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Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California

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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 in California 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 65 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	University of California-Berkeley	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	130	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 130 1.6% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
3	University of California-Los Angeles	Football	127	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 127 9.3% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
4	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Football	125	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 125 2.5% Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
5	Simpson University	Football	121	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 121 116.1% Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
6	University of California-Berkeley	Football	121	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 121 4.3% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
7	California Lutheran University	Football	120	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
8	Chapman University	Football	120	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
9	University of California-Santa Cruz	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	118	65.57	1,180 – 1,390	16526	49716	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA Found in Santa Cruz, the University of California-Santa Cruz accepts 66% of applicants and requests $80 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 88% of students decide to stay at the University of California-Santa Cruz after completing their first year....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 118 81.5% Acceptance Rate 65.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $16,526 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,716
10	Azusa Pacific University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	116	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 116 3.6% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
11	San Diego State University	Football	115	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 115 1.8% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
12	University of La Verne	Football	115	48.48	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
13	University of Southern California	Football	113	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Football # of Male Athletes 113 2.6% Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
14	California State University-Fresno	Football	112	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At California State University-Fresno, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 112 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
15	California State University-Sacramento	Football	111	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 111 14.0% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
16	University of California-Davis	Football	111	41.83	1,180 – 1,420	17315	58461	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Davis Davis, CA The University of California – Davis is the seventh campus within the University of California system. It was originally an agricultural branch when founded in 1905, and was known as University Farm. Famous alumni have included the CEO of Chevron, John S....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 111 3.7% Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,315 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,461
17	California State University-Long Beach	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	109	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 109 23.9% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
18	San Jose State University	Football	109	84.61	--	13833	62448	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Jose State University San Jose, CA Located in San Jose, San Jose State University’s acceptance rate is 85% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 36% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 109 2.7% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,448
19	Stanford University	Football	107	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 107 3.6% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
20	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	104	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 104 Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
21	University of San Diego	Football	96	52.38	1,210 – 1,390	37675	64995	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of San Diego San Diego, CA Found in San Diego, the University of San Diego’s acceptance rate is 52%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 84% of students attending the University of San Diego currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 96 2.1% Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $37,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,995
22	Shasta College	Football	94	0	--	7751	32486	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Shasta College Redding, CA Sport Football # of Male Athletes 94 9.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,751 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,486
23	Bakersfield College	Football	93	79.48	--	5892	29867	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Football # of Male Athletes 93 4.1% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
24	The Master's University and Seminary	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	93	75.89	1,010 – 1,210	33463	41665	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California The Master's University and Seminary Santa Clarita, CA The Master’s University was opened as the Los Angeles Baptist College and Seminary in 1927. In 1985, it changed its name to The Master’s College to reflect its switch interdenominational religious affiliation. It became a university in 2016....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 93 8.1% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $33,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,665
25	California State University-Fullerton	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	89	90.52	--	6283	48558	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 89 7.2% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
26	California State University-Sacramento	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	87	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 87 24.3% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
27	San Diego Mesa College	Football	85	80.92	--	3175	35773	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Football # of Male Athletes 85 10.4% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
28	Santa Monica College	Football	85	43.84	--	5636	31977	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA Sport Football # of Male Athletes 85 10.4% Acceptance Rate 43.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,977
29	Concordia University-Irvine	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	84	65.99	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Educational Leadership and Administration, and General....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 84 6.7% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
30	Claremont McKenna College	Football	83	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
31	California State University-Northridge	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	82	88.1	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 82 8.9% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
32	Stanford University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	81	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 81 8.0% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
33	University of California-Los Angeles	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	80	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 80 21.6% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
34	University of California-Riverside	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	80	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 80 6.7% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
35	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	76	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 76 7.0% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
36	Pitzer College	Football	74	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
37	Pomona College	Football	74	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 38 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, 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
38	University of Southern California	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	74	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 74 2.8% Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
39	University of California-Berkeley	Rowing	73	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes 73 9.0% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
40	Westmont College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	72	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 72 22.6% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
41	Modesto Junior College	Football	71	16.54	--	13093	59213	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 71 6.0% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
42	Occidental College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	71	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
43	San Jose State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	71	84.61	--	13833	62448	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Jose State University San Jose, CA Located in San Jose, San Jose State University’s acceptance rate is 85% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 36% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 71 6.6% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,448
44	California State University-Chico	Track and Field (Outdoor)	69	91.58	960 – 1,290	15187	50493	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,920 on average. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 69 3.0% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
45	California State University-Monterey Bay	Baseball	63	97.34	900 – 1,210	15222	48648	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside, CA Located in Seaside, California State University-Monterey Bay accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at California State University-Monterey Bay currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 63 Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
46	Foothill College	Football	61	0	--	9665	59213	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA Sport Football # of Male Athletes 61 1.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
47	Academy of Art University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	58	100	--	36591	30452	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 58 9.4% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
48	Fresno Pacific University	Baseball	57	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 57 50.0% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
49	Pitzer College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	57	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
50	Pomona College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	57	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 38 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, 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
51	California State University-San Marcos	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	56	95.1	860 – 1,080	10500	48673	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Based in San Marcos, California State University-San Marcos accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications. About 48% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 56 14.3% Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
52	Chapman University	Track and Field (Indoor)	56	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
53	Chapman University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	56	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
54	Antelope Valley Community College District	Football	55	0	--	8294	28110	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Sport Football # of Male Athletes 55 24.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
55	Feather River Community College District	Football	55	41.5	--	10949	54552	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Found in Quincy, Feather River Community College District’s acceptance rate is 42%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 3% of students attending Feather River Community College District currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football # of Male Athletes 55 39.6% Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,552
56	West Los Angeles College	Football	55	0	--	9426	32538	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA Sport Football # of Male Athletes 55 7.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,538
57	California State University-Los Angeles	Baseball	54	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, California State University-Los Angeles’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 80% of students attending California State University-Los Angeles currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State University-Los......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 54 38.5% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
58	Fresno Pacific University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	54	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 54 3.6% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
59	Hope International University	Baseball	54	32.98	900 – 1,250	30514	36030	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 54 20.0% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $30,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
60	Santa Ana College	Football	54	0	--	6914	36845	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Ana College Santa Ana, CA Sport Football # of Male Athletes 54 50.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,845
61	Azusa Pacific University	Baseball	53	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 53 23.3% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
62	Dominican University of California	Lacrosse	53	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 53 Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
63	University of California-Berkeley	Other Sports	53	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Other Sports # of Male Athletes 53 1.9% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
64	University of California-San Diego	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	53	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 53 32.1% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
65	Claremont McKenna College	Track and Field (Indoor)	52	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
66	Claremont McKenna College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	52	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
67	California Lutheran University	Soccer	50	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
68	Sonoma State University	Baseball	50	94.73	1,010 – 1,180	15113	52179	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Sonoma State University Rohnert Park, CA Based in Rohnert Park, Sonoma State University’s acceptance rate is 95% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 50 Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,179
69	William Jessup University	Baseball	50	76.82	1,060 – 1,300	28171	43163	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 50 22.0% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
70	University of California-Berkeley	Baseball	49	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 49 40.0% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
71	University of La Verne	Baseball	49	48.48	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
72	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	Track and Field (Indoor)	48	91.98	1,010 – 1,270	13837	37382	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 46% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Male Athletes 48 Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $13,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
73	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	Track and Field (Outdoor)	48	91.98	1,010 – 1,270	13837	37382	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 46% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 48 14.3% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $13,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
74	California State University-East Bay	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	48	96.81	830 – 1,050	10874	55546	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-East Bay Hayward, CA Found in Hayward, California State University-East Bay accepts 97% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 56% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 79% and its four year......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 48 36.8% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $10,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
75	Westmont College	Baseball	48	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 48 14.3% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
76	Chapman University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	47	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
77	Vanguard University of Southern California	Baseball	47	64.79	940 – 1,200	20273	43464	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,955. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 47 6.0% Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
78	California Lutheran University	Baseball	46	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
79	California State University-Chico	Baseball	46	91.58	960 – 1,290	15187	50493	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,920 on average. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 46 24.3% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
80	California State University-Stanislaus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	46	98.14	840 – 1,060	7316	47793	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 46 7.0% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
81	Concordia University-Irvine	Lacrosse	46	65.99	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Educational Leadership and Administration, and General....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Male Athletes 46 Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
82	University of California-Santa Barbara	Baseball	46	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 46 Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
83	University of California-Santa Barbara	Track and Field (Outdoor)	46	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 46 Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
84	Vanguard University of Southern California	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	46	64.79	940 – 1,200	20273	43464	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,955. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 46 17.9% Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
85	Menlo College	Baseball	45	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Menlo College Atherton, CA Based in Atherton, Menlo College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Menlo College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 45 15.4% Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
86	San Diego Mesa College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	45	80.92	--	3175	35773	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 45 2.2% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
87	California State University-Dominguez Hills	Baseball	44	59.11	760 – 950	4438	46827	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA Located in Carson, California State University-Dominguez Hills accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 44 12.0% Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 760 – 950 Avg. Net Price $4,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
88	California State University-Northridge	Baseball	44	88.1	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 44 Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
89	Claremont McKenna College	Baseball	44	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
90	University of California-Davis	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	44	41.83	1,180 – 1,420	17315	58461	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Davis Davis, CA The University of California – Davis is the seventh campus within the University of California system. It was originally an agricultural branch when founded in 1905, and was known as University Farm. Famous alumni have included the CEO of Chevron, John S....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 44 2.2% Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,315 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,461
91	University of Redlands	Track and Field (Outdoor)	44	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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 65 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
92	Biola University	Baseball	43	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 43 13.2% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
93	Biola University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	43	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 43 12.2% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
94	Concordia University-Irvine	Baseball	43	65.99	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Educational Leadership and Administration, and General....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 43 12.2% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
95	California State University-Fullerton	Baseball	42	90.52	--	6283	48558	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 10.5% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
96	La Sierra University	Baseball	42	93.3	890 – 1,140	28076	42617	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 28.8% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $28,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
97	Modesto Junior College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	42	16.54	--	13093	59213	#97 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 42 20.0% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
98	Providence Christian College	Baseball	42	92.52	1,010 – 1,210	25354	52373	#98 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Found in Pasadena, Providence Christian College accepts 93% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Providence Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Providence Christian College, there is a 82% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 16.7% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,373
99	San Francisco State University	Baseball	42	96.15	930 – 1,140	13353	52650	#99 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Francisco State University San Francisco, CA Found in San Francisco, San Francisco State University accepts 96% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 13.5% Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650
100	University of California-Los Angeles	Baseball	42	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#100 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 42 13.5% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
101	Whittier College	Baseball	42	83.5	1,130 – 1,330	32436	46025	#101 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $32,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
102	California State University-Chico	Soccer	41	91.58	960 – 1,290	15187	50493	#102 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,920 on average. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 41 28.1% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
103	California State University-Los Angeles	Track and Field (Outdoor)	41	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#103 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, California State University-Los Angeles’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 80% of students attending California State University-Los Angeles currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State University-Los......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 41 24.2% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
104	Cypress College	Baseball	41	0	--	7730	35285	#104 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Cypress College Cypress, CA Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 41 5.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,285
105	Menlo College	Soccer	41	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#105 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Menlo College Atherton, CA Based in Atherton, Menlo College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Menlo College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 41 13.9% Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
106	Saint Mary's College of California	Baseball	41	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#106 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 41 7.9% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
107	San Diego Mesa College	Baseball	41	80.92	--	3175	35773	#107 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 41 20.6% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
108	San Diego State University	Baseball	41	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#108 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 41 17.1% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
109	Santa Clara University	Baseball	41	48	1,370 – 1,490	49651	91198	#109 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Clara University Santa Clara, CA Opened in 1851, Santa Clara University is the oldest operating institution of higher education in California. A NCAA Division I without football school, athletes are known as the Broncos and compete in the West Coast Conference. Former Broncos have gone onto play in the NBA, NFL, and MLB....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 41 7.9% Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $49,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $91,198
110	University of Southern California	Baseball	41	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#110 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 41 2.5% Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
111	California State University-San Bernardino	Baseball	40	93.18	820 – 1,020	6645	43149	#111 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 57% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 14.3% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $6,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
112	Foothill College	Soccer	40	0	--	9665	59213	#112 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 40 21.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
113	Loyola Marymount University	Baseball	40	45.08	1,280 – 1,430	54471	62763	#113 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 2.6% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
114	Pepperdine University	Baseball	40	62.86	1,310 – 1,450	52216	64934	#114 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Clinical Psychology. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
115	San Jose State University	Baseball	40	84.61	--	13833	62448	#115 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Jose State University San Jose, CA Located in San Jose, San Jose State University’s acceptance rate is 85% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 36% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 8.1% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,448
116	University of California-Berkeley	Swimming and Diving (combined)	40	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#116 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 40 Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
117	University of California-Davis	Baseball	40	41.83	1,180 – 1,420	17315	58461	#117 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Davis Davis, CA The University of California – Davis is the seventh campus within the University of California system. It was originally an agricultural branch when founded in 1905, and was known as University Farm. Famous alumni have included the CEO of Chevron, John S....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 11.1% Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,315 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,461
118	University of California-Irvine	Baseball	40	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#118 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 5.3% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
119	University of California-San Diego	Baseball	40	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#119 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 11.1% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
120	University of San Francisco	Baseball	40	61.71	1,200 – 1,390	44104	69951	#120 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of San Francisco San Francisco, CA The University of San Francisco charges $70 for undergraduate applications. The school offers 79 areas of study, the most popular of which is Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Student athletes compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 2.4% Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $44,104 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,951
121	University of the Pacific	Baseball	40	71.32	1,180 – 1,470	30975	62672	#121 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of the Pacific Stockton, CA Located in Stockton, the University of the Pacific accepts 71% of applicants and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at the University of the Pacific will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $30,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,672
122	Westcliff University	Baseball	40	45.09	--	26051	63721	#122 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 32% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 40 25.9% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
123	Bethesda University	Baseball	39	79.48	--	13965	37397	#123 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Bethesda University Anaheim, CA Based in Anaheim, Bethesda University accepts 79% of applicants and charges $100 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 32% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 55% of students continued their studies at Bethesda University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 85.7% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,397
124	California Baptist University	Baseball	39	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#124 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 2.6% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
125	California State University-Bakersfield	Baseball	39	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#125 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 2.5% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
126	California State University-East Bay	Baseball	39	96.81	830 – 1,050	10874	55546	#126 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-East Bay Hayward, CA Found in Hayward, California State University-East Bay accepts 97% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 56% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 79% and its four year......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 14.7% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $10,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
127	California State University-Fresno	Baseball	39	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#127 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At California State University-Fresno, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 8.3% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
128	California State University-Sacramento	Baseball	39	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#128 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 11.4% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
129	Fresno Pacific University	Soccer	39	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#129 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 39 11.4% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
130	Occidental College	Baseball	39	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#130 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
131	Pitzer College	Soccer	39	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#131 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
132	Pomona College	Soccer	39	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#132 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 38 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, 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
133	Rio Hondo College	Baseball	39	80.92	--	13920	54803	#133 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 8.3% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,803
134	University of San Diego	Baseball	39	52.38	1,210 – 1,390	37675	64995	#134 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of San Diego San Diego, CA Found in San Diego, the University of San Diego’s acceptance rate is 52%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 84% of students attending the University of San Diego currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 39 5.4% Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $37,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,995
135	Bakersfield College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	38	79.48	--	5892	29867	#135 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 38 Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
136	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Baseball	38	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#136 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 38 9.5% Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
137	Santa Clara University	Rowing	38	48	1,370 – 1,490	49651	91198	#137 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Clara University Santa Clara, CA Opened in 1851, Santa Clara University is the oldest operating institution of higher education in California. A NCAA Division I without football school, athletes are known as the Broncos and compete in the West Coast Conference. Former Broncos have gone onto play in the NBA, NFL, and MLB....Read more Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes 38 9.5% Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $49,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $91,198
138	California State University Maritime Academy	Other Sports	37	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#138 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Other Sports # of Male Athletes 37 12.1% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
139	California State University-Long Beach	Baseball	37	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#139 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 37 15.9% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
140	Hope International University	Soccer	37	32.98	900 – 1,250	30514	36030	#140 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 37 Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $30,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
141	MiraCosta College	Soccer	37	0	--	7972	37965	#141 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 37 19.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,965
142	Modesto Junior College	Baseball	37	16.54	--	13093	59213	#142 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 37 8.8% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
143	Skyline College	Soccer	37	99.03	--	4652	59213	#143 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Skyline College San Bruno, CA Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 37 2.6% Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,652 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
144	University of California-Riverside	Baseball	37	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#144 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 37 2.6% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
145	Azusa Pacific University	Soccer	36	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#145 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 36 Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
146	Bakersfield College	Soccer	36	79.48	--	5892	29867	#146 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 36 9.1% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
147	California Institute of Technology	Track and Field (Outdoor)	36	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#147 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
148	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Soccer	36	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#148 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 36 14.3% Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
149	California State University-Dominguez Hills	Soccer	36	59.11	760 – 950	4438	46827	#149 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA Located in Carson, California State University-Dominguez Hills accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 36 5.9% Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 760 – 950 Avg. Net Price $4,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
150	California State University-Los Angeles	Soccer	36	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#150 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, California State University-Los Angeles’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 80% of students attending California State University-Los Angeles currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State University-Los......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 36 Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
151	California State University-Northridge	Soccer	36	88.1	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#151 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 36 2.7% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
152	Dominican University of California	Soccer	36	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#152 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 36 2.7% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
153	Feather River Community College District	Baseball	36	41.5	--	10949	54552	#153 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Found in Quincy, Feather River Community College District’s acceptance rate is 42%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 3% of students attending Feather River Community College District currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 36 2.7% Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,552
154	University of California-San Diego	Rowing	36	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#154 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes 36 12.2% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
155	West Los Angeles College	Baseball	36	0	--	9426	32538	#155 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 36 24.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,538
156	Bakersfield College	Baseball	35	79.48	--	5892	29867	#156 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 35 20.7% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
157	California State University-San Marcos	Baseball	35	95.1	860 – 1,080	10500	48673	#157 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Based in San Marcos, California State University-San Marcos accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications. About 48% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 35 9.4% Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
158	Claremont McKenna College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	35	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#158 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
159	Pitzer College	Baseball	35	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#159 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
160	Pomona College	Baseball	35	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#160 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 38 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, 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
161	Saint Mary's College of California	Soccer	35	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#161 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 35 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
162	University of California-Santa Cruz	Swimming and Diving (combined)	35	65.57	1,180 – 1,390	16526	49716	#162 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA Found in Santa Cruz, the University of California-Santa Cruz accepts 66% of applicants and requests $80 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 88% of students decide to stay at the University of California-Santa Cruz after completing their first year....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 35 16.7% Acceptance Rate 65.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $16,526 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,716
163	University of San Diego	Soccer	35	52.38	1,210 – 1,390	37675	64995	#163 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of San Diego San Diego, CA Found in San Diego, the University of San Diego’s acceptance rate is 52%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 84% of students attending the University of San Diego currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 35 25.0% Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $37,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,995
164	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	Baseball	34	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#164 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 34 2.9% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
165	California State University-East Bay	Soccer	34	96.81	830 – 1,050	10874	55546	#165 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-East Bay Hayward, CA Found in Hayward, California State University-East Bay accepts 97% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 56% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 79% and its four year......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 34 36.0% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $10,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
166	California State University-Stanislaus	Baseball	34	98.14	840 – 1,060	7316	47793	#166 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 34 13.3% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
167	Menlo College	Wrestling	34	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#167 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Menlo College Atherton, CA Based in Atherton, Menlo College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Menlo College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 34 45.2% Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
168	Saint Mary's College of California	Cross Country	34	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#168 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 34 25.9% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
169	Stanford University	Baseball	34	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#169 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 34 5.6% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
170	University of California-Merced	Soccer	34	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#170 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 34 25.9% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
171	University of California-Santa Barbara	Soccer	34	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#171 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 34 3.0% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
172	University of La Verne	Track and Field (Outdoor)	34	48.48	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#172 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
173	University of Southern California	Swimming and Diving (combined)	34	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#173 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 34 Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
174	Westcliff University	Soccer	34	45.09	--	26051	63721	#174 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 32% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 34 51.4% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
175	California State University-Monterey Bay	Soccer	33	97.34	900 – 1,210	15222	48648	#175 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside, CA Located in Seaside, California State University-Monterey Bay accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at California State University-Monterey Bay currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 33 13.8% Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
176	Pitzer College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	33	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#176 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
177	Point Loma Nazarene University	Baseball	33	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#177 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 33 6.5% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
178	Pomona College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	33	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#178 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 38 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, 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
179	Saint Mary's College of California	Track and Field (Outdoor)	33	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#179 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 33 17.9% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
180	Simpson University	Soccer	33	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#180 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 33 32.0% Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
181	Vanguard University of Southern California	Soccer	33	64.79	940 – 1,200	20273	43464	#181 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,955. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 33 2.9% Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
182	California State University-Bakersfield	Wrestling	32	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#182 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 32 3.0% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
183	Chapman University	Baseball	32	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#183 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
184	Claremont McKenna College	Soccer	32	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#184 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
185	Point Loma Nazarene University	Soccer	32	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#185 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 32 33.3% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
186	San Diego Mesa College	Soccer	32	80.92	--	3175	35773	#186 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 32 23.1% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
187	Shasta College	Baseball	32	0	--	7751	32486	#187 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Shasta College Redding, CA Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 32 22.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,751 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,486
188	Sonoma State University	Soccer	32	94.73	1,010 – 1,180	15113	52179	#188 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Sonoma State University Rohnert Park, CA Based in Rohnert Park, Sonoma State University’s acceptance rate is 95% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 32 Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,179
189	The Master's University and Seminary	Soccer	32	75.89	1,010 – 1,210	33463	41665	#189 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California The Master's University and Seminary Santa Clarita, CA The Master’s University was opened as the Los Angeles Baptist College and Seminary in 1927. In 1985, it changed its name to The Master’s College to reflect its switch interdenominational religious affiliation. It became a university in 2016....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 32 3.2% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $33,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,665
190	University of California-Berkeley	Water Polo	32	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#190 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 32 6.7% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
191	University of California-Irvine	Track and Field (Outdoor)	32	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#191 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 32 6.7% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
192	University of California-Santa Barbara	Water Polo	32	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#192 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 32 11.1% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
193	University of Redlands	Baseball	32	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#193 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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 65 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
194	University of the Pacific	Water Polo	32	71.32	1,180 – 1,470	30975	62672	#194 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of the Pacific Stockton, CA Located in Stockton, the University of the Pacific accepts 71% of applicants and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at the University of the Pacific will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 32 6.7% Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $30,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,672
195	Vanguard University of Southern California	Wrestling	32	64.79	940 – 1,200	20273	43464	#195 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,955. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 32 11.1% Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
196	Antelope Valley Community College District	Baseball	31	0	--	8294	28110	#196 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 31 34.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
197	Biola University	Soccer	31	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#197 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 31 6.1% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
198	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Wrestling	31	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#198 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 31 22.5% Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
199	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	Soccer	31	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#199 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 31 3.3% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
200	California State University-Fullerton	Soccer	31	90.52	--	6283	48558	#200 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 31 29.5% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
201	Santa Clara University	Water Polo	31	48	1,370 – 1,490	49651	91198	#201 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Clara University Santa Clara, CA Opened in 1851, Santa Clara University is the oldest operating institution of higher education in California. A NCAA Division I without football school, athletes are known as the Broncos and compete in the West Coast Conference. Former Broncos have gone onto play in the NBA, NFL, and MLB....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 31 6.9% Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $49,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $91,198
202	Simpson University	Baseball	31	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#202 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 31 56.9% Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
203	Skyline College	Baseball	31	99.03	--	4652	59213	#203 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Skyline College San Bruno, CA Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 31 11.4% Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,652 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
204	University of California-Los Angeles	Water Polo	31	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#204 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 31 11.4% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
205	University of La Verne	Soccer	31	48.48	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#205 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
206	Vanguard University of Southern California	Basketball	31	64.79	940 – 1,200	20273	43464	#206 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,955. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 31 11.4% Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
207	Westmont College	Soccer	31	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#207 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 31 19.2% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
208	William Jessup University	Soccer	31	76.82	1,060 – 1,300	28171	43163	#208 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 31 40.9% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
209	Academy of Art University	Soccer	30	100	--	36591	30452	#209 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 30 3.4% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
210	California Baptist University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	30	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#210 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 30 20.0% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
211	California Baptist University	Wrestling	30	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#211 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 30 3.2% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
212	California Lutheran University	Water Polo	30	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#212 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
213	California State University-Fresno	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	30	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#213 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At California State University-Fresno, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 30 15.4% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
214	California State University-San Bernardino	Soccer	30	93.18	820 – 1,020	6645	43149	#214 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 57% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 30 3.4% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $6,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
215	California State University-Stanislaus	Soccer	30	98.14	840 – 1,060	7316	47793	#215 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 30 7.1% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
216	Loyola Marymount University	Soccer	30	45.08	1,280 – 1,430	54471	62763	#216 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 30 3.2% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
217	Modesto Junior College	Soccer	30	16.54	--	13093	59213	#217 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 30 Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
218	Pepperdine University	Water Polo	30	62.86	1,310 – 1,450	52216	64934	#218 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Clinical Psychology. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 30 11.1% Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
219	San Francisco State University	Wrestling	30	96.15	930 – 1,140	13353	52650	#219 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Francisco State University San Francisco, CA Found in San Francisco, San Francisco State University accepts 96% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 30 3.2% Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650
220	San Jose State University	Soccer	30	84.61	--	13833	62448	#220 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Jose State University San Jose, CA Located in San Jose, San Jose State University’s acceptance rate is 85% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 36% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 30 14.3% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,448
221	Santa Ana College	Baseball	30	0	--	6914	36845	#221 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Ana College Santa Ana, CA Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 30 25.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,845
222	Santa Monica College	Soccer	30	43.84	--	5636	31977	#222 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 30 15.4% Acceptance Rate 43.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,977
223	Simpson University	Wrestling	30	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#223 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 30 Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
224	Solano Community College	Baseball	30	88.49	--	6317	59423	#224 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Solano Community College Fairfield, CA Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 30 7.1% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,317 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
225	University of California-San Diego	Water Polo	30	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#225 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 30 Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
226	University of California-Santa Barbara	Swimming	30	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#226 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 30 3.4% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
227	California Baptist University	Soccer	29	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#227 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 11.5% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
228	California Baptist University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	29	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#228 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 29 52.6% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
229	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Swimming	29	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#229 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 29 Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
230	California State University-Long Beach	Volleyball	29	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#230 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 29 7.4% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
231	California State University-San Marcos	Soccer	29	95.1	860 – 1,080	10500	48673	#231 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Based in San Marcos, California State University-San Marcos accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications. About 48% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 3.6% Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
232	Chapman University	Water Polo	29	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#232 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
233	Dominican University of California	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	29	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#233 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 29 29.3% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
234	Occidental College	Soccer	29	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#234 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
235	Stanford University	Rowing	29	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#235 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes 29 3.6% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
236	Stanford University	Soccer	29	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#236 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
237	University of California-Berkeley	Soccer	29	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#237 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 7.4% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
238	University of California-Davis	Soccer	29	41.83	1,180 – 1,420	17315	58461	#238 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Davis Davis, CA The University of California – Davis is the seventh campus within the University of California system. It was originally an agricultural branch when founded in 1905, and was known as University Farm. Famous alumni have included the CEO of Chevron, John S....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,315 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,461
239	University of California-Riverside	Soccer	29	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#239 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 9.4% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
240	University of California-San Diego	Soccer	29	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#240 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 9.4% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
241	University of Redlands	Soccer	29	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#241 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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 65 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
242	University of San Diego	Rowing	29	52.38	1,210 – 1,390	37675	64995	#242 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of San Diego San Diego, CA Found in San Diego, the University of San Diego’s acceptance rate is 52%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 84% of students attending the University of San Diego currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes 29 31.8% Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $37,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,995
243	University of San Francisco	Soccer	29	61.71	1,200 – 1,390	44104	69951	#243 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of San Francisco San Francisco, CA The University of San Francisco charges $70 for undergraduate applications. The school offers 79 areas of study, the most popular of which is Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Student athletes compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 29 3.3% Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $44,104 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,951
244	University of Southern California	Water Polo	29	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#244 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 29 3.3% Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
245	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	Soccer	28	91.98	1,010 – 1,270	13837	37382	#245 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 46% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 28 20.0% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $13,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
246	California State University-Sacramento	Soccer	28	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#246 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 28 12.5% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
247	Hope International University	Basketball	28	32.98	900 – 1,250	30514	36030	#247 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 28 86.7% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $30,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
248	San Francisco State University	Soccer	28	96.15	930 – 1,140	13353	52650	#248 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Francisco State University San Francisco, CA Found in San Francisco, San Francisco State University accepts 96% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 28 12.5% Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650
249	Soka University of America	Soccer	28	43.62	1,330 – 1,510	18807	51242	#249 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Soka University of America Aliso Viejo, CA The Soka University of America, a fairly new school (founded in 2001), focuses on pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. It was created by the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, Daisaku Ikeda. Students enjoy a cozy 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 28 55.6% Acceptance Rate 43.6% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $18,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
250	The Master's University and Seminary	Baseball	28	75.89	1,010 – 1,210	33463	41665	#250 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California The Master's University and Seminary Santa Clarita, CA The Master’s University was opened as the Los Angeles Baptist College and Seminary in 1927. In 1985, it changed its name to The Master’s College to reflect its switch interdenominational religious affiliation. It became a university in 2016....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 28 9.7% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $33,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,665
251	University of California-Davis	Water Polo	28	41.83	1,180 – 1,420	17315	58461	#251 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Davis Davis, CA The University of California – Davis is the seventh campus within the University of California system. It was originally an agricultural branch when founded in 1905, and was known as University Farm. Famous alumni have included the CEO of Chevron, John S....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 28 12.0% Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,315 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,461
252	University of California-Irvine	Soccer	28	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#252 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 28 9.7% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
253	University of California-Merced	Track and Field (Outdoor)	28	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#253 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 28 55.6% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
254	University of California-Santa Cruz	Soccer	28	65.57	1,180 – 1,390	16526	49716	#254 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA Found in Santa Cruz, the University of California-Santa Cruz accepts 66% of applicants and requests $80 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 88% of students decide to stay at the University of California-Santa Cruz after completing their first year....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 28 6.7% Acceptance Rate 65.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $16,526 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,716
255	University of Redlands	Water Polo	28	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#255 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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 65 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
256	University of the Pacific	Soccer	28	71.32	1,180 – 1,470	30975	62672	#256 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of the Pacific Stockton, CA Located in Stockton, the University of the Pacific accepts 71% of applicants and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at the University of the Pacific will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 28 Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $30,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,672
257	Antelope Valley Community College District	Soccer	27	0	--	8294	28110	#257 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 27 38.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
258	Biola University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	27	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#258 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 27 3.6% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
259	California Institute of Technology	Soccer	27	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#259 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
260	California State University Maritime Academy	Soccer	27	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#260 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 27 28.6% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
261	California State University-Long Beach	Water Polo	27	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#261 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 27 12.9% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
262	Chapman University	Soccer	27	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#262 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
263	Cypress College	Soccer	27	0	--	7730	35285	#263 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Cypress College Cypress, CA Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 27 20.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,285
264	Feather River Community College District	Soccer	27	41.5	--	10949	54552	#264 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Found in Quincy, Feather River Community College District’s acceptance rate is 42%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 3% of students attending Feather River Community College District currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 27 22.7% Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,552
265	Loyola Marymount University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	27	45.08	1,280 – 1,430	54471	62763	#265 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 27 42.1% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
266	Rio Hondo College	Soccer	27	80.92	--	13920	54803	#266 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 27 20.6% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,803
267	San Diego State University	Soccer	27	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#267 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 27 10.0% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
268	Santa Clara University	Cross Country	27	48	1,370 – 1,490	49651	91198	#268 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Clara University Santa Clara, CA Opened in 1851, Santa Clara University is the oldest operating institution of higher education in California. A NCAA Division I without football school, athletes are known as the Broncos and compete in the West Coast Conference. Former Broncos have gone onto play in the NBA, NFL, and MLB....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 27 92.9% Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $49,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $91,198
269	Santa Monica College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	27	43.84	--	5636	31977	#269 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 27 42.1% Acceptance Rate 43.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,977
270	Stanford University	Wrestling	27	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#270 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 27 Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
271	Westcliff University	Basketball	27	45.09	--	26051	63721	#271 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 32% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 27 3.6% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
272	California Lutheran University	Basketball	26	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#272 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
273	California State University-Monterey Bay	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	26	97.34	900 – 1,210	15222	48648	#273 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside, CA Located in Seaside, California State University-Monterey Bay accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at California State University-Monterey Bay currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 26 Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
274	Concordia University-Irvine	Soccer	26	65.99	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#274 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Educational Leadership and Administration, and General....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 26 16.1% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
275	Concordia University-Irvine	Volleyball	26	65.99	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#275 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Educational Leadership and Administration, and General....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 26 3.7% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
276	La Sierra University	Soccer	26	93.3	890 – 1,140	28076	42617	#276 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 26 18.2% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $28,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
277	Loyola Marymount University	Water Polo	26	45.08	1,280 – 1,430	54471	62763	#277 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 26 13.3% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
278	Santa Clara University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	26	48	1,370 – 1,490	49651	91198	#278 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Clara University Santa Clara, CA Opened in 1851, Santa Clara University is the oldest operating institution of higher education in California. A NCAA Division I without football school, athletes are known as the Broncos and compete in the West Coast Conference. Former Broncos have gone onto play in the NBA, NFL, and MLB....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 26 7.1% Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $49,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $91,198
279	University of California-Irvine	Water Polo	26	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#279 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 26 Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
280	University of California-Los Angeles	Soccer	26	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#280 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 26 10.3% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
281	West Los Angeles College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	26	0	--	9426	32538	#281 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 26 16.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,538
282	Academy of Art University	Baseball	25	100	--	36591	30452	#282 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball # of Male Athletes 25 37.5% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
283	Bethesda University	Soccer	25	79.48	--	13965	37397	#283 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Bethesda University Anaheim, CA Based in Anaheim, Bethesda University accepts 79% of applicants and charges $100 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 32% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 55% of students continued their studies at Bethesda University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 25 47.1% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,397
284	Biola University	Water Polo	25	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#284 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 25 Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
285	California Baptist University	Water Polo	25	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#285 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 25 3.8% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
286	California State University-Bakersfield	Soccer	25	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#286 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 25 7.4% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
287	California State University-Chico	Cross Country	25	91.58	960 – 1,290	15187	50493	#287 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,920 on average. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 25 4.2% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
288	Concordia University-Irvine	Swimming	25	65.99	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#288 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Educational Leadership and Administration, and General....Read more Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 25 8.7% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
289	Life Pacific University	Soccer	25	93.95	930 – 1,180	23311	35814	#289 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Life Pacific University San Dimas, CA Based in San Dimas, Life Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 94% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 56% and its four year......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 25 31.6% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,814
290	Rio Hondo College	Wrestling	25	80.92	--	13920	54803	#290 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 25 38.9% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,803
291	California Institute of Technology	Swimming and Diving (combined)	24	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#291 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
292	California Lutheran University	Volleyball	24	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#292 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
293	Claremont McKenna College	Cross Country	24	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#293 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
294	Pacific Union College	Soccer	24	42.48	950 – 1,190	22799	52713	#294 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 24 20.0% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
295	Pepperdine University	Volleyball	24	62.86	1,310 – 1,450	52216	64934	#295 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Clinical Psychology. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 24 9.1% Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
296	Pitzer College	Cross Country	24	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#296 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
297	Pomona College	Cross Country	24	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#297 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 38 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, 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
298	San Jose State University	Water Polo	24	84.61	--	13833	62448	#298 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Jose State University San Jose, CA Located in San Jose, San Jose State University’s acceptance rate is 85% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 36% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 24 14.3% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,448
299	Santa Ana College	Soccer	24	0	--	6914	36845	#299 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Ana College Santa Ana, CA Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 24 17.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,845
300	Stanford University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	24	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#300 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 24 17.2% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
301	University of California-Berkeley	Gymnastics	24	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#301 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Gymnastics # of Male Athletes 24 20.0% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
302	University of California-Los Angeles	Volleyball	24	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#302 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 24 14.3% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
303	Academy of Art University	Basketball	23	100	--	36591	30452	#303 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 23 4.2% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
304	California State University-Northridge	Volleyball	23	88.1	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#304 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 23 4.5% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
305	Concordia University-Irvine	Water Polo	23	65.99	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#305 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Educational Leadership and Administration, and General....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 23 11.5% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
306	Saint Mary's College of California	Track and Field (Indoor)	23	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#306 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Male Athletes 23 11.5% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
307	The Master's University and Seminary	Swimming	23	75.89	1,010 – 1,210	33463	41665	#307 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California The Master's University and Seminary Santa Clarita, CA The Master’s University was opened as the Los Angeles Baptist College and Seminary in 1927. In 1985, it changed its name to The Master’s College to reflect its switch interdenominational religious affiliation. It became a university in 2016....Read more Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 23 91.7% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $33,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,665
308	University of California-San Diego	Swimming	23	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#308 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 23 17.9% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
309	University of California-San Diego	Volleyball	23	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#309 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 23 4.5% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
310	Bakersfield College	Wrestling	22	79.48	--	5892	29867	#310 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 22 15.8% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
311	California Institute of Technology	Baseball	22	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#311 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
312	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	Cross Country	22	91.98	1,010 – 1,270	13837	37382	#312 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 46% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 22 29.0% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $13,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
313	California State University Maritime Academy	Water Polo	22	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#313 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 22 46.7% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
314	Claremont McKenna College	Water Polo	22	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#314 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
315	Loyola Marymount University	Cross Country	22	45.08	1,280 – 1,430	54471	62763	#315 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 22 22.2% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
316	Modesto Junior College	Water Polo	22	16.54	--	13093	59213	#316 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 22 37.5% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
317	Santa Clara University	Soccer	22	48	1,370 – 1,490	49651	91198	#317 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Clara University Santa Clara, CA Opened in 1851, Santa Clara University is the oldest operating institution of higher education in California. A NCAA Division I without football school, athletes are known as the Broncos and compete in the West Coast Conference. Former Broncos have gone onto play in the NBA, NFL, and MLB....Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 22 21.4% Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $49,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $91,198
318	University of California-Santa Barbara	Cross Country	22	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#318 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 22 4.8% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
319	University of California-Santa Cruz	Volleyball	22	65.57	1,180 – 1,390	16526	49716	#319 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA Found in Santa Cruz, the University of California-Santa Cruz accepts 66% of applicants and requests $80 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 88% of students decide to stay at the University of California-Santa Cruz after completing their first year....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 22 4.8% Acceptance Rate 65.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $16,526 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,716
320	University of Redlands	Tennis	22	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#320 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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 65 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
321	Whittier College	Soccer	22	83.5	1,130 – 1,330	32436	46025	#321 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $32,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
322	California Baptist University	Cross Country	21	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#322 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 21 40.0% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
323	California Lutheran University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	21	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#323 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
324	California State University-Fullerton	Water Polo	21	90.52	--	6283	48558	#324 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 21 Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
325	Chapman University	Basketball	21	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#325 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
326	Fresno Pacific University	Swimming	21	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#326 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 21 61.5% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
327	Pacific Union College	Basketball	21	42.48	950 – 1,190	22799	52713	#327 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 21 5.0% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
328	Pitzer College	Water Polo	21	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#328 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
329	Pomona College	Water Polo	21	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#329 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 38 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, 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
330	Stanford University	Water Polo	21	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#330 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 21 10.5% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
331	University of La Verne	Basketball	21	48.48	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#331 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
332	University of La Verne	Cross Country	21	48.48	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#332 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
333	Bakersfield College	Cross Country	20	79.48	--	5892	29867	#333 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 20 33.3% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
334	Bethesda University	Basketball	20	79.48	--	13965	37397	#334 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Bethesda University Anaheim, CA Based in Anaheim, Bethesda University accepts 79% of applicants and charges $100 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 32% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 55% of students continued their studies at Bethesda University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 20 17.6% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,397
335	California Institute of Technology	Cross Country	20	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#335 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
336	California Lutheran University	Golf	20	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#336 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
337	California Lutheran University	Swimming	20	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#337 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
338	Fresno Pacific University	Water Polo	20	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#338 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 20 11.1% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
339	Santa Monica College	Basketball	20	43.84	--	5636	31977	#339 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 20 11.1% Acceptance Rate 43.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,977
340	Shasta College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	20	0	--	7751	32486	#340 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Shasta College Redding, CA Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 20 17.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,751 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,486
341	Simpson University	Volleyball	20	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#341 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 20 5.3% Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
342	University of California-Santa Barbara	Volleyball	20	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#342 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 20 13.0% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
343	California State University-Bakersfield	Swimming and Diving (combined)	19	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#343 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 19 5.0% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
344	California State University-Bakersfield	Track and Field (Outdoor)	19	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#344 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 19 9.5% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
345	California State University-Stanislaus	Basketball	19	98.14	840 – 1,060	7316	47793	#345 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 19 11.8% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
346	Cypress College	Water Polo	19	0	--	7730	35285	#346 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Cypress College Cypress, CA Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 19 18.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,285
347	Hope International University	Volleyball	19	32.98	900 – 1,250	30514	36030	#347 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 19 58.3% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $30,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
348	Life Pacific University	Basketball	19	93.95	930 – 1,180	23311	35814	#348 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Life Pacific University San Dimas, CA Based in San Dimas, Life Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 94% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 56% and its four year......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 19 Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,814
349	Pepperdine University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	19	62.86	1,310 – 1,450	52216	64934	#349 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Clinical Psychology. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 19 11.8% Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
350	Santa Monica College	Water Polo	19	43.84	--	5636	31977	#350 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 19 17.4% Acceptance Rate 43.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,977
351	Stanford University	Gymnastics	19	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#351 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Gymnastics # of Male Athletes 19 5.0% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
352	Stanford University	Volleyball	19	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#352 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 19 Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
353	University of California-Berkeley	Basketball	19	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#353 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 19 26.7% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
354	University of California-Irvine	Volleyball	19	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#354 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 19 13.6% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
355	University of California-San Diego	Fencing	19	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#355 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Fencing # of Male Athletes 19 9.5% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
356	University of Redlands	Swimming and Diving (combined)	19	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#356 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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 65 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 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
357	University of Southern California	Volleyball	19	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#357 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 19 5.0% Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
358	William Jessup University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	19	76.82	1,060 – 1,300	28171	43163	#358 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Male Athletes 19 13.6% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
359	Bakersfield College	Basketball	18	79.48	--	5892	29867	#359 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 12.5% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
360	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Basketball	18	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#360 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
361	California State University-East Bay	Basketball	18	96.81	830 – 1,050	10874	55546	#361 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-East Bay Hayward, CA Found in Hayward, California State University-East Bay accepts 97% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 56% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 79% and its four year......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 12.5% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $10,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
362	California State University-Northridge	Basketball	18	88.1	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#362 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
363	Claremont McKenna College	Basketball	18	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#363 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
364	Cypress College	Basketball	18	0	--	7730	35285	#364 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Cypress College Cypress, CA Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 12.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,285
365	Dominican University of California	Basketball	18	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#365 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 28.6% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
366	Fresno Pacific University	Basketball	18	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#366 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
367	Loyola Marymount University	Rowing	18	45.08	1,280 – 1,430	54471	62763	#367 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes 18 37.9% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
368	Menlo College	Volleyball	18	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#368 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Menlo College Atherton, CA Based in Atherton, Menlo College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Menlo College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 18 Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
369	Occidental College	Basketball	18	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#369 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
370	Pepperdine University	Cross Country	18	62.86	1,310 – 1,450	52216	64934	#370 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Clinical Psychology. Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 18 20.0% Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
371	San Diego Mesa College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	18	80.92	--	3175	35773	#371 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 18 Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
372	San Diego Mesa College	Water Polo	18	80.92	--	3175	35773	#372 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 18 28.6% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
373	Shasta College	Wrestling	18	0	--	7751	32486	#373 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Shasta College Redding, CA Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 18 28.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,751 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,486
374	Soka University of America	Track and Field (Indoor)	18	43.62	1,330 – 1,510	18807	51242	#374 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Soka University of America Aliso Viejo, CA The Soka University of America, a fairly new school (founded in 2001), focuses on pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. It was created by the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, Daisaku Ikeda. Students enjoy a cozy 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Male Athletes 18 Acceptance Rate 43.6% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $18,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
375	Soka University of America	Track and Field (Outdoor)	18	43.62	1,330 – 1,510	18807	51242	#375 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Soka University of America Aliso Viejo, CA The Soka University of America, a fairly new school (founded in 2001), focuses on pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. It was created by the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, Daisaku Ikeda. Students enjoy a cozy 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 18 Acceptance Rate 43.6% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $18,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
376	University of California-Merced	Water Polo	18	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#376 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Male Athletes 18 10.0% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
377	University of California-Santa Barbara	Basketball	18	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#377 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
378	University of San Diego	Basketball	18	52.38	1,210 – 1,390	37675	64995	#378 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of San Diego San Diego, CA Found in San Diego, the University of San Diego’s acceptance rate is 52%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 84% of students attending the University of San Diego currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $37,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,995
379	West Los Angeles College	Basketball	18	0	--	9426	32538	#379 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,538
380	Antelope Valley Community College District	Basketball	17	0	--	8294	28110	#380 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 5.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
381	Menlo College	Golf	17	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#381 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Menlo College Atherton, CA Based in Atherton, Menlo College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Menlo College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf # of Male Athletes 17 21.4% Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
382	Pacific Union College	Volleyball	17	42.48	950 – 1,190	22799	52713	#382 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 17 70.0% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
383	San Diego Mesa College	Basketball	17	80.92	--	3175	35773	#383 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 21.4% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
384	San Diego State University	Basketball	17	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#384 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
385	The Master's University and Seminary	Volleyball	17	75.89	1,010 – 1,210	33463	41665	#385 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California The Master's University and Seminary Santa Clarita, CA The Master’s University was opened as the Los Angeles Baptist College and Seminary in 1927. In 1985, it changed its name to The Master’s College to reflect its switch interdenominational religious affiliation. It became a university in 2016....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 17 Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $33,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,665
386	University of California-Merced	Volleyball	17	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#386 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 17 5.6% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
387	University of California-Santa Cruz	Basketball	17	65.57	1,180 – 1,390	16526	49716	#387 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA Found in Santa Cruz, the University of California-Santa Cruz accepts 66% of applicants and requests $80 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 88% of students decide to stay at the University of California-Santa Cruz after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 19.0% Acceptance Rate 65.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $16,526 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,716
388	University of Redlands	Basketball	17	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#388 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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 65 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
389	University of San Francisco	Track and Field (Outdoor)	17	61.71	1,200 – 1,390	44104	69951	#389 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of San Francisco San Francisco, CA The University of San Francisco charges $70 for undergraduate applications. The school offers 79 areas of study, the most popular of which is Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Student athletes compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 17 Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $44,104 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,951
390	University of San Francisco	Cross Country	17	61.71	1,200 – 1,390	44104	69951	#390 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of San Francisco San Francisco, CA The University of San Francisco charges $70 for undergraduate applications. The school offers 79 areas of study, the most popular of which is Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Student athletes compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Sport Cross Country # of Male Athletes 17 54.5% Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $44,104 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,951
391	Westcliff University	Volleyball	17	45.09	--	26051	63721	#391 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 32% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 17 15.0% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
392	William Jessup University	Basketball	17	76.82	1,060 – 1,300	28171	43163	#392 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 17 13.3% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
393	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	Basketball	16	91.98	1,010 – 1,270	13837	37382	#393 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 46% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $13,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
394	California State University-Fresno	Basketball	16	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#394 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At California State University-Fresno, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
395	California State University-Long Beach	Basketball	16	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#395 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
396	California State University-Los Angeles	Basketball	16	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#396 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, California State University-Los Angeles’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 80% of students attending California State University-Los Angeles currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State University-Los......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 14.3% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
397	Chapman University	Cross Country	16	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#397 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
398	Concordia University-Irvine	Basketball	16	65.99	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#398 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Educational Leadership and Administration, and General....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
399	MiraCosta College	Basketball	16	0	--	7972	37965	#399 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,965
400	Modesto Junior College	Basketball	16	16.54	--	13093	59213	#400 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 11.1% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
401	Modesto Junior College	Swimming	16	16.54	--	13093	59213	#401 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 16 Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
402	Modesto Junior College	Wrestling	16	16.54	--	13093	59213	#402 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 16 Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
403	Occidental College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	16	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#403 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
404	San Diego Mesa College	Volleyball	16	80.92	--	3175	35773	#404 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 16 23.1% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
405	San Francisco State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	16	96.15	930 – 1,140	13353	52650	#405 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Francisco State University San Francisco, CA Found in San Francisco, San Francisco State University accepts 96% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Male Athletes 16 15.8% Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650
406	San Jose State University	Basketball	16	84.61	--	13833	62448	#406 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California San Jose State University San Jose, CA Located in San Jose, San Jose State University’s acceptance rate is 85% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 36% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 23.1% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,448
407	Santa Ana College	Basketball	16	0	--	6914	36845	#407 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Ana College Santa Ana, CA Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 15.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,845
408	Santa Clara University	Basketball	16	48	1,370 – 1,490	49651	91198	#408 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Clara University Santa Clara, CA Opened in 1851, Santa Clara University is the oldest operating institution of higher education in California. A NCAA Division I without football school, athletes are known as the Broncos and compete in the West Coast Conference. Former Broncos have gone onto play in the NBA, NFL, and MLB....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $49,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $91,198
409	Shasta College	Basketball	16	0	--	7751	32486	#409 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Shasta College Redding, CA Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 15.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,751 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,486
410	Skyline College	Wrestling	16	99.03	--	4652	59213	#410 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Skyline College San Bruno, CA Sport Wrestling # of Male Athletes 16 33.3% Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,652 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
411	Sonoma State University	Basketball	16	94.73	1,010 – 1,180	15113	52179	#411 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Sonoma State University Rohnert Park, CA Based in Rohnert Park, Sonoma State University’s acceptance rate is 95% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,179
412	Stanford University	Basketball	16	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#412 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 14.3% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
413	University of California-Irvine	Basketball	16	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#413 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
414	University of California-San Diego	Basketball	16	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#414 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 16 14.3% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
415	Biola University	Basketball	15	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#415 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
416	California Baptist University	Basketball	15	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#416 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 11.8% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
417	California Institute of Technology	Basketball	15	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#417 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
418	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	Basketball	15	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#418 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 15.4% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
419	California State University Maritime Academy	Basketball	15	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#419 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
420	California State University Maritime Academy	Rowing	15	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#420 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Rowing # of Male Athletes 15 114.3% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
421	California State University-Chico	Basketball	15	91.58	960 – 1,290	15187	50493	#421 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,920 on average. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 11.8% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
422	California State University-Dominguez Hills	Basketball	15	59.11	760 – 950	4438	46827	#422 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA Located in Carson, California State University-Dominguez Hills accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 760 – 950 Avg. Net Price $4,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
423	California State University-Fullerton	Basketball	15	90.52	--	6283	48558	#423 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
424	California State University-Sacramento	Basketball	15	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#424 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
425	California State University-San Marcos	Basketball	15	95.1	860 – 1,080	10500	48673	#425 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Based in San Marcos, California State University-San Marcos accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications. About 48% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
426	Foothill College	Swimming	15	0	--	9665	59213	#426 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA Sport Swimming # of Male Athletes 15 114.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
427	La Sierra University	Basketball	15	93.3	890 – 1,140	28076	42617	#427 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 11.8% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $28,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
428	Loyola Marymount University	Basketball	15	45.08	1,280 – 1,430	54471	62763	#428 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
429	Menlo College	Basketball	15	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#429 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Menlo College Atherton, CA Based in Atherton, Menlo College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Menlo College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
430	Pepperdine University	Basketball	15	62.86	1,310 – 1,450	52216	64934	#430 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Clinical Psychology. Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
431	Pitzer College	Basketball	15	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#431 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California 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
432	Pomona College	Basketball	15	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#432 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 38 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, 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
433	Providence Christian College	Soccer	15	92.52	1,010 – 1,210	25354	52373	#433 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Found in Pasadena, Providence Christian College accepts 93% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Providence Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Providence Christian College, there is a 82% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Soccer # of Male Athletes 15 16.7% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,373
434	Saint Mary's College of California	Basketball	15	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#434 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
435	Santa Monica College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	15	43.84	--	5636	31977	#435 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Male Athletes 15 11.8% Acceptance Rate 43.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,977
436	Santa Monica College	Volleyball	15	43.84	--	5636	31977	#436 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA Sport Volleyball # of Male Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 43.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,977
437	Simpson University	Basketball	15	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#437 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Male Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
438	Solano Community College	Basketball	15	88.49	--	6317	59423	#438

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Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California

Football

137 5.4%

82.7%

1,110 – 1,350

$28,054

$61,686

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

130 1.6%

11.0%

1,330 – 1,540

$16,997

$74,919

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California

Football

127 9.3%

9.0%

1,320 – 1,540

$15,166

$59,063

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California

Football

125 2.5%

31.2%

1,240 – 1,450

$16,888

$72,358

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California

Football

121 116.1%

99.0%

970 – 1,180

$28,453

$51,256

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California

Football

121 4.3%

11.0%

1,330 – 1,540

$16,997

$74,919

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California

Football

120 3.4%

75.7%

1,160 – 1,360

$27,080

$54,981

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California

Football

120 15.4%

65.4%

1,280 – 1,440

$48,037

$58,080

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

118 81.5%

65.6%

1,180 – 1,390

$16,526

$49,716

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

116 3.6%

79.6%

990 – 1,300

$26,117

$56,794

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Male Athletes in California

Football

115 1.8%

36.0%

1,100 – 1,320

$19,500

$52,620

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