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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	Emmanuel College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	68	75.65	1,180 – 1,340	33214	50180	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Emmanuel College Boston, MA Found in Boston, Emmanuel College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students at Emmanuel College currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 68 30.8% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $33,214 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,180
2	Saint Joseph's College of Maine	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	40	81.72	960 – 1,150	28268	52884	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, ME Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is located on the shore of Sebago Lake. 336 athletes, known as the Monks, compete in Basketball, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), and Lacrosse, among others. 99% of students receive grant aid, averaging $29,900 each. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 40 37.9% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,884
3	Lasell University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	35	92.7	1,020 – 1,260	28477	45468	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Lasell University Newton, MA Lasell University was founded as a women’s seminary in 1851 and although it became coeducational in 1997, women still make up most of the student body. The school’s motto is “Ignorant of Defeat.” 100% receive grant aid, averaging $34,921 each, and students can earn up to a Master's degree. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 35 Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,468
4	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Soccer	31	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 6.1% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
5	Colby-Sawyer College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	30	89.98	890 – 1,090	26483	37935	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Colby-Sawyer College New London, NH Colby-Sawyer College was founded in 1837. Originally called the New London Academy, the school underwent a number of name changes, arriving at its current moniker in 1975....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 30 34.8% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $26,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,935
6	Regis College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	30	90.09	860 – 1,070	30212	56223	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Regis College Weston, MA Regis College was founded as a women’s school by the Roman Catholic Sisters of St. Joseph. It started accepting men in 2007. Regis offers up to Doctor's degrees, with 31 available programs and majors. There are currently more graduates than undergraduates attending. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 30 Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $30,212 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,223
7	College of Our Lady of the Elms	Soccer	29	88.82	1,150 – 1,320	22311	54087	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference College of Our Lady of the Elms Chicopee, MA Also known simply as Elms College, College of Our Lady of the Elms has a Latin motto: “Viam Veritatis Elegi” – “I have chosen the way of truth.” It opened as a preparatory academy for women in 1897. Although the school started admitting men in 1998, women still make up most of the student body. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 29 3.6% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,087
8	Rivier University	Soccer	29	81.76	1,010 – 1,110	28227	54599	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Rivier University Nashua, NH Rivier University is named after its founder, Anne-Marie Rivier. Opened in 1933 as a Catholic women’s college, it admitted men starting in 1991 and became a university in 2012. Nursing Science, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are popular programs. Rivier’s motto is “Higher and Better” – or “Altiora et Meliora” in Latin. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 29 61.1% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $28,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,599
9	Rivier University	Ice Hockey	28	81.76	1,010 – 1,110	28227	54599	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Rivier University Nashua, NH Rivier University is named after its founder, Anne-Marie Rivier. Opened in 1933 as a Catholic women’s college, it admitted men starting in 1991 and became a university in 2012. Nursing Science, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are popular programs. Rivier’s motto is “Higher and Better” – or “Altiora et Meliora” in Latin. Sport Ice Hockey # of Female Athletes 28 21.7% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $28,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,599
10	Lasell University	Soccer	27	92.7	1,020 – 1,260	28477	45468	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Lasell University Newton, MA Lasell University was founded as a women’s seminary in 1851 and although it became coeducational in 1997, women still make up most of the student body. The school’s motto is “Ignorant of Defeat.” 100% receive grant aid, averaging $34,921 each, and students can earn up to a Master's degree. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 27 Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,468
11	Saint Joseph's College of Maine	Soccer	27	81.72	960 – 1,150	28268	52884	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, ME Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is located on the shore of Sebago Lake. 336 athletes, known as the Monks, compete in Basketball, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), and Lacrosse, among others. 99% of students receive grant aid, averaging $29,900 each. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 27 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,884
12	Saint Joseph's College of Maine	Lacrosse	26	81.72	960 – 1,150	28268	52884	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, ME Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is located on the shore of Sebago Lake. 336 athletes, known as the Monks, compete in Basketball, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), and Lacrosse, among others. 99% of students receive grant aid, averaging $29,900 each. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 26 10.3% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,884
13	Emmanuel College	Soccer	25	75.65	1,180 – 1,340	33214	50180	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Emmanuel College Boston, MA Found in Boston, Emmanuel College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students at Emmanuel College currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 25 28.6% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $33,214 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,180
14	Regis College	Soccer	25	90.09	860 – 1,070	30212	56223	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Regis College Weston, MA Regis College was founded as a women’s school by the Roman Catholic Sisters of St. Joseph. It started accepting men in 2007. Regis offers up to Doctor's degrees, with 31 available programs and majors. There are currently more graduates than undergraduates attending. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 25 13.6% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $30,212 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,223
15	Regis College	Track and Field (Indoor)	25	90.09	860 – 1,070	30212	56223	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Regis College Weston, MA Regis College was founded as a women’s school by the Roman Catholic Sisters of St. Joseph. It started accepting men in 2007. Regis offers up to Doctor's degrees, with 31 available programs and majors. There are currently more graduates than undergraduates attending. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 25 24.2% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $30,212 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,223
16	Colby-Sawyer College	Field Hockey	24	89.98	890 – 1,090	26483	37935	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Colby-Sawyer College New London, NH Colby-Sawyer College was founded in 1837. Originally called the New London Academy, the school underwent a number of name changes, arriving at its current moniker in 1975....Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 24 Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $26,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,935
17	Colby-Sawyer College	Lacrosse	24	89.98	890 – 1,090	26483	37935	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Colby-Sawyer College New London, NH Colby-Sawyer College was founded in 1837. Originally called the New London Academy, the school underwent a number of name changes, arriving at its current moniker in 1975....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 24 9.1% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $26,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,935
18	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Field Hockey	24	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 24 7.7% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
19	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Ice Hockey	24	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Ice Hockey # of Female Athletes 24 9.1% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
20	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Softball	24	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 24 26.3% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
21	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Other Sports	24	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 24 14.3% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
22	Lasell University	Field Hockey	24	92.7	1,020 – 1,260	28477	45468	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Lasell University Newton, MA Lasell University was founded as a women’s seminary in 1851 and although it became coeducational in 1997, women still make up most of the student body. The school’s motto is “Ignorant of Defeat.” 100% receive grant aid, averaging $34,921 each, and students can earn up to a Master's degree. Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 24 33.3% Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,468
23	University of Saint Joseph	Soccer	24	79.64	1,070 – 1,280	27558	52053	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, CT The University of Saint Joseph was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1932 as an all women’s school – it only started accepting men in 2018. The 84-acre campus is well known for its Georgian brick architecture. Undergraduates enjoy a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 24 26.3% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,053
24	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Equestrian	23	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Equestrian # of Female Athletes 23 9.5% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
25	Rivier University	Softball	23	81.76	1,010 – 1,110	28227	54599	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Rivier University Nashua, NH Rivier University is named after its founder, Anne-Marie Rivier. Opened in 1933 as a Catholic women’s college, it admitted men starting in 1991 and became a university in 2012. Nursing Science, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are popular programs. Rivier’s motto is “Higher and Better” – or “Altiora et Meliora” in Latin. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 23 15.0% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $28,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,599
26	University of Saint Joseph	Softball	23	79.64	1,070 – 1,280	27558	52053	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, CT The University of Saint Joseph was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1932 as an all women’s school – it only started accepting men in 2018. The 84-acre campus is well known for its Georgian brick architecture. Undergraduates enjoy a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 23 4.5% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,053
27	Saint Joseph's College of Maine	Softball	22	81.72	960 – 1,150	28268	52884	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, ME Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is located on the shore of Sebago Lake. 336 athletes, known as the Monks, compete in Basketball, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), and Lacrosse, among others. 99% of students receive grant aid, averaging $29,900 each. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 22 12.0% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,884
28	Emmanuel College	Lacrosse	21	75.65	1,180 – 1,340	33214	50180	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Emmanuel College Boston, MA Found in Boston, Emmanuel College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students at Emmanuel College currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 21 27.6% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $33,214 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,180
29	Regis College	Lacrosse	21	90.09	860 – 1,070	30212	56223	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Regis College Weston, MA Regis College was founded as a women’s school by the Roman Catholic Sisters of St. Joseph. It started accepting men in 2007. Regis offers up to Doctor's degrees, with 31 available programs and majors. There are currently more graduates than undergraduates attending. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 21 5.0% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $30,212 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,223
30	University of Saint Joseph	Field Hockey	21	79.64	1,070 – 1,280	27558	52053	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, CT The University of Saint Joseph was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1932 as an all women’s school – it only started accepting men in 2018. The 84-acre campus is well known for its Georgian brick architecture. Undergraduates enjoy a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 21 16.7% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,053
31	Emmanuel College	Volleyball	20	75.65	1,180 – 1,340	33214	50180	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Emmanuel College Boston, MA Found in Boston, Emmanuel College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students at Emmanuel College currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 20 11.1% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $33,214 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,180
32	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Lacrosse	20	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 20 Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
33	Lasell University	Volleyball	20	92.7	1,020 – 1,260	28477	45468	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Lasell University Newton, MA Lasell University was founded as a women’s seminary in 1851 and although it became coeducational in 1997, women still make up most of the student body. The school’s motto is “Ignorant of Defeat.” 100% receive grant aid, averaging $34,921 each, and students can earn up to a Master's degree. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 20 17.6% Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,468
34	Mitchell College	Soccer	20	73.36	700 – 930	31760	35330	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Mitchell College New London, CT Based in New London, Mitchell College’s acceptance rate is 73%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 20 9.1% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 700 – 930 Avg. Net Price $31,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,330
35	Regis College	Volleyball	20	90.09	860 – 1,070	30212	56223	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Regis College Weston, MA Regis College was founded as a women’s school by the Roman Catholic Sisters of St. Joseph. It started accepting men in 2007. Regis offers up to Doctor's degrees, with 31 available programs and majors. There are currently more graduates than undergraduates attending. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 20 11.1% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $30,212 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,223
36	Regis College	Field Hockey	19	90.09	860 – 1,070	30212	56223	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Regis College Weston, MA Regis College was founded as a women’s school by the Roman Catholic Sisters of St. Joseph. It started accepting men in 2007. Regis offers up to Doctor's degrees, with 31 available programs and majors. There are currently more graduates than undergraduates attending. Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 19 18.8% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $30,212 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,223
37	Rivier University	Field Hockey	19	81.76	1,010 – 1,110	28227	54599	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Rivier University Nashua, NH Rivier University is named after its founder, Anne-Marie Rivier. Opened in 1933 as a Catholic women’s college, it admitted men starting in 1991 and became a university in 2012. Nursing Science, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are popular programs. Rivier’s motto is “Higher and Better” – or “Altiora et Meliora” in Latin. Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 19 9.5% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $28,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,599
38	Rivier University	Lacrosse	19	81.76	1,010 – 1,110	28227	54599	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Rivier University Nashua, NH Rivier University is named after its founder, Anne-Marie Rivier. Opened in 1933 as a Catholic women’s college, it admitted men starting in 1991 and became a university in 2012. Nursing Science, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are popular programs. Rivier’s motto is “Higher and Better” – or “Altiora et Meliora” in Latin. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 19 9.5% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $28,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,599
39	Saint Joseph's College of Maine	Volleyball	19	81.72	960 – 1,150	28268	52884	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, ME Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is located on the shore of Sebago Lake. 336 athletes, known as the Monks, compete in Basketball, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), and Lacrosse, among others. 99% of students receive grant aid, averaging $29,900 each. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 19 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,884
40	College of Our Lady of the Elms	Basketball	18	88.82	1,150 – 1,320	22311	54087	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference College of Our Lady of the Elms Chicopee, MA Also known simply as Elms College, College of Our Lady of the Elms has a Latin motto: “Viam Veritatis Elegi” – “I have chosen the way of truth.” It opened as a preparatory academy for women in 1897. Although the school started admitting men in 1998, women still make up most of the student body. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 18 Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,087
41	Emmanuel College	Softball	18	75.65	1,180 – 1,340	33214	50180	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Emmanuel College Boston, MA Found in Boston, Emmanuel College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students at Emmanuel College currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $33,214 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,180
42	Lasell University	Lacrosse	18	92.7	1,020 – 1,260	28477	45468	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Lasell University Newton, MA Lasell University was founded as a women’s seminary in 1851 and although it became coeducational in 1997, women still make up most of the student body. The school’s motto is “Ignorant of Defeat.” 100% receive grant aid, averaging $34,921 each, and students can earn up to a Master's degree. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,468
43	University of Saint Joseph	Lacrosse	18	79.64	1,070 – 1,280	27558	52053	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, CT The University of Saint Joseph was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1932 as an all women’s school – it only started accepting men in 2018. The 84-acre campus is well known for its Georgian brick architecture. Undergraduates enjoy a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,053
44	Colby-Sawyer College	Soccer	16	89.98	890 – 1,090	26483	37935	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Colby-Sawyer College New London, NH Colby-Sawyer College was founded in 1837. Originally called the New London Academy, the school underwent a number of name changes, arriving at its current moniker in 1975....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 16 27.3% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $26,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,935
45	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Volleyball	16	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 16 Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
46	Lasell University	Softball	16	92.7	1,020 – 1,260	28477	45468	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Lasell University Newton, MA Lasell University was founded as a women’s seminary in 1851 and although it became coeducational in 1997, women still make up most of the student body. The school’s motto is “Ignorant of Defeat.” 100% receive grant aid, averaging $34,921 each, and students can earn up to a Master's degree. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 16 15.8% Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,468
47	Mitchell College	Lacrosse	16	73.36	700 – 930	31760	35330	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Mitchell College New London, CT Based in New London, Mitchell College’s acceptance rate is 73%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 700 – 930 Avg. Net Price $31,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,330
48	Mitchell College	Softball	16	73.36	700 – 930	31760	35330	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Mitchell College New London, CT Based in New London, Mitchell College’s acceptance rate is 73%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 700 – 930 Avg. Net Price $31,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,330
49	Rivier University	Basketball	16	81.76	1,010 – 1,110	28227	54599	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Rivier University Nashua, NH Rivier University is named after its founder, Anne-Marie Rivier. Opened in 1933 as a Catholic women’s college, it admitted men starting in 1991 and became a university in 2012. Nursing Science, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are popular programs. Rivier’s motto is “Higher and Better” – or “Altiora et Meliora” in Latin. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $28,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,599
50	Rivier University	Volleyball	16	81.76	1,010 – 1,110	28227	54599	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Rivier University Nashua, NH Rivier University is named after its founder, Anne-Marie Rivier. Opened in 1933 as a Catholic women’s college, it admitted men starting in 1991 and became a university in 2012. Nursing Science, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are popular programs. Rivier’s motto is “Higher and Better” – or “Altiora et Meliora” in Latin. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 16 14.3% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $28,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,599
51	University of Saint Joseph	Volleyball	16	79.64	1,070 – 1,280	27558	52053	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, CT The University of Saint Joseph was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1932 as an all women’s school – it only started accepting men in 2018. The 84-acre campus is well known for its Georgian brick architecture. Undergraduates enjoy a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,053
52	Colby-Sawyer College	Basketball	15	89.98	890 – 1,090	26483	37935	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Colby-Sawyer College New London, NH Colby-Sawyer College was founded in 1837. Originally called the New London Academy, the school underwent a number of name changes, arriving at its current moniker in 1975....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 25.0% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $26,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,935
53	Emmanuel College	Basketball	15	75.65	1,180 – 1,340	33214	50180	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Emmanuel College Boston, MA Found in Boston, Emmanuel College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students at Emmanuel College currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $33,214 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,180
54	Saint Joseph's College of Maine	Basketball	15	81.72	960 – 1,150	28268	52884	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, ME Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is located on the shore of Sebago Lake. 336 athletes, known as the Monks, compete in Basketball, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), and Lacrosse, among others. 99% of students receive grant aid, averaging $29,900 each. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,884
55	Saint Joseph's College of Maine	Field Hockey	15	81.72	960 – 1,150	28268	52884	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, ME Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is located on the shore of Sebago Lake. 336 athletes, known as the Monks, compete in Basketball, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), and Lacrosse, among others. 99% of students receive grant aid, averaging $29,900 each. Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,884
56	University of Saint Joseph	Basketball	15	79.64	1,070 – 1,280	27558	52053	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, CT The University of Saint Joseph was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1932 as an all women’s school – it only started accepting men in 2018. The 84-acre campus is well known for its Georgian brick architecture. Undergraduates enjoy a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,053
57	University of Saint Joseph	Swimming and Diving (combined)	15	79.64	1,070 – 1,280	27558	52053	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, CT The University of Saint Joseph was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1932 as an all women’s school – it only started accepting men in 2018. The 84-acre campus is well known for its Georgian brick architecture. Undergraduates enjoy a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 15 66.7% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,053
58	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Basketball	14	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 14 17.6% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
59	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Cross Country	14	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 14 Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
60	Lasell University	Basketball	14	92.7	1,020 – 1,260	28477	45468	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Lasell University Newton, MA Lasell University was founded as a women’s seminary in 1851 and although it became coeducational in 1997, women still make up most of the student body. The school’s motto is “Ignorant of Defeat.” 100% receive grant aid, averaging $34,921 each, and students can earn up to a Master's degree. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,468
61	Regis College	Basketball	14	90.09	860 – 1,070	30212	56223	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Regis College Weston, MA Regis College was founded as a women’s school by the Roman Catholic Sisters of St. Joseph. It started accepting men in 2007. Regis offers up to Doctor's degrees, with 31 available programs and majors. There are currently more graduates than undergraduates attending. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 14 27.3% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $30,212 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,223
62	Regis College	Softball	14	90.09	860 – 1,070	30212	56223	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Regis College Weston, MA Regis College was founded as a women’s school by the Roman Catholic Sisters of St. Joseph. It started accepting men in 2007. Regis offers up to Doctor's degrees, with 31 available programs and majors. There are currently more graduates than undergraduates attending. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 14 26.3% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $30,212 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,223
63	Saint Joseph's College of Maine	Swimming	14	81.72	960 – 1,150	28268	52884	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, ME Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is located on the shore of Sebago Lake. 336 athletes, known as the Monks, compete in Basketball, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), and Lacrosse, among others. 99% of students receive grant aid, averaging $29,900 each. Sport Swimming # of Female Athletes 14 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,884
64	College of Our Lady of the Elms	Field Hockey	13	88.82	1,150 – 1,320	22311	54087	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference College of Our Lady of the Elms Chicopee, MA Also known simply as Elms College, College of Our Lady of the Elms has a Latin motto: “Viam Veritatis Elegi” – “I have chosen the way of truth.” It opened as a preparatory academy for women in 1897. Although the school started admitting men in 1998, women still make up most of the student body. Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,087
65	College of Our Lady of the Elms	Lacrosse	13	88.82	1,150 – 1,320	22311	54087	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference College of Our Lady of the Elms Chicopee, MA Also known simply as Elms College, College of Our Lady of the Elms has a Latin motto: “Viam Veritatis Elegi” – “I have chosen the way of truth.” It opened as a preparatory academy for women in 1897. Although the school started admitting men in 1998, women still make up most of the student body. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,087
66	College of Our Lady of the Elms	Softball	13	88.82	1,150 – 1,320	22311	54087	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference College of Our Lady of the Elms Chicopee, MA Also known simply as Elms College, College of Our Lady of the Elms has a Latin motto: “Viam Veritatis Elegi” – “I have chosen the way of truth.” It opened as a preparatory academy for women in 1897. Although the school started admitting men in 1998, women still make up most of the student body. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 13 18.2% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,087
67	Mitchell College	Basketball	13	73.36	700 – 930	31760	35330	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Mitchell College New London, CT Based in New London, Mitchell College’s acceptance rate is 73%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 700 – 930 Avg. Net Price $31,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,330
68	Mitchell College	Volleyball	13	73.36	700 – 930	31760	35330	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Mitchell College New London, CT Based in New London, Mitchell College’s acceptance rate is 73%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 13 Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 700 – 930 Avg. Net Price $31,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,330
69	Regis College	Swimming	13	90.09	860 – 1,070	30212	56223	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Regis College Weston, MA Regis College was founded as a women’s school by the Roman Catholic Sisters of St. Joseph. It started accepting men in 2007. Regis offers up to Doctor's degrees, with 31 available programs and majors. There are currently more graduates than undergraduates attending. Sport Swimming # of Female Athletes 13 Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $30,212 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,223
70	Colby-Sawyer College	Volleyball	12	89.98	890 – 1,090	26483	37935	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Colby-Sawyer College New London, NH Colby-Sawyer College was founded in 1837. Originally called the New London Academy, the school underwent a number of name changes, arriving at its current moniker in 1975....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 12 29.4% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $26,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,935
71	College of Our Lady of the Elms	Volleyball	12	88.82	1,150 – 1,320	22311	54087	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference College of Our Lady of the Elms Chicopee, MA Also known simply as Elms College, College of Our Lady of the Elms has a Latin motto: “Viam Veritatis Elegi” – “I have chosen the way of truth.” It opened as a preparatory academy for women in 1897. Although the school started admitting men in 1998, women still make up most of the student body. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,087
72	Colby-Sawyer College	Equestrian	10	89.98	890 – 1,090	26483	37935	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Colby-Sawyer College New London, NH Colby-Sawyer College was founded in 1837. Originally called the New London Academy, the school underwent a number of name changes, arriving at its current moniker in 1975....Read more Sport Equestrian # of Female Athletes 10 9.1% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $26,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,935
73	Mitchell College	Cross Country	9	73.36	700 – 930	31760	35330	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Mitchell College New London, CT Based in New London, Mitchell College’s acceptance rate is 73%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 9 28.6% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 700 – 930 Avg. Net Price $31,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,330
74	Regis College	Tennis	9	90.09	860 – 1,070	30212	56223	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Regis College Weston, MA Regis College was founded as a women’s school by the Roman Catholic Sisters of St. Joseph. It started accepting men in 2007. Regis offers up to Doctor's degrees, with 31 available programs and majors. There are currently more graduates than undergraduates attending. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $30,212 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,223
75	Saint Joseph's College of Maine	Skiing	9	81.72	960 – 1,150	28268	52884	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, ME Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is located on the shore of Sebago Lake. 336 athletes, known as the Monks, compete in Basketball, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), and Lacrosse, among others. 99% of students receive grant aid, averaging $29,900 each. Sport Skiing # of Female Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,884
76	University of Saint Joseph	Tennis	9	79.64	1,070 – 1,280	27558	52053	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, CT The University of Saint Joseph was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1932 as an all women’s school – it only started accepting men in 2018. The 84-acre campus is well known for its Georgian brick architecture. Undergraduates enjoy a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,053
77	Colby-Sawyer College	Tennis	8	89.98	890 – 1,090	26483	37935	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Colby-Sawyer College New London, NH Colby-Sawyer College was founded in 1837. Originally called the New London Academy, the school underwent a number of name changes, arriving at its current moniker in 1975....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 8 27.3% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $26,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,935
78	Colby-Sawyer College	Skiing	7	89.98	890 – 1,090	26483	37935	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Colby-Sawyer College New London, NH Colby-Sawyer College was founded in 1837. Originally called the New London Academy, the school underwent a number of name changes, arriving at its current moniker in 1975....Read more Sport Skiing # of Female Athletes 7 Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $26,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,935
79	Regis College	Cross Country	7	90.09	860 – 1,070	30212	56223	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Regis College Weston, MA Regis College was founded as a women’s school by the Roman Catholic Sisters of St. Joseph. It started accepting men in 2007. Regis offers up to Doctor's degrees, with 31 available programs and majors. There are currently more graduates than undergraduates attending. Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 7 30.0% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $30,212 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,223
80	Rivier University	Cross Country	7	81.76	1,010 – 1,110	28227	54599	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Rivier University Nashua, NH Rivier University is named after its founder, Anne-Marie Rivier. Opened in 1933 as a Catholic women’s college, it admitted men starting in 1991 and became a university in 2012. Nursing Science, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are popular programs. Rivier’s motto is “Higher and Better” – or “Altiora et Meliora” in Latin. Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 7 22.2% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $28,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,599
81	Colby-Sawyer College	Swimming	6	89.98	890 – 1,090	26483	37935	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Colby-Sawyer College New London, NH Colby-Sawyer College was founded in 1837. Originally called the New London Academy, the school underwent a number of name changes, arriving at its current moniker in 1975....Read more Sport Swimming # of Female Athletes 6 53.8% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $26,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,935
82	College of Our Lady of the Elms	Swimming	5	88.82	1,150 – 1,320	22311	54087	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference College of Our Lady of the Elms Chicopee, MA Also known simply as Elms College, College of Our Lady of the Elms has a Latin motto: “Viam Veritatis Elegi” – “I have chosen the way of truth.” It opened as a preparatory academy for women in 1897. Although the school started admitting men in 1998, women still make up most of the student body. Sport Swimming # of Female Athletes 5 25.0% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,087
83	College of Our Lady of the Elms	Cross Country	5	88.82	1,150 – 1,320	22311	54087	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference College of Our Lady of the Elms Chicopee, MA Also known simply as Elms College, College of Our Lady of the Elms has a Latin motto: “Viam Veritatis Elegi” – “I have chosen the way of truth.” It opened as a preparatory academy for women in 1897. Although the school started admitting men in 1998, women still make up most of the student body. Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 5 25.0% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,087
84	University of Saint Joseph	Cross Country	3	79.64	1,070 – 1,280	27558	52053	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, CT The University of Saint Joseph was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1932 as an all women’s school – it only started accepting men in 2018. The 84-acre campus is well known for its Georgian brick architecture. Undergraduates enjoy a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 3 62.5% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,053
85	Colby-Sawyer College	Baseball	0	89.98	890 – 1,090	26483	37935	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Colby-Sawyer College New London, NH Colby-Sawyer College was founded in 1837. Originally called the New London Academy, the school underwent a number of name changes, arriving at its current moniker in 1975....Read more Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $26,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,935
86	College of Our Lady of the Elms	Baseball	0	88.82	1,150 – 1,320	22311	54087	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference College of Our Lady of the Elms Chicopee, MA Also known simply as Elms College, College of Our Lady of the Elms has a Latin motto: “Viam Veritatis Elegi” – “I have chosen the way of truth.” It opened as a preparatory academy for women in 1897. Although the school started admitting men in 1998, women still make up most of the student body. Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,087
87	College of Our Lady of the Elms	Golf	0	88.82	1,150 – 1,320	22311	54087	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference College of Our Lady of the Elms Chicopee, MA Also known simply as Elms College, College of Our Lady of the Elms has a Latin motto: “Viam Veritatis Elegi” – “I have chosen the way of truth.” It opened as a preparatory academy for women in 1897. Although the school started admitting men in 1998, women still make up most of the student body. Sport Golf # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,087
88	Emmanuel College	Golf	0	75.65	1,180 – 1,340	33214	50180	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Emmanuel College Boston, MA Found in Boston, Emmanuel College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students at Emmanuel College currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $33,214 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,180
89	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Baseball	0	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
90	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Wrestling	0	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
91	Lasell University	Baseball	0	92.7	1,020 – 1,260	28477	45468	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Lasell University Newton, MA Lasell University was founded as a women’s seminary in 1851 and although it became coeducational in 1997, women still make up most of the student body. The school’s motto is “Ignorant of Defeat.” 100% receive grant aid, averaging $34,921 each, and students can earn up to a Master's degree. Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,468
92	Mitchell College	Baseball	0	73.36	700 – 930	31760	35330	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Mitchell College New London, CT Based in New London, Mitchell College’s acceptance rate is 73%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 700 – 930 Avg. Net Price $31,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,330
93	Mitchell College	Golf	0	73.36	700 – 930	31760	35330	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Mitchell College New London, CT Based in New London, Mitchell College’s acceptance rate is 73%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 700 – 930 Avg. Net Price $31,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,330
94	Regis College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	90.09	860 – 1,070	30212	56223	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Regis College Weston, MA Regis College was founded as a women’s school by the Roman Catholic Sisters of St. Joseph. It started accepting men in 2007. Regis offers up to Doctor's degrees, with 31 available programs and majors. There are currently more graduates than undergraduates attending. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $30,212 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,223
95	Rivier University	Baseball	0	81.76	1,010 – 1,110	28227	54599	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Rivier University Nashua, NH Rivier University is named after its founder, Anne-Marie Rivier. Opened in 1933 as a Catholic women’s college, it admitted men starting in 1991 and became a university in 2012. Nursing Science, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are popular programs. Rivier’s motto is “Higher and Better” – or “Altiora et Meliora” in Latin. Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $28,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,599
96	Saint Joseph's College of Maine	Baseball	0	81.72	960 – 1,150	28268	52884	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, ME Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is located on the shore of Sebago Lake. 336 athletes, known as the Monks, compete in Basketball, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), and Lacrosse, among others. 99% of students receive grant aid, averaging $29,900 each. Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,884
97	Saint Joseph's College of Maine	Golf	0	81.72	960 – 1,150	28268	52884	#97 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, ME Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is located on the shore of Sebago Lake. 336 athletes, known as the Monks, compete in Basketball, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), and Lacrosse, among others. 99% of students receive grant aid, averaging $29,900 each. Sport Golf # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,884
98	University of Saint Joseph	Baseball	0	79.64	1,070 – 1,280	27558	52053	#98 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, CT The University of Saint Joseph was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1932 as an all women’s school – it only started accepting men in 2018. The 84-acre campus is well known for its Georgian brick architecture. Undergraduates enjoy a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,053

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

68 30.8%

75.7%

1,180 – 1,340

$33,214

$50,180

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

40 37.9%

81.7%

960 – 1,150

$28,268

$52,884

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

35

92.7%

1,020 – 1,260

$28,477

$45,468

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference

Soccer

31 6.1%

88.4%

920 – 1,180

$33,480

$35,802

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

30 34.8%

90.0%

890 – 1,090

$26,483

$37,935

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference

Track and Field (Outdoor)

30

90.1%

860 – 1,070

$30,212

$56,223

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference

Soccer

29 3.6%

88.8%

1,150 – 1,320

$22,311

$54,087

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference

Soccer

29 61.1%

81.8%

1,010 – 1,110

$28,227

$54,599

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference

Ice Hockey

28 21.7%

81.8%

1,010 – 1,110

$28,227

$54,599

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference

Soccer

27

92.7%

1,020 – 1,260

$28,477

$45,468

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Great Northeast Athletic Conference

Soccer

27

81.7%

960 – 1,150

$28,268

$52,884

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