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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	Western Carolina University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	101	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 101 31.2% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
2	Samford University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	99	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 99 2.1% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
3	Wofford College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	86	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 86 Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
4	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	64	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 64 8.6% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
5	Furman University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	60	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 60 Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
6	East Tennessee State University	Track and Field (Indoor)	53	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 53 17.8% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
7	East Tennessee State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	53	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 53 17.8% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
8	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	47	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 47 4.1% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
9	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	44	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 44 12.8% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
10	Mercer University	Lacrosse	41	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 41 14.6% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
11	Furman University	Soccer	33	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 17.9% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
12	Samford University	Soccer	33	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 15.4% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
13	Wofford College	Soccer	33	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 10.0% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
14	Western Carolina University	Soccer	31	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
15	East Tennessee State University	Cross Country	29	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 29 107.1% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
16	Furman University	Lacrosse	29	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 29 20.8% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
17	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Soccer	29	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 29 11.5% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
18	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Soccer	27	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 27 10.0% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
19	Wofford College	Lacrosse	27	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 27 3.6% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
20	East Tennessee State University	Soccer	26	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 26 7.1% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
21	East Tennessee State University	Softball	24	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 24 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
22	Furman University	Softball	24	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 24 Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
23	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Softball	24	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 24 9.1% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
24	Mercer University	Soccer	23	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 23 4.2% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
25	Mercer University	Softball	23	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 23 15.0% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
26	Mercer University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	23	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 23 9.5% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
27	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Softball	23	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 23 9.5% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
28	Wofford College	Softball	23	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 23 155.6% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
29	Samford University	Softball	21	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 21 Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
30	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Soccer	21	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 21 4.5% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
31	East Tennessee State University	Volleyball	19	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 19 5.0% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
32	Wofford College	Volleyball	19	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 19 9.5% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
33	Furman University	Volleyball	18	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 18 10.0% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
34	Western Carolina University	Volleyball	17	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 17 10.5% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
35	Mercer University	Volleyball	16	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 16 23.1% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
36	Mercer University	Beach Volleyball	16	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball # of Female Athletes 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
37	Samford University	Volleyball	16	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
38	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Volleyball	16	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
39	Western Carolina University	Softball	16	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 16 27.3% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
40	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Volleyball	15	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
41	Furman University	Basketball	15	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
42	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Basketball	15	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
43	Western Carolina University	Basketball	15	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
44	East Tennessee State University	Basketball	14	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 14 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
45	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Volleyball	14	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 14 12.5% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
46	Mercer University	Basketball	13	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
47	Samford University	Basketball	13	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
48	Wofford College	Basketball	13	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 13 8.3% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
49	Samford University	Tennis	12	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 12 33.3% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
50	East Tennessee State University	Other Sports	11	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
51	Mercer University	Cross Country	11	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 11 26.7% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
52	Samford University	Golf	11	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
53	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Basketball	11	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 11 8.3% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
54	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Tennis	11	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
55	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Beach Volleyball	10	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball # of Female Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
56	East Tennessee State University	Golf	9	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 9 12.5% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
57	Mercer University	Tennis	9	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
58	Wofford College	Tennis	9	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 9 12.5% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
59	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Golf	8	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
60	Furman University	Tennis	8	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
61	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Golf	8	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
62	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Tennis	8	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
63	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Golf	8	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 8 20.0% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
64	Western Carolina University	Tennis	8	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
65	East Tennessee State University	Tennis	7	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 7 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
66	Furman University	Golf	7	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 7 16.7% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
67	Mercer University	Golf	7	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 7 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
68	Wofford College	Golf	7	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 7 22.2% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
69	Western Carolina University	Golf	6	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 6 33.3% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
70	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Rifle	5	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Rifle # of Female Athletes 5 16.7% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
71	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Baseball	0	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
72	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Basketball	0	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
73	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Football	0	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
74	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Tennis	0	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
75	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Wrestling	0	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
76	East Tennessee State University	Baseball	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
77	East Tennessee State University	Football	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
78	Furman University	Football	0	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
79	Mercer University	Baseball	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
80	Mercer University	Football	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
81	Samford University	Baseball	0	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
82	Samford University	Football	0	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
83	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Football	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
84	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Cross Country	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
85	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Wrestling	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
86	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Baseball	0	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
87	Western Carolina University	Baseball	0	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
88	Western Carolina University	Football	0	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
89	Wofford College	Baseball	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Baseball # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
90	Wofford College	Football	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Football # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
91	Wofford College	Rifle	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Rifle # of Female Athletes -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076

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$32,176

$49,466

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

86

51.9%

1,240 – 1,370

$31,061

$52,076

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

64 8.6%

92.8%

1,100 – 1,290

$21,041

$60,168

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

60

43.0%

1,290 – 1,430

$32,901

$50,796

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference

Track and Field (Indoor)

53 17.8%

87.1%

1,010 – 1,240

$16,033

$38,704

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference

Track and Field (Outdoor)

53 17.8%

87.1%

1,010 – 1,240

$16,033

$38,704

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

47 4.1%

88.5%

1,120 – 1,290

$10,592

$39,869

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

44 12.8%

77.0%

1,040 – 1,210

$13,801

$42,209

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference

Lacrosse

41 14.6%

68.9%

1,180 – 1,370

$24,197

$50,231

2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes – Southern Conference

Soccer

33 17.9%

43.0%

1,290 – 1,430

$32,901

$50,796

101
31.2%

99
2.1%

64
8.6%

53
17.8%

53
17.8%

47
4.1%

44
12.8%

41
14.6%

33
17.9%

33
15.4%

33
10.0%

29
107.1%

29
20.8%

29
11.5%

27
10.0%