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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	Cornell University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	167	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 167 0.6% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
2	Columbia University in the City of New York	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	151	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 151 4.9% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
3	Brown University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	150	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 150 2.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
4	University of Pennsylvania	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	150	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 150 20.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
5	Princeton University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	135	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 135 2.3% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
6	Yale University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	132	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 132 0.8% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
7	Harvard University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	123	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 123 0.8% Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
8	Dartmouth College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	122	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 122 9.6% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
9	Princeton University	Rowing	97	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 97 2.1% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
10	Harvard University	Rowing	74	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 74 14.9% Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
11	Dartmouth College	Rowing	62	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 62 31.9% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
12	University of Pennsylvania	Rowing	53	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 53 8.6% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
13	Columbia University in the City of New York	Rowing	51	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 51 7.3% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
14	Brown University	Rowing	49	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 49 8.9% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
15	Brown University	Lacrosse	45	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 45 21.6% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
16	Cornell University	Rowing	45	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 45 8.2% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
17	Yale University	Rowing	44	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 44 21.4% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
18	Cornell University	Fencing	40	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Fencing # of Female Athletes 40 14.9% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
19	Cornell University	Lacrosse	39	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 39 8.3% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
20	University of Pennsylvania	Lacrosse	39	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 39 18.2% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
21	Columbia University in the City of New York	Swimming and Diving (combined)	38	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 38 Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
22	Yale University	Lacrosse	38	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 38 8.6% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
23	Brown University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	37	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 37 8.8% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
24	Dartmouth College	Lacrosse	36	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 36 12.5% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
25	Harvard University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	35	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 35 Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
26	Harvard University	Other Sports	35	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 35 2.9% Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
27	Dartmouth College	Other Sports	34	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 34 3.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
28	Princeton University	Lacrosse	34	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 34 3.0% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
29	Princeton University	Other Sports	34	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 34 36.0% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
30	Cornell University	Soccer	33	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 2.9% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
31	Brown University	Soccer	32	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 3.2% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
32	University of Pennsylvania	Swimming and Diving (combined)	32	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 32 5.9% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
33	Yale University	Soccer	32	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 10.3% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
34	Columbia University in the City of New York	Soccer	31	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 11.4% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
35	Cornell University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	31	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 31 6.9% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
36	Cornell University	Other Sports	31	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 31 6.1% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
37	Princeton University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	31	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 31 19.2% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
38	Brown University	Other Sports	30	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 30 20.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
39	Columbia University in the City of New York	Lacrosse	29	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 29 14.7% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
40	Harvard University	Lacrosse	29	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 29 9.4% Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
41	University of Pennsylvania	Soccer	29	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 29 3.3% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
42	Yale University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	29	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 29 9.4% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
43	Harvard University	Soccer	28	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 28 3.7% Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
44	Yale University	Ice Hockey	28	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Ice Hockey # of Female Athletes 28 15.2% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
45	Cornell University	Field Hockey	27	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 27 10.0% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
46	Cornell University	Gymnastics	27	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Gymnastics # of Female Athletes 27 3.8% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
47	Cornell University	Ice Hockey	27	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Ice Hockey # of Female Athletes 27 Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
48	Cornell University	Equestrian	27	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Equestrian # of Female Athletes 27 Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
49	Dartmouth College	Soccer	27	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 27 3.8% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
50	Harvard University	Sailing	27	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Sailing # of Female Athletes 27 12.5% Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
51	Princeton University	Ice Hockey	27	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Ice Hockey # of Female Athletes 27 8.0% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
52	Princeton University	Soccer	27	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 27 3.8% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
53	Columbia University in the City of New York	Fencing	26	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Fencing # of Female Athletes 26 16.1% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
54	Harvard University	Field Hockey	26	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 26 Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
55	Brown University	Ice Hockey	25	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Ice Hockey # of Female Athletes 25 13.6% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
56	Brown University	Water Polo	25	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Female Athletes 25 7.4% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
57	Dartmouth College	Field Hockey	25	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 25 19.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
58	Brown University	Sailing	24	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Sailing # of Female Athletes 24 4.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
59	Dartmouth College	Skiing	24	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Skiing # of Female Athletes 24 20.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
60	Dartmouth College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	24	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 24 60.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
61	University of Pennsylvania	Basketball	24	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 24 33.3% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
62	University of Pennsylvania	Gymnastics	24	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Gymnastics # of Female Athletes 24 4.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
63	Yale University	Sailing	24	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Sailing # of Female Athletes 24 4.3% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
64	Brown University	Field Hockey	23	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 23 4.5% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
65	Dartmouth College	Ice Hockey	23	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Ice Hockey # of Female Athletes 23 4.2% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
66	Harvard University	Ice Hockey	23	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Ice Hockey # of Female Athletes 23 Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
67	University of Pennsylvania	Fencing	23	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Fencing # of Female Athletes 23 4.5% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
68	Yale University	Field Hockey	23	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 23 8.0% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
69	Yale University	Softball	23	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 23 15.0% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
70	Brown University	Equestrian	22	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Equestrian # of Female Athletes 22 15.4% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
71	Columbia University in the City of New York	Volleyball	22	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 22 8.3% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
72	Cornell University	Volleyball	22	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 22 15.8% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
73	University of Pennsylvania	Field Hockey	22	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 22 12.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
74	University of Pennsylvania	Softball	22	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 22 10.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
75	Princeton University	Field Hockey	21	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 21 22.2% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
76	Brown University	Gymnastics	20	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Gymnastics # of Female Athletes 20 4.8% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
77	Brown University	Softball	20	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 20 13.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
78	Dartmouth College	Volleyball	20	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 20 11.1% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
79	Harvard University	Softball	20	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 20 23.1% Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
80	Brown University	Volleyball	19	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 19 5.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
81	Columbia University in the City of New York	Softball	19	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 19 5.0% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
82	Harvard University	Volleyball	19	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 19 11.8% Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
83	Princeton University	Softball	19	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 19 Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
84	Yale University	Volleyball	19	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 19 Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
85	Harvard University	Water Polo	18	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Water Polo # of Female Athletes 18 10.0% Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
86	Princeton University	Squash	18	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Squash # of Female Athletes 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
87	Cornell University	Basketball	17	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 17 5.6% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
88	Cornell University	Softball	17	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 17 10.5% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
89	Princeton University	Basketball	17	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 17 13.3% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
90	Princeton University	Water Polo	17	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Water Polo # of Female Athletes 17 26.1% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
91	University of Pennsylvania	Squash	17	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Squash # of Female Athletes 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
92	University of Pennsylvania	Volleyball	17	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 17 5.6% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
93	Columbia University in the City of New York	Basketball	16	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
94	Cornell University	Sailing	16	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Sailing # of Female Athletes 16 15.8% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
95	Dartmouth College	Basketball	16	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 16 20.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
96	Yale University	Gymnastics	16	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Gymnastics # of Female Athletes 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
97	Brown University	Basketball	15	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#97 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 25.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
98	Columbia University in the City of New York	Field Hockey	15	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#98 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 15 34.8% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
99	Columbia University in the City of New York	Squash	15	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#99 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Squash # of Female Athletes 15 16.7% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
100	Dartmouth College	Softball	15	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#100 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
101	Princeton University	Volleyball	15	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#101 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
102	Brown University	Fencing	14	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#102 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Fencing # of Female Athletes 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
103	Columbia University in the City of New York	Tennis	14	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#103 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 14 Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
104	Cornell University	Squash	14	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#104 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Squash # of Female Athletes 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
105	Dartmouth College	Equestrian	14	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#105 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Equestrian # of Female Athletes 14 Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
106	Yale University	Fencing	14	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#106 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Fencing # of Female Athletes 14 12.5% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
107	Columbia University in the City of New York	Archery	13	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#107 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Archery # of Female Athletes 13 Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
108	Dartmouth College	Squash	13	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#108 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Squash # of Female Athletes 13 8.3% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
109	Harvard University	Squash	13	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#109 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Squash # of Female Athletes 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
110	Harvard University	Tennis	13	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#110 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 13 18.2% Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
111	Princeton University	Fencing	13	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#111 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Fencing # of Female Athletes 13 23.5% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
112	Yale University	Basketball	13	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#112 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
113	Yale University	Squash	13	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#113 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Squash # of Female Athletes 13 Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
114	Brown University	Tennis	12	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#114 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 12 33.3% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
115	Harvard University	Basketball	12	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#115 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 12 20.0% Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
116	Harvard University	Skiing	12	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#116 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Skiing # of Female Athletes 12 Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
117	Harvard University	Fencing	11	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#117 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Fencing # of Female Athletes 11 26.7% Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
118	Cornell University	Tennis	10	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#118 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
119	Dartmouth College	Golf	10	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#119 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 10 25.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
120	Dartmouth College	Tennis	10	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#120 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 10 16.7% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
121	Princeton University	Tennis	9	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#121 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
122	University of Pennsylvania	Tennis	9	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#122 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 9 18.2% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
123	Yale University	Golf	9	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#123 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
124	Columbia University in the City of New York	Golf	8	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#124 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
125	Harvard University	Golf	8	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#125 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
126	Yale University	Tennis	8	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#126 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 8 20.0% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
127	Princeton University	Golf	6	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#127 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 6 14.3% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
128	University of Pennsylvania	Golf	6	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#128 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 6 25.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

167 0.6%

8.4%

1,490 – 1,570

$26,455

$87,830

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

151 4.9%

3.9%

1,510 – 1,590

$20,869

$88,535

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

150 2.0%

5.4%

1,510 – 1,570

$26,608

$79,131

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

150 20.0%

5.4%

1,500 – 1,570

$26,017

$90,555

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

135 2.3%

4.6%

1,510 – 1,570

$19,811

$87,815

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

132 0.8%

3.9%

1,470 – 1,570

$26,044

$81,765

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

123 0.8%

3.7%

1,510 – 1,590

$17,900

$99,572

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

122 9.6%

5.4%

1,500 – 1,580

$17,322

$82,541

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group

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97 2.1%

4.6%

1,510 – 1,570

$19,811

$87,815

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group

Rowing

74 14.9%

3.7%

1,510 – 1,590

$17,900

$99,572

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Ivy Group

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5.4%

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$17,322

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