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Rank	Institution	Sport	# of Female Athletes	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Hope College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	205	79.24	1,130 – 1,370	28643	49727	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Hope College Holland, MI Student athletes at Hope College are known as the Flying Dutchmen and wear orange and blue. Some popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Hope has a cozy 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 81% six year graduation rate. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 205 4.1% Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $28,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,727
2	Washington University in St Louis	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	164	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 164 8.4% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
3	Trinity College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	163	29.25	1,320 – 1,480	31806	67628	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Trinity College Hartford, CT Trinity College, originally known as Washington College, was founded in 1823, making it the second oldest college in the state. 67% receive institutional grant aid to attend, $50,051 on average. Students are known as Bantams and wear blue and gold. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 163 Acceptance Rate 29.3% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $31,806 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,628
4	University of Mount Union	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	158	80.13	1,170 – 1,310	22835	45919	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Mount Union Alliance, OH 20% of accepted students enroll in the University of Mount Union, a somewhat selective liberal arts school. The 123-acre campus is home to two buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and the Kehres Stadium is the oldest college stadium in the state. The university also has a 162-acre nature center. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 158 6.0% Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,835 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,919
5	Elmhurst University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	156	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 156 27.9% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
6	University of Chicago	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	153	4.48	1,510 – 1,570	27979	80870	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Chicago Chicago, IL The University of Chicago receives 43,600 applications annually and the school is considered extremely selective. It's made up of an undergraduate college and five graduate research divisions. UChicago also has campuses all over the world, from Hong Kong to Paris....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 153 5.0% Acceptance Rate 4.5% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $27,979 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,870
7	Tufts University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	143	11.53	1,470 – 1,560	33333	68337	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Tufts University Medford, MA Opened in 1852 as Tufts College, Tufts University is a small liberal arts school. It became a doctoral/research university in the 1970s. The university offers over 70 undergraduate major programs. International Relations and Affairs, Computer Science, and Dentistry are popular areas of study. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 143 7.7% Acceptance Rate 11.5% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $33,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,337
8	The College of New Jersey	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	140	62.35	1,150 – 1,350	22379	62649	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football The College of New Jersey Ewing, NJ The College of New Jersey was founded in 1855 and originally called the New Jersey State Normal School. It received its current name in 1996. The college has a first year retention rate of 91%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 140 Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $22,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,649
9	George Fox University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	139	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 139 17.8% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
10	Gustavus Adolphus College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	134	61.8	1,210 – 1,400	28805	51546	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Gustavus Adolphus College Saint Peter, MN Psychology, General is the most popular major at Gustavus Adolphus College. A fairly selective school, it received 4,450 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 2,750 of them. The college has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 84% first year retention rate. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 134 2.9% Acceptance Rate 61.8% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $28,805 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,546
11	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	133	83.77	930 – 1,240	12942	50140	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 72% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 133 9.0% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
12	Carthage College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	131	87.1	1,020 – 1,260	24962	46116	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 131 18.0% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
13	Saint Norbert College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	129	85.74	1,080 – 1,310	27236	49775	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Saint Norbert College De Pere, WI Roman Catholic and Norbertine, St. Norbert College’s motto is “Docere Verbo et Exemplo,” which translates to “To teach by word and example.” It awards 100% of students with institutional grants and has an 83% first year retention rate. 75% graduate in four years, 78% in six. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 129 10.3% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,236 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,775
14	Bates College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	128	13.32	1,380 – 1,510	26658	59202	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 91% first year retention rate, 88% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 128 8.6% Acceptance Rate 13.3% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $26,658 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
15	Springfield College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	120	71.89	1,080 – 1,330	29198	43692	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Springfield College Springfield, MA Gym teacher James Naismith invented Basketball at Springfield College in 1891, when it was the International Young Men's Christian Association Training School. Students are known as the Pride and wearing maroon and white, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 120 19.5% Acceptance Rate 71.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $29,198 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,692
16	Rowan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	115	78.3	1,110 – 1,320	22237	50705	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 78% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 77% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 46% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 115 1.7% Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,237 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
17	John Carroll University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	114	80.9	1,200 – 1,390	30790	53187	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football John Carroll University University Heights, OH John Carroll University was founded in 1886 as the St. Ignatius College. It changed its name to its current moniker in 1923 and became coeducational in 1968. Many of the buildings on the 65-acre campus are of Collegiate Gothic architecture. JCU has a first year retention rate of 83%. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 114 3.4% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $30,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,187
18	University of Rochester	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	114	40.08	1,420 – 1,530	40900	68333	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Rochester Rochester, NY The University of Rochester was founded in 1850 and is tucked in the bends of the Genesee River. Alumni and faculty have won Nobel Prizes, Grammy Awards, Pulitzer Prizes, and more. The school has an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 90% first year retention rate, and 86% six year graduation rate. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 114 1.7% Acceptance Rate 40.1% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $40,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,333
19	Moravian University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	113	54.17	1,080 – 1,290	30720	53471	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 113 0.9% Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $30,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
20	Augustana College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	112	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 112 2.8% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
21	Centre College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	112	54.34	1,240 – 1,430	23780	50073	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Centre College Danville, KY Centre College’s motto is “Doctrina Lux Mentis,” or “Learning is the Light of the Mind.” Offering up to Bachelor's degrees, the school has 26 degree programs, with Economics, Other being the most sought after. Centre also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 10 to 1. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 112 64.7% Acceptance Rate 54.3% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $23,780 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,073
22	Alma College	Other Sports	111	57	970 – 1,200	24862	45720	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Alma College Alma, MI A fairly selective school, 3,000 applicants received acceptance letters to Alma College during the last admissions cycle. 10% decide to enroll. Classes are smaller, with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 85% of freshman stay at the school after they complete their first year....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 111 38.8% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $24,862 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,720
23	Illinois Wesleyan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	111	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 111 14.4% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
24	Bowdoin College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	110	7.13	1,470 – 1,550	23110	61692	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 110 6.8% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $23,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
25	Ohio Wesleyan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	109	55.6	1,190 – 1,380	23826	42495	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Ohio Wesleyan University Delaware, OH Found in Delaware, Ohio Wesleyan University accepted 56% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 100% of students attending Ohio Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 109 31.3% Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $23,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,495
26	Utica University	Track and Field (Indoor)	107	86.79	1,030 – 1,210	22510	57422	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 107 Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
27	Utica University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	107	86.79	1,030 – 1,210	22510	57422	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 107 Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
28	Carnegie Mellon University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	106	11.66	1,500 – 1,570	32964	105360	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA Some popular majors at Carnegie Mellon University include Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Computer Science. A merger in 1900 between Carnegie Institute of Technology and the Mellon Institute of Industrial Research created the school we know today....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 106 5.4% Acceptance Rate 11.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $32,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,360
29	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	105	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 105 5.4% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
30	Wittenberg University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	104	91.04	1,050 – 1,240	21457	42437	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Wittenberg University Springfield, OH Found in Springfield, Wittenberg University’s acceptance rate is 91% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Wittenberg University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 104 Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,437
31	Wheaton College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	103	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Clinical Psychology is the most popular major. A NCAA Division III with football school, athletes, wearing blue and orange, are known as The Thunder and compete in the College Conference of Illinois and......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 103 5.1% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
32	Baldwin Wallace University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	101	75.7	1,090 – 1,300	28190	44972	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Baldwin Wallace University Berea, OH Baldwin Wallace University is a private liberal arts and sciences university found in 1845. The school boasts a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 83% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 101 23.2% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,972
33	DePauw University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	99	57.19	1,150 – 1,380	30507	58476	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football DePauw University Greencastle, IN DePauw University was founded in 1837 as Indiana Asbury University. Its motto is “Decus lumenque reipublicae collegium,” which is Latin for “The college is the splendor and light of the common good.” Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, and Computer Science are commonly chosen majors. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 99 13.2% Acceptance Rate 57.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $30,507 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,476
34	Macalester College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	96	28.52	1,350 – 1,500	38571	46244	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Macalester College Saint Paul, MN Macalester College is a private liberal arts college that sits near the Mississippi River in the heart of the Twin Cities. Students can earn up to a bachelor’s degree and a commonly selected major is Research and Experimental Psychology, Other....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 96 7.9% Acceptance Rate 28.5% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $38,571 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,244
35	Otterbein University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	94	84.52	990 – 1,240	22242	44539	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Otterbein University Westerville, OH Otterbein University is a private institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. It was founded by the Church of United Brethren in Christ in 1947, but today it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 94 22.1% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,539
36	Carroll University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	90	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 90 4.3% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
37	Nebraska Wesleyan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	89	79.82	1,110 – 1,280	24863	47667	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE Nebraska Wesleyan University is a private school, associated with the United Methodists. It has 44 available majors and programs – Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular. Competing in the American Rivers Conference, the 538 Prairie Wolves wear black and gold. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 89 2.3% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,863 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,667
38	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	88	87.26	1,080 – 1,280	15966	54825	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Located in Platteville, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 88 4.3% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,966 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
39	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	Track and Field (Outdoor)	87	81.22	1,110 – 1,290	13125	49626	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 23% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 87 4.4% Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $13,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
40	Ursinus College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	87	91.77	1,220 – 1,390	31625	54542	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Ursinus College Collegeville, PA 100% of students at Ursinus College receive grant aid, around $43,758 per student. The school sits on a 170-acre campus and has several programs that promote STEM, including the Supporting Inclusive Excellence Program and Science in Motion....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 87 23.0% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $31,625 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,542
41	Adrian College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	84	68.43	900 – 1,150	22053	42805	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Adrian College Adrian, MI Located in Adrian, Adrian College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 84 20.0% Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,053 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,805
42	Gettysburg College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	84	38.9	1,240 – 1,460	35729	57274	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Gettysburg College Gettysburg, PA Located in Gettysburg, Gettysburg College accepts 39% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending Gettysburg College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 84 3.4% Acceptance Rate 38.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $35,729 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,274
43	The Catholic University of America	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	84	82.78	1,050 – 1,260	35008	63217	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football The Catholic University of America Washington, DC Located in Washington, The Catholic University of America’s acceptance rate is 83%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of students attending The Catholic University of America currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 84 6.7% Acceptance Rate 82.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $35,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,217
44	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	Track and Field (Indoor)	84	81.22	1,110 – 1,290	13125	49626	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 23% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 84 1.2% Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $13,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
45	Misericordia University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	83	88.71	1,090 – 1,260	25090	55910	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Misericordia University Dallas, PA Misericordia University is a private liberal arts school located just north of Philadelphia. Many of its students come from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. Roman Catholic, College Misericordia was founded in 1924 by the Religious Sisters of Mercy – it became a university in 2007. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 83 22.4% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $25,090 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,910
46	Worcester Polytechnic Institute	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	83	60.16	1,200 – 1,390	47799	85038	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA Located in Worcester, Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s acceptance rate is 60%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 95% of students attending Worcester Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid. At Worcester Polytechnic Institute, there is a 94%......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 83 15.3% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $47,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,038
47	Greenville University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	82	97.66	890 – 1,130	21442	40307	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Greenville University Greenville, IL Based in Greenville, Greenville University’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 82 2.4% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,307
48	Luther College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	82	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 82 11.8% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
49	Rhodes College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	82	50.35	1,320 – 1,460	30590	48898	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Rhodes College Memphis, TN Getting its start in the mid-1830’s with the Montgomery Academy, Rhodes College is primarily composed of undergraduates. “Truth, Loyalty, Service” is the motto of Rhodes. Red and black are the colors for the Lynx sports teams, who compete in events such as Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 82 12.3% Acceptance Rate 50.4% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $30,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,898
50	Geneva College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	81	80.35	1,000 – 1,220	22145	46107	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Geneva College Beaver Falls, PA Courses at Geneva College focus on humanities and a Reformed Christian worldview. Its motto is “For Christ and Country.” 99% of attending students receive grant aid, averaging $20,748 each. Athletes, known as the Golden Tornadoes, compete in the Presidents' Athletic Conference. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 81 19.1% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $22,145 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,107
51	The College of Wooster	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	81	59.53	1,250 – 1,460	29529	43895	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football The College of Wooster Wooster, OH Located in Wooster, The College of Wooster accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending The College of Wooster currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 81 17.4% Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $29,529 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,895
52	Trine University	Other Sports	81	84.69	1,110 – 1,310	25580	53010	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Trine University Angola, IN Found in Angola, Trine University’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Trine University, there is a 85% first year retention rate and around 50% of students will earn......Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 81 5.2% Acceptance Rate 84.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $25,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,010
53	Westfield State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	80	86.71	1,000 – 1,210	17723	46861	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Westfield State University Westfield, MA Found in Westfield, Westfield State University accepts 87% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 63% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 46% of students will graduate......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 80 12.7% Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,861
54	Simpson College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	79	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 79 14.5% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
55	Hamline University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	78	89.83	1,060 – 1,320	22759	47139	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Hamline University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, Hamline University accepts 90% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hamline University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 78 4.0% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,759 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,139
56	McMurry University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	77	57.04	960 – 1,170	20817	38647	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 77 22.2% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
57	Southern Virginia University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	77	99.73	970 – 1,220	25440	36988	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Southern Virginia University Buena Vista, VA Located in Buena Vista, Southern Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 100%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Southern Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 82% and around 28% of students will graduate in four......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 77 1.3% Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $25,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,988
58	Alvernia University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	76	62.32	1,070 – 1,260	26166	49938	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Alvernia University Reading, PA Based in Reading, Alvernia University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 76 8.6% Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $26,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,938
59	Denison University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	75	16.93	1,320 – 1,450	42177	51352	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Denison University Granville, OH Denison University is extremely selective - about 26% of accepted students enrolling. With an 89% first year retention rate and 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 81% will graduate in six years....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 75 17.6% Acceptance Rate 16.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $42,177 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,352
60	Allegheny College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	74	54.52	1,180 – 1,360	27929	45603	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Allegheny College Meadville, PA Found in Meadville, Allegheny College accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of students at Allegheny College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 74 28.2% Acceptance Rate 54.5% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,603
61	Lawrence University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	74	63.94	1,190 – 1,410	27393	40653	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Lawrence University Appleton, WI Lawrence University, founded in 1847 as one of the nation’s first coeducational institutions, offers a rigorous liberal arts and sciences education alongside its world-renowned Conservatory of Music....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 74 5.7% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $27,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,653
62	Shenandoah University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	74	76.95	990 – 1,270	26400	48167	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Shenandoah University Winchester, VA Found in Winchester, Shenandoah University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Shenandoah University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Shenandoah University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 74 29.8% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $26,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,167
63	Alma College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	72	57	970 – 1,200	24862	45720	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Alma College Alma, MI A fairly selective school, 3,000 applicants received acceptance letters to Alma College during the last admissions cycle. 10% decide to enroll. Classes are smaller, with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 85% of freshman stay at the school after they complete their first year....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 72 64.5% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $24,862 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,720
64	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	Track and Field (Indoor)	72	93.68	970 – 1,180	13670	47909	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI The University of Wisconsin, Whitewater offers 85 programs and majors, but many choose to study Business/Commerce, General. During the last admission cycle, the school received 9,320 applications and accepted 8,700. 110 acres of the 400 acre-campus makes up the Nature Preserve with woodlands, prairie, and wetlands. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 72 10.8% Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,670 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,909
65	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	Track and Field (Outdoor)	72	93.68	970 – 1,180	13670	47909	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI The University of Wisconsin, Whitewater offers 85 programs and majors, but many choose to study Business/Commerce, General. During the last admission cycle, the school received 9,320 applications and accepted 8,700. 110 acres of the 400 acre-campus makes up the Nature Preserve with woodlands, prairie, and wetlands. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 72 10.8% Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,670 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,909
66	Albion College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	71	80.7	950 – 1,180	18470	48203	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Albion College Albion, MI Albion College’s motto is “Lux Fiat,” or “Let there be Light.” The campus is home to the Whitehouse Nature Center that has six miles of trails, over 160 bird species, 400 plant species, and more. Many undergraduates major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Research and Experimental Psychology, and Other. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 71 6.0% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,203
67	University of Wisconsin-River Falls	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	71	77.82	1,010 – 1,210	15242	46524	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-River Falls River Falls, WI University of Wisconsin, River Falls, opened as the River Falls State Normal School in 1874. In 1971, it joined the state university system. The oldest building on campus, South Hall, dates back to 1898 and is named on the National Register of Historic Places. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 71 16.4% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,524
68	Wartburg College	Track and Field (Indoor)	71	99.41	1,010 – 1,280	23321	48795	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 71 Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
69	Muhlenberg College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	70	64.01	1,250 – 1,400	31814	53265	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Muhlenberg College Allentown, PA In addition to an 82-acre campus, Muhlenberg College also maintains nearby 60-acre Graver Arboretum and 40-acre Raker Wildlife Preserve. Most of their programs focus on liberal arts and pre-professional education – English Language and Literature, General is a popular area of study....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 70 16.7% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $31,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,265
70	Heidelberg University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	69	85.79	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Found in Tiffin, Heidelberg University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 69 2.8% Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
71	Wartburg College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	69	99.41	1,010 – 1,280	23321	48795	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 69 1.4% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
72	Carleton College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	66	20.41	1,450 – 1,560	29434	53989	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Carleton College Northfield, MN Part of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, the most popular sports at Carleton College are Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Swimming and Diving (combined). They’re known as the Knights and wear blue and maize. Computer Science is a commonly chosen undergraduate major. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 66 21.4% Acceptance Rate 20.4% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,989
73	Trine University	Track and Field (Indoor)	65	84.69	1,110 – 1,310	25580	53010	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Trine University Angola, IN Found in Angola, Trine University’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Trine University, there is a 85% first year retention rate and around 50% of students will earn......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 65 85.7% Acceptance Rate 84.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $25,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,010
74	Trine University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	65	84.69	1,110 – 1,310	25580	53010	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Trine University Angola, IN Found in Angola, Trine University’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Trine University, there is a 85% first year retention rate and around 50% of students will earn......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 65 85.7% Acceptance Rate 84.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $25,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,010
75	Trinity College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	64	29.25	1,320 – 1,480	31806	67628	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Trinity College Hartford, CT Trinity College, originally known as Washington College, was founded in 1823, making it the second oldest college in the state. 67% receive institutional grant aid to attend, $50,051 on average. Students are known as Bantams and wear blue and gold. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 64 137.0% Acceptance Rate 29.3% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $31,806 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,628
76	King's College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	63	93.05	1,080 – 1,280	25608	51734	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football King's College Wilkes-Barre, PA King's College, founded in 1946, began as a college for men however today men make up 54% of the student population and 45% of enrolled students are women. Physician Assistant, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Business Administration and Management, and General are popular majors and 59% of students will......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 63 6.8% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,734
77	St Olaf College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	63	48.32	1,310 – 1,450	27282	48373	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 47 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 63 Acceptance Rate 48.3% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $27,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
78	Union College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	62	43.92	1,320 – 1,480	42884	63219	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 90%, and 80% will graduate within four years. 85% graduate in six. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 62 34.8% Acceptance Rate 43.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
79	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	Track and Field (Indoor)	62	87.99	1,110 – 1,310	15323	50011	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 62 4.6% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,323 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
80	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	Track and Field (Outdoor)	62	87.99	1,110 – 1,310	15323	50011	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 62 8.8% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,323 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
81	University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point	Track and Field (Indoor)	62	90.37	1,040 – 1,240	14347	43371	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point, WI Found in Stevens Point, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point accepts 90% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 62 26.5% Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,371
82	Wesleyan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	62	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 62 Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
83	Beloit College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	61	63.04	1,210 – 1,390	24941	41660	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Beloit College Beloit, WI Beloit College’s campus is located next to the Rock River, just north of the Illinois and Wisconsin border. With an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a six-year graduation rate of 73%, Beloit’s most popular major is Biology/Biological Sciences, General....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 61 5.2% Acceptance Rate 63.0% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $24,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,660
84	Massachusetts Institute of Technology	Rowing	61	4.55	1,520 – 1,590	21519	131633	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge, MA The Massachusetts Institute of Technology, or MIT, offers up to a Doctor's degree. It became a land grant-college in 1863. Top majors include Management Science, Computer Science, and Mechanical Engineering. Alumni have gone on to found well-known companies, such as Intel, Koch Industries, Raytheon, and Hewlett-Packard. Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 61 8.9% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $21,519 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $131,633
85	North Central College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	61	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 61 32.6% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
86	St Olaf College	Track and Field (Indoor)	61	48.32	1,310 – 1,450	27282	48373	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 47 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 61 3.2% Acceptance Rate 48.3% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $27,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
87	State University of New York at Cortland	Track and Field (Indoor)	60	59.79	1,100 – 1,250	18474	46535	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football State University of New York at Cortland Cortland, NY Based in Cortland, State University of New York at Cortland accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 54% of students at State University of New York at Cortland will receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students decide to stay at State University of New York at Cortland after......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 60 1.7% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,535
88	North Central College	Track and Field (Indoor)	59	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 59 15.7% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
89	SUNY Morrisville	Equestrian	59	90.78	880 – 1,070	16855	39759	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football SUNY Morrisville Morrisville, NY Based in Morrisville, SUNY Morrisville’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $2,057 on average. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Sport Equestrian # of Female Athletes 59 15.7% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $16,855 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,759
90	University of Puget Sound	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	59	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 59 25.5% Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
91	University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point	Track and Field (Outdoor)	59	90.37	1,040 – 1,240	14347	43371	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point, WI Found in Stevens Point, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point accepts 90% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 59 18.0% Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,371
92	Illinois College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	58	78.19	910 – 1,200	17255	40110	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Illinois College Jacksonville, IL Founded in 1829, Illinois College is the second oldest college in the state. 100% of enrolled students receive grant aid to help offset the cost of attendance, with each package averaging $30,139....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 58 1.8% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,255 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,110
93	Massachusetts Institute of Technology	Track and Field (Outdoor)	57	4.55	1,520 – 1,590	21519	131633	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge, MA The Massachusetts Institute of Technology, or MIT, offers up to a Doctor's degree. It became a land grant-college in 1863. Top majors include Management Science, Computer Science, and Mechanical Engineering. Alumni have gone on to found well-known companies, such as Intel, Koch Industries, Raytheon, and Hewlett-Packard. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 57 32.6% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $21,519 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $131,633
94	Middlebury College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	57	10.75	1,460 – 1,550	22912	57291	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Middlebury College Middlebury, VT The first operating higher education institution in Vermont was Middlebury College, founded in 1800. It’s also the first in the United States to award a bachelor’s degree to an African American (in 1823). Although it was originally all-male, the school started admitting women in 1883. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 57 Acceptance Rate 10.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,291
95	Middlebury College	Track and Field (Indoor)	56	10.75	1,460 – 1,550	22912	57291	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Middlebury College Middlebury, VT The first operating higher education institution in Vermont was Middlebury College, founded in 1800. It’s also the first in the United States to award a bachelor’s degree to an African American (in 1823). Although it was originally all-male, the school started admitting women in 1883. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 56 1.8% Acceptance Rate 10.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,291
96	Plymouth State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	56	87.54	880 – 1,080	20280	46466	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Plymouth State University Plymouth, NH Found in Plymouth, Plymouth State University accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Plymouth State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Plymouth State University, there is a 68% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 56 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,280 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,466
97	St. John Fisher University	Soccer	56	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#97 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 56 3.7% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
98	Bethel University	Track and Field (Indoor)	55	87.8	1,110 – 1,310	30375	55145	#98 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Bethel University Saint Paul, MN At Bethel University, 27% of accepted students will decide to attend. Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are two popular undergraduate majors. The school has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 85% first year retention rate. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 55 7.8% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $30,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,145
99	Franklin College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	55	69.78	1,060 – 1,240	23843	45635	#99 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 70%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 55 37.5% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
100	St. John Fisher University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	55	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#100 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 55 11.3% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
101	Bethel University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	54	87.8	1,110 – 1,310	30375	55145	#101 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Bethel University Saint Paul, MN At Bethel University, 27% of accepted students will decide to attend. Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are two popular undergraduate majors. The school has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 85% first year retention rate. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 54 1.9% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $30,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,145
102	Amherst College	Track and Field (Indoor)	53	9.01	1,480 – 1,570	17965	62537	#102 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Amherst College Amherst, MA Amherst College is an extremely selective school. A majority of their first-year students come from NY. The third oldest institution of higher education in the state, Amherst was originally a men’s college, becoming coeducational in 1975....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 53 10.4% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,537
103	Hobart William Smith Colleges	Soccer	53	63.99	1,230 – 1,400	33172	62416	#103 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Hobart William Smith Colleges Geneva, NY Located in Geneva, Hobart William Smith Colleges accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Hobart William Smith Colleges, there is a 86% first year retention......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 53 32.5% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,172 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,416
104	SUNY Brockport	Track and Field (Outdoor)	53	70.68	1,110 – 1,280	15343	47164	#104 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football SUNY Brockport Brockport, NY Located in Brockport, SUNY Brockport accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 82% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 53 7.0% Acceptance Rate 70.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,343 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,164
105	Amherst College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	52	9.01	1,480 – 1,570	17965	62537	#105 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Amherst College Amherst, MA Amherst College is an extremely selective school. A majority of their first-year students come from NY. The third oldest institution of higher education in the state, Amherst was originally a men’s college, becoming coeducational in 1975....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 52 18.2% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,537
106	Bridgewater College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	52	91.72	1,020 – 1,360	19660	45620	#106 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Bridgewater College Bridgewater, VA Found in Bridgewater, Bridgewater College’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 100% of students at Bridgewater College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 52 Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $19,660 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,620
107	Eastern University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	52	90.96	1,020 – 1,190	21900	41580	#107 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Eastern University Saint Davids, PA Found in Saint Davids, Eastern University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 83% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 52 Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
108	Massachusetts Institute of Technology	Track and Field (Indoor)	52	4.55	1,520 – 1,590	21519	131633	#108 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge, MA The Massachusetts Institute of Technology, or MIT, offers up to a Doctor's degree. It became a land grant-college in 1863. Top majors include Management Science, Computer Science, and Mechanical Engineering. Alumni have gone on to found well-known companies, such as Intel, Koch Industries, Raytheon, and Hewlett-Packard. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 52 13.0% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $21,519 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $131,633
109	St. John Fisher University	Track and Field (Indoor)	52	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#109 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 52 13.3% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
110	Claremont McKenna College	Track and Field (Indoor)	51	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#110 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football 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 Female Athletes 51 4.1% 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
111	Claremont McKenna College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	51	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#111 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football 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 Female Athletes 51 4.1% 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
112	Ithaca College	Track and Field (Indoor)	51	69.01	1,240 – 1,390	34297	46305	#112 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Ithaca College Ithaca, NY Based in Ithaca, Ithaca College’s acceptance rate is 69%. They request $60 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Ithaca College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 51 7.3% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $34,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,305
113	Ohio Northern University	Track and Field (Indoor)	51	78.87	1,090 – 1,320	26396	62686	#113 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Ohio Northern University Ada, OH Ohio Northern University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 84% first year retention rate. Pharmacy, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other, and Law are among the most common academic programs. ONU’s motto is “Out of diversity strength” in Latin. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 51 8.9% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,686
114	Ohio Northern University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	50	78.87	1,090 – 1,320	26396	62686	#114 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Ohio Northern University Ada, OH Ohio Northern University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 84% first year retention rate. Pharmacy, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other, and Law are among the most common academic programs. ONU’s motto is “Out of diversity strength” in Latin. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 50 2.0% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,686
115	State University of New York at Cortland	Track and Field (Outdoor)	50	59.79	1,100 – 1,250	18474	46535	#115 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football State University of New York at Cortland Cortland, NY Based in Cortland, State University of New York at Cortland accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 54% of students at State University of New York at Cortland will receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students decide to stay at State University of New York at Cortland after......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 50 7.4% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,535
116	Thiel College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	50	71.89	950 – 1,180	22490	40686	#116 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Thiel College Greenville, PA Located in Greenville, Thiel College accepted 72% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Thiel College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 50 8.7% Acceptance Rate 71.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,686
117	University of Minnesota-Morris	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	50	74.93	1,040 – 1,240	9539	43163	#117 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Minnesota-Morris Morris, MN Based in Morris, the University of Minnesota-Morris’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 50 25.4% Acceptance Rate 74.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,539 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
118	Benedictine University	Softball	49	95.23	1,010 – 1,300	24570	50222	#118 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Benedictine University Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, Benedictine University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 49 Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $24,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
119	Gustavus Adolphus College	Swimming	49	61.8	1,210 – 1,400	28805	51546	#119 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Gustavus Adolphus College Saint Peter, MN Psychology, General is the most popular major at Gustavus Adolphus College. A fairly selective school, it received 4,450 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 2,750 of them. The college has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 84% first year retention rate. Sport Swimming # of Female Athletes 49 Acceptance Rate 61.8% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $28,805 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,546
120	North Central College	Wrestling	49	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#120 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes 49 22.5% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
121	Texas Lutheran University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	49	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	23600	48125	#121 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 49 28.9% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
122	Case Western Reserve University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	48	37.78	1,440 – 1,550	41351	75613	#122 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Case Western Reserve University Cleveland, OH Case Western Reserve University is known as the “Yale of the West,” as its campus imitated Yale’s. 86% receive grant aid to help offset the cost, or $38,578 on average. A NCAA Division III with football school, the Spartans often compete in Basketball, Football, and Soccer. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 48 Acceptance Rate 37.8% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $75,613
123	Trinity College	Rowing	48	29.25	1,320 – 1,480	31806	67628	#123 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Trinity College Hartford, CT Trinity College, originally known as Washington College, was founded in 1823, making it the second oldest college in the state. 67% receive institutional grant aid to attend, $50,051 on average. Students are known as Bantams and wear blue and gold. Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 48 26.3% Acceptance Rate 29.3% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $31,806 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,628
124	Trinity University	Track and Field (Indoor)	48	25.92	1,330 – 1,490	32264	55224	#124 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Trinity University San Antonio, TX Trinity University is a private school affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. A whopping 99% of students receive institutional grants to help lower the cost of attendance, averaging $31,314 each. The school has produced entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, actresses, politicians, and more. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 48 33.3% Acceptance Rate 25.9% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $32,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,224
125	Trinity University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	48	25.92	1,330 – 1,490	32264	55224	#125 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Trinity University San Antonio, TX Trinity University is a private school affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. A whopping 99% of students receive institutional grants to help lower the cost of attendance, averaging $31,314 each. The school has produced entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, actresses, politicians, and more. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 48 2.1% Acceptance Rate 25.9% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $32,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,224
126	Tufts University	Rowing	48	11.53	1,470 – 1,560	33333	68337	#126 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Tufts University Medford, MA Opened in 1852 as Tufts College, Tufts University is a small liberal arts school. It became a doctoral/research university in the 1970s. The university offers over 70 undergraduate major programs. International Relations and Affairs, Computer Science, and Dentistry are popular areas of study. Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 48 4.0% Acceptance Rate 11.5% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $33,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,337
127	Washington and Lee University	Track and Field (Indoor)	48	13.97	1,450 – 1,530	24667	76516	#127 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA Originally known as the Augusta Academy and established in 1749, it would later be named after George Washington and Robert E. Lee, the latter of which was the president of the school for five years....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 48 14.3% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $24,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,516
128	Benedictine University	Soccer	47	95.23	1,010 – 1,300	24570	50222	#128 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Benedictine University Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, Benedictine University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 47 11.3% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $24,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
129	North Park University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	47	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#129 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 69% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 47 29.9% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
130	SUNY Brockport	Track and Field (Indoor)	47	70.68	1,110 – 1,280	15343	47164	#130 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football SUNY Brockport Brockport, NY Located in Brockport, SUNY Brockport accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 82% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 47 24.2% Acceptance Rate 70.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,343 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,164
131	Susquehanna University	Track and Field (Indoor)	47	78.71	1,100 – 1,310	27258	51535	#131 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Susquehanna University Selinsgrove, PA Based in Selinsgrove, Susquehanna University accepts 79% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 95% of students attending Susquehanna University currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $42,577 each. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 47 30.6% Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,535
132	Susquehanna University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	47	78.71	1,100 – 1,310	27258	51535	#132 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Susquehanna University Selinsgrove, PA Based in Selinsgrove, Susquehanna University accepts 79% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 95% of students attending Susquehanna University currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $42,577 each. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 47 30.6% Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,535
133	Washington and Lee University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	47	13.97	1,450 – 1,530	24667	76516	#133 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA Originally known as the Augusta Academy and established in 1749, it would later be named after George Washington and Robert E. Lee, the latter of which was the president of the school for five years....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 47 11.9% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $24,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,516
134	Central College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	46	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#134 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 46 14.8% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
135	Ithaca College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	46	69.01	1,240 – 1,390	34297	46305	#135 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Ithaca College Ithaca, NY Based in Ithaca, Ithaca College’s acceptance rate is 69%. They request $60 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Ithaca College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 46 2.2% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $34,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,305
136	Trine University	Soccer	46	84.69	1,110 – 1,310	25580	53010	#136 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Trine University Angola, IN Found in Angola, Trine University’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Trine University, there is a 85% first year retention rate and around 50% of students will earn......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 46 39.4% Acceptance Rate 84.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $25,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,010
137	Utica University	Lacrosse	46	86.79	1,030 – 1,210	22510	57422	#137 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 46 64.3% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
138	California Lutheran University	Soccer	45	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#138 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football 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 Female Athletes 45 12.5% 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
139	Carroll University	Soccer	45	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#139 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 45 6.3% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
140	Kenyon College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	45	31.03	1,380 – 1,490	44470	46627	#140 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Kenyon College Gambier, OH Kenyon College has produced Rhodes Scholars, Truman Scholarship winners, Fulbright recipients, and Marshall Scholarship winners. Famous alumni include Rutherford B. Hayes, Paul Newman, and Bill Watterson. The school is extremely selective and has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 45 15.4% Acceptance Rate 31.0% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,627
141	Worcester Polytechnic Institute	Rowing	45	60.16	1,200 – 1,390	47799	85038	#141 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA Located in Worcester, Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s acceptance rate is 60%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 95% of students attending Worcester Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid. At Worcester Polytechnic Institute, there is a 94%......Read more Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 45 6.3% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $47,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,038
142	Aurora University	Track and Field (Indoor)	44	80.85	920 – 1,170	19220	51237	#142 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Aurora University Aurora, IL During the last admissions cycle, Aurora University received 5,380 applications. 15% of accepted students, or 660, decided to enroll. The school’s motto is “Sapientes abscondunt scientiam,” which is Latin for “Wise persons will carry away knowledge.” It offers up to Doctor's degrees. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 44 10.2% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,237
143	Concordia College at Moorhead	Track and Field (Indoor)	44	63.06	1,090 – 1,320	25488	48225	#143 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Concordia College at Moorhead Moorhead, MN Concordia College at Moorhead has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. It’s home to a robust music program with several choirs, bands, and orchestras. Students are known as the Cobbers and compete in the NCAA Division III with football Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 44 10.0% Acceptance Rate 63.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,225
144	Concordia College at Moorhead	Track and Field (Outdoor)	44	63.06	1,090 – 1,320	25488	48225	#144 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Concordia College at Moorhead Moorhead, MN Concordia College at Moorhead has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. It’s home to a robust music program with several choirs, bands, and orchestras. Students are known as the Cobbers and compete in the NCAA Division III with football Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 44 10.0% Acceptance Rate 63.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,225
145	Adrian College	Other Sports	43	68.43	900 – 1,150	22053	42805	#145 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Adrian College Adrian, MI Located in Adrian, Adrian College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 43 24.6% Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,053 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,805
146	Berry College	Other Sports	43	64	1,120 – 1,320	25383	45014	#146 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Berry College Mount Berry, GA Located in Mount Berry, Berry College accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Berry College, there is a 84% first year retention rate and around 66%......Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 43 22.9% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,014
147	Central College	Track and Field (Indoor)	43	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#147 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 43 18.9% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
148	Loras College	Track and Field (Indoor)	43	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#148 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 32 programs to choose from. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a top choice. The private school also has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate. Founded in 1839, Loras College is the oldest institution of higher learning in the state. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 43 2.3% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
149	Pitzer College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	43	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#149 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football 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 Female Athletes 43 2.4% 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
150	Pomona College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	43	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#150 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football 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 Female Athletes 43 2.4% 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
151	The University of Olivet	Softball	43	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#151 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 57% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 43 19.4% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
152	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	Swimming and Diving (combined)	43	81.22	1,110 – 1,290	13125	49626	#152 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 23% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 43 10.4% Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $13,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
153	Concordia University-Wisconsin	Track and Field (Indoor)	42	78.19	1,110 – 1,310	28060	49761	#153 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Concordia University-Wisconsin Mequon, WI Based in Mequon, Concordia University-Wisconsin accepts 78% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Concordia University-Wisconsin currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students decide to stay at Concordia......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 42 13.5% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,060 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
154	Denison University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	42	16.93	1,320 – 1,450	42177	51352	#154 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Denison University Granville, OH Denison University is extremely selective - about 26% of accepted students enrolling. With an 89% first year retention rate and 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 81% will graduate in six years....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 42 10.5% Acceptance Rate 16.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $42,177 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,352
155	Loras College	Soccer	42	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#155 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 32 programs to choose from. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a top choice. The private school also has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate. Founded in 1839, Loras College is the oldest institution of higher learning in the state. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 42 6.7% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
156	Widener University	Track and Field (Indoor)	42	84.02	1,050 – 1,260	30720	63375	#156 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Widener University Chester, PA Based in Chester, Widener University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Widener University will receive institutional grant aid. At Widener University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 42 27.3% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $30,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,375
157	Widener University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	42	84.02	1,050 – 1,260	30720	63375	#157 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Widener University Chester, PA Based in Chester, Widener University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Widener University will receive institutional grant aid. At Widener University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 42 27.3% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $30,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,375
158	Williams College	Track and Field (Indoor)	42	8.25	1,500 – 1,560	16988	71754	#158 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Williams College Williamstown, MA Although it was originally founded as a men’s college in 1793, Williams College is composed of 48% men and 51% women today. It was created out of the funds of Ephraim Williams, who died in the French and Indian War. The college received 15,000 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 1,270. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 42 12.5% Acceptance Rate 8.3% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $16,988 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,754
159	Williams College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	42	8.25	1,500 – 1,560	16988	71754	#159 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Williams College Williamstown, MA Although it was originally founded as a men’s college in 1793, Williams College is composed of 48% men and 51% women today. It was created out of the funds of Ephraim Williams, who died in the French and Indian War. The college received 15,000 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 1,270. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 42 12.5% Acceptance Rate 8.3% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $16,988 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,754
160	Bethany College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	41	60.49	930 – 1,110	16844	37124	#160 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Bethany College Bethany, WV Located in Bethany, Bethany College accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Bethany College currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $28,014 on average. 63% of students continued studying at Bethany College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 41 8.9% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $16,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
161	Carnegie Mellon University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	41	11.66	1,500 – 1,570	32964	105360	#161 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA Some popular majors at Carnegie Mellon University include Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Computer Science. A merger in 1900 between Carnegie Institute of Technology and the Mellon Institute of Industrial Research created the school we know today....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 41 14.6% Acceptance Rate 11.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $32,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,360
162	Hiram College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	41	92.44	890 – 1,120	21362	40270	#162 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Hiram College Hiram, OH Based in Hiram, Hiram College accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending Hiram College will receive institutional grant aid. At Hiram College, there is a 71% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 41 Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $21,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,270
163	Belhaven University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	40	53.25	980 – 1,150	22145	38987	#163 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Belhaven University Jackson, MS Located in Jackson, Belhaven University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 38% of students at Belhaven University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 40 Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,145 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,987
164	Buena Vista University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	40	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#164 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 40 34.4% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
165	Capital University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	40	70.22	960 – 1,210	22480	45767	#165 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Capital University Columbus, OH Found in Columbus, Capital University accepts 70% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students attending Capital University will receive institutional grant aid. At Capital University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 54% of students will graduate......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 40 7.0% Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,767
166	Centre College	Soccer	40	54.34	1,240 – 1,430	23780	50073	#166 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Centre College Danville, KY Centre College’s motto is “Doctrina Lux Mentis,” or “Learning is the Light of the Mind.” Offering up to Bachelor's degrees, the school has 26 degree programs, with Economics, Other being the most sought after. Centre also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 10 to 1. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 40 25.0% Acceptance Rate 54.3% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $23,780 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,073
167	Chapman University	Track and Field (Indoor)	40	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#167 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football 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 Female Athletes 40 33.3% 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
168	Chapman University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	40	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#168 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football 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 Female Athletes 40 37.9% 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
169	Concordia University-Wisconsin	Track and Field (Outdoor)	40	78.19	1,110 – 1,310	28060	49761	#169 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Concordia University-Wisconsin Mequon, WI Based in Mequon, Concordia University-Wisconsin accepts 78% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Concordia University-Wisconsin currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students decide to stay at Concordia......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 40 2.6% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,060 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
170	Buena Vista University	Other Sports	39	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#170 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 39 14.7% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
171	Colby College	Track and Field (Indoor)	39	7.09	1,460 – 1,540	15163	60052	#171 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Colby College Waterville, ME Colby College is a private liberal arts school and home to the Perkins Arboretum and Bird Sanctuary. It boasts a strong student-to-faculty of 10 to 1, a 93% first year retention rate, and an 81% four-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 39 34.5% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,052
172	Colby College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	39	7.09	1,460 – 1,540	15163	60052	#172 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Colby College Waterville, ME Colby College is a private liberal arts school and home to the Perkins Arboretum and Bird Sanctuary. It boasts a strong student-to-faculty of 10 to 1, a 93% first year retention rate, and an 81% four-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 39 30.0% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,052
173	Hamilton College	Rowing	39	13.62	1,460 – 1,550	26021	60082	#173 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Hamilton College Clinton, NY With nearly 60 areas of study, a majority of Hamilton College students opt to major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. Their motto is in Ancient Greek: Γνῶθι Σεαυτόν, which translates to “Know Thyself.” The school has been coeducational since 1978 after merging with its sister school, Kirkland College. Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 39 Acceptance Rate 13.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $26,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,082
174	Hamilton College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	39	13.62	1,460 – 1,550	26021	60082	#174 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Hamilton College Clinton, NY With nearly 60 areas of study, a majority of Hamilton College students opt to major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. Their motto is in Ancient Greek: Γνῶθι Σεαυτόν, which translates to “Know Thyself.” The school has been coeducational since 1978 after merging with its sister school, Kirkland College. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 39 14.7% Acceptance Rate 13.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $26,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,082
175	King's College	Soccer	39	93.05	1,080 – 1,280	25608	51734	#175 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football King's College Wilkes-Barre, PA King's College, founded in 1946, began as a college for men however today men make up 54% of the student population and 45% of enrolled students are women. Physician Assistant, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Business Administration and Management, and General are popular majors and 59% of students will......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 39 14.7% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,734
176	Massachusetts Institute of Technology	Swimming and Diving (combined)	39	4.55	1,520 – 1,590	21519	131633	#176 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge, MA The Massachusetts Institute of Technology, or MIT, offers up to a Doctor's degree. It became a land grant-college in 1863. Top majors include Management Science, Computer Science, and Mechanical Engineering. Alumni have gone on to found well-known companies, such as Intel, Koch Industries, Raytheon, and Hewlett-Packard. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 39 2.5% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $21,519 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $131,633
177	Ohio Wesleyan University	Soccer	39	55.6	1,190 – 1,380	23826	42495	#177 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Ohio Wesleyan University Delaware, OH Found in Delaware, Ohio Wesleyan University accepted 56% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 100% of students attending Ohio Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 39 14.7% Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $23,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,495
178	Shenandoah University	Soccer	39	76.95	990 – 1,270	26400	48167	#178 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Shenandoah University Winchester, VA Found in Winchester, Shenandoah University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Shenandoah University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Shenandoah University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 39 21.9% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $26,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,167
179	Southern Virginia University	Soccer	39	99.73	970 – 1,220	25440	36988	#179 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Southern Virginia University Buena Vista, VA Located in Buena Vista, Southern Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 100%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Southern Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 82% and around 28% of students will graduate in four......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 39 34.5% Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $25,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,988
180	Westminster College	Track and Field (Indoor)	39	92.56	1,130 – 1,250	21089	43938	#180 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Westminster College New Wilmington, PA 100% of students attending Westminster College receive grant aid, averaging $30,615 each. Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, the school has an 81% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 73% six year graduation rate. 505 athletes, known as the Titans, wear navy blue and white. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 39 21.9% Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,089 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,938
181	Westminster College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	39	92.56	1,130 – 1,250	21089	43938	#181 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Westminster College New Wilmington, PA 100% of students attending Westminster College receive grant aid, averaging $30,615 each. Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, the school has an 81% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 73% six year graduation rate. 505 athletes, known as the Titans, wear navy blue and white. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 39 21.9% Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,089 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,938
182	Averett University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	38	47.8	950 – 1,190	24091	46273	#182 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Averett University Danville, VA Found in Danville, Averett University accepts 48% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 59% and 36% of students will graduate in four years. Registered Nursing/Registered......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 38 72.7% Acceptance Rate 47.8% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,091 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,273
183	Benedictine University	Basketball	38	95.23	1,010 – 1,300	24570	50222	#183 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Benedictine University Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, Benedictine University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 38 Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $24,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
184	Denison University	Lacrosse	38	16.93	1,320 – 1,450	42177	51352	#184 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Denison University Granville, OH Denison University is extremely selective - about 26% of accepted students enrolling. With an 89% first year retention rate and 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 81% will graduate in six years....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 38 8.6% Acceptance Rate 16.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $42,177 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,352
185	Grinnell College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	38	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#185 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Political Science and Government, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 38 Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
186	Grinnell College	Track and Field (Indoor)	38	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#186 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Political Science and Government, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 38 8.6% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
187	Lebanon Valley College	Track and Field (Indoor)	38	83.77	1,140 – 1,310	28640	54021	#187 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Lebanon Valley College Annville, PA 100% of students attending Lebanon Valley College receive institutional grants averaging $32,975, and 83% will stay on after they complete their first year. Many opt to study Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Business Administration and Management, General, and Physical Therapy/Therapist....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 38 26.7% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,021
188	Linfield University	Soccer	38	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#188 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 38 2.7% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
189	Montclair State University	Soccer	38	87.89	910 – 1,210	13880	47944	#189 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Montclair State University Montclair, NJ Found in Montclair, Montclair State University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 51% of students attending Montclair State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 38 22.6% Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,880 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
190	Norwich University	Other Sports	38	73.61	1,060 – 1,310	28196	59743	#190 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Norwich University Northfield, VT Found in Northfield, Norwich University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Norwich University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 38 46.2% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,196 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,743
191	Pacific Lutheran University	Soccer	38	78	1,140 – 1,360	23841	52212	#191 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA Pacific Lutheran University’s motto is “Education for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership, and Care.” Many students study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school opened in 1894, where tuition was $1 per week....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 38 2.7% Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $23,841 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,212
192	Salisbury University	Lacrosse	38	87.47	1,170 – 1,330	17931	51926	#192 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Salisbury University Salisbury, MD Found in Salisbury, Salisbury University accepts 87% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Salisbury University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 38 8.6% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,926
193	Shenandoah University	Lacrosse	38	76.95	990 – 1,270	26400	48167	#193 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Shenandoah University Winchester, VA Found in Winchester, Shenandoah University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Shenandoah University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Shenandoah University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 38 31.0% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $26,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,167
194	Trinity College	Soccer	38	29.25	1,320 – 1,480	31806	67628	#194 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Trinity College Hartford, CT Trinity College, originally known as Washington College, was founded in 1823, making it the second oldest college in the state. 67% receive institutional grant aid to attend, $50,051 on average. Students are known as Bantams and wear blue and gold. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 38 15.2% Acceptance Rate 29.3% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $31,806 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,628
195	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	Swimming and Diving (combined)	38	87.99	1,110 – 1,310	15323	50011	#195 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 38 22.6% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,323 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
196	Wesleyan University	Lacrosse	38	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#196 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 38 2.7% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
197	Westminster College	Soccer	38	92.56	1,130 – 1,250	21089	43938	#197 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Westminster College New Wilmington, PA 100% of students attending Westminster College receive grant aid, averaging $30,615 each. Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, the school has an 81% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 73% six year graduation rate. 505 athletes, known as the Titans, wear navy blue and white. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 38 7.3% Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,089 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,938
198	Anderson University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	37	53.32	940 – 1,170	21914	44396	#198 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 70% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 37 Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
199	Aurora University	Softball	37	80.85	920 – 1,170	19220	51237	#199 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Aurora University Aurora, IL During the last admissions cycle, Aurora University received 5,380 applications. 15% of accepted students, or 660, decided to enroll. The school’s motto is “Sapientes abscondunt scientiam,” which is Latin for “Wise persons will carry away knowledge.” It offers up to Doctor's degrees. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 37 14.0% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,237
200	Bates College	Rowing	37	13.32	1,380 – 1,510	26658	59202	#200 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 91% first year retention rate, 88% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 37 19.6% Acceptance Rate 13.3% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $26,658 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
201	Benedictine University	Volleyball	37	95.23	1,010 – 1,300	24570	50222	#201 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Benedictine University Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, Benedictine University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 37 8.8% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $24,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
202	Case Western Reserve University	Track and Field (Indoor)	37	37.78	1,440 – 1,550	41351	75613	#202 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Case Western Reserve University Cleveland, OH Case Western Reserve University is known as the “Yale of the West,” as its campus imitated Yale’s. 86% receive grant aid to help offset the cost, or $38,578 on average. A NCAA Division III with football school, the Spartans often compete in Basketball, Football, and Soccer. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 37 22.9% Acceptance Rate 37.8% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $75,613
203	Centre College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	37	54.34	1,240 – 1,430	23780	50073	#203 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Centre College Danville, KY Centre College’s motto is “Doctrina Lux Mentis,” or “Learning is the Light of the Mind.” Offering up to Bachelor's degrees, the school has 26 degree programs, with Economics, Other being the most sought after. Centre also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 10 to 1. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 37 23.3% Acceptance Rate 54.3% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $23,780 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,073
204	Chapman University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	37	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#204 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football 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 Female Athletes 37 17.8% 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
205	Hobart William Smith Colleges	Rowing	37	63.99	1,230 – 1,400	33172	62416	#205 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Hobart William Smith Colleges Geneva, NY Located in Geneva, Hobart William Smith Colleges accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Hobart William Smith Colleges, there is a 86% first year retention......Read more Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 37 27.6% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,172 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,416
206	Hope College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	37	79.24	1,130 – 1,370	28643	49727	#206 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Hope College Holland, MI Student athletes at Hope College are known as the Flying Dutchmen and wear orange and blue. Some popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Hope has a cozy 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 81% six year graduation rate. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 37 5.7% Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $28,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,727
207	Pacific University	Volleyball	37	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#207 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 37 5.1% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
208	Pitzer College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	37	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#208 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football 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 Female Athletes 37 15.6% 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
209	Pomona College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	37	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#209 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football 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 Female Athletes 37 15.6% 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
210	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	37	81.75	970 – 1,170	14877	45460	#210 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred, NY Located in Alfred, SUNY College of Technology at Alfred accepts 82% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 91% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Alfred currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At SUNY College of Technology at......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 37 30.2% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,877 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,460
211	The Catholic University of America	Rowing	37	82.78	1,050 – 1,260	35008	63217	#211 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football The Catholic University of America Washington, DC Located in Washington, The Catholic University of America’s acceptance rate is 83%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of students attending The Catholic University of America currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 37 32.1% Acceptance Rate 82.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $35,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,217
212	Tufts University	Lacrosse	37	11.53	1,470 – 1,560	33333	68337	#212 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Tufts University Medford, MA Opened in 1852 as Tufts College, Tufts University is a small liberal arts school. It became a doctoral/research university in the 1970s. The university offers over 70 undergraduate major programs. International Relations and Affairs, Computer Science, and Dentistry are popular areas of study. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 37 15.6% Acceptance Rate 11.5% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $33,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,337
213	University of Dubuque	Track and Field (Indoor)	37	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#213 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 37 17.8% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
214	University of Dubuque	Track and Field (Outdoor)	37	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#214 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 37 14.0% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
215	Utica University	Ice Hockey	37	86.79	1,030 – 1,210	22510	57422	#215 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Ice Hockey # of Female Athletes 37 42.3% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
216	Utica University	Soccer	37	86.79	1,030 – 1,210	22510	57422	#216 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 37 15.6% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
217	Whitworth University	Track and Field (Indoor)	37	86.77	1,100 – 1,330	27491	49510	#217 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Biological and Physical Sciences. 80% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 37 27.6% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
218	Whitworth University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	37	86.77	1,100 – 1,330	27491	49510	#218 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Biological and Physical Sciences. 80% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 37 23.3% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
219	Carthage College	Soccer	36	87.1	1,020 – 1,260	24962	46116	#219 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 36 33.3% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
220	Colby College	Lacrosse	36	7.09	1,460 – 1,540	15163	60052	#220 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Colby College Waterville, ME Colby College is a private liberal arts school and home to the Perkins Arboretum and Bird Sanctuary. It boasts a strong student-to-faculty of 10 to 1, a 93% first year retention rate, and an 81% four-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 36 16.3% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,052
221	Endicott College	Soccer	36	72.29	1,170 – 1,340	39988	57286	#221 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Endicott College Beverly, MA Located in Beverly, Endicott College accepts 72% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 97% of students attending Endicott College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 36 Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $39,988 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,286
222	Gettysburg College	Soccer	36	38.9	1,240 – 1,460	35729	57274	#222 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Gettysburg College Gettysburg, PA Located in Gettysburg, Gettysburg College accepts 39% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending Gettysburg College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 36 12.5% Acceptance Rate 38.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $35,729 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,274
223	Hamilton College	Track and Field (Indoor)	36	13.62	1,460 – 1,550	26021	60082	#223 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Hamilton College Clinton, NY With nearly 60 areas of study, a majority of Hamilton College students opt to major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. Their motto is in Ancient Greek: Γνῶθι Σεαυτόν, which translates to “Know Thyself.” The school has been coeducational since 1978 after merging with its sister school, Kirkland College. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 36 20.0% Acceptance Rate 13.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $26,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,082
224	Hanover College	Soccer	36	83.97	1,090 – 1,290	22929	42876	#224 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 36 9.1% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
225	Hobart William Smith Colleges	Lacrosse	36	63.99	1,230 – 1,400	33172	62416	#225 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Hobart William Smith Colleges Geneva, NY Located in Geneva, Hobart William Smith Colleges accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Hobart William Smith Colleges, there is a 86% first year retention......Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 36 20.0% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,172 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,416
226	Lebanon Valley College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	36	83.77	1,140 – 1,310	28640	54021	#226 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Lebanon Valley College Annville, PA 100% of students attending Lebanon Valley College receive institutional grants averaging $32,975, and 83% will stay on after they complete their first year. Many opt to study Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Business Administration and Management, General, and Physical Therapy/Therapist....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 36 20.0% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,021
227	Loras College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	36	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#227 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 32 programs to choose from. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a top choice. The private school also has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate. Founded in 1839, Loras College is the oldest institution of higher learning in the state. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 36 28.0% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
228	Luther College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	36	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#228 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 36 2.7% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
229	Marietta College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	36	79.29	960 – 1,190	21333	51252	#229 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Marietta College Marietta, OH Found in Marietta, Marietta College accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students at Marietta College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 36 14.3% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,252
230	Middlebury College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	36	10.75	1,460 – 1,550	22912	57291	#230 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Middlebury College Middlebury, VT The first operating higher education institution in Vermont was Middlebury College, founded in 1800. It’s also the first in the United States to award a bachelor’s degree to an African American (in 1823). Although it was originally all-male, the school started admitting women in 1883. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 36 18.2% Acceptance Rate 10.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,291
231	Mount St. Joseph University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	36	59.15	1,010 – 1,260	15887	43595	#231 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 59%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 36 7.7% Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
232	Pacific University	Softball	36	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#232 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 36 20.0% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
233	Pacific University	Track and Field (Indoor)	36	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#233 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 36 7.7% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
234	Pacific University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	36	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#234 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 36 7.7% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
235	Saint Norbert College	Soccer	36	85.74	1,080 – 1,310	27236	49775	#235 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Saint Norbert College De Pere, WI Roman Catholic and Norbertine, St. Norbert College’s motto is “Docere Verbo et Exemplo,” which translates to “To teach by word and example.” It awards 100% of students with institutional grants and has an 83% first year retention rate. 75% graduate in four years, 78% in six. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 36 5.9% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,236 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,775
236	Southwestern University	Soccer	36	43.05	1,160 – 1,320	30687	49249	#236 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Southwestern University Georgetown, TX A small liberal arts school, Southwestern University offers 98% of attending students institutional grants, $30,608 on average. With nearly 40 majors, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science are the most popular options. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 36 10.0% Acceptance Rate 43.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,249
237	The College of New Jersey	Soccer	36	62.35	1,150 – 1,350	22379	62649	#237 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football The College of New Jersey Ewing, NJ The College of New Jersey was founded in 1855 and originally called the New Jersey State Normal School. It received its current name in 1996. The college has a first year retention rate of 91%....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 36 20.0% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $22,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,649
238	University of Redlands	Track and Field (Outdoor)	36	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#238 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football 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 Female Athletes 36 16.1% 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
239	Washington University in St Louis	Swimming and Diving (combined)	36	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#239 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 36 2.9% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
240	Washington and Lee University	Lacrosse	36	13.97	1,450 – 1,530	24667	76516	#240 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA Originally known as the Augusta Academy and established in 1749, it would later be named after George Washington and Robert E. Lee, the latter of which was the president of the school for five years....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 36 20.0% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $24,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,516
241	Wisconsin Lutheran College	Softball	36	78.16	1,130 – 1,340	22809	49095	#241 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Wisconsin Lutheran College Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Lutheran College’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Wisconsin Lutheran College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 36 12.5% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,095
242	Alma College	Softball	35	57	970 – 1,200	24862	45720	#242 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Alma College Alma, MI A fairly selective school, 3,000 applicants received acceptance letters to Alma College during the last admissions cycle. 10% decide to enroll. Classes are smaller, with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 85% of freshman stay at the school after they complete their first year....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 35 Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $24,862 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,720
243	Brevard College	Soccer	35	39.46	890 – 1,240	26938	34401	#243 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Brevard College Brevard, NC Found in Brevard, Brevard College accepts 39% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Brevard College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 35 2.8% Acceptance Rate 39.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,401
244	California Lutheran University	Volleyball	35	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#244 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football 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 Female Athletes 35 29.6% 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
245	Carthage College	Basketball	35	87.1	1,020 – 1,260	24962	46116	#245 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 35 94.4% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
246	Case Western Reserve University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	35	37.78	1,440 – 1,550	41351	75613	#246 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Case Western Reserve University Cleveland, OH Case Western Reserve University is known as the “Yale of the West,” as its campus imitated Yale’s. 86% receive grant aid to help offset the cost, or $38,578 on average. A NCAA Division III with football school, the Spartans often compete in Basketball, Football, and Soccer. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 35 27.1% Acceptance Rate 37.8% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $75,613
247	Claremont McKenna College	Lacrosse	35	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#247 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 35 12.9% 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
248	Claremont McKenna College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	35	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#248 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football 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 Female Athletes 35 12.9% 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
249	Gettysburg College	Lacrosse	35	38.9	1,240 – 1,460	35729	57274	#249 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Gettysburg College Gettysburg, PA Located in Gettysburg, Gettysburg College accepts 39% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending Gettysburg College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 35 5.4% Acceptance Rate 38.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $35,729 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,274
250	Ithaca College	Soccer	35	69.01	1,240 – 1,390	34297	46305	#250 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Ithaca College Ithaca, NY Based in Ithaca, Ithaca College’s acceptance rate is 69%. They request $60 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Ithaca College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 35 2.8% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $34,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,305
251	Manchester University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	35	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#251 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 35 16.7% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
252	Mount St. Joseph University	Soccer	35	59.15	1,010 – 1,260	15887	43595	#252 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 59%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 35 16.7% Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
253	Simpson College	Soccer	35	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#253 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 35 10.3% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
254	University of Mount Union	Soccer	35	80.13	1,170 – 1,310	22835	45919	#254 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Mount Union Alliance, OH 20% of accepted students enroll in the University of Mount Union, a somewhat selective liberal arts school. The 123-acre campus is home to two buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and the Kehres Stadium is the oldest college stadium in the state. The university also has a 162-acre nature center. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 35 2.9% Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,835 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,919
255	Williams College	Rowing	35	8.25	1,500 – 1,560	16988	71754	#255 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Williams College Williamstown, MA Although it was originally founded as a men’s college in 1793, Williams College is composed of 48% men and 51% women today. It was created out of the funds of Ephraim Williams, who died in the French and Indian War. The college received 15,000 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 1,270. Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 35 27.1% Acceptance Rate 8.3% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $16,988 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,754
256	Anderson University	Soccer	34	53.32	940 – 1,170	21914	44396	#256 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 70% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 34 9.7% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
257	Aurora University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	34	80.85	920 – 1,170	19220	51237	#257 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Aurora University Aurora, IL During the last admissions cycle, Aurora University received 5,380 applications. 15% of accepted students, or 660, decided to enroll. The school’s motto is “Sapientes abscondunt scientiam,” which is Latin for “Wise persons will carry away knowledge.” It offers up to Doctor's degrees. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 34 32.0% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,237
258	Belhaven University	Soccer	34	53.25	980 – 1,150	22145	38987	#258 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Belhaven University Jackson, MS Located in Jackson, Belhaven University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 38% of students at Belhaven University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 34 6.3% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,145 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,987
259	Bowdoin College	Other Sports	34	7.13	1,470 – 1,550	23110	61692	#259 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 34 17.2% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $23,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
260	Christopher Newport University	Lacrosse	34	87.96	1,110 – 1,310	22864	51931	#260 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Christopher Newport University Newport News, VA Based in Newport News, Christopher Newport University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 54% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 83% of students decide to stay at Christopher Newport University......Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 34 25.9% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,931
261	Dickinson College	Track and Field (Indoor)	34	42.09	1,340 – 1,460	40242	57110	#261 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 42% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 34 17.1% Acceptance Rate 42.1% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $40,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
262	Dickinson College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	34	42.09	1,340 – 1,460	40242	57110	#262 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 42% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 34 20.9% Acceptance Rate 42.1% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $40,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
263	Endicott College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	34	72.29	1,170 – 1,340	39988	57286	#263 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Endicott College Beverly, MA Located in Beverly, Endicott College accepts 72% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 97% of students attending Endicott College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 34 6.3% Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $39,988 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,286
264	Grinnell College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	34	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#264 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Political Science and Government, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 34 2.9% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
265	Heidelberg University	Soccer	34	85.79	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#265 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Found in Tiffin, Heidelberg University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 34 10.5% Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
266	Heidelberg University	Softball	34	85.79	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#266 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Found in Tiffin, Heidelberg University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 34 6.3% Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
267	Hope College	Soccer	34	79.24	1,130 – 1,370	28643	49727	#267 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Hope College Holland, MI Student athletes at Hope College are known as the Flying Dutchmen and wear orange and blue. Some popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Hope has a cozy 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 81% six year graduation rate. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 34 6.3% Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $28,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,727
268	Ithaca College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	34	69.01	1,240 – 1,390	34297	46305	#268 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Ithaca College Ithaca, NY Based in Ithaca, Ithaca College’s acceptance rate is 69%. They request $60 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Ithaca College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 34 12.8% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $34,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,305
269	Lakeland University	Volleyball	34	91.4	890 – 1,110	22593	49546	#269 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $35 to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 34 5.6% Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
270	Luther College	Soccer	34	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#270 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 34 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
271	Manchester University	Track and Field (Indoor)	34	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#271 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 34 6.3% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
272	Millikin University	Volleyball	34	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#272 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 34 19.0% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
273	Moravian University	Soccer	34	54.17	1,080 – 1,290	30720	53471	#273 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 34 6.3% Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $30,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
274	North Park University	Soccer	34	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#274 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 69% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 34 Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
275	St. John Fisher University	Lacrosse	34	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#275 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 34 25.9% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
276	University of Chicago	Soccer	34	4.48	1,510 – 1,570	27979	80870	#276 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Chicago Chicago, IL The University of Chicago receives 43,600 applications annually and the school is considered extremely selective. It's made up of an undergraduate college and five graduate research divisions. UChicago also has campuses all over the world, from Hong Kong to Paris....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 34 6.3% Acceptance Rate 4.5% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $27,979 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,870
277	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	Cross Country	34	81.22	1,110 – 1,290	13125	49626	#277 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 23% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 34 17.2% Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $13,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
278	Waynesburg University	Soccer	34	91.69	980 – 1,220	22837	48994	#278 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Waynesburg University Waynesburg, PA 100% of Waynesburg University’s students receive grant aid, averaging $18,778 each. Many undergraduates major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. The campus is home to four parks, totalling 15 acres. Statue Park is dedicated to Civil War casualties. Waynesburg is non selective. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 34 25.9% Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $22,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,994
279	Wesleyan University	Rowing	34	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#279 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 34 12.8% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
280	Wilmington College	Softball	34	84.6	930 – 1,140	24915	41889	#280 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Wilmington College Wilmington, OH Located in Wilmington, Wilmington College accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Wilmington College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 34 21.4% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $24,915 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,889
281	Amherst College	Lacrosse	33	9.01	1,480 – 1,570	17965	62537	#281 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Amherst College Amherst, MA Amherst College is an extremely selective school. A majority of their first-year students come from NY. The third oldest institution of higher education in the state, Amherst was originally a men’s college, becoming coeducational in 1975....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 33 6.5% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,537
282	Baldwin Wallace University	Soccer	33	75.7	1,090 – 1,300	28190	44972	#282 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Baldwin Wallace University Berea, OH Baldwin Wallace University is a private liberal arts and sciences university found in 1845. The school boasts a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 83% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 2.9% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,972
283	Carnegie Mellon University	Soccer	33	11.66	1,500 – 1,570	32964	105360	#283 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA Some popular majors at Carnegie Mellon University include Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Computer Science. A merger in 1900 between Carnegie Institute of Technology and the Mellon Institute of Industrial Research created the school we know today....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 Acceptance Rate 11.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $32,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,360
284	Franklin and Marshall College	Lacrosse	33	28.19	1,330 – 1,470	37475	62544	#284 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Franklin and Marshall College accepts 28% of applicants. They request $62 for undergraduate applications and . About 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 33 8.3% Acceptance Rate 28.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $37,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,544
285	Guilford College	Softball	33	83.76	990 – 1,250	22620	40401	#285 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Guilford College Greensboro, NC Located in Greensboro, Guilford College accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Guilford College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 33 22.2% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $22,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,401
286	Hamilton College	Lacrosse	33	13.62	1,460 – 1,550	26021	60082	#286 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Hamilton College Clinton, NY With nearly 60 areas of study, a majority of Hamilton College students opt to major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. Their motto is in Ancient Greek: Γνῶθι Σεαυτόν, which translates to “Know Thyself.” The school has been coeducational since 1978 after merging with its sister school, Kirkland College. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 33 6.5% Acceptance Rate 13.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $26,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,082
287	Hamline University	Soccer	33	89.83	1,060 – 1,320	22759	47139	#287 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Hamline University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, Hamline University accepts 90% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hamline University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 22.2% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,759 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,139
288	Ithaca College	Rowing	33	69.01	1,240 – 1,390	34297	46305	#288 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Ithaca College Ithaca, NY Based in Ithaca, Ithaca College’s acceptance rate is 69%. They request $60 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Ithaca College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 33 15.4% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $34,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,305
289	Macalester College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	33	28.52	1,350 – 1,500	38571	46244	#289 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Macalester College Saint Paul, MN Macalester College is a private liberal arts college that sits near the Mississippi River in the heart of the Twin Cities. Students can earn up to a bachelor’s degree and a commonly selected major is Research and Experimental Psychology, Other....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 33 3.1% Acceptance Rate 28.5% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $38,571 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,244
290	Massachusetts Institute of Technology	Soccer	33	4.55	1,520 – 1,590	21519	131633	#290 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge, MA The Massachusetts Institute of Technology, or MIT, offers up to a Doctor's degree. It became a land grant-college in 1863. Top majors include Management Science, Computer Science, and Mechanical Engineering. Alumni have gone on to found well-known companies, such as Intel, Koch Industries, Raytheon, and Hewlett-Packard. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 3.1% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $21,519 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $131,633
291	Middlebury College	Lacrosse	33	10.75	1,460 – 1,550	22912	57291	#291 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Middlebury College Middlebury, VT The first operating higher education institution in Vermont was Middlebury College, founded in 1800. It’s also the first in the United States to award a bachelor’s degree to an African American (in 1823). Although it was originally all-male, the school started admitting women in 1883. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 33 5.7% Acceptance Rate 10.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,291
292	Muskingum University	Track and Field (Indoor)	33	81.84	930 – 1,110	20269	40536	#292 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Muskingum University New Concord, OH Found in New Concord, Muskingum University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students at Muskingum University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 33 13.2% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $20,269 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,536
293	Muskingum University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	33	81.84	930 – 1,110	20269	40536	#293 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Muskingum University New Concord, OH Found in New Concord, Muskingum University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students at Muskingum University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 33 13.2% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $20,269 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,536
294	North Central College	Soccer	33	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#294 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 6.5% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
295	Otterbein University	Soccer	33	84.52	990 – 1,240	22242	44539	#295 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Otterbein University Westerville, OH Otterbein University is a private institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. It was founded by the Church of United Brethren in Christ in 1947, but today it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 8.3% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,539
296	Randolph-Macon College	Soccer	33	86.61	990 – 1,230	29058	48067	#296 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Randolph-Macon College Ashland, VA Randolph-Macon College was founded in 1830, making it the oldest Methodist-run college in continuous operation in the United States. Although the school offers up to Master's degrees, most students are undergraduates. Many opt to major in Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 8.3% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,067
297	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Soccer	33	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#297 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 5.7% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
298	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Track and Field (Indoor)	33	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#298 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 33 26.7% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
299	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Track and Field (Outdoor)	33	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#299 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 33 31.3% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
300	Southwestern University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	33	43.05	1,160 – 1,320	30687	49249	#300 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Southwestern University Georgetown, TX A small liberal arts school, Southwestern University offers 98% of attending students institutional grants, $30,608 on average. With nearly 40 majors, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science are the most popular options. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 33 13.8% Acceptance Rate 43.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,249
301	St Lawrence University	Track and Field (Indoor)	33	54.34	1,290 – 1,430	36175	55037	#301 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football St Lawrence University Canton, NY Found in Canton, St Lawrence University accepts 54% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 33 5.7% Acceptance Rate 54.3% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,037
302	St Olaf College	Cross Country	33	48.32	1,310 – 1,450	27282	48373	#302 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 47 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 33 13.2% Acceptance Rate 48.3% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $27,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
303	Susquehanna University	Field Hockey	33	78.71	1,100 – 1,310	27258	51535	#303 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Susquehanna University Selinsgrove, PA Based in Selinsgrove, Susquehanna University accepts 79% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 95% of students attending Susquehanna University currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $42,577 each. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 33 32.0% Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,535
304	Susquehanna University	Soccer	33	78.71	1,100 – 1,310	27258	51535	#304 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Susquehanna University Selinsgrove, PA Based in Selinsgrove, Susquehanna University accepts 79% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 95% of students attending Susquehanna University currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $42,577 each. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,535
305	The Catholic University of America	Soccer	33	82.78	1,050 – 1,260	35008	63217	#305 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football The Catholic University of America Washington, DC Located in Washington, The Catholic University of America’s acceptance rate is 83%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of students attending The Catholic University of America currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 2.9% Acceptance Rate 82.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $35,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,217
306	The University of the South	Track and Field (Outdoor)	33	56.9	1,230 – 1,400	33616	53456	#306 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football The University of the South Sewanee, TN The University of the South, or Sewanee, sits on 13,000 acres. The grounds are often called “The Domain” or “The Mountain,” and have several Gothic-styled buildings. The university’s magazine, “Sewanee Review,” has been running since 1892, making it the oldest continuous literary magazine in the country. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 33 135.7% Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,616 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,456
307	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	Soccer	33	87.99	1,110 – 1,310	15323	50011	#307 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 17.9% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,323 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
308	Washington & Jefferson College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	33	80.64	1,040 – 1,280	26051	52082	#308 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Washington & Jefferson College Washington, PA Washington & Jefferson College came about in 1865 when Washington College and Jefferson College, both founded in the early 1800s, merged. The 60-acre campus is home to McMillan Hall, which was built in 1793, and the school was featured in the Netflix show, “Mindhunter.” 76% of students graduate within six years. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 33 36.5% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,082
309	Washington University in St Louis	Soccer	33	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#309 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 17.9% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
310	Washington and Lee University	Swimming	33	13.97	1,450 – 1,530	24667	76516	#310 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA Originally known as the Augusta Academy and established in 1749, it would later be named after George Washington and Robert E. Lee, the latter of which was the president of the school for five years....Read more Sport Swimming # of Female Athletes 33 5.7% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $24,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,516
311	Austin College	Soccer	32	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	24777	45242	#311 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 60.0% Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
312	Bates College	Lacrosse	32	13.32	1,380 – 1,510	26658	59202	#312 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 91% first year retention rate, 88% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 32 Acceptance Rate 13.3% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $26,658 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
313	Case Western Reserve University	Soccer	32	37.78	1,440 – 1,550	41351	75613	#313 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Case Western Reserve University Cleveland, OH Case Western Reserve University is known as the “Yale of the West,” as its campus imitated Yale’s. 86% receive grant aid to help offset the cost, or $38,578 on average. A NCAA Division III with football school, the Spartans often compete in Basketball, Football, and Soccer. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 8.6% Acceptance Rate 37.8% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $75,613
314	Chapman University	Soccer	32	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#314 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football 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 Female 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
315	Colby College	Soccer	32	7.09	1,460 – 1,540	15163	60052	#315 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Colby College Waterville, ME Colby College is a private liberal arts school and home to the Perkins Arboretum and Bird Sanctuary. It boasts a strong student-to-faculty of 10 to 1, a 93% first year retention rate, and an 81% four-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 5.9% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,052
316	DePauw University	Soccer	32	57.19	1,150 – 1,380	30507	58476	#316 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football DePauw University Greencastle, IN DePauw University was founded in 1837 as Indiana Asbury University. Its motto is “Decus lumenque reipublicae collegium,” which is Latin for “The college is the splendor and light of the common good.” Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, and Computer Science are commonly chosen majors. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 10.3% Acceptance Rate 57.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $30,507 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,476
317	Dickinson College	Soccer	32	42.09	1,340 – 1,460	40242	57110	#317 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 42% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 6.7% Acceptance Rate 42.1% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $40,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
318	Howard Payne University	Soccer	32	67.69	920 – 1,140	25768	38212	#318 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $25,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
319	John Carroll University	Soccer	32	80.9	1,200 – 1,390	30790	53187	#319 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football John Carroll University University Heights, OH John Carroll University was founded in 1886 as the St. Ignatius College. It changed its name to its current moniker in 1923 and became coeducational in 1968. Many of the buildings on the 65-acre campus are of Collegiate Gothic architecture. JCU has a first year retention rate of 83%. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $30,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,187
320	Lycoming College	Soccer	32	74.07	1,080 – 1,300	20733	43713	#320 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $40,733 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 76% first year retention rate, and 54% 4-year graduation rate. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 10.3% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
321	Methodist University	Soccer	32	75.2	1,130 – 1,220	25786	40540	#321 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Methodist University Fayetteville, NC Located in Fayetteville, Methodist University accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 65% of students decide to stay at......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 10.3% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $25,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,540
322	Middlebury College	Soccer	32	10.75	1,460 – 1,550	22912	57291	#322 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Middlebury College Middlebury, VT The first operating higher education institution in Vermont was Middlebury College, founded in 1800. It’s also the first in the United States to award a bachelor’s degree to an African American (in 1823). Although it was originally all-male, the school started admitting women in 1883. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 5.9% Acceptance Rate 10.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,291
323	Muhlenberg College	Lacrosse	32	64.01	1,250 – 1,400	31814	53265	#323 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Muhlenberg College Allentown, PA In addition to an 82-acre campus, Muhlenberg College also maintains nearby 60-acre Graver Arboretum and 40-acre Raker Wildlife Preserve. Most of their programs focus on liberal arts and pre-professional education – English Language and Literature, General is a popular area of study....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 32 10.3% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $31,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,265
324	Pacific University	Soccer	32	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#324 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 33.3% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
325	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Soccer	32	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#325 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 23.1% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
326	Simpson College	Wrestling	32	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#326 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes 32 220.0% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
327	State University of New York at Cortland	Soccer	32	59.79	1,100 – 1,250	18474	46535	#327 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football State University of New York at Cortland Cortland, NY Based in Cortland, State University of New York at Cortland accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 54% of students at State University of New York at Cortland will receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students decide to stay at State University of New York at Cortland after......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 3.0% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,535
328	Texas Lutheran University	Softball	32	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	23600	48125	#328 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 32 68.4% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
329	The College of Wooster	Swimming and Diving (combined)	32	59.53	1,250 – 1,460	29529	43895	#329 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football The College of Wooster Wooster, OH Located in Wooster, The College of Wooster accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending The College of Wooster currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 32 28.0% Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $29,529 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,895
330	Trine University	Volleyball	32	84.69	1,110 – 1,310	25580	53010	#330 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Trine University Angola, IN Found in Angola, Trine University’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Trine University, there is a 85% first year retention rate and around 50% of students will earn......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 32 14.3% Acceptance Rate 84.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $25,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,010
331	University of Dubuque	Volleyball	32	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#331 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 32 13.5% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
332	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	Basketball	32	95.76	990 – 1,180	29904	48368	#332 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 32 Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
333	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	Soccer	32	95.76	990 – 1,180	29904	48368	#333 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 11.1% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
334	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	Other Sports	32	95.76	990 – 1,180	29904	48368	#334 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 32 Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
335	University of Mount Union	Softball	32	80.13	1,170 – 1,310	22835	45919	#335 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Mount Union Alliance, OH 20% of accepted students enroll in the University of Mount Union, a somewhat selective liberal arts school. The 123-acre campus is home to two buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and the Kehres Stadium is the oldest college stadium in the state. The university also has a 162-acre nature center. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 32 11.1% Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,835 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,919
336	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	Softball	32	87.26	1,080 – 1,280	15966	54825	#336 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Located in Platteville, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 32 33.3% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,966 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
337	University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point	Swimming and Diving (combined)	32	90.37	1,040 – 1,240	14347	43371	#337 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point, WI Found in Stevens Point, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point accepts 90% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 32 11.1% Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,371
338	Ursinus College	Lacrosse	32	91.77	1,220 – 1,390	31625	54542	#338 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Ursinus College Collegeville, PA 100% of students at Ursinus College receive grant aid, around $43,758 per student. The school sits on a 170-acre campus and has several programs that promote STEM, including the Supporting Inclusive Excellence Program and Science in Motion....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 32 33.3% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $31,625 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,542
339	Wesleyan University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	32	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#339 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 32 5.9% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
340	Westminster College	Softball	32	92.56	1,130 – 1,250	21089	43938	#340 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Westminster College New Wilmington, PA 100% of students attending Westminster College receive grant aid, averaging $30,615 each. Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, the school has an 81% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 73% six year graduation rate. 505 athletes, known as the Titans, wear navy blue and white. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 32 18.5% Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,089 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,938
341	Augustana College	Soccer	31	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#341 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 10.7% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
342	Augustana College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	31	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#342 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 31 Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
343	Augustana College	Volleyball	31	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#343 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 31 8.8% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
344	Aurora University	Basketball	31	80.85	920 – 1,170	19220	51237	#344 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Aurora University Aurora, IL During the last admissions cycle, Aurora University received 5,380 applications. 15% of accepted students, or 660, decided to enroll. The school’s motto is “Sapientes abscondunt scientiam,” which is Latin for “Wise persons will carry away knowledge.” It offers up to Doctor's degrees. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 31 24.0% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,237
345	Bates College	Soccer	31	13.32	1,380 – 1,510	26658	59202	#345 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 91% first year retention rate, 88% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 3.3% Acceptance Rate 13.3% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $26,658 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
346	Bowdoin College	Lacrosse	31	7.13	1,470 – 1,550	23110	61692	#346 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 31 Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $23,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
347	California Lutheran University	Softball	31	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#347 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 31 40.9% 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
348	Dickinson College	Lacrosse	31	42.09	1,340 – 1,460	40242	57110	#348 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 42% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 31 10.7% Acceptance Rate 42.1% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $40,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
349	East Texas Baptist University	Basketball	31	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#349 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 31 3.1% Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
350	East Texas Baptist University	Soccer	31	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#350 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 6.1% Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
351	Endicott College	Lacrosse	31	72.29	1,170 – 1,340	39988	57286	#351 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Endicott College Beverly, MA Located in Beverly, Endicott College accepts 72% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 97% of students attending Endicott College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 31 8.8% Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $39,988 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,286
352	Franklin and Marshall College	Field Hockey	31	28.19	1,330 – 1,470	37475	62544	#352 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Franklin and Marshall College accepts 28% of applicants. They request $62 for undergraduate applications and . About 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 31 6.9% Acceptance Rate 28.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $37,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,544
353	Illinois College	Softball	31	78.19	910 – 1,200	17255	40110	#353 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Illinois College Jacksonville, IL Founded in 1829, Illinois College is the second oldest college in the state. 100% of enrolled students receive grant aid to help offset the cost of attendance, with each package averaging $30,139....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 31 10.7% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,255 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,110
354	John Carroll University	Lacrosse	31	80.9	1,200 – 1,390	30790	53187	#354 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football John Carroll University University Heights, OH John Carroll University was founded in 1886 as the St. Ignatius College. It changed its name to its current moniker in 1923 and became coeducational in 1968. Many of the buildings on the 65-acre campus are of Collegiate Gothic architecture. JCU has a first year retention rate of 83%. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 31 14.8% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $30,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,187
355	Kenyon College	Soccer	31	31.03	1,380 – 1,490	44470	46627	#355 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Kenyon College Gambier, OH Kenyon College has produced Rhodes Scholars, Truman Scholarship winners, Fulbright recipients, and Marshall Scholarship winners. Famous alumni include Rutherford B. Hayes, Paul Newman, and Bill Watterson. The school is extremely selective and has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 6.1% Acceptance Rate 31.0% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,627
356	Lakeland University	Softball	31	91.4	890 – 1,110	22593	49546	#356 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $35 to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 31 24.0% Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
357	Lewis & Clark College	Rowing	31	78.49	1,210 – 1,390	38247	43608	#357 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 31 6.1% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
358	McDaniel College	Lacrosse	31	77.93	1,060 – 1,250	23088	47879	#358 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football McDaniel College Westminster, MD McDaniel College, originally founded in 1867 as Western Maryland College, is a private liberal arts school. 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $39,979 on average. With a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 56 will graduate in 4 years....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 31 3.3% Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,879
359	McMurry University	Soccer	31	57.04	960 – 1,170	20817	38647	#359 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
360	Monmouth College	Track and Field (Indoor)	31	86.6	1,020 – 1,240	19088	43158	#360 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Monmouth College Monmouth, IL Found in Monmouth, Monmouth College accepts 87% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 50% of students will graduate within four years. Business......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 31 19.2% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,158
361	North Park University	Volleyball	31	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#361 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 69% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 31 3.3% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
362	Pitzer College	Lacrosse	31	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#362 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 31 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
363	Pomona College	Lacrosse	31	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#363 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football 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 Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 31 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
364	Randolph-Macon College	Lacrosse	31	86.61	990 – 1,230	29058	48067	#364 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Randolph-Macon College Ashland, VA Randolph-Macon College was founded in 1830, making it the oldest Methodist-run college in continuous operation in the United States. Although the school offers up to Master's degrees, most students are undergraduates. Many opt to major in Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 31 14.8% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,067
365	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Ice Hockey	31	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#365 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Ice Hockey # of Female Athletes 31 6.9% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
366	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Swimming and Diving (combined)	31	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#366 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 31 24.0% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
367	SUNY Brockport	Soccer	31	70.68	1,110 – 1,280	15343	47164	#367 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football SUNY Brockport Brockport, NY Located in Brockport, SUNY Brockport accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 82% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 29.2% Acceptance Rate 70.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,343 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,164
368	SUNY Buffalo State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	31	74.4	990 – 1,250	13735	40877	#368 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football SUNY Buffalo State University Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, SUNY Buffalo State University’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 31 47.6% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,877
369	St Lawrence University	Soccer	31	54.34	1,290 – 1,430	36175	55037	#369 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football St Lawrence University Canton, NY Found in Canton, St Lawrence University accepts 54% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 10.7% Acceptance Rate 54.3% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,037
370	St Lawrence University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	31	54.34	1,290 – 1,430	36175	55037	#370 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football St Lawrence University Canton, NY Found in Canton, St Lawrence University accepts 54% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 31 8.8% Acceptance Rate 54.3% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,037
371	St Olaf College	Soccer	31	48.32	1,310 – 1,450	27282	48373	#371 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 47 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 6.1% Acceptance Rate 48.3% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $27,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
372	State University of New York at Cortland	Lacrosse	31	59.79	1,100 – 1,250	18474	46535	#372 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football State University of New York at Cortland Cortland, NY Based in Cortland, State University of New York at Cortland accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 54% of students at State University of New York at Cortland will receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students decide to stay at State University of New York at Cortland after......Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 31 10.7% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,535
373	Stevenson University	Soccer	31	78.91	1,010 – 1,190	28201	54574	#373 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Stevenson University Owings Mills, MD Based in Owings Mills, Stevenson University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Stevenson University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 79% of......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 13.9% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $28,201 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,574
374	The Catholic University of America	Swimming and Diving (combined)	31	82.78	1,050 – 1,260	35008	63217	#374 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football The Catholic University of America Washington, DC Located in Washington, The Catholic University of America’s acceptance rate is 83%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of students attending The Catholic University of America currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 31 3.3% Acceptance Rate 82.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $35,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,217
375	The College of New Jersey	Field Hockey	31	62.35	1,150 – 1,350	22379	62649	#375 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football The College of New Jersey Ewing, NJ The College of New Jersey was founded in 1855 and originally called the New Jersey State Normal School. It received its current name in 1996. The college has a first year retention rate of 91%....Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 31 24.0% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $22,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,649
376	The College of Wooster	Soccer	31	59.53	1,250 – 1,460	29529	43895	#376 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football The College of Wooster Wooster, OH Located in Wooster, The College of Wooster accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending The College of Wooster currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 3.3% Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $29,529 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,895
377	The University of the South	Lacrosse	31	56.9	1,230 – 1,400	33616	53456	#377 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football The University of the South Sewanee, TN The University of the South, or Sewanee, sits on 13,000 acres. The grounds are often called “The Domain” or “The Mountain,” and have several Gothic-styled buildings. The university’s magazine, “Sewanee Review,” has been running since 1892, making it the oldest continuous literary magazine in the country. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 31 14.8% Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,616 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,456
378	University of Chicago	Swimming and Diving (combined)	31	4.48	1,510 – 1,570	27979	80870	#378 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Chicago Chicago, IL The University of Chicago receives 43,600 applications annually and the school is considered extremely selective. It's made up of an undergraduate college and five graduate research divisions. UChicago also has campuses all over the world, from Hong Kong to Paris....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 31 3.1% Acceptance Rate 4.5% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $27,979 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,870
379	University of New England	Other Sports	31	91.63	1,050 – 1,240	38675	48957	#379 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of New England Biddeford, ME Founded in 1939 as College Séraphique, The University of New England underwent several name changes before receiving its current moniker in 1996. The school has two campuses, one in Maine and one in Tangier, Morocco. UNE is also the largest private university in the state and the five schools offer 57 majors and programs. Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 31 Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $38,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,957
380	University of Rochester	Rowing	31	40.08	1,420 – 1,530	40900	68333	#380 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Rochester Rochester, NY The University of Rochester was founded in 1850 and is tucked in the bends of the Genesee River. Alumni and faculty have won Nobel Prizes, Grammy Awards, Pulitzer Prizes, and more. The school has an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 90% first year retention rate, and 86% six year graduation rate. Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 31 41.5% Acceptance Rate 40.1% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $40,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,333
381	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	Soccer	31	83.77	930 – 1,240	12942	50140	#381 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 72% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
382	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	Soccer	31	87.26	1,080 – 1,280	15966	54825	#382 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Located in Platteville, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 10.7% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,966 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
383	University of Wisconsin-River Falls	Soccer	31	77.82	1,010 – 1,210	15242	46524	#383 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-River Falls River Falls, WI University of Wisconsin, River Falls, opened as the River Falls State Normal School in 1874. In 1971, it joined the state university system. The oldest building on campus, South Hall, dates back to 1898 and is named on the National Register of Historic Places. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 19.2% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,524
384	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	Cross Country	31	93.68	970 – 1,180	13670	47909	#384 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI The University of Wisconsin, Whitewater offers 85 programs and majors, but many choose to study Business/Commerce, General. During the last admission cycle, the school received 9,320 applications and accepted 8,700. 110 acres of the 400 acre-campus makes up the Nature Preserve with woodlands, prairie, and wetlands. Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 31 14.8% Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,670 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,909
385	Wartburg College	Softball	31	99.41	1,010 – 1,280	23321	48795	#385 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 31 29.2% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
386	Western New England University	Soccer	31	83.48	1,090 – 1,310	31548	51771	#386 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Western New England University Springfield, MA Based in Springfield, Western New England University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Western New England University will receive institutional grant aid. They receive $25,209 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 3.1% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $31,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,771
387	Williams College	Lacrosse	31	8.25	1,500 – 1,560	16988	71754	#387 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Williams College Williamstown, MA Although it was originally founded as a men’s college in 1793, Williams College is composed of 48% men and 51% women today. It was created out of the funds of Ephraim Williams, who died in the French and Indian War. The college received 15,000 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 1,270. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 31 8.8% Acceptance Rate 8.3% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $16,988 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,754
388	Williams College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	31	8.25	1,500 – 1,560	16988	71754	#388 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Williams College Williamstown, MA Although it was originally founded as a men’s college in 1793, Williams College is composed of 48% men and 51% women today. It was created out of the funds of Ephraim Williams, who died in the French and Indian War. The college received 15,000 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 1,270. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 31 10.7% Acceptance Rate 8.3% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $16,988 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,754
389	Wilmington College	Soccer	31	84.6	930 – 1,140	24915	41889	#389 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Wilmington College Wilmington, OH Located in Wilmington, Wilmington College accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Wilmington College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $24,915 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,889
390	Christopher Newport University	Soccer	30	87.96	1,110 – 1,310	22864	51931	#390 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Christopher Newport University Newport News, VA Based in Newport News, Christopher Newport University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 54% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 83% of students decide to stay at Christopher Newport University......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 6.3% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,931
391	Concordia University-Chicago	Soccer	30	92.79	1,000 – 1,200	17767	44405	#391 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Concordia University-Chicago River Forest, IL Found in River Forest, Concordia University-Chicago accepts 93% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Concordia University-Chicago currently receive grant aid from the school. At Concordia University-Chicago, there is a 61% first year retention rate and a 36% four......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 15.4% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,405
392	Curry College	Ice Hockey	30	92.05	1,020 – 1,240	30367	46746	#392 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Curry College Milton, MA Located in Milton, Curry College accepts 92% of applicants and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Ice Hockey # of Female Athletes 30 11.1% Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $30,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,746
393	East Texas Baptist University	Softball	30	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#393 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 30 7.1% Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
394	Eastern University	Soccer	30	90.96	1,020 – 1,190	21900	41580	#394 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Eastern University Saint Davids, PA Found in Saint Davids, Eastern University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 83% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
395	Elmhurst University	Basketball	30	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#395 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 30 30.4% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
396	Hamilton College	Ice Hockey	30	13.62	1,460 – 1,550	26021	60082	#396 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Hamilton College Clinton, NY With nearly 60 areas of study, a majority of Hamilton College students opt to major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. Their motto is in Ancient Greek: Γνῶθι Σεαυτόν, which translates to “Know Thyself.” The school has been coeducational since 1978 after merging with its sister school, Kirkland College. Sport Ice Hockey # of Female Athletes 30 9.1% Acceptance Rate 13.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $26,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,082
397	Huntingdon College	Basketball	30	67.93	1,010 – 1,200	22642	42147	#397 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Huntingdon College Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Huntingdon College accepts 68% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Huntingdon College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 30 50.0% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,642 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,147
398	Kean University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	30	75.9	900 – 1,170	11593	46603	#398 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Kean University Union, NJ Located in Union, Kean University accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 75% of students attending Kean University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 30 Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $11,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,603
399	Lebanon Valley College	Ice Hockey	30	83.77	1,140 – 1,310	28640	54021	#399 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Lebanon Valley College Annville, PA 100% of students attending Lebanon Valley College receive institutional grants averaging $32,975, and 83% will stay on after they complete their first year. Many opt to study Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Business Administration and Management, General, and Physical Therapy/Therapist....Read more Sport Ice Hockey # of Female Athletes 30 20.0% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,021
400	Lewis & Clark College	Soccer	30	78.49	1,210 – 1,390	38247	43608	#400 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 14.3% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
401	Methodist University	Softball	30	75.2	1,130 – 1,220	25786	40540	#401 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Methodist University Fayetteville, NC Located in Fayetteville, Methodist University accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 65% of students decide to stay at......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 30 21.1% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $25,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,540
402	Moravian University	Softball	30	54.17	1,080 – 1,290	30720	53471	#402 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 30 30.4% Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $30,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
403	Muhlenberg College	Soccer	30	64.01	1,250 – 1,400	31814	53265	#403 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Muhlenberg College Allentown, PA In addition to an 82-acre campus, Muhlenberg College also maintains nearby 60-acre Graver Arboretum and 40-acre Raker Wildlife Preserve. Most of their programs focus on liberal arts and pre-professional education – English Language and Literature, General is a popular area of study....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 3.2% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $31,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,265
404	North Central College	Volleyball	30	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#404 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 30 25.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
405	Pacific Lutheran University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	30	78	1,140 – 1,360	23841	52212	#405 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA Pacific Lutheran University’s motto is “Education for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership, and Care.” Many students study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school opened in 1894, where tuition was $1 per week....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 30 57.9% Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $23,841 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,212
406	Rhodes College	Soccer	30	50.35	1,320 – 1,460	30590	48898	#406 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Rhodes College Memphis, TN Getting its start in the mid-1830’s with the Montgomery Academy, Rhodes College is primarily composed of undergraduates. “Truth, Loyalty, Service” is the motto of Rhodes. Red and black are the colors for the Lynx sports teams, who compete in events such as Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 14.3% Acceptance Rate 50.4% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $30,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,898
407	Rowan University	Soccer	30	78.3	1,110 – 1,320	22237	50705	#407 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 78% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 77% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 46% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,237 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
408	Salve Regina University	Soccer	30	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#408 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 11.1% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
409	Springfield College	Soccer	30	71.89	1,080 – 1,330	29198	43692	#409 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Springfield College Springfield, MA Gym teacher James Naismith invented Basketball at Springfield College in 1891, when it was the International Young Men's Christian Association Training School. Students are known as the Pride and wearing maroon and white, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 9.1% Acceptance Rate 71.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $29,198 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,692
410	The Catholic University of America	Field Hockey	30	82.78	1,050 – 1,260	35008	63217	#410 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football The Catholic University of America Washington, DC Located in Washington, The Catholic University of America’s acceptance rate is 83%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of students attending The Catholic University of America currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 30 7.1% Acceptance Rate 82.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $35,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,217
411	Tufts University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	30	11.53	1,470 – 1,560	33333	68337	#411 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Tufts University Medford, MA Opened in 1852 as Tufts College, Tufts University is a small liberal arts school. It became a doctoral/research university in the 1970s. The university offers over 70 undergraduate major programs. International Relations and Affairs, Computer Science, and Dentistry are popular areas of study. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 30 26.8% Acceptance Rate 11.5% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $33,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,337
412	Union College	Soccer	30	43.92	1,320 – 1,480	42884	63219	#412 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 90%, and 80% will graduate within four years. 85% graduate in six. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 7.1% Acceptance Rate 43.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
413	University of Dubuque	Soccer	30	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#413 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 3.4% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
414	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	Softball	30	95.76	990 – 1,180	29904	48368	#414 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 30 18.9% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
415	University of New England	Soccer	30	91.63	1,050 – 1,240	38675	48957	#415 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of New England Biddeford, ME Founded in 1939 as College Séraphique, The University of New England underwent several name changes before receiving its current moniker in 1996. The school has two campuses, one in Maine and one in Tangier, Morocco. UNE is also the largest private university in the state and the five schools offer 57 majors and programs. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $38,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,957
416	University of Rochester	Lacrosse	30	40.08	1,420 – 1,530	40900	68333	#416 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Rochester Rochester, NY The University of Rochester was founded in 1850 and is tucked in the bends of the Genesee River. Alumni and faculty have won Nobel Prizes, Grammy Awards, Pulitzer Prizes, and more. The school has an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 90% first year retention rate, and 86% six year graduation rate. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 30 3.4% Acceptance Rate 40.1% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $40,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,333
417	University of Rochester	Soccer	30	40.08	1,420 – 1,530	40900	68333	#417 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Rochester Rochester, NY The University of Rochester was founded in 1850 and is tucked in the bends of the Genesee River. Alumni and faculty have won Nobel Prizes, Grammy Awards, Pulitzer Prizes, and more. The school has an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 90% first year retention rate, and 86% six year graduation rate. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 15.4% Acceptance Rate 40.1% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $40,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,333
418	University of Rochester	Swimming and Diving (combined)	30	40.08	1,420 – 1,530	40900	68333	#418 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Rochester Rochester, NY The University of Rochester was founded in 1850 and is tucked in the bends of the Genesee River. Alumni and faculty have won Nobel Prizes, Grammy Awards, Pulitzer Prizes, and more. The school has an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 90% first year retention rate, and 86% six year graduation rate. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 30 30.4% Acceptance Rate 40.1% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $40,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,333
419	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	Softball	30	87.99	1,110 – 1,310	15323	50011	#419 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 30 57.9% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,323 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
420	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	Cross Country	30	87.99	1,110 – 1,310	15323	50011	#420 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 30 Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,323 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
421	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	Soccer	30	81.22	1,110 – 1,290	13125	49626	#421 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 23% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 3.2% Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $13,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
422	Wartburg College	Volleyball	30	99.41	1,010 – 1,280	23321	48795	#422 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 30 20.0% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
423	Washington and Lee University	Soccer	30	13.97	1,450 – 1,530	24667	76516	#423 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA Originally known as the Augusta Academy and established in 1749, it would later be named after George Washington and Robert E. Lee, the latter of which was the president of the school for five years....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 9.1% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $24,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,516
424	Westfield State University	Soccer	30	86.71	1,000 – 1,210	17723	46861	#424 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Westfield State University Westfield, MA Found in Westfield, Westfield State University accepts 87% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 63% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 46% of students will graduate......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 16.7% Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,861
425	Widener University	Soccer	30	84.02	1,050 – 1,260	30720	63375	#425 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Widener University Chester, PA Based in Chester, Widener University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Widener University will receive institutional grant aid. At Widener University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 3.2% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $30,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,375
426	Adrian College	Volleyball	29	68.43	900 – 1,150	22053	42805	#426 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Adrian College Adrian, MI Located in Adrian, Adrian College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 29 11.5% Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,053 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,805
427	Anderson University	Softball	29	53.32	940 – 1,170	21914	44396	#427 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 70% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 29 16.0% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
428	Bethany College	Volleyball	29	60.49	930 – 1,110	16844	37124	#428 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Bethany College Bethany, WV Located in Bethany, Bethany College accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Bethany College currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $28,014 on average. 63% of students continued studying at Bethany College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 29 3.3% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $16,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
429	Carleton College	Soccer	29	20.41	1,450 – 1,560	29434	53989	#429 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Carleton College Northfield, MN Part of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, the most popular sports at Carleton College are Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Swimming and Diving (combined). They’re known as the Knights and wear blue and maize. Computer Science is a commonly chosen undergraduate major. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 29 6.5% Acceptance Rate 20.4% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,989
430	Carleton College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	29	20.41	1,450 – 1,560	29434	53989	#430 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Carleton College Northfield, MN Part of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, the most popular sports at Carleton College are Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Swimming and Diving (combined). They’re known as the Knights and wear blue and maize. Computer Science is a commonly chosen undergraduate major. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 29 7.4% Acceptance Rate 20.4% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,989
431	Concordia University-Wisconsin	Softball	29	78.19	1,110 – 1,310	28060	49761	#431 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Concordia University-Wisconsin Mequon, WI Based in Mequon, Concordia University-Wisconsin accepts 78% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Concordia University-Wisconsin currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students decide to stay at Concordia......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 29 3.6% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,060 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
432	Endicott College	Field Hockey	29	72.29	1,170 – 1,340	39988	57286	#432 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Endicott College Beverly, MA Located in Beverly, Endicott College accepts 72% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 97% of students attending Endicott College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 29 6.5% Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $39,988 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,286
433	Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus	Soccer	29	95.26	1,080 – 1,240	26472	45916	#433 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus Madison, NJ The Florham campus Fairleigh Dickinson opened in 1958, with other campuses located in New Jersey, Canada, and the United Kingdom. With an 77% first year retention rate, many students major in Pharmacy, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 29 Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,472 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,916
434	Gettysburg College	Softball	29	38.9	1,240 – 1,460	35729	57274	#434 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football Gettysburg College Gettysburg, PA Located in Gettysburg, Gettysburg College accepts 39% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending Gettysburg College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 29

2026 College Rankings

Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

205 4.1%

79.2%

1,130 – 1,370

$28,643

$49,727

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

164 8.4%

12.1%

1,480 – 1,560

$22,440

$78,073

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

163

29.3%

1,320 – 1,480

$31,806

$67,628

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

158 6.0%

80.1%

1,170 – 1,310

$22,835

$45,919

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

156 27.9%

73.6%

1,020 – 1,280

$22,760

$52,803

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

153 5.0%

4.5%

1,510 – 1,570

$27,979

$80,870

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

143 7.7%

11.5%

1,470 – 1,560

$33,333

$68,337

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

140

62.4%

1,150 – 1,350

$22,379

$62,649

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

139 17.8%

93.5%

1,060 – 1,340

$30,649

$53,568

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

134 2.9%

61.8%

1,210 – 1,400

$28,805

$51,546

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – NCAA Division III with football

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

133 9.0%

83.8%

930 – 1,240

$12,942

$50,140

205
4.1%

164
8.4%

158
6.0%

156
27.9%

153
5.0%

143
7.7%

139
17.8%

134
2.9%

133
9.0%

131
18.0%

129
10.3%

128
8.6%

120
19.5%

115
1.7%

114
3.4%

114
1.7%