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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	Washington University in St Louis	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	164	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint 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, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....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
2	Elmhurst University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	156	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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
3	Carthage College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	131	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
4	Augustana College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	112	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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
5	Illinois Wesleyan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	111	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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
6	Wheaton College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	103	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....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
7	Carroll University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	90	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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
8	North Central College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	61	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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
9	North Central College	Track and Field (Indoor)	59	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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
10	North Central College	Wrestling	49	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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
11	North Park University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	47	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 80% 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
12	Carroll University	Soccer	45	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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
13	Carthage College	Soccer	36	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
14	Washington University in St Louis	Swimming and Diving (combined)	36	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint 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, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....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
15	Carthage College	Basketball	35	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
16	Millikin University	Volleyball	34	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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
17	North Park University	Soccer	34	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 80% 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
18	North Central College	Soccer	33	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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
19	Washington University in St Louis	Soccer	33	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint 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, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....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
20	Augustana College	Soccer	31	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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
21	Augustana College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	31	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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
22	Augustana College	Volleyball	31	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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
23	North Park University	Volleyball	31	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 80% 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
24	Elmhurst University	Basketball	30	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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
25	North Central College	Volleyball	30	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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
26	Millikin University	Soccer	29	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Soccer # of Female Athletes 29 9.4% 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
27	Millikin University	Track and Field (Indoor)	29	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 29 35.6% 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
28	Millikin University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	29	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 29 27.5% 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
29	Augustana College	Softball	28	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Softball # of Female Athletes 28 6.7% 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
30	Carthage College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	28	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 28 6.7% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
31	Millikin University	Softball	27	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Softball # of Female Athletes 27 10.0% 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
32	Illinois Wesleyan University	Soccer	26	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Soccer # of Female Athletes 26 4.0% 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
33	Augustana College	Water Polo	25	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Water Polo # of Female Athletes 25 56.3% 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
34	Carroll University	Softball	25	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Softball # of Female Athletes 25 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
35	Elmhurst University	Soccer	25	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Soccer # of Female Athletes 25 25.0% 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
36	Elmhurst University	Volleyball	25	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Volleyball # of Female Athletes 25 4.2% 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
37	North Park University	Softball	25	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 25 13.6% 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
38	Wheaton College	Soccer	25	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 25 13.6% 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
39	Illinois Wesleyan University	Softball	23	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Softball # of Female Athletes 23 9.5% 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
40	North Central College	Lacrosse	23	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 23 4.5% 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
41	Washington University in St Louis	Volleyball	23	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint 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, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 23 4.2% 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
42	Carroll University	Lacrosse	22	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 22 12.0% 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
43	Carthage College	Water Polo	22	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Water Polo # of Female Athletes 22 10.0% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
44	Millikin University	Basketball	22	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Basketball # of Female Athletes 22 22.2% 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
45	Washington University in St Louis	Softball	22	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint 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, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 22 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
46	Carthage College	Lacrosse	21	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 21 23.5% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
47	Illinois Wesleyan University	Volleyball	21	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Volleyball # of Female Athletes 21 4.5% 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
48	Carroll University	Volleyball	20	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Volleyball # of Female Athletes 20 11.1% 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
49	Carthage College	Softball	20	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Softball # of Female Athletes 20 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
50	Elmhurst University	Softball	20	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Softball # of Female Athletes 20 25.9% 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
51	North Central College	Basketball	20	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Basketball # of Female Athletes 20 42.9% 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
52	Augustana College	Golf	19	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Golf # of Female Athletes 19 18.8% 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
53	Carthage College	Volleyball	19	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Volleyball # of Female Athletes 19 13.6% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
54	Illinois Wesleyan University	Lacrosse	19	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 19 9.5% 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
55	Augustana College	Lacrosse	18	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 18 5.3% 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
56	Carroll University	Swimming	18	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Swimming # of Female Athletes 18 28.0% 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
57	Illinois Wesleyan University	Basketball	18	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Basketball # of Female Athletes 18 14.3% 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
58	North Central College	Softball	18	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Softball # of Female Athletes 18 5.9% 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
59	Wheaton College	Softball	18	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 18 5.9% 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
60	Wheaton College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	18	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 18 14.3% 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
61	Carroll University	Basketball	17	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Basketball # of Female Athletes 17 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
62	Illinois Wesleyan University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	17	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 17 10.5% 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
63	Carroll University	Tennis	16	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Tennis # of Female Athletes 16 5.9% 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
64	Wheaton College	Volleyball	16	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 16 6.7% 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
65	Augustana College	Basketball	15	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 11.8% 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
66	Augustana College	Tennis	15	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Tennis # of Female Athletes 15 50.0% 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
67	Augustana College	Wrestling	15	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Wrestling # of Female Athletes 15 87.5% 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
68	Carthage College	Tennis	15	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Tennis # of Female Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
69	Elmhurst University	Lacrosse	15	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 15 15.4% 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
70	Millikin University	Swimming	15	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Swimming # of Female Athletes 15 7.1% 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
71	North Central College	Golf	15	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Golf # of Female Athletes 15 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
72	North Central College	Cross Country	15	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Cross Country # of Female Athletes 15 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
73	North Park University	Basketball	15	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 11.8% 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
74	Wheaton College	Basketball	15	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 15.4% 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
75	Washington University in St Louis	Basketball	14	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint 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, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 14 6.7% 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
76	Washington University in St Louis	Tennis	14	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint 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, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 14 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
77	Carthage College	Wrestling	13	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Wrestling # of Female Athletes 13 30.0% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
78	Elmhurst University	Golf	13	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Golf # of Female Athletes 13 30.0% 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
79	Illinois Wesleyan University	Golf	13	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Golf # of Female Athletes 13 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
80	Millikin University	Cross Country	13	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Cross Country # of Female Athletes 13 18.8% 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
81	North Central College	Tennis	13	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Tennis # of Female Athletes 13 7.1% 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
82	Carthage College	Golf	12	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Golf # of Female Athletes 12 71.4% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
83	North Park University	Tennis	11	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 11 8.3% 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
84	Wheaton College	Tennis	11	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 11 10.0% 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
85	Carroll University	Golf	10	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Golf # of Female Athletes 10 42.9% 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
86	Elmhurst University	Bowling	10	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Bowling # of Female Athletes 10 66.7% 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
87	North Central College	Swimming	10	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Swimming # of Female Athletes 10 42.9% 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
88	Washington University in St Louis	Golf	10	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint 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, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 10 9.1% 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
89	Augustana College	Bowling	9	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Bowling # of Female Athletes 9 30.8% 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
90	Carthage College	Bowling	9	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Bowling # of Female Athletes 9 18.2% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
91	Illinois Wesleyan University	Tennis	9	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Tennis # of Female Athletes 9 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
92	Illinois Wesleyan University	Bowling	9	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Bowling # of Female Athletes 9 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
93	North Central College	Other Sports	9	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Other Sports # of Female Athletes 9 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
94	Millikin University	Tennis	8	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Tennis # of Female Athletes 8 20.0% 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
95	Carroll University	Bowling	7	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Bowling # of Female Athletes 7 40.0% 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
96	Elmhurst University	Tennis	7	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Tennis # of Female Athletes 7 41.7% 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
97	Millikin University	Other Sports	7	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#97 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Other Sports # of Female Athletes 7 16.7% 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
98	North Central College	Bowling	6	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#98 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Bowling # of Female Athletes 6 50.0% 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
99	Millikin University	Golf	5	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#99 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Golf # of Female Athletes 5 44.4% 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
100	North Park University	Golf	5	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#100 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 5 25.0% 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
101	Wheaton College	Golf	5	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#101 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 5 25.0% 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
102	Illinois Wesleyan University	Wrestling	1	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#102 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Wrestling # of Female Athletes 1 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
103	Augustana College	Baseball	0	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#103 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Baseball # of Female Athletes -- 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
104	Augustana College	Football	0	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#104 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Football # of Female Athletes -- 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
105	Carroll University	Baseball	0	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#105 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Baseball # of Female Athletes -- 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
106	Carroll University	Football	0	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#106 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Football # of Female Athletes -- 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
107	Carthage College	Baseball	0	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#107 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
108	Carthage College	Football	0	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#108 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
109	Elmhurst University	Baseball	0	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#109 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Baseball # of Female Athletes -- 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
110	Elmhurst University	Football	0	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#110 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Football # of Female Athletes -- 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
111	Elmhurst University	Wrestling	0	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#111 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Wrestling # of Female Athletes -- 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
112	Illinois Wesleyan University	Baseball	0	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#112 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Baseball # of Female Athletes -- 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
113	Illinois Wesleyan University	Football	0	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#113 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Football # of Female Athletes -- 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
114	Millikin University	Baseball	0	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#114 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Baseball # of Female Athletes -- 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
115	Millikin University	Football	0	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#115 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Football # of Female Athletes -- 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
116	Millikin University	Wrestling	0	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#116 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Wrestling # of Female Athletes -- 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
117	North Central College	Baseball	0	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#117 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Baseball # of Female Athletes -- 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
118	North Central College	Football	0	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#118 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 Football # of Female Athletes -- 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
119	North Park University	Baseball	0	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#119 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- 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
120	North Park University	Football	0	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#120 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- 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
121	North Park University	Other Sports	0	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#121 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin 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 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes -- 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
122	Washington University in St Louis	Baseball	0	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#122 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint 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, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- 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
123	Washington University in St Louis	Football	0	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#123 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint 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, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- 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
124	Wheaton College	Baseball	0	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#124 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- 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
125	Wheaton College	Football	0	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#125 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- 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
126	Wheaton College	Wrestling	0	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#126 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes -- 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

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

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 – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

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 – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

131 18.0%

87.1%

1,000 – 1,220

$24,962

$46,116

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

112 2.8%

62.8%

1,040 – 1,290

$24,695

$49,849

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

111 14.4%

39.3%

1,150 – 1,370

$31,310

$56,082

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

103 5.1%

90.0%

1,270 – 1,440

$31,346

$50,270

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

90 4.3%

66.8%

1,070 – 1,280

$25,171

$54,456

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Track and Field (Outdoor)

61 32.6%

77.3%

1,090 – 1,320

$24,190

$51,762

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Track and Field (Indoor)

59 15.7%

77.3%

1,090 – 1,320

$24,190

$51,762

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Wrestling

49 22.5%

77.3%

1,090 – 1,320

$24,190

$51,762

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

47 29.9%

72.8%

1,010 – 1,210

$19,910

$49,326

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