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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	Central Michigan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	132	89.82	980 – 1,210	15826	46567	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Central Michigan University is a NCAA Division I-FBS school, and the Chippewas compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student athletes can receive scholarships, $13,796 on average, and the school offers institutional grant aid to about 95% of students. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 132 10.0% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
2	University of Toledo	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	123	92.02	1,040 – 1,280	17927	44162	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University of Toledo Toledo, OH Located in Toledo, the University of Toledo’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 82% of students at the University of Toledo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 123 3.1% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,927 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,162
3	Eastern Michigan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	118	79.64	930 – 1,180	17388	43148	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 118 4.4% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
4	Miami University-Oxford	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	117	75.4	1,220 – 1,380	27928	49773	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH Miami University, Oxford’s motto is “Prodesse Quam Conspici”, or “To accomplish without being conspicuous.” It’s one of the oldest public universities in the United States. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, most of Miami’s athletes, the RedHawks, compete in the Mid-American Conference. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 117 Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
5	University at Buffalo	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	116	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20511	53742	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, the University at Buffalo accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 68% of students attending the University at Buffalo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 116 10.5% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
6	Kent State University at Kent	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	106	86.34	990 – 1,220	20333	40179	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH Located in Kent, Kent State University at Kent accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 106 17.8% Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
7	Ohio University-Main Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	103	85.17	1,110 – 1,310	20550	48991	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH Located in Athens, Ohio University-Main Campus accepts 85% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 103 19.8% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
8	University of Akron Main Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	100	59.67	930 – 1,210	15292	42269	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH Based in Akron, the University of Akron Main Campus accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students attending the University of Akron Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 22% of students will......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 100 44.9% Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
9	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	92	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	20987	41281	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 92 1.1% Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
10	Western Michigan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	79	84.6	980 – 1,230	20183	45356	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI There are 395 student athletes, known as Broncos, at Western Michigan University, a NCAA Division I-FBS school. They compete in the Mid-American Conference. WMU has an 81% first year retention rate and 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many undergraduates major in Finance, General. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 79 97.5% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,356
11	Ball State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	71	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13017	44394	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 71 20.2% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
12	Eastern Michigan University	Rowing	52	79.64	930 – 1,180	17388	43148	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 52 10.3% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
13	Miami University-Oxford	Swimming and Diving (combined)	46	75.4	1,220 – 1,380	27928	49773	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH Miami University, Oxford’s motto is “Prodesse Quam Conspici”, or “To accomplish without being conspicuous.” It’s one of the oldest public universities in the United States. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, most of Miami’s athletes, the RedHawks, compete in the Mid-American Conference. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 46 4.5% Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
14	Ohio University-Main Campus	Swimming and Diving (combined)	42	85.17	1,110 – 1,310	20550	48991	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH Located in Athens, Ohio University-Main Campus accepts 85% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 42 20.0% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
15	Eastern Michigan University	Lacrosse	41	79.64	930 – 1,180	17388	43148	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 41 17.1% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
16	Miami University-Oxford	Other Sports	41	75.4	1,220 – 1,380	27928	49773	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH Miami University, Oxford’s motto is “Prodesse Quam Conspici”, or “To accomplish without being conspicuous.” It’s one of the oldest public universities in the United States. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, most of Miami’s athletes, the RedHawks, compete in the Mid-American Conference. Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 41 5.1% Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
17	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	Swimming and Diving (combined)	39	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	20987	41281	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 39 5.4% Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
18	Miami University-Oxford	Soccer	38	75.4	1,220 – 1,380	27928	49773	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH Miami University, Oxford’s motto is “Prodesse Quam Conspici”, or “To accomplish without being conspicuous.” It’s one of the oldest public universities in the United States. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, most of Miami’s athletes, the RedHawks, compete in the Mid-American Conference. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 38 2.6% Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
19	Central Michigan University	Lacrosse	36	89.82	980 – 1,210	15826	46567	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Central Michigan University is a NCAA Division I-FBS school, and the Chippewas compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student athletes can receive scholarships, $13,796 on average, and the school offers institutional grant aid to about 95% of students. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 36 2.9% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
20	Central Michigan University	Soccer	34	89.82	980 – 1,210	15826	46567	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Central Michigan University is a NCAA Division I-FBS school, and the Chippewas compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student athletes can receive scholarships, $13,796 on average, and the school offers institutional grant aid to about 95% of students. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 34 13.3% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
21	Kent State University at Kent	Lacrosse	34	86.34	990 – 1,220	20333	40179	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH Located in Kent, Kent State University at Kent accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 34 17.2% Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
22	University of Akron Main Campus	Lacrosse	34	59.67	930 – 1,210	15292	42269	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH Based in Akron, the University of Akron Main Campus accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students attending the University of Akron Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 22% of students will......Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 34 5.6% Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
23	Miami University-Oxford	Field Hockey	33	75.4	1,220 – 1,380	27928	49773	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH Miami University, Oxford’s motto is “Prodesse Quam Conspici”, or “To accomplish without being conspicuous.” It’s one of the oldest public universities in the United States. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, most of Miami’s athletes, the RedHawks, compete in the Mid-American Conference. Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 33 26.9% Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
24	Northern Illinois University	Track and Field (Indoor)	32	69.79	960 – 1,180	13533	46113	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Northern Illinois University opened in 1895 as the Northern Illinois State School. The 756-acre campus is home to Altgeld Hall, which looks like a castle. Popular areas of study include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 32 5.9% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
25	University of Toledo	Soccer	32	92.02	1,040 – 1,280	17927	44162	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University of Toledo Toledo, OH Located in Toledo, the University of Toledo’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 82% of students at the University of Toledo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 32 14.3% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,927 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,162
26	Eastern Michigan University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	31	79.64	930 – 1,180	17388	43148	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 31 Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
27	Ohio University-Main Campus	Soccer	31	85.17	1,110 – 1,310	20550	48991	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH Located in Athens, Ohio University-Main Campus accepts 85% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 10.7% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
28	University of Akron Main Campus	Swimming and Diving (combined)	31	59.67	930 – 1,210	15292	42269	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH Based in Akron, the University of Akron Main Campus accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students attending the University of Akron Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 22% of students will......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 31 14.8% Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
29	University of Toledo	Swimming and Diving (combined)	31	92.02	1,040 – 1,280	17927	44162	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University of Toledo Toledo, OH Located in Toledo, the University of Toledo’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 82% of students at the University of Toledo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 31 Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,927 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,162
30	Western Michigan University	Soccer	31	84.6	980 – 1,230	20183	45356	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI There are 395 student athletes, known as Broncos, at Western Michigan University, a NCAA Division I-FBS school. They compete in the Mid-American Conference. WMU has an 81% first year retention rate and 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many undergraduates major in Finance, General. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 18.4% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,356
31	Ball State University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	30	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13017	44394	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 30 3.2% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
32	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	Soccer	30	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	20987	41281	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 3.4% Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
33	Eastern Michigan University	Soccer	30	79.64	930 – 1,180	17388	43148	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 25.0% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
34	Kent State University at Kent	Soccer	30	86.34	990 – 1,220	20333	40179	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH Located in Kent, Kent State University at Kent accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 3.4% Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
35	Northern Illinois University	Soccer	30	69.79	960 – 1,180	13533	46113	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Northern Illinois University opened in 1895 as the Northern Illinois State School. The 756-acre campus is home to Altgeld Hall, which looks like a castle. Popular areas of study include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 20.0% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
36	Northern Illinois University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	30	69.79	960 – 1,180	13533	46113	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Northern Illinois University opened in 1895 as the Northern Illinois State School. The 756-acre campus is home to Altgeld Hall, which looks like a castle. Popular areas of study include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 30 11.8% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
37	University of Akron Main Campus	Soccer	30	59.67	930 – 1,210	15292	42269	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH Based in Akron, the University of Akron Main Campus accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students attending the University of Akron Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 22% of students will......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
38	Ball State University	Softball	29	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13017	44394	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 29 11.5% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
39	Northern Illinois University	Softball	29	69.79	960 – 1,180	13533	46113	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Northern Illinois University opened in 1895 as the Northern Illinois State School. The 756-acre campus is home to Altgeld Hall, which looks like a castle. Popular areas of study include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 29 16.0% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
40	University at Buffalo	Swimming and Diving (combined)	29	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20511	53742	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, the University at Buffalo accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 68% of students attending the University at Buffalo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 29 3.3% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
41	University at Buffalo	Soccer	28	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20511	53742	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, the University at Buffalo accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 68% of students attending the University at Buffalo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 28 3.7% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
42	University of Toledo	Softball	28	92.02	1,040 – 1,280	17927	44162	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University of Toledo Toledo, OH Located in Toledo, the University of Toledo’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 82% of students at the University of Toledo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 28 3.4% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,927 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,162
43	Ball State University	Soccer	27	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13017	44394	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 27 Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
44	Central Michigan University	Softball	27	89.82	980 – 1,210	15826	46567	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Central Michigan University is a NCAA Division I-FBS school, and the Chippewas compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student athletes can receive scholarships, $13,796 on average, and the school offers institutional grant aid to about 95% of students. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 27 10.0% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
45	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	Gymnastics	26	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	20987	41281	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Sport Gymnastics # of Female Athletes 26 8.3% Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
46	Central Michigan University	Field Hockey	26	89.82	980 – 1,210	15826	46567	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Central Michigan University is a NCAA Division I-FBS school, and the Chippewas compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student athletes can receive scholarships, $13,796 on average, and the school offers institutional grant aid to about 95% of students. Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 26 4.0% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
47	Kent State University at Kent	Field Hockey	26	86.34	990 – 1,220	20333	40179	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH Located in Kent, Kent State University at Kent accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 26 4.0% Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
48	Western Michigan University	Softball	26	84.6	980 – 1,230	20183	45356	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI There are 395 student athletes, known as Broncos, at Western Michigan University, a NCAA Division I-FBS school. They compete in the Mid-American Conference. WMU has an 81% first year retention rate and 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many undergraduates major in Finance, General. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 26 Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,356
49	Ball State University	Field Hockey	25	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13017	44394	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 25 3.8% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
50	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	Softball	25	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	20987	41281	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 25 8.7% Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
51	Kent State University at Kent	Gymnastics	24	86.34	990 – 1,220	20333	40179	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH Located in Kent, Kent State University at Kent accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Gymnastics # of Female Athletes 24 4.3% Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
52	Kent State University at Kent	Softball	24	86.34	990 – 1,220	20333	40179	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH Located in Kent, Kent State University at Kent accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 24 7.7% Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
53	Northern Illinois University	Gymnastics	24	69.79	960 – 1,180	13533	46113	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Northern Illinois University opened in 1895 as the Northern Illinois State School. The 756-acre campus is home to Altgeld Hall, which looks like a castle. Popular areas of study include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Gymnastics # of Female Athletes 24 4.3% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
54	Eastern Michigan University	Gymnastics	23	79.64	930 – 1,180	17388	43148	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Sport Gymnastics # of Female Athletes 23 15.0% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
55	Miami University-Oxford	Softball	23	75.4	1,220 – 1,380	27928	49773	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH Miami University, Oxford’s motto is “Prodesse Quam Conspici”, or “To accomplish without being conspicuous.” It’s one of the oldest public universities in the United States. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, most of Miami’s athletes, the RedHawks, compete in the Mid-American Conference. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 23 9.5% Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
56	University of Akron Main Campus	Softball	23	59.67	930 – 1,210	15292	42269	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH Based in Akron, the University of Akron Main Campus accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students attending the University of Akron Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 22% of students will......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 23 11.5% Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
57	University of Toledo	Basketball	23	92.02	1,040 – 1,280	17927	44162	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University of Toledo Toledo, OH Located in Toledo, the University of Toledo’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 82% of students at the University of Toledo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 23 23.3% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,927 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,162
58	Ohio University-Main Campus	Field Hockey	22	85.17	1,110 – 1,310	20550	48991	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH Located in Athens, Ohio University-Main Campus accepts 85% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 22 10.0% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
59	Western Michigan University	Gymnastics	22	84.6	980 – 1,230	20183	45356	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI There are 395 student athletes, known as Broncos, at Western Michigan University, a NCAA Division I-FBS school. They compete in the Mid-American Conference. WMU has an 81% first year retention rate and 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many undergraduates major in Finance, General. Sport Gymnastics # of Female Athletes 22 15.8% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,356
60	Miami University-Oxford	Basketball	21	75.4	1,220 – 1,380	27928	49773	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH Miami University, Oxford’s motto is “Prodesse Quam Conspici”, or “To accomplish without being conspicuous.” It’s one of the oldest public universities in the United States. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, most of Miami’s athletes, the RedHawks, compete in the Mid-American Conference. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 21 19.2% Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
61	Eastern Michigan University	Basketball	20	79.64	930 – 1,180	17388	43148	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 20 17.6% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
62	Miami University-Oxford	Volleyball	20	75.4	1,220 – 1,380	27928	49773	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH Miami University, Oxford’s motto is “Prodesse Quam Conspici”, or “To accomplish without being conspicuous.” It’s one of the oldest public universities in the United States. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, most of Miami’s athletes, the RedHawks, compete in the Mid-American Conference. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 20 13.0% Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
63	University at Buffalo	Softball	20	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20511	53742	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, the University at Buffalo accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 68% of students attending the University at Buffalo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 20 20.0% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
64	Ball State University	Gymnastics	19	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13017	44394	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Gymnastics # of Female Athletes 19 Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
65	Central Michigan University	Gymnastics	19	89.82	980 – 1,210	15826	46567	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Central Michigan University is a NCAA Division I-FBS school, and the Chippewas compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student athletes can receive scholarships, $13,796 on average, and the school offers institutional grant aid to about 95% of students. Sport Gymnastics # of Female Athletes 19 9.5% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
66	Eastern Michigan University	Volleyball	19	79.64	930 – 1,180	17388	43148	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 19 18.8% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
67	Ohio University-Main Campus	Softball	19	85.17	1,110 – 1,310	20550	48991	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH Located in Athens, Ohio University-Main Campus accepts 85% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 19 5.0% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
68	Ohio University-Main Campus	Volleyball	19	85.17	1,110 – 1,310	20550	48991	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH Located in Athens, Ohio University-Main Campus accepts 85% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 19 5.6% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
69	University of Toledo	Volleyball	19	92.02	1,040 – 1,280	17927	44162	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University of Toledo Toledo, OH Located in Toledo, the University of Toledo’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 82% of students at the University of Toledo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 19 18.8% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,927 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,162
70	Ball State University	Volleyball	18	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13017	44394	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
71	Central Michigan University	Volleyball	18	89.82	980 – 1,210	15826	46567	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Central Michigan University is a NCAA Division I-FBS school, and the Chippewas compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student athletes can receive scholarships, $13,796 on average, and the school offers institutional grant aid to about 95% of students. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
72	Ohio University-Main Campus	Basketball	17	85.17	1,110 – 1,310	20550	48991	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH Located in Athens, Ohio University-Main Campus accepts 85% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 17 21.4% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
73	University of Akron Main Campus	Volleyball	17	59.67	930 – 1,210	15292	42269	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH Based in Akron, the University of Akron Main Campus accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students attending the University of Akron Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 22% of students will......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
74	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	Volleyball	16	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	20987	41281	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 16 Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
75	Kent State University at Kent	Volleyball	16	86.34	990 – 1,220	20333	40179	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH Located in Kent, Kent State University at Kent accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 16 11.1% Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
76	Northern Illinois University	Volleyball	16	69.79	960 – 1,180	13533	46113	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Northern Illinois University opened in 1895 as the Northern Illinois State School. The 756-acre campus is home to Altgeld Hall, which looks like a castle. Popular areas of study include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
77	University at Buffalo	Volleyball	16	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20511	53742	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, the University at Buffalo accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 68% of students attending the University at Buffalo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 16 Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
78	Central Michigan University	Basketball	15	89.82	980 – 1,210	15826	46567	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Central Michigan University is a NCAA Division I-FBS school, and the Chippewas compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student athletes can receive scholarships, $13,796 on average, and the school offers institutional grant aid to about 95% of students. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
79	University at Buffalo	Basketball	15	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20511	53742	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, the University at Buffalo accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 68% of students attending the University at Buffalo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 25.0% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
80	Western Michigan University	Basketball	15	84.6	980 – 1,230	20183	45356	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI There are 395 student athletes, known as Broncos, at Western Michigan University, a NCAA Division I-FBS school. They compete in the Mid-American Conference. WMU has an 81% first year retention rate and 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many undergraduates major in Finance, General. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,356
81	Western Michigan University	Volleyball	15	84.6	980 – 1,230	20183	45356	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI There are 395 student athletes, known as Broncos, at Western Michigan University, a NCAA Division I-FBS school. They compete in the Mid-American Conference. WMU has an 81% first year retention rate and 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many undergraduates major in Finance, General. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 15 11.8% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,356
82	Ball State University	Basketball	14	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13017	44394	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 14 16.7% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
83	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	Basketball	14	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	20987	41281	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
84	Kent State University at Kent	Basketball	14	86.34	990 – 1,220	20333	40179	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH Located in Kent, Kent State University at Kent accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 14 26.3% Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
85	University of Akron Main Campus	Basketball	14	59.67	930 – 1,210	15292	42269	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH Based in Akron, the University of Akron Main Campus accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students attending the University of Akron Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 22% of students will......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 14 26.3% Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
86	Northern Illinois University	Basketball	13	69.79	960 – 1,180	13533	46113	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Northern Illinois University opened in 1895 as the Northern Illinois State School. The 756-acre campus is home to Altgeld Hall, which looks like a castle. Popular areas of study include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 13 13.3% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
87	Northern Illinois University	Cross Country	11	69.79	960 – 1,180	13533	46113	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Northern Illinois University opened in 1895 as the Northern Illinois State School. The 756-acre campus is home to Altgeld Hall, which looks like a castle. Popular areas of study include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 11 Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
88	Eastern Michigan University	Tennis	10	79.64	930 – 1,180	17388	43148	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 10 100.0% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
89	Miami University-Oxford	Tennis	10	75.4	1,220 – 1,380	27928	49773	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH Miami University, Oxford’s motto is “Prodesse Quam Conspici”, or “To accomplish without being conspicuous.” It’s one of the oldest public universities in the United States. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, most of Miami’s athletes, the RedHawks, compete in the Mid-American Conference. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 10 11.1% Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
90	Ball State University	Golf	9	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13017	44394	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 9 28.6% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
91	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	Golf	9	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	20987	41281	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
92	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	Tennis	9	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	20987	41281	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 9 28.6% Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
93	Central Michigan University	Golf	9	89.82	980 – 1,210	15826	46567	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Central Michigan University is a NCAA Division I-FBS school, and the Chippewas compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student athletes can receive scholarships, $13,796 on average, and the school offers institutional grant aid to about 95% of students. Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
94	Northern Illinois University	Tennis	9	69.79	960 – 1,180	13533	46113	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Northern Illinois University opened in 1895 as the Northern Illinois State School. The 756-acre campus is home to Altgeld Hall, which looks like a castle. Popular areas of study include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 9 18.2% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
95	Ohio University-Main Campus	Golf	9	85.17	1,110 – 1,310	20550	48991	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH Located in Athens, Ohio University-Main Campus accepts 85% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 9 12.5% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
96	University at Buffalo	Tennis	9	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20511	53742	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, the University at Buffalo accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 68% of students attending the University at Buffalo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
97	University of Toledo	Golf	9	92.02	1,040 – 1,280	17927	44162	#97 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University of Toledo Toledo, OH Located in Toledo, the University of Toledo’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 82% of students at the University of Toledo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,927 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,162
98	University of Toledo	Tennis	9	92.02	1,040 – 1,280	17927	44162	#98 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University of Toledo Toledo, OH Located in Toledo, the University of Toledo’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 82% of students at the University of Toledo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention......Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 9 12.5% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,927 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,162
99	Western Michigan University	Golf	9	84.6	980 – 1,230	20183	45356	#99 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI There are 395 student athletes, known as Broncos, at Western Michigan University, a NCAA Division I-FBS school. They compete in the Mid-American Conference. WMU has an 81% first year retention rate and 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many undergraduates major in Finance, General. Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,356
100	Western Michigan University	Tennis	9	84.6	980 – 1,230	20183	45356	#100 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI There are 395 student athletes, known as Broncos, at Western Michigan University, a NCAA Division I-FBS school. They compete in the Mid-American Conference. WMU has an 81% first year retention rate and 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many undergraduates major in Finance, General. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 9 12.5% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,356
101	Eastern Michigan University	Golf	8	79.64	930 – 1,180	17388	43148	#101 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 8 11.1% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
102	Kent State University at Kent	Golf	8	86.34	990 – 1,220	20333	40179	#102 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH Located in Kent, Kent State University at Kent accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
103	Ball State University	Tennis	7	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13017	44394	#103 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 7 41.7% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
104	Northern Illinois University	Golf	7	69.79	960 – 1,180	13533	46113	#104 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Northern Illinois University opened in 1895 as the Northern Illinois State School. The 756-acre campus is home to Altgeld Hall, which looks like a castle. Popular areas of study include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 7 22.2% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
105	University of Akron Main Campus	Golf	6	59.67	930 – 1,210	15292	42269	#105 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH Based in Akron, the University of Akron Main Campus accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students attending the University of Akron Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 22% of students will......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 6 Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

132 10.0%

89.8%

980 – 1,210

$15,826

$46,567

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

123 3.1%

92.0%

1,040 – 1,280

$17,927

$44,162

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

118 4.4%

79.6%

930 – 1,180

$17,388

$43,148

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

117

75.4%

1,220 – 1,380

$27,928

$49,773

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

116 10.5%

74.2%

1,220 – 1,390

$20,511

$53,742

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

106 17.8%

86.3%

990 – 1,220

$20,333

$40,179

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

103 19.8%

85.2%

1,110 – 1,310

$20,550

$48,991

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

100 44.9%

59.7%

930 – 1,210

$15,292

$42,269

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

92 1.1%

81.0%

1,010 – 1,240

$20,987

$41,281

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

79 97.5%

84.6%

980 – 1,230

$20,183

$45,356

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Mid-American Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

71 20.2%

85.5%

1,080 – 1,260

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$44,394

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