%

82.7%

1,110 – 1,350

$28,054

$61,686

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Football

120 3.4%

75.7%

1,160 – 1,360

$27,080

$54,981

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Football

120 15.4%

65.4%

1,280 – 1,440

$48,037

$58,080

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Football

115 5.5%

48.5%

970 – 1,290

$27,216

$53,806

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Football

83 5.7%

9.6%

1,470 – 1,560

$29,978

$87,603

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Football

74 20.4%

25.2%

1,190 – 1,370

$34,801

$51,784

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Football

74 20.4%

7.1%

1,490 – 1,560

$17,423

$60,850

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

71 18.3%

44.2%

1,390 – 1,520

$47,113

$52,209

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Track and Field (Outdoor)

57

25.2%

1,190 – 1,370

$34,801

$51,784

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Track and Field (Outdoor)

57

7.1%

1,490 – 1,560

$17,423

$60,850

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Track and Field (Indoor)

56 24.4%

65.4%

1,280 – 1,440

$48,037

$58,080

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