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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	Samford University	Football	148	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 148 12.1% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
2	Furman University	Football	134	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 134 16.5% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
3	Western Carolina University	Football	123	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 123 3.4% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
4	Wofford College	Football	122	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 122 4.3% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
5	Mercer University	Football	116	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 116 2.7% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
6	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Football	112	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 112 7.4% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
7	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	107	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 107 5.3% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
8	Samford University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	104	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 104 14.3% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
9	Western Carolina University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	104	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 104 35.1% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
10	East Tennessee State University	Football	100	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 100 17.4% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
11	Wofford College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	80	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 80 1.3% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
12	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Football	75	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 75 10.3% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
13	Furman University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	60	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 60 Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
14	Mercer University	Lacrosse	58	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 58 13.7% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
15	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	51	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 51 12.1% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
16	Mercer University	Baseball	47	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 47 20.5% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
17	Wofford College	Baseball	47	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 47 30.6% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
18	Samford University	Baseball	43	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 43 Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
19	Wofford College	Soccer	41	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 41 10.8% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
20	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Baseball	40	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 8.1% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
21	Western Carolina University	Baseball	40	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 4.8% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
22	East Tennessee State University	Baseball	36	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 36 25.0% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
23	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Baseball	35	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 35 12.5% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
24	Furman University	Soccer	33	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 33 13.8% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
25	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Wrestling	31	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 31 6.1% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
26	East Tennessee State University	Soccer	31	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 31 3.3% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
27	East Tennessee State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	30	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 30 3.4% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
28	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Soccer	30	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 30 11.1% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
29	Mercer University	Soccer	29	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 7.4% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
30	Samford University	Basketball	22	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 22 Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
31	East Tennessee State University	Cross Country	20	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 20 11.1% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
32	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Wrestling	19	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 19 13.6% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
33	Furman University	Basketball	17	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 13.3% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
34	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Basketball	16	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
35	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Tennis	15	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
36	East Tennessee State University	Basketball	15	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
37	Mercer University	Basketball	15	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 11.8% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
38	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Basketball	15	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
39	Western Carolina University	Basketball	15	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
40	Mercer University	Cross Country	14	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 14 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
41	Samford University	Tennis	14	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 14 Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
42	Wofford College	Basketball	14	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 14 12.5% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
43	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Basketball	13	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
44	Wofford College	Golf	13	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 13 30.0% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
45	Furman University	Golf	12	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 12 Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
46	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Tennis	12	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 12 20.0% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
47	Furman University	Tennis	11	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 8.3% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
48	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Cross Country	11	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 11 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
49	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Golf	11	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
50	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Tennis	11	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
51	Wofford College	Tennis	11	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 11 37.5% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
52	Mercer University	Golf	10	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 10 11.1% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
53	East Tennessee State University	Tennis	9	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
54	Samford University	Golf	9	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
55	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Golf	9	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 12.5% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
56	Western Carolina University	Golf	9	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
57	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Rifle	8	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Rifle # of Male Athletes 8 0.0% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
58	East Tennessee State University	Golf	8	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 8 20.0% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
59	Mercer University	Tennis	8	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
60	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Golf	0	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Golf # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
61	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Soccer	0	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
62	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Volleyball	0	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
63	East Tennessee State University	Softball	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
64	East Tennessee State University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
65	East Tennessee State University	Volleyball	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
66	East Tennessee State University	Other Sports	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
67	Furman University	Lacrosse	0	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
68	Furman University	Softball	0	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
69	Furman University	Volleyball	0	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
70	Mercer University	Softball	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
71	Mercer University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
72	Mercer University	Volleyball	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
73	Mercer University	Beach Volleyball	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
74	Samford University	Soccer	0	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
75	Samford University	Softball	0	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
76	Samford University	Volleyball	0	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
77	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
78	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Soccer	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
79	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Softball	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
80	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Volleyball	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
81	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Beach Volleyball	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
82	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Softball	0	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
83	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Volleyball	0	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
84	Western Carolina University	Soccer	0	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
85	Western Carolina University	Softball	0	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
86	Western Carolina University	Tennis	0	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
87	Western Carolina University	Volleyball	0	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
88	Wofford College	Lacrosse	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
89	Wofford College	Rifle	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Rifle # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
90	Wofford College	Softball	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Softball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
91	Wofford College	Volleyball	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076

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$32,901

$50,796

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

Football

123 3.4%

81.8%

1,030 – 1,230

$12,252

$43,085

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

Football

122 4.3%

51.9%

1,240 – 1,370

$31,061

$52,076

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

Football

116 2.7%

68.9%

1,180 – 1,370

$24,197

$50,231

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

Football

112 7.4%

92.8%

1,100 – 1,290

$21,041

$60,168

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

107 5.3%

92.8%

1,100 – 1,290

$21,041

$60,168

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

104 14.3%

82.4%

1,100 – 1,300

$32,176

$49,466

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

104 35.1%

81.8%

1,030 – 1,230

$12,252

$43,085

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

Football

100 17.4%

87.1%

1,010 – 1,240

$16,033

$38,704

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

80 1.3%

51.9%

1,240 – 1,370

$31,061

$52,076

148
12.1%

134
16.5%

123
3.4%

122
4.3%

116
2.7%

112
7.4%

107
5.3%

104
14.3%

104
35.1%

100
17.4%

80
1.3%

75
10.3%

58
13.7%

51
12.1%

47
20.5%

47
30.6%