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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	Lincoln University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	59	65.72	820 – 960	12910	32865	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Human Services, General. The school has a 73% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 59 Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $12,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
2	Virginia State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	56	89.1	850 – 1,020	16184	33630	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 15% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 56 3.4% Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $16,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
3	Fayetteville State University	Track and Field (Indoor)	43	79.89	810 – 1,020	7298	37831	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 43 2.4% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $7,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
4	Fayetteville State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	43	79.89	810 – 1,020	7298	37831	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 43 2.4% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $7,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
5	Shaw University	Soccer	37	30.48	760 – 970	14111	26148	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 30% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 37 14.0% Acceptance Rate 30.5% SAT Score 760 – 970 Avg. Net Price $14,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
6	Shaw University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	32	30.48	760 – 970	14111	26148	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 30% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 32 18.5% Acceptance Rate 30.5% SAT Score 760 – 970 Avg. Net Price $14,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
7	Winston-Salem State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	31	78.26	850 – 1,040	12948	40557	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 31 11.4% Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
8	Winston-Salem State University	Track and Field (Indoor)	29	78.26	850 – 1,040	12948	40557	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 29 14.7% Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
9	Bowie State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	28	75	770 – 980	16117	43877	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 28 Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 770 – 980 Avg. Net Price $16,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
10	Bowie State University	Track and Field (Indoor)	27	75	770 – 980	16117	43877	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 27 Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 770 – 980 Avg. Net Price $16,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
11	Bowie State University	Softball	26	75	770 – 980	16117	43877	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 26 8.3% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 770 – 980 Avg. Net Price $16,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
12	Virginia State University	Lacrosse	23	89.1	850 – 1,020	16184	33630	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 15% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 23 Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $16,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
13	Lincoln University	Soccer	22	65.72	820 – 960	12910	32865	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Human Services, General. The school has a 73% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 22 37.5% Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $12,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
14	Elizabeth City State University	Volleyball	20	64.61	840 – 1,040	7363	33776	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 92% of students receive grant aid – about $10,554 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 20 5.3% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $7,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
15	Lincoln University	Softball	20	65.72	820 – 960	12910	32865	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Human Services, General. The school has a 73% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 20 17.6% Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $12,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
16	Shaw University	Cross Country	20	30.48	760 – 970	14111	26148	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 30% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 20 66.7% Acceptance Rate 30.5% SAT Score 760 – 970 Avg. Net Price $14,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
17	Virginia State University	Soccer	20	89.1	850 – 1,020	16184	33630	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 15% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 20 Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $16,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
18	Virginia State University	Softball	20	89.1	850 – 1,020	16184	33630	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 15% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 20 17.6% Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $16,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
19	Bowie State University	Volleyball	19	75	770 – 980	16117	43877	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 19 35.7% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 770 – 980 Avg. Net Price $16,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
20	Claflin University	Softball	19	72.55	850 – 1,040	21232	29227	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 7,000 applications during the last admissions cycle. 9% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 19 18.8% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $21,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
21	Fayetteville State University	Volleyball	19	79.89	810 – 1,020	7298	37831	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 19 Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $7,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
22	Shaw University	Softball	19	30.48	760 – 970	14111	26148	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 30% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 19 46.2% Acceptance Rate 30.5% SAT Score 760 – 970 Avg. Net Price $14,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
23	Claflin University	Track and Field (Indoor)	18	72.55	850 – 1,040	21232	29227	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 7,000 applications during the last admissions cycle. 9% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $21,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
24	Claflin University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	18	72.55	850 – 1,040	21232	29227	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 7,000 applications during the last admissions cycle. 9% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $21,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
25	Johnson C Smith University	Track and Field (Indoor)	18	45.21	790 – 980	19326	31478	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
26	Johnson C Smith University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	18	45.21	790 – 980	19326	31478	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
27	Livingstone College	Basketball	18	74.09	780 – 930	15162	24024	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 93% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 47%......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
28	Saint Augustine's University	Track and Field (Indoor)	18	34.65	760 – 920	18373	26999	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Saint Augustine's University Raleigh, NC Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 18 20.0% Acceptance Rate 34.7% SAT Score 760 – 920 Avg. Net Price $18,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,999
29	Saint Augustine's University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	18	34.65	760 – 920	18373	26999	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Saint Augustine's University Raleigh, NC Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 18 20.0% Acceptance Rate 34.7% SAT Score 760 – 920 Avg. Net Price $18,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,999
30	Winston-Salem State University	Basketball	18	78.26	850 – 1,040	12948	40557	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 18 Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
31	Lincoln University	Basketball	17	65.72	820 – 960	12910	32865	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Human Services, General. The school has a 73% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $12,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
32	Livingstone College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	17	74.09	780 – 930	15162	24024	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 93% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 47%......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 17 5.6% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
33	Shaw University	Basketball	17	30.48	760 – 970	14111	26148	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 30% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 17 10.5% Acceptance Rate 30.5% SAT Score 760 – 970 Avg. Net Price $14,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
34	Virginia State University	Volleyball	17	89.1	850 – 1,020	16184	33630	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 15% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 17 Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $16,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
35	Virginia Union University	Basketball	17	97.8	800 – 1,000	18496	27977	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,700 last year. 14% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $18,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
36	Virginia Union University	Softball	17	97.8	800 – 1,000	18496	27977	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,700 last year. 14% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $18,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
37	Virginia Union University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	17	97.8	800 – 1,000	18496	27977	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,700 last year. 14% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 17 13.3% Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $18,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
38	Winston-Salem State University	Softball	17	78.26	850 – 1,040	12948	40557	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 17 Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
39	Bowie State University	Basketball	16	75	770 – 980	16117	43877	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 770 – 980 Avg. Net Price $16,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
40	Elizabeth City State University	Basketball	16	64.61	840 – 1,040	7363	33776	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 92% of students receive grant aid – about $10,554 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 16 15.8% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $7,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
41	Fayetteville State University	Basketball	16	79.89	810 – 1,020	7298	37831	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $7,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
42	Shaw University	Volleyball	16	30.48	760 – 970	14111	26148	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 30% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 16 14.3% Acceptance Rate 30.5% SAT Score 760 – 970 Avg. Net Price $14,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
43	Claflin University	Basketball	15	72.55	850 – 1,040	21232	29227	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 7,000 applications during the last admissions cycle. 9% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $21,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
44	Claflin University	Volleyball	15	72.55	850 – 1,040	21232	29227	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 7,000 applications during the last admissions cycle. 9% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $21,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
45	Johnson C Smith University	Softball	15	45.21	790 – 980	19326	31478	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 15 15.4% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
46	Livingstone College	Track and Field (Indoor)	15	74.09	780 – 930	15162	24024	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 93% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 47%......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
47	Livingstone College	Volleyball	15	74.09	780 – 930	15162	24024	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 93% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 47%......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
48	Virginia State University	Basketball	15	89.1	850 – 1,020	16184	33630	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 15% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $16,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
49	Virginia Union University	Track and Field (Indoor)	15	97.8	800 – 1,000	18496	27977	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,700 last year. 14% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $18,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
50	Winston-Salem State University	Volleyball	15	78.26	850 – 1,040	12948	40557	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
51	Johnson C Smith University	Volleyball	14	45.21	790 – 980	19326	31478	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 14 16.7% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
52	Livingstone College	Softball	14	74.09	780 – 930	15162	24024	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 93% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 47%......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 14 12.5% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
53	Saint Augustine's University	Basketball	14	34.65	760 – 920	18373	26999	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Saint Augustine's University Raleigh, NC Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 14 7.7% Acceptance Rate 34.7% SAT Score 760 – 920 Avg. Net Price $18,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,999
54	Fayetteville State University	Softball	13	79.89	810 – 1,020	7298	37831	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 13 13.3% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $7,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
55	Johnson C Smith University	Basketball	13	45.21	790 – 980	19326	31478	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
56	Lincoln University	Volleyball	13	65.72	820 – 960	12910	32865	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Human Services, General. The school has a 73% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 13 30.0% Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $12,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
57	Virginia Union University	Volleyball	13	97.8	800 – 1,000	18496	27977	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,700 last year. 14% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 13 Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $18,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
58	Claflin University	Cross Country	11	72.55	850 – 1,040	21232	29227	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 7,000 applications during the last admissions cycle. 9% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 11 26.7% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $21,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
59	Elizabeth City State University	Softball	11	64.61	840 – 1,040	7363	33776	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 92% of students receive grant aid – about $10,554 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 11 42.1% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $7,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
60	Elizabeth City State University	Tennis	11	64.61	840 – 1,040	7363	33776	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 92% of students receive grant aid – about $10,554 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 11 57.1% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $7,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
61	Saint Augustine's University	Volleyball	11	34.65	760 – 920	18373	26999	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Saint Augustine's University Raleigh, NC Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 11 8.3% Acceptance Rate 34.7% SAT Score 760 – 920 Avg. Net Price $18,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,999
62	Fayetteville State University	Cross Country	10	79.89	810 – 1,020	7298	37831	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $7,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
63	Livingstone College	Bowling	10	74.09	780 – 930	15162	24024	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 93% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 47%......Read more Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 10 9.1% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
64	Saint Augustine's University	Cross Country	10	34.65	760 – 920	18373	26999	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Saint Augustine's University Raleigh, NC Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 10 66.7% Acceptance Rate 34.7% SAT Score 760 – 920 Avg. Net Price $18,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,999
65	Virginia Union University	Bowling	10	97.8	800 – 1,000	18496	27977	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,700 last year. 14% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 10 66.7% Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $18,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
66	Shaw University	Tennis	9	30.48	760 – 970	14111	26148	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 30% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 9 50.0% Acceptance Rate 30.5% SAT Score 760 – 970 Avg. Net Price $14,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
67	Shaw University	Bowling	9	30.48	760 – 970	14111	26148	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 30% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 30.5% SAT Score 760 – 970 Avg. Net Price $14,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
68	Bowie State University	Bowling	8	75	770 – 980	16117	43877	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician. Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 770 – 980 Avg. Net Price $16,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
69	Elizabeth City State University	Cross Country	8	64.61	840 – 1,040	7363	33776	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 92% of students receive grant aid – about $10,554 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 8 20.0% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $7,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
70	Elizabeth City State University	Bowling	8	64.61	840 – 1,040	7363	33776	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 92% of students receive grant aid – about $10,554 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $7,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
71	Johnson C Smith University	Cross Country	8	45.21	790 – 980	19326	31478	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 8 20.0% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
72	Virginia Union University	Tennis	8	97.8	800 – 1,000	18496	27977	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,700 last year. 14% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $18,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
73	Virginia Union University	Cross Country	8	97.8	800 – 1,000	18496	27977	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,700 last year. 14% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $18,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
74	Winston-Salem State University	Cross Country	8	78.26	850 – 1,040	12948	40557	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 8 11.1% Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
75	Bowie State University	Cross Country	7	75	770 – 980	16117	43877	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician. Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 7 Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 770 – 980 Avg. Net Price $16,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
76	Fayetteville State University	Bowling	7	79.89	810 – 1,020	7298	37831	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 7 Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $7,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
77	Johnson C Smith University	Bowling	7	45.21	790 – 980	19326	31478	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 7 12.5% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
78	Livingstone College	Cross Country	7	74.09	780 – 930	15162	24024	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 93% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 47%......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 7 16.7% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
79	Virginia State University	Tennis	7	89.1	850 – 1,020	16184	33630	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 15% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 7 30.0% Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $16,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
80	Virginia State University	Bowling	7	89.1	850 – 1,020	16184	33630	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 15% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 7 41.7% Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $16,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
81	Bowie State University	Tennis	6	75	770 – 980	16117	43877	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 6 25.0% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 770 – 980 Avg. Net Price $16,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
82	Johnson C Smith University	Tennis	6	45.21	790 – 980	19326	31478	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 6 25.0% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
83	Livingstone College	Tennis	6	74.09	780 – 930	15162	24024	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 93% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 47%......Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 6 14.3% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
84	Winston-Salem State University	Tennis	6	78.26	850 – 1,040	12948	40557	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 6 14.3% Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
85	Bowie State University	Football	0	75	770 – 980	16117	43877	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician. Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 770 – 980 Avg. Net Price $16,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
86	Claflin University	Baseball	0	72.55	850 – 1,040	21232	29227	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 7,000 applications during the last admissions cycle. 9% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $21,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
87	Elizabeth City State University	Football	0	64.61	840 – 1,040	7363	33776	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 92% of students receive grant aid – about $10,554 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $7,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
88	Elizabeth City State University	Golf	0	64.61	840 – 1,040	7363	33776	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 92% of students receive grant aid – about $10,554 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Golf # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $7,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
89	Fayetteville State University	Football	0	79.89	810 – 1,020	7298	37831	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $7,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
90	Fayetteville State University	Golf	0	79.89	810 – 1,020	7298	37831	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $7,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
91	Johnson C Smith University	Football	0	45.21	790 – 980	19326	31478	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
92	Johnson C Smith University	Golf	0	45.21	790 – 980	19326	31478	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
93	Lincoln University	Baseball	0	65.72	820 – 960	12910	32865	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Human Services, General. The school has a 73% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $12,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
94	Lincoln University	Football	0	65.72	820 – 960	12910	32865	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Human Services, General. The school has a 73% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $12,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
95	Livingstone College	Football	0	74.09	780 – 930	15162	24024	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 93% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 47%......Read more Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
96	Livingstone College	Golf	0	74.09	780 – 930	15162	24024	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 93% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 47%......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
97	Saint Augustine's University	Football	0	34.65	760 – 920	18373	26999	#97 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Saint Augustine's University Raleigh, NC Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 34.7% SAT Score 760 – 920 Avg. Net Price $18,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,999
98	Saint Augustine's University	Golf	0	34.65	760 – 920	18373	26999	#98 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Saint Augustine's University Raleigh, NC Sport Golf # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 34.7% SAT Score 760 – 920 Avg. Net Price $18,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,999
99	Shaw University	Football	0	30.48	760 – 970	14111	26148	#99 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 30% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 30.5% SAT Score 760 – 970 Avg. Net Price $14,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
100	Virginia State University	Baseball	0	89.1	850 – 1,020	16184	33630	#100 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 15% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $16,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
101	Virginia State University	Football	0	89.1	850 – 1,020	16184	33630	#101 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 15% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $16,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
102	Virginia State University	Golf	0	89.1	850 – 1,020	16184	33630	#102 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 15% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $16,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
103	Virginia Union University	Football	0	97.8	800 – 1,000	18496	27977	#103 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,700 last year. 14% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $18,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
104	Virginia Union University	Golf	0	97.8	800 – 1,000	18496	27977	#104 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,700 last year. 14% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Golf # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $18,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
105	Winston-Salem State University	Football	0	78.26	850 – 1,040	12948	40557	#105 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
106	Winston-Salem State University	Golf	0	78.26	850 – 1,040	12948	40557	#106 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Golf # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

59

65.7%

820 – 960

$12,910

$32,865

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

56 3.4%

89.1%

850 – 1,020

$16,184

$33,630

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Track and Field (Indoor)

43 2.4%

79.9%

810 – 1,020

$7,298

$37,831

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Track and Field (Outdoor)

43 2.4%

79.9%

810 – 1,020

$7,298

$37,831

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Soccer

37 14.0%

30.5%

760 – 970

$14,111

$26,148

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Track and Field (Outdoor)

32 18.5%

30.5%

760 – 970

$14,111

$26,148

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Track and Field (Outdoor)

31 11.4%

78.3%

850 – 1,040

$12,948

$40,557

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Track and Field (Indoor)

29 14.7%

78.3%

850 – 1,040

$12,948

$40,557

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Track and Field (Outdoor)

28

75.0%

770 – 980

$16,117

$43,877

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Track and Field (Indoor)

27

75.0%

770 – 980

$16,117

$43,877

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Softball

26 8.3%

75.0%

770 – 980

$16,117

$43,877

56
3.4%

43
2.4%

43
2.4%

37
14.0%

32
18.5%

31
11.4%

29
14.7%

26
8.3%

22
37.5%

20
5.3%

20
17.6%

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66.7%

20
17.6%