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Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa

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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	University of Iowa	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	153	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% 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 153 8.9% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
2	University of Northern Iowa	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	140	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 140 8.5% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
3	Iowa State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	104	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 104 Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
4	Northwestern College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	100	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 100 4.2% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
5	Luther College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	82	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 82 11.8% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
6	Dordt University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	80	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 80 27.0% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
7	Simpson College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	79	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 79 14.5% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
8	Drake University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	78	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 78 6.0% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
9	University of Iowa	Rowing	74	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 74 Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
10	Clarke University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	71	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 71 47.9% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
11	Morningside University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	71	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 71 2.7% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
12	Wartburg College	Track and Field (Indoor)	71	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 71 Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
13	Wartburg College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	69	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 69 1.4% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
14	Grand View University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	61	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 61 21.8% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
15	Clarke University	Soccer	58	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 58 9.4% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
16	Grand View University	Wrestling	56	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes 56 19.1% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
17	Grand View University	Soccer	50	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 50 18.0% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
18	Saint Ambrose University	Soccer	47	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 47 6.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
19	Central College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	46	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 46 14.8% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
20	Iowa State University	Soccer	46	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 46 9.8% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
21	University of Iowa	Soccer	45	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 45 8.2% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
22	Saint Ambrose University	Other Sports	44	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 44 6.4% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
23	Briar Cliff University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	43	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 43 27.1% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
24	Central College	Track and Field (Indoor)	43	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 43 18.9% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
25	Graceland University-Lamoni	Volleyball	43	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 43 14.0% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
26	Loras College	Track and Field (Indoor)	43	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 43 2.3% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
27	Mount Mercy University	Softball	43	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 43 2.4% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
28	Loras College	Soccer	42	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 42 6.7% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
29	Briar Cliff University	Softball	41	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 41 18.0% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
30	Dordt University	Soccer	41	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 41 14.6% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
31	Buena Vista University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	40	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 40 34.4% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
32	Clarke University	Softball	40	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 40 14.3% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
33	Dordt University	Softball	40	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 40 21.2% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
34	Mount Mercy University	Basketball	40	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 40 2.4% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
35	Saint Ambrose University	Track and Field (Indoor)	40	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 40 8.1% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
36	William Penn University	Soccer	40	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 40 4.8% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
37	Buena Vista University	Other Sports	39	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 39 14.7% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
38	Grand View University	Other Sports	39	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 39 2.6% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
39	Grinnell College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	38	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 38 Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
40	Grinnell College	Track and Field (Indoor)	38	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 38 8.6% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
41	Upper Iowa University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	38	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) # of Female Athletes 38 24.0% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
42	University of Dubuque	Track and Field (Indoor)	37	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 37 17.8% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
43	University of Dubuque	Track and Field (Outdoor)	37	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 37 14.0% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
44	Loras College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	36	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 36 28.0% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
45	Luther College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	36	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 36 2.7% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
46	William Penn University	Volleyball	36	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 36 28.6% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
47	Drake University	Soccer	35	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 35 20.7% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
48	Simpson College	Soccer	35	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 35 10.3% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
49	Drake University	Rowing	34	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Rowing # of Female Athletes 34 2.9% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
50	Grinnell College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	34	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 34 2.9% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
51	Luther College	Soccer	34	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 34 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
52	Saint Ambrose University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	34	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 34 6.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
53	William Penn University	Softball	34	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 34 10.5% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
54	Clarke University	Volleyball	33	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 33 83.3% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
55	Dordt University	Other Sports	33	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 33 10.0% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
56	Grand View University	Basketball	33	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 33 6.5% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
57	Grand View University	Softball	33	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 33 10.8% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
58	Morningside University	Soccer	33	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 8.3% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
59	Mount Mercy University	Soccer	33	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 33 2.9% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
60	Mount Mercy University	Volleyball	33	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 33 6.5% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
61	Saint Ambrose University	Swimming	33	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Swimming # of Female Athletes 33 Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
62	Dordt University	Cross Country	32	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 32 10.3% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
63	Northwestern College	Softball	32	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 32 5.9% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
64	Saint Ambrose University	Volleyball	32	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 32 3.2% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
65	Simpson College	Wrestling	32	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes 32 220.0% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
66	University of Dubuque	Volleyball	32	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 32 13.5% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
67	Waldorf University	Wrestling	32	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes 32 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
68	William Penn University	Wrestling	32	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes 32 18.5% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
69	Briar Cliff University	Volleyball	31	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 31 24.0% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
70	Morningside University	Volleyball	31	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 31 24.0% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
71	Northwestern College	Soccer	31	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 31 18.4% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
72	University of Northern Iowa	Basketball	31	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 31 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
73	Wartburg College	Softball	31	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 31 29.2% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
74	William Penn University	Other Sports	31	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 31 Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
75	Dordt University	Volleyball	30	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 30 14.3% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
76	Northwestern College	Volleyball	30	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 30 3.4% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
77	University of Dubuque	Soccer	30	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 30 3.4% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
78	Wartburg College	Volleyball	30	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 30 20.0% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
79	Briar Cliff University	Soccer	29	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 29 14.7% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
80	Morningside University	Softball	29	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 29 19.4% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
81	Simpson College	Basketball	29	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 29 Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
82	Simpson College	Softball	29	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 29 Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
83	University of Iowa	Swimming and Diving (combined)	29	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 29 31.8% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
84	University of Northern Iowa	Soccer	29	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 29 3.6% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
85	University of Northern Iowa	Swimming and Diving (combined)	29	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 29 12.1% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
86	Central College	Softball	28	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 28 9.7% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
87	Central College	Cross Country	28	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 28 3.7% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
88	Coe College	Softball	28	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 28 16.7% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
89	Dordt University	Basketball	28	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 28 3.7% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
90	Drake University	Basketball	28	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 28 3.7% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
91	Northwestern College	Basketball	28	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 28 7.7% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
92	University of Dubuque	Softball	28	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 28 16.7% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
93	University of Iowa	Basketball	28	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 28 7.7% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
94	University of Iowa	Wrestling	28	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes 28 64.7% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
95	Upper Iowa University	Soccer	28	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 28 27.3% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
96	William Penn University	Basketball	28	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 28 15.2% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
97	Buena Vista University	Volleyball	27	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#97 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 27 50.0% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
98	Cornell College	Softball	27	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#98 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 27 12.5% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
99	Grand View University	Volleyball	27	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#99 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 27 3.6% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
100	Saint Ambrose University	Softball	27	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#100 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 27 22.7% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
101	Simpson College	Volleyball	27	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#101 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 27 6.9% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
102	University of Iowa	Softball	27	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#102 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 27 6.9% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
103	Wartburg College	Soccer	27	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#103 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 27 6.9% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
104	Clarke University	Basketball	26	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#104 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 26 13.3% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
105	Cornell College	Volleyball	26	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#105 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 26 18.2% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
106	Graceland University-Lamoni	Softball	26	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#106 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 26 31.6% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
107	Loras College	Basketball	26	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#107 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 26 13.3% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
108	Mount Mercy University	Track and Field (Indoor)	26	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#108 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 26 10.3% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
109	Mount Mercy University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	26	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#109 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 26 13.3% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
110	Buena Vista University	Soccer	25	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#110 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 25 4.2% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
111	Central College	Volleyball	25	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#111 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 25 26.5% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
112	Iowa State University	Softball	25	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#112 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 25 16.7% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
113	Iowa State University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	25	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#113 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 25 10.7% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
114	Loras College	Softball	25	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#114 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 25 8.7% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
115	Saint Ambrose University	Lacrosse	25	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#115 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 25 10.7% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
116	University of Iowa	Field Hockey	25	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#116 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Field Hockey # of Female Athletes 25 4.2% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
117	William Penn University	Track and Field (Indoor)	25	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#117 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 25 47.1% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
118	Central College	Soccer	24	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#118 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 24 4.0% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
119	Coe College	Soccer	24	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#119 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 24 17.2% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
120	Graceland University-Lamoni	Soccer	24	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#120 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 24 11.1% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
121	Grinnell College	Soccer	24	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#121 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 24 4.3% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
122	Luther College	Basketball	24	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#122 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 24 20.0% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
123	Luther College	Softball	24	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#123 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 24 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
124	University of Iowa	Volleyball	24	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#124 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 24 Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
125	Graceland University-Lamoni	Track and Field (Indoor)	23	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#125 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 23 27.8% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
126	Loras College	Volleyball	23	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#126 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 23 14.8% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
127	Luther College	Volleyball	23	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#127 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 23 8.0% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
128	Mount Mercy University	Bowling	23	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#128 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 23 4.2% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
129	University of Dubuque	Basketball	23	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#129 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 23 8.0% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
130	University of Northern Iowa	Softball	23	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#130 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 23 8.0% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
131	Wartburg College	Cross Country	23	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#131 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 23 8.0% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
132	Buena Vista University	Softball	22	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#132 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 22 10.0% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
133	Central College	Basketball	22	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#133 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 22 Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
134	Coe College	Basketball	22	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#134 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 22 10.0% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
135	Cornell College	Track and Field (Indoor)	22	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#135 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 22 29.4% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
136	Cornell College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	22	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#136 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 22 29.4% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
137	Simpson College	Gymnastics	22	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#137 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Gymnastics # of Female Athletes 22 46.7% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
138	Upper Iowa University	Softball	22	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#138 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 22 22.2% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
139	Waldorf University	Softball	22	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#139 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 22 10.0% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
140	Wartburg College	Basketball	22	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#140 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 22 22.2% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
141	Briar Cliff University	Basketball	21	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#141 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 21 19.2% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
142	Cornell College	Basketball	21	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#142 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 21 16.7% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
143	Cornell College	Soccer	21	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#143 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 21 4.5% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
144	Drake University	Softball	21	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#144 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 21 10.5% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
145	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	Soccer	21	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#145 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 21 16.7% Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
146	Graceland University-Lamoni	Basketball	21	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#146 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 21 22.2% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
147	Mount Mercy University	Golf	21	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#147 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 21 40.0% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
148	Simpson College	Other Sports	21	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#148 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 21 8.7% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
149	University of Iowa	Gymnastics	21	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#149 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Gymnastics # of Female Athletes 21 5.0% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
150	Grinnell College	Cross Country	20	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#150 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 20 9.1% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
151	Grinnell College	Volleyball	20	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#151 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 20 17.6% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
152	Iowa State University	Gymnastics	20	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#152 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Gymnastics # of Female Athletes 20 25.9% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
153	Morningside University	Basketball	20	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#153 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 20 13.0% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
154	University of Northern Iowa	Volleyball	20	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#154 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 20 5.3% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
155	Waldorf University	Soccer	20	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#155 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Soccer # of Female Athletes 20 23.1% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
156	William Penn University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	20	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#156 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 20 11.1% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
157	Central College	Tennis	19	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#157 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 19 26.7% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
158	Drake University	Volleyball	19	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#158 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 19 11.8% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
159	Graceland University-Lamoni	Track and Field (Outdoor)	19	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#159 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 19 26.7% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
160	Grinnell College	Softball	19	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#160 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Softball # of Female Athletes 19 5.0% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
161	Coe College	Track and Field (Indoor)	18	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#161 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
162	Cornell College	Lacrosse	18	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#162 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
163	Grinnell College	Tennis	18	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#163 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
164	Iowa State University	Volleyball	18	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#164 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 18 25.0% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
165	Mount Mercy University	Cross Country	18	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#165 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 18 25.0% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
166	Waldorf University	Volleyball	18	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#166 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
167	Coe College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	17	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#167 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 17 19.0% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
168	Coe College	Volleyball	17	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#168 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 17 26.1% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
169	Grinnell College	Basketball	17	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#169 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 17 21.4% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
170	Saint Ambrose University	Basketball	17	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#170 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 17 5.6% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
171	Saint Ambrose University	Bowling	17	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#171 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 17 19.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
172	Upper Iowa University	Volleyball	17	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#172 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 17 19.0% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
173	William Penn University	Bowling	17	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#173 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 17 5.6% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
174	Loras College	Cross Country	16	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#174 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 16 15.8% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
175	Saint Ambrose University	Tennis	16	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#175 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 16 14.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
176	Waldorf University	Track and Field (Indoor)	16	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#176 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) # of Female Athletes 16 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
177	Waldorf University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	16	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#177 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 16 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
178	Wartburg College	Wrestling	16	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#178 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes 16 Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
179	Coe College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	15	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#179 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) # of Female Athletes 15 11.8% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
180	Iowa State University	Basketball	15	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#180 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
181	Loras College	Swimming	15	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#181 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Swimming # of Female Athletes 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
182	Upper Iowa University	Basketball	15	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#182 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 15 Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
183	Wartburg College	Other Sports	15	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#183 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 15 44.4% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
184	Buena Vista University	Basketball	14	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#184 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 14 26.3% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
185	Coe College	Tennis	14	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#185 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 14 40.0% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
186	Coe College	Cross Country	14	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#186 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 14 40.0% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
187	Coe College	Bowling	14	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#187 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 14 17.6% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
188	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	Volleyball	14	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#188 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 14 27.3% Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
189	Grand View University	Bowling	14	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#189 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
190	Morningside University	Golf	14	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#190 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 14 100.0% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
191	Morningside University	Swimming	14	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#191 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Swimming # of Female Athletes 14 26.3% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
192	Northwestern College	Golf	14	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#192 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 14 16.7% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
193	Saint Ambrose University	Golf	14	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#193 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 14 27.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
194	University of Dubuque	Ice Hockey	14	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#194 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Ice Hockey # of Female Athletes 14 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
195	University of Dubuque	Cross Country	14	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#195 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 14 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
196	William Penn University	Lacrosse	14	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#196 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 14 12.5% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
197	Luther College	Tennis	13	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#197 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 13 27.8% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
198	Morningside University	Tennis	13	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#198 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
199	Mount Mercy University	Lacrosse	13	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#199 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 13 Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
200	Northwestern College	Tennis	13	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#200 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 13 8.3% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
201	Northwestern College	Other Sports	13	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#201 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 13 23.5% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
202	Saint Ambrose University	Cross Country	13	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#202 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 13 18.2% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
203	Simpson College	Swimming	13	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#203 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Swimming # of Female Athletes 13 44.4% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
204	Waldorf University	Basketball	13	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#204 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 13 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
205	Wartburg College	Tennis	13	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#205 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 13 18.2% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
206	Central College	Golf	12	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#206 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 12 7.7% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
207	Dordt University	Golf	12	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#207 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
208	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	Basketball	12	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#208 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
209	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	Track and Field (Outdoor)	12	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#209 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) # of Female Athletes 12 200.0% Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
210	Grand View University	Golf	12	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#210 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 12 25.0% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
211	Morningside University	Bowling	12	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#211 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 12 7.7% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
212	Mount Mercy University	Other Sports	12	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#212 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 12 71.4% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
213	William Penn University	Golf	12	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#213 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 12 14.3% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
214	Buena Vista University	Wrestling	11	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#214 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes 11 450.0% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
215	Cornell College	Tennis	11	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#215 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 11 22.2% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
216	University of Dubuque	Golf	11	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#216 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 11 8.3% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
217	Briar Cliff University	Golf	10	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#217 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
218	Clarke University	Lacrosse	10	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#218 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Lacrosse # of Female Athletes 10 16.7% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
219	Coe College	Golf	10	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#219 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
220	Cornell College	Cross Country	10	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#220 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 10 25.0% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
221	Emmaus Bible College	Volleyball	10	97.7	970 – 1,240	14393	34653	#221 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Emmaus Bible College Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Emmaus Bible College’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Emmaus Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 57% and 52% of......Read more Sport Volleyball # of Female Athletes 10 25.0% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
222	Graceland University-Lamoni	Cross Country	10	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#222 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 10 66.7% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
223	Grinnell College	Golf	10	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#223 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 10 Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
224	Simpson College	Golf	10	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#224 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 10 42.9% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
225	Waldorf University	Bowling	10	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#225 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 10 11.1% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
226	Wartburg College	Bowling	10	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#226 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 10 42.9% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
227	Buena Vista University	Tennis	9	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#227 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 9 12.5% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
228	Drake University	Golf	9	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#228 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 9 12.5% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
229	Loras College	Golf	9	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#229 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 9 50.0% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
230	Loras College	Tennis	9	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#230 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 9 43.8% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
231	University of Dubuque	Wrestling	9	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#231 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
232	University of Iowa	Tennis	9	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#232 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
233	University of Northern Iowa	Golf	9	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#233 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
234	Wartburg College	Golf	9	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#234 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 9 Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
235	Central College	Wrestling	8	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#235 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
236	Clarke University	Golf	8	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#236 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 8 27.3% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
237	Emmaus Bible College	Basketball	8	97.7	970 – 1,240	14393	34653	#237 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Emmaus Bible College Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Emmaus Bible College’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Emmaus Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 57% and 52% of......Read more Sport Basketball # of Female Athletes 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
238	Graceland University-Lamoni	Golf	8	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#238 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 8 33.3% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
239	Grand View University	Tennis	8	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#239 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 8 20.0% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
240	Luther College	Golf	8	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#240 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 8 11.1% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
241	Simpson College	Tennis	8	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#241 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 8 33.3% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
242	University of Iowa	Golf	8	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#242 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 8 11.1% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
243	University of Northern Iowa	Tennis	8	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#243 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
244	Upper Iowa University	Golf	8	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#244 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
245	Waldorf University	Golf	8	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#245 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
246	Waldorf University	Cross Country	8	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#246 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 8 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
247	Clarke University	Bowling	7	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#247 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 7 75.0% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
248	Coe College	Other Sports	7	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#248 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 7 133.3% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
249	Drake University	Tennis	7	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#249 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 7 22.2% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
250	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	Cross Country	7	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#250 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 7 40.0% Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
251	Loras College	Wrestling	7	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#251 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes 7 Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
252	University of Dubuque	Tennis	7	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#252 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 7 16.7% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
253	William Penn University	Cross Country	7	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#253 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 7 12.5% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
254	Buena Vista University	Golf	6	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#254 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 6 14.3% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
255	Cornell College	Wrestling	6	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#255 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes 6 Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
256	Emmaus Bible College	Cross Country	6	97.7	970 – 1,240	14393	34653	#256 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Emmaus Bible College Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Emmaus Bible College’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Emmaus Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 57% and 52% of......Read more Sport Cross Country # of Female Athletes 6 14.3% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
257	Iowa State University	Golf	6	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#257 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Golf # of Female Athletes 6 Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
258	Luther College	Bowling	6	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#258 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Bowling # of Female Athletes 6 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
259	Central College	Other Sports	5	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#259 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 5 37.5% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
260	Iowa State University	Tennis	5	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#260 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Tennis # of Female Athletes 5 28.6% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
261	Upper Iowa University	Wrestling	4	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#261 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Wrestling # of Female Athletes 4 Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
262	Graceland University-Lamoni	Rodeo	3	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#262 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Rodeo # of Female Athletes 3 50.0% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
263	Briar Cliff University	Other Sports	1	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#263 2026 Top College Sports Programs by # of Female Athletes in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Other Sports # of Female Athletes 1 Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338