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Rank	Institution	Sport	Most Profitable Sports	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	The University of Texas at Austin	Football	138960893	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $138,960,893 14.0% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
2	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Football	86412123	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $86,412,123 1.3% Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
3	University of Notre Dame	Football	81418454	11.27	1,460 – 1,550	29083	86210	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN Edward Sorin founded the University of Notre Dame in 1842 as a private Catholic research university. Their motto is, “Vita Dulcedo Spes” or “Life, Sweetness, Hope” – referencing the Virgin Mary. The school’s teams are known as the Fighting Irish, and wear the colors blue and gold. Their mascot is the very iconic Leprechaun....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $81,418,454 17.7% Acceptance Rate 11.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,210
4	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Football	76812607	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $76,812,607 2.3% Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
5	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Football	73795813	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $73,795,813 2.3% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
6	University of Georgia	Football	64725465	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $64,725,465 22.6% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
7	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Football	64435389	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $64,435,389 28.2% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
8	Auburn University	Football	60327143	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $60,327,143 11.7% Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
9	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Football	59065909	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $59,065,909 18.8% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
10	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Football	58660265	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $58,660,265 4.2% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
11	University of Oregon	Football	55329352	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $55,329,352 49.9% Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
12	University of Florida	Football	52213537	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $52,213,537 2.1% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
13	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Football	51810888	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $51,810,888 0.9% Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
14	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Football	49646817	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $49,646,817 0.8% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
15	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Football	45470740	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $45,470,740 23.2% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
16	North Carolina State University	Football	41356311	41.67	1,240 – 1,450	14860	57623	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC The North Carolina State University at Raleigh is part of the Research Triangle with Duke University and the University of North Carolina. The school has a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $41,356,311 40.3% Acceptance Rate 41.7% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $14,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,623
17	Texas A&M University-College Station	Football	40194992	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $40,194,992 7.7% Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
18	Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	Football	38120647	54.99	1,290 – 1,450	22205	67377	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA The Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is more commonly known as Virginia Tech. Students are known as Hokies and wear Chicago maroon and burnt orange to show off their school spirit. They compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Virginia Tech's motto is "That I May Serve." Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $38,120,647 12.2% Acceptance Rate 55.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $22,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,377
19	Washington State University	Football	36769520	87.97	1,020 – 1,260	18155	53510	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 37% of students will......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $36,769,520 57.0% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
20	University of Iowa	Football	36307924	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs 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 Football Most Profitable Sports $36,307,924 13.5% 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
21	Northwestern University	Football	34934119	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Northwestern University Evanston, IL A founding member of the Big Ten Conference, top sports for the Wildcats include Football, Basketball, and Swimming and Diving (combined). Willie the Wildcat cheers them on and the colors are purple and white....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $34,934,119 10.5% Acceptance Rate 7.2% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,844
22	Florida State University	Football	33923802	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	14903	49814	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University opened as the Florida Institute in 1854. A NCAA Division I-FBS school and competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the Seminoles have brought home several national championships....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $33,923,802 120.1% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
23	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Football	33060426	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $33,060,426 39.8% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
24	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Football	32947829	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $32,947,829 37.2% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
25	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Football	30936764	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $30,936,764 19.7% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
26	Purdue University-Main Campus	Football	30166409	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $30,166,409 6.9% Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
27	Michigan State University	Football	30144127	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $30,144,127 24.7% Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
28	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Football	29660744	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 71% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Business Administration and Management, General. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $29,660,744 16.1% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $14,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
29	University of Arkansas	Football	29501084	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $29,501,084 4.9% Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
30	University of Utah	Football	29432762	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	13341	55239	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $29,432,762 15.1% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
31	University of Maryland-College Park	Football	28906499	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $28,906,499 17.9% Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
32	Texas Tech University	Football	27864062	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $27,864,062 22.4% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
33	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	Football	27720210	14.07	1,370 – 1,530	15901	89432	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA Also referred to as Georgia Tech, the Georgia Institute of Technology was founded in 1885 as part of the Reconstruction plans post-Civil War. At first, it only provided degrees in Mechanical Engineering. By 1901, it also offered Chemical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $27,720,210 18.8% Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $15,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,432
34	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	Football	26779958	15.34	1,350 – 1,520	11140	57057	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the flagship of the state’s school system. Enrolling students in 1795, it’s also one of the oldest public schools in the United States. UNC became coeducational in 1877 and began admitting African-American graduate students in 1951. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $26,779,958 17.6% Acceptance Rate 15.3% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $11,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,057
35	Iowa State University	Football	26587383	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs 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 Football Most Profitable Sports $26,587,383 4.2% 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
36	The University of Alabama	Football	26427342	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $26,427,342 42.5% Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
37	University of Colorado Boulder	Football	26198712	81.15	1,190 – 1,400	22640	54939	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO The Boulder campus is the flagship school of the University of Colorado system. It was actually founded a few months before Colorado became a state in 1876. Athletes, called the Buffaloes, are part of the Pacific-12 Conference....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $26,198,712 73.9% Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
38	Duke University	Football	24240427	5.71	1,520 – 1,560	23422	85792	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Duke University Durham, NC Methodists and Quakers founded Duke University in 1838. The school has produced 50 Rhodes Scholars, three Turing Award winners, and 15 Noble laureates. Known as the Blue Devils, the university’s colors are Duke blue and white....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $24,240,427 12.3% Acceptance Rate 5.7% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,792
39	Kansas State University	Football	23681530	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $23,681,530 4.8% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
40	Oregon State University	Football	21611529	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	21868	50843	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $21,611,529 29.4% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
41	West Virginia University	Football	21598428	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $21,598,428 523.9% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
42	Texas Christian University	Football	21150027	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $21,150,027 42.9% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
43	University of Georgia	Tennis	20028973	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $20,028,973 1,068.4% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
44	Clemson University	Football	19485449	38.34	1,270 – 1,420	24408	58311	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Clemson University Clemson, SC Clemson University boasts a large campus – 1,400 acres at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains alongside Lake Hartwell. It’s home to the Clemson Experimental Forest, which is used for research, education, and recreation. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular undergraduate major. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $19,485,449 19.0% Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $24,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,311
45	University of Mississippi	Football	18138117	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $18,138,117 11.9% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
46	Duke University	Basketball	15519594	5.71	1,520 – 1,560	23422	85792	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Duke University Durham, NC Methodists and Quakers founded Duke University in 1838. The school has produced 50 Rhodes Scholars, three Turing Award winners, and 15 Noble laureates. Known as the Blue Devils, the university’s colors are Duke blue and white....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $15,519,594 20.9% Acceptance Rate 5.7% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,792
47	University of Virginia-Main Campus	Football	15399315	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	17831	72359	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA Thomas Jefferson founded The University of Virginia, and the school’s Board of Visitors also included James Monroe and James Madison. The school's well known for its secret societies and sport accomplishments. The Cavaliers, who wear orange and blue, have over 30 championship wins. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $15,399,315 24.4% Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $17,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
48	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	Basketball	14583360	15.34	1,350 – 1,520	11140	57057	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the flagship of the state’s school system. Enrolling students in 1795, it’s also one of the oldest public schools in the United States. UNC became coeducational in 1877 and began admitting African-American graduate students in 1951. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $14,583,360 10.0% Acceptance Rate 15.3% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $11,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,057
49	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Basketball	14385886	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 71% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Business Administration and Management, General. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $14,385,886 50.4% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $14,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
50	Syracuse University	Football	12823676	46.11	1,290 – 1,440	51520	60459	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Syracuse University Syracuse, NY Based in Syracuse, Syracuse University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requires $85 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 81% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Syracuse University, there is a 90% first year retention rate and around 72% of undergraduates will......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $12,823,676 58.5% Acceptance Rate 46.1% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $51,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,459
51	University of Georgia	Softball	11737273	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $11,737,273 699.4% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
52	Indiana University-Bloomington	Basketball	10833512	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $10,833,512 6.9% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
53	Syracuse University	Basketball	10491454	46.11	1,290 – 1,440	51520	60459	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Syracuse University Syracuse, NY Based in Syracuse, Syracuse University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requires $85 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 81% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Syracuse University, there is a 90% first year retention rate and around 72% of undergraduates will......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $10,491,454 40.1% Acceptance Rate 46.1% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $51,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,459
54	Brigham Young University	Football	9293148	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Brigham Young University Provo, UT Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $9,293,148 20.0% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
55	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Basketball	9178392	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $9,178,392 1,214.2% Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
56	Boston College	Football	9092121	16.19	1,450 – 1,540	32590	85717	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Boston College Chestnut Hill, MA A private Jesuit research university, Boston College’s motto is Αἰὲν ἀριστεύειν, Greek for “Ever to Excel.” Their athletes, known as the Eagles, wear maroon and gold and are cheered on by Baldwin the Eagle. Past students include John F. Kerry, Leonard Nimoy, Chris O’Donnell, and Amy Poehler. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $9,092,121 15.7% Acceptance Rate 16.2% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $32,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,717
57	Michigan State University	Basketball	8627259	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $8,627,259 109.0% Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
58	Purdue University-Main Campus	Basketball	8231266	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $8,231,266 3.6% Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
59	University of Kansas	Football	8039431	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $8,039,431 55.8% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
60	University of Hawaii at Manoa	Golf	7615697	69.67	1,070 – 1,290	14557	45701	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu, HI Found in Honolulu, the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s acceptance rate is 70% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. Approximately 63% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Hawaii at Manoa, there is a 76% first year retention rate and a......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $7,615,697 6.0% Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,557 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,701
61	Florida State University	Basketball	7406585	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	14903	49814	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University opened as the Florida Institute in 1854. A NCAA Division I-FBS school and competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the Seminoles have brought home several national championships....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $7,406,585 46.0% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
62	San Diego State University	Football	7016711	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $7,016,711 37.9% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
63	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	Football	6882188	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	24338	54240	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA The University of Pittsburgh opened in 1787 as the Pittsburgh Academy, though it may have roots going back to 1770. Much of the school was destroyed in the Great Fire of 1845, a massive fire that stretched 20 square blocks of the city. Last year, Pitt accepted 35,400 of applicants and 13% of these students enrolled. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $6,882,188 31.5% Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $24,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
64	Gonzaga University	Baseball	6013153	81.69	1,220 – 1,390	40295	66525	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Gonzaga University Spokane, WA Named after the Jesuit Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Gonzaga University sits on a 152-acre campus alongside the Spokane River. The school has a first year retention rate of 93%. 85% will graduate within six years. Part of the West Coast Conference, top sports include Basketball, Baseball, and Soccer. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $6,013,153 3,199.2% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $40,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,525
65	Boise State University	Football	5983093	87.21	920 – 1,130	19037	45251	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Boise State University Boise, ID Located on the Boise River, Boise State University also offers dozens of programs online. Many choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Social Work. A non selective school, it received 16,100 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 14,000. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $5,983,093 12.9% Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,251
66	The University of Alabama	Basketball	5956028	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $5,956,028 23.2% Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
67	San Diego State University	Basketball	5641495	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $5,641,495 35.8% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
68	Villanova University	Basketball	5255910	26.98	1,410 – 1,510	37946	84905	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Villanova University Villanova, PA Villanova University is the oldest Catholic university in Pennsylvania and the only Augustinian university in the country. The school has deep religious roots, and the administration is led by priests. Their motto is “Veritas, Unitas, Caritas” or “Truth, Unity, Charity.” Two famous alumni include Jill Biden and Howie Long. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $5,255,910 19.3% Acceptance Rate 27.0% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $37,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,905
69	Yale University	Tennis	5142719	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $5,142,719 11,576.1% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
70	University of Dayton	Basketball	4864087	65.66	1,180 – 1,400	31551	62477	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Dayton Dayton, OH Found in Dayton, the University of Dayton accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of students at the University of Dayton will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $4,864,087 20.7% Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $31,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,477
71	Purdue University-Main Campus	Volleyball	4839888	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $4,839,888 37.8% Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
72	University of Georgia	Baseball	4555613	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $4,555,613 231.9% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
73	North Carolina State University	Basketball	4402440	41.67	1,240 – 1,450	14860	57623	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC The North Carolina State University at Raleigh is part of the Research Triangle with Duke University and the University of North Carolina. The school has a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $4,402,440 2.0% Acceptance Rate 41.7% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $14,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,623
74	Marquette University	Basketball	4240475	81.34	1,230 – 1,390	32031	65241	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Marquette University Milwaukee, WI Founded in 1881, by 1909 Marquette University was the first coeducational Catholic university in the world. During the last admissions cycle, the school accepted 15,200 out of 19,000 applications. 14% of these students decided to attend....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $4,240,475 22.7% Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $32,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,241
75	Gonzaga University	Basketball	3502185	81.69	1,220 – 1,390	40295	66525	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Gonzaga University Spokane, WA Named after the Jesuit Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Gonzaga University sits on a 152-acre campus alongside the Spokane River. The school has a first year retention rate of 93%. 85% will graduate within six years. Part of the West Coast Conference, top sports include Basketball, Baseball, and Soccer. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $3,502,185 42.7% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $40,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,525
76	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Basketball	3475912	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $3,475,912 3.7% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
77	Creighton University	Basketball	3431153	79.75	1,250 – 1,410	33364	63090	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Creighton University Omaha, NE Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular area of study for undergraduates attending Creighton University. The school has an impressive 94% first year retention rate and 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $3,431,153 48.4% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $33,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,090
78	University of Nebraska at Omaha	Ice Hockey	3420662	87.27	1,010 – 1,240	13284	45494	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $3,420,662 73.5% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
79	Butler University	Basketball	3243503	85.08	1,190 – 1,370	40140	61627	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Butler University Indianapolis, IN 443 of students participate in varsity sports at Butler University, a NCAA Division I-FCS school. Some popular options include Basketball, Soccer, and Football. The Bulldogs have a live mascot – a bulldog named Butler Blue IV. 97% of students receive grant aid to help them afford the cost of attendance. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $3,243,503 5.5% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $40,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,627
80	Montana State University	Football	3200572	82.14	1,080 – 1,290	18511	44757	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Montana State University Bozeman, MT “Mountains and Mines” is the motto of Montana State University. In the last admissions cycle, the school received 21,700 applications and accepted 82% of them. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, and Mechanical Engineering are the most popular undergraduate majors....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $3,200,572 18.3% Acceptance Rate 82.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,757
81	Iowa State University	Basketball	3194327	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs 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 Most Profitable Sports $3,194,327 6.1% 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
82	Tulane University of Louisiana	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	3135349	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $3,135,349 174.3% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
83	Kansas State University	Basketball	3010716	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $3,010,716 252.7% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
84	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Basketball	3010004	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $3,010,004 27.8% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
85	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Basketball	2967042	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $2,967,042 43.9% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
86	Brigham Young University	Basketball	2966424	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Brigham Young University Provo, UT Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $2,966,424 6.7% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
87	University of Wyoming	Football	2876323	96.88	1,040 – 1,280	13299	48360	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Wyoming Laramie, WY The University of Wyoming was founded in 1886, four years before Wyoming became a state. It’s one of the rare schools that features a live animal mascot – a horse named Cowboy Joy. Another mascot, Pistol Pete, is played by a student. Brown and gold are the official school colors, and their motto is simple – “Equality.” Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $2,876,323 7.8% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $13,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,360
88	Tulane University of Louisiana	Tennis	2733507	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $2,733,507 457.2% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
89	Binghamton University	Softball	2532595	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $2,532,595 44.8% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
90	Baylor University	Football	2531585	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $2,531,585 0.0% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
91	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	Basketball	2336475	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	24338	54240	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA The University of Pittsburgh opened in 1787 as the Pittsburgh Academy, though it may have roots going back to 1770. Much of the school was destroyed in the Great Fire of 1845, a massive fire that stretched 20 square blocks of the city. Last year, Pitt accepted 35,400 of applicants and 13% of these students enrolled. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $2,336,475 2.4% Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $24,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
92	University of Nevada-Reno	Basketball	2314269	73.71	1,020 – 1,250	16801	49182	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Nevada-Reno Reno, NV Found in Reno, the University of Nevada-Reno’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Nevada-Reno, there is a 80% first year retention rate and around 40% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $2,314,269 0.0% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,182
93	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	Basketball	2277912	14.07	1,370 – 1,530	15901	89432	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA Also referred to as Georgia Tech, the Georgia Institute of Technology was founded in 1885 as part of the Reconstruction plans post-Civil War. At first, it only provided degrees in Mechanical Engineering. By 1901, it also offered Chemical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $2,277,912 160,969.5% Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $15,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,432
94	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Football	2202992	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $2,202,992 47.3% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
95	University of Arkansas	Basketball	2181687	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $2,181,687 427.5% Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
96	Murray State University	Basketball	2074686	85.68	1,010 – 1,240	9738	38473	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Murray State University Murray, KY Based in Murray, Murray State University’s acceptance rate is 86% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of students at Murray State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $2,074,686 24.8% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,473
97	Tulane University of Louisiana	Baseball	1982208	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $1,982,208 1.4% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
98	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University	Football	1954000	20.56	1,030 – 1,180	15491	36153	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee, FL Often called Florida A&M, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is a member of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. The Rattlers and Lady Rattlers, wearing orange and green, are led by their mascot, Venom the Rattlesnake....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $1,954,000 0.0% Acceptance Rate 20.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,153
99	University of Virginia-Main Campus	Basketball	1868444	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	17831	72359	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA Thomas Jefferson founded The University of Virginia, and the school’s Board of Visitors also included James Monroe and James Madison. The school's well known for its secret societies and sport accomplishments. The Cavaliers, who wear orange and blue, have over 30 championship wins. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $1,868,444 19.6% Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $17,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
100	The University of Montana	Football	1791732	95.86	1,080 – 1,290	17775	35729	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs The University of Montana Missoula, MT Located along the Clark Fork River, The University of Montana's Grizzlies and Lady Griz compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Alumni include Colin Meloy, J.K. Simmons, and Carroll O’Connor, as well as numerous professional athletes, scientists, and politicians. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $1,791,732 23.5% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,775 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,729
101	University of North Dakota	Ice Hockey	1788772	76.9	1,050 – 1,250	18227	54588	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND Located in Grand Forks, the University of North Dakota’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 71% of students attending the University of North Dakota will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $1,788,772 178,877,100.0% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,588
102	Xavier University	Basketball	1785902	86.69	1,110 – 1,330	31542	54758	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Xavier University Cincinnati, OH Located in Cincinnati, Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $1,785,902 51.4% Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $31,542 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,758
103	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	Baseball	1783401	83.77	930 – 1,240	12942	50140	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 72% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $1,783,401 0.0% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
104	West Virginia University	Basketball	1722224	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $1,722,224 145.6% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
105	Friends University	Football	1639423	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $1,639,423 196.5% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
106	Piedmont University	Volleyball	1614762	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	21599	43761	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Piedmont University Demorest, GA Found in Demorest, Piedmont University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $1,614,762 7,781.9% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
107	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Basketball	1584436	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $1,584,436 58.2% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
108	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Basketball	1572068	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $1,572,068 56.9% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
109	Midland University	Other Sports	1531835	66.92	950 – 1,210	24143	45145	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $1,531,835 124.5% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
110	Brigham Young University	Golf	1520621	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Brigham Young University Provo, UT Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $1,520,621 252.3% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
111	Southern Utah University	Football	1454922	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $1,454,922 28.1% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
112	William & Mary	Swimming	1424696	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	20422	62959	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $1,424,696 141.2% Acceptance Rate 34.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $20,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
113	High Point University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1404936	76.83	1,110 – 1,310	43578	50955	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 89% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and 65% of......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $1,404,936 853.3% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $43,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
114	William & Mary	Golf	1392774	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	20422	62959	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $1,392,774 2.4% Acceptance Rate 34.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $20,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
115	The University of Texas at Austin	Basketball	1365385	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $1,365,385 252.5% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
116	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Volleyball	1342281	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $1,342,281 9,693.4% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
117	University of Rio Grande	Soccer	1283463	72.98	--	26581	34323	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Based in Rio Grande, the University of Rio Grande’s acceptance rate is 73% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students at the University of Rio Grande will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $1,283,463 61.8% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
118	Pacific Union College	Soccer	1260750	42.48	970 – 1,210	22799	52713	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $1,260,750 3,511.6% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
119	Grambling State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1222952	23.68	890 – 1,040	19092	25589	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Grambling State University Grambling, LA Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $1,222,952 0.0% Acceptance Rate 23.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,589
120	Washington State University	Basketball	1221688	87.97	1,020 – 1,260	18155	53510	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 37% of students will......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $1,221,688 165.9% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
121	Lawrence Technological University	Ice Hockey	1189666	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $1,189,666 104.7% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
122	Dallas Baptist University	Baseball	1183684	88.84	980 – 1,230	30275	45138	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX Located in Dallas, Dallas Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 89%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 89% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They receive $16,006 on average. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $1,183,684 289.8% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $30,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,138
123	University of Georgia	Basketball	1173329	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $1,173,329 167.8% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
124	University of Nebraska at Omaha	Volleyball	1150450	87.27	1,010 – 1,240	13284	45494	#124 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $1,150,450 1,690.8% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
125	William & Mary	Gymnastics	1126132	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	20422	62959	#125 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports $1,126,132 12.6% Acceptance Rate 34.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $20,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
126	Murray State University	Football	1113287	85.68	1,010 – 1,240	9738	38473	#126 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Murray State University Murray, KY Based in Murray, Murray State University’s acceptance rate is 86% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of students at Murray State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $1,113,287 11.8% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,473
127	University of Mississippi	Baseball	1061643	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#127 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $1,061,643 34.7% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
128	Southern University and A & M College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1057684	49.87	880 – 1,040	18937	33033	#128 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge, LA Located in Baton Rouge, Southern University and A & M College accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $1,057,684 19.1% Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 880 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $18,937 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,033
129	University of New Orleans	Basketball	1028446	66.77	1,040 – 1,210	11190	38410	#129 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of New Orleans New Orleans, LA Based in New Orleans, the University of New Orleans’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at the University of New Orleans currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 62%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $1,028,446 29.6% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,410
130	Tarleton State University	Football	1026849	52.56	--	15363	46729	#130 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $1,026,849 82.5% Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
131	University of Rio Grande	Basketball	1001095	72.98	--	26581	34323	#131 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Based in Rio Grande, the University of Rio Grande’s acceptance rate is 73% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students at the University of Rio Grande will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $1,001,095 333.4% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
132	Pacific Union College	Volleyball	994854	42.48	970 – 1,210	22799	52713	#132 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $994,854 12,524.8% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
133	Warner University	Basketball	978022	47.79	830 – 1,120	21471	39589	#133 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Warner University Lake Wales, FL Located in Lake Wales, Warner University’s acceptance rate is 48% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Warner University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $978,022 3,329.6% Acceptance Rate 47.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $21,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,589
134	Point University	Football	977783	67.51	850 – 1,100	22622	36410	#134 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $977,783 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
135	Abilene Christian University	Football	953345	66.04	1,010 – 1,250	28311	46727	#135 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $953,345 316.4% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $28,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,727
136	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Football	952810	88.42	1,120 – 1,380	17413	46572	#136 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $952,810 2.1% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
137	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	Football	951428	92.26	970 – 1,180	13156	39485	#137 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches, LA Found in Natchitoches, Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 92% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $951,428 14.9% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,485
138	Ottawa University-Ottawa	Baseball	945235	80.03	860 – 1,100	28126	49139	#138 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 25% and 26% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $945,235 4,776.1% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
139	Midland University	Weight Lifting	880043	66.92	950 – 1,210	24143	45145	#139 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Weight Lifting Most Profitable Sports $880,043 5,721.1% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
140	Pacific Union College	Basketball	856409	42.48	970 – 1,210	22799	52713	#140 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $856,409 1,991.7% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
141	William & Mary	Tennis	828903	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	20422	62959	#141 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $828,903 22.0% Acceptance Rate 34.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $20,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
142	William & Mary	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	807286	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	20422	62959	#142 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $807,286 29.7% Acceptance Rate 34.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $20,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
143	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Basketball	797480	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#143 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $797,480 54.3% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
144	Point University	Soccer	794235	67.51	850 – 1,100	22622	36410	#144 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $794,235 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
145	High Point University	Lacrosse	780847	76.83	1,110 – 1,310	43578	50955	#145 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 89% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and 65% of......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $780,847 681.8% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $43,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
146	University of New Orleans	Baseball	769354	66.77	1,040 – 1,210	11190	38410	#146 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of New Orleans New Orleans, LA Based in New Orleans, the University of New Orleans’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at the University of New Orleans currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 62%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $769,354 27.0% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,410
147	Davidson College	Football	756404	13.37	1,400 – 1,520	26510	62866	#147 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Davidson College Davidson, NC Davidson College was founded in 1837 and started trying to reduce the cost of higher education for students by the 1850’s. Today, the school meets students’ financial needs through grants, employment, and more. 65% of students receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $756,404 341.1% Acceptance Rate 13.4% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $26,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,866
148	Friends University	Baseball	748184	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#148 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $748,184 31.0% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
149	Hampton University	Football	744583	62.25	810 – 1,100	28576	42721	#149 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Hampton University Hampton, VA Hampton University sits on a 314-acre campus, and it’s home to several research centers, including the Hampton University Proton Therapy Institute. It also has several National Historic Landmarks. 386 student athletes, known as the Pirates, compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Colonial Athletic Association. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $744,583 4,703.8% Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 810 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,721
150	Alabama A & M University	Football	744185	66.22	840 – 1,040	14064	27851	#150 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Alabama A & M University Normal, AL Based in Normal, Alabama A & M University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of students attending Alabama A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $744,185 0.0% Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $14,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,851
151	Georgetown University	Baseball	742003	12.91	1,400 – 1,550	37967	83222	#151 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Georgetown University Washington, DC A private Jesuit research university, Georgetown University was founded as the Georgetown College in 1789 by Bishop John Carroll. It’s the oldest Catholic institution of higher education in the country and offers over 50 majors. Past graduates include Bill Clinton, Lyndon B....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $742,003 125.7% Acceptance Rate 12.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $37,967 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,222
152	Grambling State University	Baseball	729009	23.68	890 – 1,040	19092	25589	#152 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Grambling State University Grambling, LA Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $729,009 0.0% Acceptance Rate 23.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,589
153	Binghamton University	Baseball	728834	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#153 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $728,834 98.3% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
154	Morgan State University	Football	725416	82.23	850 – 1,080	15350	40065	#154 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Morgan State University Baltimore, MD Morgan State University got its start in 1867 as the Centenary Biblical Institute. It changed its name in 1890 to honor Lyttleton Morgan and became a university in 1975. MSU’s 100-acre campus is a designated national historic site. The school accepts 82% of applicants and awards up to Doctor's degrees. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $725,416 9.8% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $15,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,065
155	Carson-Newman University	Football	725027	90.45	1,010 – 1,210	19755	39324	#155 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Carson-Newman University Jefferson City, TN Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $725,027 30.5% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,324
156	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Basketball	719822	88.42	1,120 – 1,380	17413	46572	#156 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $719,822 44.1% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
157	Dakota Wesleyan University	Soccer	711738	72.77	970 – 1,250	21901	49432	#157 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 840 out of 1,150 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $711,738 2,527.9% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
158	Olivet Nazarene University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	703450	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#158 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $703,450 118.6% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
159	Oakland City University	Basketball	700000	68.21	860 – 1,140	12268	43190	#159 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Oakland City University Oakland City, IN Located in Oakland City, Oakland City University’s acceptance rate is 68% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Oakland City University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Oakland City University, there is a 74% first year retention rate and a 34% four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $700,000 0.0% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 860 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,190
160	Point Park University	Golf	693158	96.91	1,030 – 1,260	25477	36906	#160 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $693,158 63,785.5% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $25,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,906
161	University of New Mexico-Main Campus	Basketball	692112	79.33	910 – 1,180	7528	37150	#161 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque, NM Based in Albuquerque, the University of New Mexico-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 74% of students attending the University of New Mexico-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $692,112 242.2% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $7,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,150
162	Saint Augustine's University	Football	645445	34.65	760 – 920	18373	26999	#162 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Saint Augustine's University Raleigh, NC Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $645,445 1,920.5% Acceptance Rate 34.7% SAT Score 760 – 920 Avg. Net Price $18,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,999
163	Fontbonne University	Other Sports	637500	95.03	970 – 1,210	19519	44150	#163 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Fontbonne University Saint Louis, MO Found in Saint Louis, Fontbonne University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 64% and around 49% of students will......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $637,500 49.6% Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,519 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,150
164	Clarkson University	Ice Hockey	627210	77.36	1,210 – 1,400	33192	76970	#164 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Clarkson University Potsdam, NY Found in Potsdam, Clarkson University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Clarkson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $627,210 26.5% Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,970
165	University of Rio Grande	Other Sports	611221	72.98	--	26581	34323	#165 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Based in Rio Grande, the University of Rio Grande’s acceptance rate is 73% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students at the University of Rio Grande will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $611,221 22.0% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
166	Ottawa University-Surprise	Basketball	602034	39.88	910 – 1,050	35030	49139	#166 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $602,034 244.3% Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $35,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
167	Florida State University	Baseball	599676	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	14903	49814	#167 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University opened as the Florida Institute in 1854. A NCAA Division I-FBS school and competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the Seminoles have brought home several national championships....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $599,676 0.0% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
168	University of Rio Grande	Volleyball	596706	72.98	--	26581	34323	#168 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Based in Rio Grande, the University of Rio Grande’s acceptance rate is 73% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students at the University of Rio Grande will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $596,706 32.0% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
169	Cleveland State University	Basketball	592651	91.3	880 – 1,130	16307	44625	#169 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH Found in Cleveland, Cleveland State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 76% of students attending Cleveland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $592,651 2,169.7% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $16,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,625
170	Friends University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	591924	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#170 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $591,924 249.2% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
171	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	Basketball	587762	92.26	970 – 1,180	13156	39485	#171 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches, LA Found in Natchitoches, Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 92% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $587,762 4.1% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,485
172	Lander University	Golf	581199	67.92	970 – 1,150	14657	36851	#172 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 64% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $581,199 147.6% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
173	Lander University	Basketball	577087	67.92	970 – 1,150	14657	36851	#173 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 64% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $577,087 17.7% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
174	Alabama A & M University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	577073	66.22	840 – 1,040	14064	27851	#174 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Alabama A & M University Normal, AL Based in Normal, Alabama A & M University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of students attending Alabama A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $577,073 Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $14,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,851
175	University of Rio Grande	Baseball	572075	72.98	--	26581	34323	#175 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Based in Rio Grande, the University of Rio Grande’s acceptance rate is 73% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students at the University of Rio Grande will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $572,075 81.0% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
176	Savannah College of Art and Design	Equestrian	561753	83.68	1,080 – 1,280	46524	34110	#176 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Savannah College of Art and Design Savannah, GA Located in Savannah, Savannah College of Art and Design accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $100 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 97% of students attending Savannah College of Art and Design currently receive institutional grant aid to......Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports $561,753 208.8% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $46,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,110
177	Le Moyne College	Basketball	549127	75.29	1,160 – 1,320	22139	53493	#177 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY Located in Syracuse, Le Moyne College’s acceptance rate is 75%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Le Moyne College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $549,127 5,048.9% Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,493
178	Wesleyan University	Tennis	540648	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#178 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $540,648 14.5% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
179	University of Hawaii at Manoa	Volleyball	538999	69.67	1,070 – 1,290	14557	45701	#179 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu, HI Found in Honolulu, the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s acceptance rate is 70% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. Approximately 63% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Hawaii at Manoa, there is a 76% first year retention rate and a......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $538,999 2.8% Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,557 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,701
180	Boise State University	Basketball	537913	87.21	920 – 1,130	19037	45251	#180 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Boise State University Boise, ID Located on the Boise River, Boise State University also offers dozens of programs online. Many choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Social Work. A non selective school, it received 16,100 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 14,000. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $537,913 615.2% Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,251
181	Morgan State University	Basketball	526901	82.23	850 – 1,080	15350	40065	#181 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Morgan State University Baltimore, MD Morgan State University got its start in 1867 as the Centenary Biblical Institute. It changed its name in 1890 to honor Lyttleton Morgan and became a university in 1975. MSU’s 100-acre campus is a designated national historic site. The school accepts 82% of applicants and awards up to Doctor's degrees. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $526,901 6.7% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $15,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,065
182	Saint Cloud State University	Ice Hockey	524254	94.95	970 – 1,220	14648	47215	#182 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud, MN Based in Saint Cloud, Saint Cloud State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 52% of students at Saint Cloud State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $524,254 26.3% Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
183	California Baptist University	Basketball	516724	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#183 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $516,724 7.6% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
184	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Basketball	512800	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#184 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $512,800 34.2% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
185	Friends University	Basketball	511514	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#185 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $511,514 62.5% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
186	Grambling State University	Basketball	510894	23.68	890 – 1,040	19092	25589	#186 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Grambling State University Grambling, LA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $510,894 51,089,300.0% Acceptance Rate 23.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,589
187	University at Albany	Football	510679	69.09	1,160 – 1,330	19165	51380	#187 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending the University at Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 63% and 59% of students......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $510,679 6.1% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
188	Thomas University	Soccer	497952	43.16	920 – 1,140	19087	45305	#188 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $497,952 336.0% Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
189	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University	Basketball	488418	20.56	1,030 – 1,180	15491	36153	#189 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee, FL Often called Florida A&M, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is a member of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. The Rattlers and Lady Rattlers, wearing orange and green, are led by their mascot, Venom the Rattlesnake....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $488,418 0.0% Acceptance Rate 20.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,153
190	Point University	Baseball	484680	67.51	850 – 1,100	22622	36410	#190 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $484,680 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
191	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Soccer	475559	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#191 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $475,559 415.0% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
192	High Point University	Baseball	472884	76.83	1,110 – 1,310	43578	50955	#192 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 89% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and 65% of......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $472,884 183.1% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $43,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
193	Midland University	Basketball	467663	66.92	950 – 1,210	24143	45145	#193 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $467,663 20.3% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
194	Midland University	Baseball	467136	66.92	950 – 1,210	24143	45145	#194 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $467,136 939.8% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
195	San Diego State University	Soccer	455140	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#195 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $455,140 29.8% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
196	University of Rio Grande	Softball	453725	72.98	--	26581	34323	#196 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Based in Rio Grande, the University of Rio Grande’s acceptance rate is 73% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students at the University of Rio Grande will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $453,725 60.2% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
197	Thomas University	Football	453000	43.16	920 – 1,140	19087	45305	#197 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $453,000 Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
198	Alabama A & M University	Basketball	449293	66.22	840 – 1,040	14064	27851	#198 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Alabama A & M University Normal, AL Based in Normal, Alabama A & M University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of students attending Alabama A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $449,293 0.0% Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $14,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,851
199	Colorado College	Ice Hockey	448850	18.47	1,270 – 1,460	35281	47611	#199 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Colorado College Colorado Springs, CO Scientia et Disciplina is the Latin motto of Colorado College which means “Learning through Hard Work.” It’s an extremely selective school – 30% of accepted students enroll. With over 80 undergraduate majors available, Political Science and Government, General is a common option. Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $448,850 26.9% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $35,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,611
200	Thomas University	Baseball	448048	43.16	920 – 1,140	19087	45305	#200 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $448,048 468.6% Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
201	Southern University and A & M College	Golf	443232	49.87	880 – 1,040	18937	33033	#201 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge, LA Located in Baton Rouge, Southern University and A & M College accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $443,232 Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 880 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $18,937 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,033
202	Catawba College	Football	441820	75.21	960 – 1,240	18319	36912	#202 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Catawba College Salisbury, NC Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $441,820 1,037.9% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,319 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,912
203	Midland University	Softball	438875	66.92	950 – 1,210	24143	45145	#203 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $438,875 442.4% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
204	The University of Texas Permian Basin	Basketball	437941	93.07	910 – 1,130	10143	50020	#204 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $437,941 21.6% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
205	Samford University	Football	437782	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#205 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $437,782 228.8% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
206	Winston-Salem State University	Tennis	436877	78.26	850 – 1,040	12948	40557	#206 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $436,877 12,787.2% Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
207	Midland University	Soccer	436571	66.92	950 – 1,210	24143	45145	#207 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $436,571 178.2% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
208	Tarleton State University	Basketball	436373	52.56	--	15363	46729	#208 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $436,373 1,735.7% Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
209	Emory University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	434946	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#209 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $434,946 27.8% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
210	Wesleyan University	Lacrosse	431430	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#210 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $431,430 19.9% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
211	Friends University	Soccer	426852	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#211 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $426,852 24.7% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
212	Tulane University of Louisiana	Sailing	418573	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#212 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports $418,573 73.2% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
213	Freed-Hardeman University	Baseball	411978	90.61	1,080 – 1,280	18267	40086	#213 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Freed-Hardeman University Henderson, TN Found in Henderson, Freed-Hardeman University accepts 91% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 84% and 58% of students will earn......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $411,978 93.9% Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,086
214	Midland University	Bowling	409521	66.92	950 – 1,210	24143	45145	#214 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $409,521 151.1% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
215	Emory University	Basketball	409195	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#215 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $409,195 23.7% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
216	Olivet Nazarene University	Soccer	406911	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#216 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $406,911 2.8% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
217	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Other Sports	406287	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#217 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $406,287 1,530.2% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
218	Livingstone College	Football	397628	74.09	780 – 930	15162	24024	#218 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 93% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 47%......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $397,628 0.0% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
219	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	Football	397366	96.97	850 – 1,010	33865	37447	#219 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Found in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $55 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $397,366 18.4% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $33,865 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
220	Pacific Union College	Cross Country	394402	42.48	970 – 1,210	22799	52713	#220 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $394,402 9,713.4% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
221	Ottawa University-Ottawa	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	390246	80.03	860 – 1,100	28126	49139	#221 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 25% and 26% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $390,246 4,874.2% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
222	Midland University	Wrestling	390026	66.92	950 – 1,210	24143	45145	#222 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports $390,026 267.4% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
223	Point University	Other Sports	389857	67.51	850 – 1,100	22622	36410	#223 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $389,857 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
224	University of Central Oklahoma	Football	387319	81.76	1,010 – 1,180	18893	43074	#224 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, OK Based in Edmond, the University of Central Oklahoma’s acceptance rate is 82% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 53% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $3,080 each. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $387,319 48.7% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,893 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,074
225	Tennessee Wesleyan University	Soccer	387079	59.41	970 – 1,180	16414	45987	#225 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Tennessee Wesleyan University Athens, TN Tennessee Wesleyan University was founded as the Athens Female College in 1857. Although it became coeducational only a few years later, a majority of the student body are still women. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $387,079 131.6% Acceptance Rate 59.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,414 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,987
226	Grand Valley State University	Football	382988	83.02	1,110 – 1,370	17995	47840	#226 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI Based in Allendale, Grand Valley State University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 86% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $382,988 6.1% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $17,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,840
227	North Central College	Football	376957	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#227 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $376,957 29.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
228	Tennessee Wesleyan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	375288	59.41	970 – 1,180	16414	45987	#228 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Tennessee Wesleyan University Athens, TN Tennessee Wesleyan University was founded as the Athens Female College in 1857. Although it became coeducational only a few years later, a majority of the student body are still women. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $375,288 516.1% Acceptance Rate 59.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,414 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,987
229	Tulane University of Louisiana	Bowling	369865	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#229 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $369,865 19.8% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
230	Gordon College	Soccer	369268	85.62	1,150 – 1,370	25250	45839	#230 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 33 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Biology/Biological Sciences, General program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $369,268 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
231	Friends University	Wrestling	364302	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#231 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports $364,302 3.8% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
232	Point University	Cross Country	362633	67.51	850 – 1,100	22622	36410	#232 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $362,633 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
233	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Baseball	359600	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#233 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $359,600 1,997.6% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
234	Kentucky State University	Basketball	359314	92.51	810 – 1,040	9672	29640	#234 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Kentucky State University Frankfort, KY Based in Frankfort, Kentucky State University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 91% of students attending Kentucky State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $359,314 0.0% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 810 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $9,672 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,640
235	Wesleyan University	Soccer	358038	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#235 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $358,038 33.4% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
236	Midland University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	357237	66.92	950 – 1,210	24143	45145	#236 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $357,237 40.3% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
237	Marquette University	Tennis	356091	81.34	1,230 – 1,390	32031	65241	#237 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Marquette University Milwaukee, WI Founded in 1881, by 1909 Marquette University was the first coeducational Catholic university in the world. During the last admissions cycle, the school accepted 15,200 out of 19,000 applications. 14% of these students decided to attend....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $356,091 0.0% Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $32,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,241
238	Quincy University	Football	356017	50.93	1,020 – 1,210	17424	43331	#238 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Quincy University Quincy, IL Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $356,017 35,501.7% Acceptance Rate 50.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,424 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,331
239	Kentucky State University	Baseball	349440	92.51	810 – 1,040	9672	29640	#239 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Kentucky State University Frankfort, KY Based in Frankfort, Kentucky State University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 91% of students attending Kentucky State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $349,440 0.0% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 810 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $9,672 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,640
240	University at Albany	Basketball	346554	69.09	1,160 – 1,330	19165	51380	#240 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending the University at Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 63% and 59% of students......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $346,554 20.0% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
241	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology	Football	344519	85.25	1,180 – 1,350	20243	62863	#241 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Rapid City, SD Located in Rapid City, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 77% of students attending South Dakota School of Mines and Technology currently receive......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $344,519 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $20,243 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,863
242	Wesleyan University	Ice Hockey	343044	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#242 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $343,044 9.0% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
243	Davidson College	Basketball	342055	13.37	1,400 – 1,520	26510	62866	#243 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Davidson College Davidson, NC Davidson College was founded in 1837 and started trying to reduce the cost of higher education for students by the 1850’s. Today, the school meets students’ financial needs through grants, employment, and more. 65% of students receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $342,055 377.8% Acceptance Rate 13.4% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $26,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,866
244	Gordon College	Lacrosse	341210	85.62	1,150 – 1,370	25250	45839	#244 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 33 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Biology/Biological Sciences, General program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $341,210 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
245	Lubbock Christian University	Basketball	340659	75.89	950 – 1,190	25351	46464	#245 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Lubbock Christian University Lubbock, TX Based in Lubbock, Lubbock Christian University accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $340,659 38.3% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $25,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,464
246	Southern Utah University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	340323	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#246 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $340,323 16.6% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
247	Tulane University of Louisiana	Beach Volleyball	336898	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#247 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $336,898 48.0% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
248	University of Rio Grande	Wrestling	332070	72.98	--	26581	34323	#248 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Based in Rio Grande, the University of Rio Grande’s acceptance rate is 73% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students at the University of Rio Grande will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports $332,070 5.2% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
249	Dakota Wesleyan University	Football	331589	72.77	970 – 1,250	21901	49432	#249 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 840 out of 1,150 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $331,589 340.5% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
250	Thomas University	Basketball	331529	43.16	920 – 1,140	19087	45305	#250 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $331,529 290.2% Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
251	Bentley University	Ice Hockey	330557	45.05	1,290 – 1,430	43858	86679	#251 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Bentley University Waltham, MA A private school, Bentley University offers students up to Doctor's degrees. It originally opened as the Bentley School of Accounting and Finance, and today many students choose to major in Finance, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Business Statistics....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $330,557 14.5% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $43,858 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,679
252	Taylor University	Basketball	326868	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#252 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $326,868 624.5% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
253	University of Rio Grande	Golf	325285	72.98	--	26581	34323	#253 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Based in Rio Grande, the University of Rio Grande’s acceptance rate is 73% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students at the University of Rio Grande will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $325,285 511.1% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
254	Yale University	Football	319029	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#254 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $319,029 0.8% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
255	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Baseball	317790	84.3	1,010 – 1,280	23293	43046	#255 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $317,790 3.5% Acceptance Rate 84.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
256	High Point University	Volleyball	317548	76.83	1,110 – 1,310	43578	50955	#256 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 89% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and 65% of......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $317,548 1,931.2% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $43,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
257	William Jewell College	Soccer	314527	38.36	1,010 – 1,210	17408	54197	#257 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs William Jewell College Liberty, MO William Jewell College dates back to 1849 and was originally associated with the Missouri Baptist Convention. The school became independent in 2003. Out of the accepted students, 33% decide to attend. If taking the ACT, students should aim for between a 19 - 25. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $314,527 0.0% Acceptance Rate 38.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,197
258	Fresno Pacific University	Baseball	312141	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#258 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $312,141 1,325.0% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
259	Thomas University	Softball	311661	43.16	920 – 1,140	19087	45305	#259 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $311,661 15.8% Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
260	University of Rio Grande	Track and Field (Outdoor)	309544	72.98	--	26581	34323	#260 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Based in Rio Grande, the University of Rio Grande’s acceptance rate is 73% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students at the University of Rio Grande will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $309,544 0.3% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
261	California State University-Northridge	Baseball	304926	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#261 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $304,926 13.9% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
262	University of Rio Grande	Cross Country	304861	72.98	--	26581	34323	#262 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Based in Rio Grande, the University of Rio Grande’s acceptance rate is 73% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students at the University of Rio Grande will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $304,861 52.7% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
263	Benedict College	Football	302124	67.3	840 – 1,030	18146	24908	#263 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Benedict College Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, Benedict College’s acceptance rate is 67% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 64% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $302,124 157.0% Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 840 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $18,146 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,908
264	Lander University	Baseball	301782	67.92	970 – 1,150	14657	36851	#264 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 64% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $301,782 1.9% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
265	Lander University	Volleyball	298944	67.92	970 – 1,150	14657	36851	#265 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 64% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $298,944 39.5% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
266	Grambling State University	Bowling	298627	23.68	890 – 1,040	19092	25589	#266 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Grambling State University Grambling, LA Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $298,627 0.0% Acceptance Rate 23.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,589
267	Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania	Volleyball	297645	85.55	980 – 1,220	23344	45010	#267 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg, PA Based in Shippensburg, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 86% and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 69% of students at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $297,645 1,977.2% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,344 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,010
268	Southern University and A & M College	Tennis	296477	49.87	880 – 1,040	18937	33033	#268 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge, LA Located in Baton Rouge, Southern University and A & M College accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $296,477 1,653.0% Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 880 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $18,937 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,033
269	Aquinas College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	294594	89.88	920 – 1,150	19890	40161	#269 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Aquinas College Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Aquinas College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $294,594 1,516.6% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $19,890 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,161
270	Emory University	Soccer	294489	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#270 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $294,489 20.3% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
271	Ohio Dominican University	Basketball	292547	94.23	1,040 – 1,310	21006	43933	#271 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Ohio Dominican University Columbus, OH Based in Columbus, Ohio Dominican University accepts 94% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Ohio Dominican University will receive grant aid from the school. 64% of students continued their studies at Ohio Dominican......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $292,547 16.0% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,933
272	Utica University	Ice Hockey	289099	86.79	1,030 – 1,210	22510	57422	#272 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $289,099 0.0% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
273	Wilmington University	Lacrosse	288078	76.53	--	14267	49635	#273 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Wilmington University New Castle, DE Found in New Castle, Wilmington University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 16% of students attending Wilmington University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $288,078 6,684.7% Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,635
274	Winston-Salem State University	Football	286572	78.26	850 – 1,040	12948	40557	#274 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $286,572 16.1% Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
275	High Point University	Basketball	286331	76.83	1,110 – 1,310	43578	50955	#275 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 89% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and 65% of......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $286,331 30.4% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $43,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
276	High Point University	Soccer	285980	76.83	1,110 – 1,310	43578	50955	#276 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 89% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and 65% of......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $285,980 415.5% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $43,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
277	Vermont State University	Basketball	284886	83.23	860 – 1,060	21253	41340	#277 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Vermont State University Randolph, VT Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $284,886 0.0% Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 860 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $21,253 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,340
278	Indiana State University	Basketball	283302	80.77	1,040 – 1,240	13321	41047	#278 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Indiana State University Terre Haute, IN Located in Terre Haute, Indiana State University accepts 81% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 72% of students at Indiana State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $283,302 0.0% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,047
279	William Jessup University	Soccer	281079	76.82	1,060 – 1,300	28171	43163	#279 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $281,079 48.1% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
280	Florida National University-Main Campus	Baseball	280466	99.81	--	23629	29347	#280 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Florida National University-Main Campus Hialeah, FL Located in Hialeah, Florida National University-Main Campus accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 44% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $280,466 46.6% Acceptance Rate 99.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,347
281	Le Moyne College	Volleyball	276686	75.29	1,160 – 1,320	22139	53493	#281 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY Located in Syracuse, Le Moyne College’s acceptance rate is 75%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Le Moyne College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $276,686 12,674.1% Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,493
282	Wilmington University	Soccer	276527	76.53	--	14267	49635	#282 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Wilmington University New Castle, DE Found in New Castle, Wilmington University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 16% of students attending Wilmington University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $276,527 1,175.6% Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,635
283	University of Nebraska at Omaha	Softball	274805	87.27	1,010 – 1,240	13284	45494	#283 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $274,805 177.1% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
284	Emory University	Baseball	274433	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#284 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $274,433 1.8% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
285	Blue Mountain Christian University	Weight Lifting	274417	100	980 – 1,240	16525	35401	#285 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Blue Mountain Christian University was originally a women's school when it opened in 1873. It only became coeducational in 2005. During the last admissions cycle, 56% of accepted students enrolled....Read more Sport Weight Lifting Most Profitable Sports $274,417 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,401
286	The University of Montana	Golf	273354	95.86	1,080 – 1,290	17775	35729	#286 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs The University of Montana Missoula, MT Located along the Clark Fork River, The University of Montana's Grizzlies and Lady Griz compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Alumni include Colin Meloy, J.K. Simmons, and Carroll O’Connor, as well as numerous professional athletes, scientists, and politicians. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $273,354 0.0% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,775 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,729
287	Midland University	Volleyball	272717	66.92	950 – 1,210	24143	45145	#287 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $272,717 224.6% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
288	University of Rio Grande	Bowling	272416	72.98	--	26581	34323	#288 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Based in Rio Grande, the University of Rio Grande’s acceptance rate is 73% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students at the University of Rio Grande will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $272,416 100.6% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
289	California State University-East Bay	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	271794	96.81	830 – 1,050	10874	55546	#289 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs California State University-East Bay Hayward, CA Found in Hayward, California State University-East Bay accepts 97% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 56% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $271,794 368.6% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $10,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
290	Mississippi Valley State University	Basketball	268676	51.16	760 – 970	12304	25817	#290 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Mississippi Valley State University Itta Bena, MS Found in Itta Bena, Mississippi Valley State University accepts 51% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 48% of students at Mississippi Valley State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Mississippi Valley State University, there is a 62% first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $268,676 0.0% Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 760 – 970 Avg. Net Price $12,304 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,817
291	Gordon College	Baseball	264975	85.62	1,150 – 1,370	25250	45839	#291 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 33 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Biology/Biological Sciences, General program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $264,975 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
292	Oklahoma Christian University	Basketball	263148	97.07	1,040 – 1,280	21810	43281	#292 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Oklahoma Christian University Edmond, OK Known as the Bald Eagles, there are 392 athletes at Oklahoma Christian University. You’ll also find a Bald Eagle on their seal and sideline, where Eagle cheers them on. 98% receive grant aid, and OC also provides its full-time students with laptops, iPhones, and iPads. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $263,148 49.7% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,810 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
293	Missouri Valley College	Track and Field (Indoor)	261978	52.69	900 – 1,070	18396	36902	#293 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 53% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 41% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports $261,978 Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $18,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
294	North Central College	Soccer	257726	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#294 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $257,726 10.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
295	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Lacrosse	257279	84.3	1,010 – 1,280	23293	43046	#295 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $257,279 6.4% Acceptance Rate 84.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
296	Tulane University of Louisiana	Golf	256436	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#296 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $256,436 183.7% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
297	Oklahoma Christian University	Golf	254205	97.07	1,040 – 1,280	21810	43281	#297 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Oklahoma Christian University Edmond, OK Known as the Bald Eagles, there are 392 athletes at Oklahoma Christian University. You’ll also find a Bald Eagle on their seal and sideline, where Eagle cheers them on. 98% receive grant aid, and OC also provides its full-time students with laptops, iPhones, and iPads. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $254,205 72.8% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,810 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
298	Bowdoin College	Ice Hockey	254192	7.13	1,470 – 1,550	23110	61692	#298 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $254,192 51.2% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $23,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
299	Fort Hays State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	254132	91.77	940 – 1,340	13774	44428	#299 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Found in Hays, Fort Hays State University accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 78% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $254,132 312.9% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,774 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
300	Ottawa University-Surprise	Beach Volleyball	253472	39.88	910 – 1,050	35030	49139	#300 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $253,472 138.4% Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $35,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
301	Morgan State University	Wrestling	252534	82.23	850 – 1,080	15350	40065	#301 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Morgan State University Baltimore, MD Morgan State University got its start in 1867 as the Centenary Biblical Institute. It changed its name in 1890 to honor Lyttleton Morgan and became a university in 1975. MSU’s 100-acre campus is a designated national historic site. The school accepts 82% of applicants and awards up to Doctor's degrees. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports $252,534 Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $15,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,065
302	Friends University	Softball	252002	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#302 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $252,002 12.3% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
303	Lawrence Technological University	Volleyball	251792	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#303 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $251,792 132.2% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
304	Georgetown University	Football	250009	12.91	1,400 – 1,550	37967	83222	#304 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Georgetown University Washington, DC A private Jesuit research university, Georgetown University was founded as the Georgetown College in 1789 by Bishop John Carroll. It’s the oldest Catholic institution of higher education in the country and offers over 50 majors. Past graduates include Bill Clinton, Lyndon B....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $250,009 384.3% Acceptance Rate 12.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $37,967 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,222
305	California Baptist University	Baseball	247623	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#305 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $247,623 2.2% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
306	Friends University	Volleyball	246928	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#306 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $246,928 13.9% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
307	Point University	Volleyball	246575	67.51	850 – 1,100	22622	36410	#307 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $246,575 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
308	San Diego State University	Water Polo	244706	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#308 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports $244,706 31.1% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
309	University of Nebraska at Omaha	Golf	243262	87.27	1,010 – 1,240	13284	45494	#309 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $243,262 524.3% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
310	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	Football	242377	83.77	930 – 1,240	12942	50140	#310 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 72% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $242,377 158.7% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
311	Ottawa University-Surprise	Football	238281	39.88	910 – 1,050	35030	49139	#311 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $238,281 117.8% Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $35,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
312	Gordon College	Rowing	237606	85.62	1,150 – 1,370	25250	45839	#312 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 33 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Biology/Biological Sciences, General program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports $237,606 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
313	Ottawa University-Ottawa	Volleyball	237307	80.03	860 – 1,100	28126	49139	#313 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 25% and 26% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $237,307 27.3% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
314	Pacific Lutheran University	Football	233563	78	1,070 – 1,290	23841	52212	#314 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA Pacific Lutheran University’s motto is “Education for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership, and Care.” Many students study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school opened in 1894, where tuition was $1 per week....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $233,563 61.8% Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $23,841 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,212
315	Troy University	Basketball	233522	96.04	970 – 1,210	12504	39392	#315 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Troy University Troy, AL Found in Troy, Troy University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 59% of students at Troy University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and 30% of students will graduate in......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $233,522 56.2% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,392
316	Texas A&M University-Commerce	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	232398	74.98	930 – 1,150	11902	43157	#316 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Texas A&M University-Commerce Commerce, TX Found in Commerce, Texas A&M University-Commerce’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending Texas A&M University-Commerce will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $232,398 518.4% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,902 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,157
317	Ottawa University-Surprise	Softball	231977	39.88	910 – 1,050	35030	49139	#317 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $231,977 332.8% Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $35,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
318	Huntington University	Basketball	231589	71.15	990 – 1,200	21149	40702	#318 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Huntington University Huntington, IN 97% of students at Huntington University receive grant aid and as a NAIA Division I school, there are also athletic scholarships available. Huntington opened in 1897 as Central College, having been founded by (and still affiliated with) the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $231,589 46.8% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,149 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
319	Emory University	Tennis	231561	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#319 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $231,561 34.4% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
320	The University of Texas Permian Basin	Golf	230756	93.07	910 – 1,130	10143	50020	#320 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $230,756 155.7% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
321	Lawrence Technological University	Cross Country	228827	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#321 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $228,827 36.8% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
322	Taylor University	Volleyball	228416	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#322 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $228,416 145.3% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
323	Lander University	Softball	226520	67.92	970 – 1,150	14657	36851	#323 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 64% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $226,520 17.5% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
324	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Basketball	226360	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#324 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $226,360 94.7% Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
325	McDaniel College	Football	225602	77.93	1,060 – 1,250	23088	47879	#325 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs McDaniel College Westminster, MD McDaniel College, originally founded in 1867 as Western Maryland College, is a private liberal arts school. 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $39,979 on average. With a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 56 will graduate in 4 years....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $225,602 6.3% Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,879
326	Emory University	Golf	224603	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#326 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $224,603 24.9% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
327	Bradley University	Basketball	221031	76.75	1,060 – 1,290	24703	59114	#327 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Bradley University Peoria, IL Found in Peoria, Bradley University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Bradley University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and its four year graduation......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $221,031 55.8% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,703 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,114
328	Lander University	Soccer	220005	67.92	970 – 1,150	14657	36851	#328 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 64% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $220,005 37.9% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
329	Emory University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	219479	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#329 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports $219,479 37.9% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
330	Carolina University	Baseball	218209	34	850 – 1,140	19111	30657	#330 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Carolina University Winston-Salem, NC Located in Winston-Salem, Carolina University accepted 34% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Carolina University currently receive grant aid from the school. 58% of students decide to stay at Carolina University after......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $218,209 144.5% Acceptance Rate 34.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,657
331	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	217542	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#331 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $217,542 245.4% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
332	Wesleyan University	Squash	216118	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#332 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports $216,118 1.8% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
333	Midland University	Swimming	214783	66.92	950 – 1,210	24143	45145	#333 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $214,783 9.8% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
334	Ottawa University-Surprise	Golf	211639	39.88	910 – 1,050	35030	49139	#334 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $211,639 555.5% Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $35,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
335	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	Baseball	211323	92.26	970 – 1,180	13156	39485	#335 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches, LA Found in Natchitoches, Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 92% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $211,323 59.2% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,485
336	Assumption University	Ice Hockey	210899	82.98	990 – 1,180	29072	46029	#336 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Assumption University Worcester, MA Assumption University has a student-to-faculty ratio of 11 to 1 and a first year retention rate of 83%. It’s a NCAA Division II with football school and the Greyhounds compete in the Northeast 10 Conference. Wearing blue and white, they’re cheered on by Pierre the Greyhound. Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $210,899 36.8% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $29,072 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,029
337	Thomas University	Other Sports	209988	43.16	920 – 1,140	19087	45305	#337 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $209,988 70.0% Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
338	Livingstone College	Basketball	206623	74.09	780 – 930	15162	24024	#338 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 93% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 47%......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $206,623 0.0% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
339	Georgia College & State University	Tennis	206337	87.79	1,070 – 1,240	19769	50644	#339 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Georgia College & State University Milledgeville, GA Found in Milledgeville, Georgia College & State University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 13% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $206,337 22.9% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,644
340	University of Rio Grande	Track and Field (Indoor)	203960	72.98	--	26581	34323	#340 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Based in Rio Grande, the University of Rio Grande’s acceptance rate is 73% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students at the University of Rio Grande will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports $203,960 18.2% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
341	Emory University	Volleyball	203801	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#341 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $203,801 25.9% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
342	Auburn University	Basketball	203323	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#342 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $203,323 164.9% Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
343	Pitzer College	Water Polo	202400	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#343 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports $202,400 323.6% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
344	Pomona College	Water Polo	202400	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#344 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports $202,400 323.6% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
345	Aquinas College	Soccer	201528	89.88	920 – 1,150	19890	40161	#345 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Aquinas College Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Aquinas College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $201,528 830.6% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $19,890 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,161
346	California State University-Northridge	Softball	200949	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#346 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $200,949 132.3% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
347	Saint Leo University	Basketball	199855	72.1	980 – 1,190	19478	41619	#347 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL Based in Saint Leo, Saint Leo University accepts 72% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Leo University, there is a 55% first year retention rate and a 35% four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $199,855 16.6% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,478 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,619
348	Hilbert College	Basketball	199731	98	970 – 1,240	22224	45369	#348 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 98% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 71% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $199,731 0.0% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
349	Hampton University	Basketball	199587	62.25	810 – 1,100	28576	42721	#349 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Hampton University Hampton, VA Hampton University sits on a 314-acre campus, and it’s home to several research centers, including the Hampton University Proton Therapy Institute. It also has several National Historic Landmarks. 386 student athletes, known as the Pirates, compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Colonial Athletic Association. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $199,587 1,919.7% Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 810 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,721
350	Thomas University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	199502	43.16	920 – 1,140	19087	45305	#350 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $199,502 570.5% Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
351	Bowdoin College	Baseball	198468	7.13	1,470 – 1,550	23110	61692	#351 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $198,468 21.2% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $23,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
352	Soka University of America	Soccer	195717	69.52	1,220 – 1,460	18807	51242	#352 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Soka University of America Aliso Viejo, CA The Soka University of America, a fairly new school (founded in 2001), focuses on pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. It was created by the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, Daisaku Ikeda. Students enjoy a cozy 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $195,717 6,426.1% Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $18,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
353	Wesleyan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	195368	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#353 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $195,368 58.2% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
354	Aquinas College	Volleyball	194839	89.88	920 – 1,150	19890	40161	#354 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Aquinas College Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Aquinas College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $194,839 1,026.0% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $19,890 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,161
355	Pennsylvania Western University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	194776	94.33	960 – 1,180	19579	38474	#355 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Pennsylvania Western University California, PA Based in California, Pennsylvania Western University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 83% of students attending Pennsylvania Western University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports $194,776 0.0% Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,474
356	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Tennis	192730	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#356 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $192,730 748.5% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
357	Friends University	Weight Lifting	192412	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#357 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Weight Lifting Most Profitable Sports $192,412 28.4% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
358	Pennsylvania Western University	Volleyball	191718	94.33	960 – 1,180	19579	38474	#358 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Pennsylvania Western University California, PA Based in California, Pennsylvania Western University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 83% of students attending Pennsylvania Western University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $191,718 0.0% Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,474
359	North Central College	Track and Field (Indoor)	191057	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#359 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports $191,057 139.6% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
360	North Central College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	191057	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#360 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $191,057 139.6% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
361	Fresno Pacific University	Swimming	189370	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#361 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $189,370 0.0% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
362	Swarthmore College	Basketball	189304	7.46	1,490 – 1,560	17930	56211	#362 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Swarthmore College Swarthmore, PA Swarthmore College was one of the first coeducational colleges in the country. It is associated with the Tri-College Consortium and the Quaker Consortium, which means students can take classes at the University of Pennsylvania, Bryn Mawr, and Haverford, in addition to Swarthmore....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $189,304 9.8% Acceptance Rate 7.5% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,211
363	Saint Martin's University	Baseball	187361	89.8	940 – 1,170	22779	57998	#363 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Saint Martin's University Lacey, WA Located in Lacey, Saint Martin's University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 83% of students attending Saint Martin's University will receive institutional grant aid. 65% of students......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $187,361 122.0% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,998
364	Grand Valley State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	185522	83.02	1,110 – 1,370	17995	47840	#364 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI Based in Allendale, Grand Valley State University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 86% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $185,522 18,552,100.0% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $17,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,840
365	Madonna University	Other Sports	184976	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#365 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $184,976 7,866.2% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
366	Wesleyan University	Football	184810	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#366 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $184,810 8.0% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
367	Union University	Cross Country	184735	60.16	1,120 – 1,380	27191	45505	#367 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Union University Jackson, TN Union University athletes are known as the Bulldogs. Previously a NCAA Division I school, they’ve won several championships while part of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). Today, athletes compete in the Gulf South Conference....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $184,735 9.9% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,191 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,505
368	Lawrence Technological University	Track and Field (Indoor)	184264	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#368 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports $184,264 252.7% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
369	Lawrence Technological University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	184263	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#369 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $184,263 252.7% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
370	Wesleyan University	Rowing	181928	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#370 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports $181,928 43.0% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
371	Wesleyan University	Field Hockey	181879	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#371 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports $181,879 55.5% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
372	Oklahoma Christian University	Baseball	180001	97.07	1,040 – 1,280	21810	43281	#372 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Oklahoma Christian University Edmond, OK Known as the Bald Eagles, there are 392 athletes at Oklahoma Christian University. You’ll also find a Bald Eagle on their seal and sideline, where Eagle cheers them on. 98% receive grant aid, and OC also provides its full-time students with laptops, iPhones, and iPads. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $180,001 239.2% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,810 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
373	Wesleyan University	Basketball	179896	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#373 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $179,896 1.6% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
374	Bowie State University	Basketball	179876	75	770 – 980	16117	43877	#374 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $179,876 80.1% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 770 – 980 Avg. Net Price $16,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
375	State University of New York at Oswego	Ice Hockey	179015	80.57	1,070 – 1,280	16923	46358	#375 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $179,015 10.6% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
376	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	Football	177991	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	21856	43309	#376 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA Found in Kutztown, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 91% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $177,991 50.6% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,856 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,309
377	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	Basketball	177930	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	21856	43309	#377 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA Found in Kutztown, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 91% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $177,930 25.5% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,856 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,309
378	West Chester University of Pennsylvania	Football	177292	78.16	1,110 – 1,280	21684	51013	#378 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs West Chester University of Pennsylvania West Chester, PA West Chester University of Pennsylvania is part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). Popular undergraduate majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Early Childhood Education and Teaching....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $177,292 279.6% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,684 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,013
379	Albany State University	Basketball	176803	97.14	790 – 940	13775	35579	#379 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Albany State University Albany, GA Found in Albany, Albany State University accepts 97% of applicants. They request $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 12% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $176,803 75.4% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 790 – 940 Avg. Net Price $13,775 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,579
380	The College of Saint Scholastica	Soccer	175786	93.89	1,080 – 1,280	23913	62332	#380 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 23% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $175,786 188.7% Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
381	California Baptist University	Other Sports	173902	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#381 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $173,902 185.7% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
382	Gannon University	Basketball	173604	74.16	1,060 – 1,290	23942	55319	#382 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Gannon University Erie, PA Based in Erie, Gannon University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 82% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $173,604 81.0% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $23,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,319
383	The University of Tampa	Baseball	173413	40.34	1,100 – 1,270	35975	48397	#383 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs The University of Tampa Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, The University of Tampa’s acceptance rate is 40%. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 85% and around 52% of students will graduate within four years. The top three majors among......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $173,413 34.5% Acceptance Rate 40.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $35,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,397
384	North Central College	Baseball	173153	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#384 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $173,153 33.4% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
385	Catawba College	Baseball	171944	75.21	960 – 1,240	18319	36912	#385 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Catawba College Salisbury, NC Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $171,944 309.6% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,319 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,912
386	Linfield University	Football	171924	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#386 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $171,924 57.7% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
387	Missouri Valley College	Softball	171862	52.69	900 – 1,070	18396	36902	#387 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 53% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 41% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $171,862 2,532.3% Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $18,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
388	Hampton University	Tennis	170944	62.25	810 – 1,100	28576	42721	#388 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Hampton University Hampton, VA Hampton University sits on a 314-acre campus, and it’s home to several research centers, including the Hampton University Proton Therapy Institute. It also has several National Historic Landmarks. 386 student athletes, known as the Pirates, compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Colonial Athletic Association. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $170,944 9,271.9% Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 810 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,721
389	Bradley University	Soccer	170780	76.75	1,060 – 1,290	24703	59114	#389 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Bradley University Peoria, IL Found in Peoria, Bradley University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Bradley University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and its four year graduation......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $170,780 243.8% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,703 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,114
390	Ottawa University-Ottawa	Softball	170321	80.03	860 – 1,100	28126	49139	#390 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 25% and 26% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $170,321 106.8% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
391	Eastern University	Football	170031	90.96	1,020 – 1,190	21900	41580	#391 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Eastern University Saint Davids, PA Found in Saint Davids, Eastern University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 83% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $170,031 Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
392	Whitworth University	Football	169658	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#392 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $169,658 808.7% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
393	Pennsylvania Western University	Wrestling	169428	94.33	960 – 1,180	19579	38474	#393 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Pennsylvania Western University California, PA Based in California, Pennsylvania Western University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 83% of students attending Pennsylvania Western University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports $169,428 0.0% Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,474
394	Washington University in St Louis	Basketball	168942	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#394 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $168,942 5.2% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
395	Dakota Wesleyan University	Softball	168890	72.77	970 – 1,250	21901	49432	#395 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 840 out of 1,150 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $168,890 1,951.6% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
396	Catawba College	Soccer	168130	75.21	960 – 1,240	18319	36912	#396 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Catawba College Salisbury, NC Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $168,130 359.2% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,319 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,912
397	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	167855	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#397 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $167,855 561.3% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
398	Grand Valley State University	Soccer	167465	83.02	1,110 – 1,370	17995	47840	#398 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI Based in Allendale, Grand Valley State University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 86% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $167,465 21.0% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $17,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,840
399	The University of Findlay	Tennis	166930	86.15	1,010 – 1,240	26215	49757	#399 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs The University of Findlay Findlay, OH Located in Findlay, The University of Findlay accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 72% and 47% of......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $166,930 2,049.9% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,757
400	Troy University	Baseball	166034	96.04	970 – 1,210	12504	39392	#400 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Troy University Troy, AL Found in Troy, Troy University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 59% of students at Troy University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and 30% of students will graduate in......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $166,034 148.0% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,392
401	Ottawa University-Surprise	Cross Country	165193	39.88	910 – 1,050	35030	49139	#401 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $165,193 69.6% Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $35,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
402	Point University	Swimming	164722	67.51	850 – 1,100	22622	36410	#402 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $164,722 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
403	Friends University	Golf	164247	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#403 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $164,247 20.7% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
404	University of West Florida	Football	163518	56.87	1,020 – 1,220	8908	42204	#404 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of West Florida Pensacola, FL Found in Pensacola, the University of West Florida accepts 57% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of students at the University of West Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $163,518 53.0% Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $8,908 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,204
405	Dakota Wesleyan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	163326	72.77	970 – 1,250	21901	49432	#405 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 840 out of 1,150 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $163,326 789.1% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
406	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Tennis	162627	84.3	1,010 – 1,280	23293	43046	#406 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $162,627 4.7% Acceptance Rate 84.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
407	Concordia University-Nebraska	Softball	162570	90.04	1,070 – 1,250	24099	44527	#407 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Concordia University-Nebraska Seward, NE Found in Seward, Concordia University-Nebraska accepts 90% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $25,326 each. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $162,570 811.8% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,527
408	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Volleyball	162425	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#408 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $162,425 631.7% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
409	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Soccer	162267	84.3	1,010 – 1,280	23293	43046	#409 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $162,267 45.6% Acceptance Rate 84.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
410	Missouri Valley College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	160319	52.69	900 – 1,070	18396	36902	#410 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 53% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 41% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $160,319 Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $18,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
411	Savannah State University	Golf	158995	83.68	890 – 1,010	8506	27494	#411 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Savannah State University Savannah, GA Based in Savannah, Savannah State University’s acceptance rate is 84% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 26% of students attending Savannah State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 62% and around 11% of students......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $158,995 2.2% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $8,506 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,494
412	Saint Anselm College	Basketball	158365	78.05	1,110 – 1,280	35091	63347	#412 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Saint Anselm College Manchester, NH Saint Anselm College is the third oldest Catholic college in New England, having been founded in 1889. The school has been the site of presidential policy speeches from John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon as well as several national presidential debates....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $158,365 16.1% Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $35,091 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,347
413	Fort Hays State University	Basketball	158000	91.77	940 – 1,340	13774	44428	#413 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Found in Hays, Fort Hays State University accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 78% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $158,000 40.8% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,774 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
414	Creighton University	Golf	157521	79.75	1,250 – 1,410	33364	63090	#414 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Creighton University Omaha, NE Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular area of study for undergraduates attending Creighton University. The school has an impressive 94% first year retention rate and 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $157,521 352.9% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $33,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,090
415	Barton College	Tennis	157142	94.2	950 – 1,150	23804	40785	#415 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Barton College Wilson, NC Found in Wilson, Barton College’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 65% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or less. Three popular areas of study among......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $157,142 0.0% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $23,804 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,785
416	Gordon College	Cross Country	156952	85.62	1,150 – 1,370	25250	45839	#416 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 33 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Biology/Biological Sciences, General program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $156,952 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
417	University of Rhode Island	Basketball	156902	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	20964	57446	#417 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $156,902 270.1% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
418	Oklahoma Christian University	Softball	156633	97.07	1,040 – 1,280	21810	43281	#418 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Oklahoma Christian University Edmond, OK Known as the Bald Eagles, there are 392 athletes at Oklahoma Christian University. You’ll also find a Bald Eagle on their seal and sideline, where Eagle cheers them on. 98% receive grant aid, and OC also provides its full-time students with laptops, iPhones, and iPads. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $156,633 65.0% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,810 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
419	Wingate University	Basketball	156313	91.13	990 – 1,210	21464	43992	#419 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Wingate University Wingate, NC Based in Wingate, Wingate University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $156,313 30.4% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,992
420	Oklahoma Christian University	Soccer	156271	97.07	1,040 – 1,280	21810	43281	#420 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Oklahoma Christian University Edmond, OK Known as the Bald Eagles, there are 392 athletes at Oklahoma Christian University. You’ll also find a Bald Eagle on their seal and sideline, where Eagle cheers them on. 98% receive grant aid, and OC also provides its full-time students with laptops, iPhones, and iPads. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $156,271 34.0% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,810 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
421	Ottawa University-Surprise	Bowling	156181	39.88	910 – 1,050	35030	49139	#421 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $156,181 Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $35,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
422	Southern University and A & M College	Bowling	155617	49.87	880 – 1,040	18937	33033	#422 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge, LA Located in Baton Rouge, Southern University and A & M College accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $155,617 16.1% Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 880 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $18,937 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,033
423	Thomas More University	Basketball	154618	97.03	1,040 – 1,190	21314	47148	#423 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Thomas More University Crestview Hills, KY Located in Crestview Hills, Thomas More University accepts 97% of applicants. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Thomas More University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $154,618 107.4% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,314 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,148
424	Lander University	Wrestling	154541	67.92	970 – 1,150	14657	36851	#424 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 64% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports $154,541 12.7% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
425	Clinton College	Basketball	152657	38.05	--	18768	24047	#425 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Clinton College Rock Hill, SC Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $152,657 0.0% Acceptance Rate 38.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,047
426	Columbia International University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	152591	94.61	950 – 1,210	21320	33929	#426 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Columbia International University Columbia, SC Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $152,591 1,136.5% Acceptance Rate 94.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,929
427	University of Virginia-Main Campus	Squash	152432	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	17831	72359	#427 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA Thomas Jefferson founded The University of Virginia, and the school’s Board of Visitors also included James Monroe and James Madison. The school's well known for its secret societies and sport accomplishments. The Cavaliers, who wear orange and blue, have over 30 championship wins. Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports $152,432 22.1% Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $17,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
428	Taylor University	Football	152268	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#428 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $152,268 630.5% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
429	Thomas University	Swimming	151417	43.16	920 – 1,140	19087	45305	#429 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $151,417 930.0% Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
430	Point University	Lacrosse	150894	67.51	850 – 1,100	22622	36410	#430 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $150,894 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
431	Blue Mountain Christian University	Baseball	149632	100	980 – 1,240	16525	35401	#431 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Blue Mountain Christian University was originally a women's school when it opened in 1873. It only became coeducational in 2005. During the last admissions cycle, 56% of accepted students enrolled....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $149,632 0.0% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,401
432	Great Lakes Christian College	Soccer	149196	94.69	--	19390	28240	#432 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Great Lakes Christian College Lansing, MI Found in Lansing, Great Lakes Christian College accepts 95% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 79% of students at Great Lakes Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 53% and around 11% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $149,196 220.3% Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,240
433	Virginia Union University	Football	148965	97.8	800 – 1,000	18496	27977	#433 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,700 last year. 14% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $148,965 27.0% Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $18,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
434	University of Nebraska at Omaha	Swimming and Diving (combined)	148858	87.27	1,010 – 1,240	13284	45494	#434 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports $148,858 3.5% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
435	University of Alaska Fairbanks	Ice Hockey	148733	62.12	1,030 – 1,270	9985	40746	#435 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, AK UAF, otherwise known as “Alaska,” is a flagship, land grant, space grant, and sea grant school. 71% of attending students receive institutional grant aid, $6,016 on average. Blue and gold are the official colors of UAF and the mascot is Nanook, a mighty polar bear of Inuit legend....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $148,733 389.3% Acceptance Rate 62.1% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $9,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,746
436	Swarthmore College	Soccer	147503	7.46	1,490 – 1,560	17930	56211	#436 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Swarthmore College Swarthmore, PA Swarthmore College was one of the first coeducational colleges in the country. It is associated with the Tri-College Consortium and the Quaker Consortium, which means students can take classes at the University of Pennsylvania, Bryn Mawr, and Haverford, in addition to Swarthmore....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $147,503 47.0% Acceptance Rate 7.5% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,211
437	North Central College	Wrestling	146670	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#437 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports $146,670 115.6% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
438	Le Moyne-Owen College	Baseball	146378	97.17	800 – 930	8362	25992	#438 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Le Moyne-Owen College Memphis, TN Based in Memphis, Le Moyne-Owen College’s acceptance rate is 97% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 44% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 48% of students continued studying at Le Moyne-Owen College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $146,378 Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 800 – 930 Avg. Net Price $8,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,992
439	Fresno Pacific University	Water Polo	146102	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#439 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports $146,102 1,251.3% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
440	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	Softball	145579	92.26	970 – 1,180	13156	39485	#440 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches, LA Found in Natchitoches, Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 92% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $145,579 581.6% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,485
441	Michigan Technological University	Ice Hockey	145327	83.53	1,150 – 1,370	17928	69672	#441 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI Michigan Technological University offers over 185 degree programs across five colleges: Engineering, Computing, Sciences and Arts, Business, and Forest Resources and Environmental Science. Many students choose to study Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $145,327 348.0% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $17,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,672
442	Barton College	Football	144971	94.2	950 – 1,150	23804	40785	#442 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Barton College Wilson, NC Found in Wilson, Barton College’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 65% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or less. Three popular areas of study among......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $144,971 0.0% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $23,804 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,785
443	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	Soccer	144861	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#443 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $144,861 46.1% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
444	Benedictine University	Football	143413	95.23	1,010 – 1,300	24570	50222	#444 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Benedictine University Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, Benedictine University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $143,413 281.9% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $24,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
445	Emory University	Softball	143114	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#445 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $143,114 24.2% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
446	Berry College	Golf	143092	64	1,120 – 1,320	25383	45014	#446 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Berry College Mount Berry, GA Located in Mount Berry, Berry College accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Berry College, there is a 84% first year retention rate and around 66%......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $143,092 11.7% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,014
447	Fort Hays State University	Football	142778	91.77	940 – 1,340	13774	44428	#447 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Found in Hays, Fort Hays State University accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 78% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $142,778 55.4% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,774 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
448	Johns Hopkins University	Lacrosse	142755	6.44	1,520 – 1,580	22844	86306	#448 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD Johns Hopkins University was founded in 1876 and named for its first benefactor. The first research university in the country, its motto in Latin is “veritas vos liberabit,” or “the truth will set you free.” The Blue Jays men’s lacrosse team plays in the Big Ten Conference as an affiliate member and has over 40 national titles....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $142,755 144.3% Acceptance Rate 6.4% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $22,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,306
449	Thomas More University	Soccer	141886	97.03	1,040 – 1,190	21314	47148	#449 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Thomas More University Crestview Hills, KY Located in Crestview Hills, Thomas More University accepts 97% of applicants. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Thomas More University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $141,886 10.1% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,314 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,148
450	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	Baseball	141833	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#450 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $141,833 474.8% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
451	Bentley University	Baseball	141773	45.05	1,290 – 1,430	43858	86679	#451 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Bentley University Waltham, MA A private school, Bentley University offers students up to Doctor's degrees. It originally opened as the Bentley School of Accounting and Finance, and today many students choose to major in Finance, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Business Statistics....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $141,773 108.5% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $43,858 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,679
452	Duke University	Softball	141471	5.71	1,520 – 1,560	23422	85792	#452 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Duke University Durham, NC Methodists and Quakers founded Duke University in 1838. The school has produced 50 Rhodes Scholars, three Turing Award winners, and 15 Noble laureates. Known as the Blue Devils, the university’s colors are Duke blue and white....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $141,471 217.8% Acceptance Rate 5.7% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,792
453	Valley City State University	Basketball	141302	99.07	930 – 1,180	13841	45820	#453 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Valley City State University Valley City, ND Found in Valley City, Valley City State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 94% of students at Valley City State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 35% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $141,302 2,799.1% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,841 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,820
454	Hampton University	Soccer	140756	62.25	810 – 1,100	28576	42721	#454 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Hampton University Hampton, VA Hampton University sits on a 314-acre campus, and it’s home to several research centers, including the Hampton University Proton Therapy Institute. It also has several National Historic Landmarks. 386 student athletes, known as the Pirates, compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Colonial Athletic Association. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $140,756 268.6% Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 810 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,721
455	San Diego State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	140745	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#455 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $140,745 19.5% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
456	Point University	Golf	140141	67.51	850 – 1,100	22622	36410	#456 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $140,141 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
457	Georgia College & State University	Soccer	139211	87.79	1,070 – 1,240	19769	50644	#457 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Georgia College & State University Milledgeville, GA Found in Milledgeville, Georgia College & State University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 13% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $139,211 29.2% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,644
458	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Softball	138989	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#458 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $138,989 864.1% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
459	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	Volleyball	138790	83.77	930 – 1,240	12942	50140	#459 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 72% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $138,790 0.0% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
460	Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	138455	85.55	980 – 1,220	23344	45010	#460 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg, PA Based in Shippensburg, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 86% and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 69% of students at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $138,455 1.7% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,344 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,010
461	Cornell College	Basketball	138054	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#461 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs 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 Most Profitable Sports $138,054 10.7% 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
462	Linfield University	Baseball	138046	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#462 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $138,046 2.0% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
463	Bowdoin College	Lacrosse	137933	7.13	1,470 – 1,550	23110	61692	#463 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $137,933 8.4% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $23,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
464	Fairmont State University	Basketball	137862	99.24	910 – 1,100	10993	41197	#464 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $137,862 210.1% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
465	Azusa Pacific University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	137658	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#465 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $137,658 8.7% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
466	Valley City State University	Football	137635	99.07	930 – 1,180	13841	45820	#466 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Valley City State University Valley City, ND Found in Valley City, Valley City State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 94% of students at Valley City State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 35% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $137,635 266.6% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,841 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,820
467	University of Providence	Basketball	136646	50.28	830 – 1,140	21175	37734	#467 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Providence Great Falls, MT Located in Great Falls, the University of Providence accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Providence, there is a 71% first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $136,646 67.5% Acceptance Rate 50.3% SAT Score 830 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,734
468	Abilene Christian University	Golf	135464	66.04	1,010 – 1,250	28311	46727	#468 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $135,464 13.4% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $28,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,727
469	Binghamton University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	135066	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#469 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $135,066 96.1% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
470	Binghamton University	Lacrosse	135066	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#470 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $135,066 96.6% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
471	Binghamton University	Soccer	135066	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#471 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $135,066 96.6% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
472	University of Massachusetts-Lowell	Ice Hockey	135021	82.96	1,190 – 1,380	17624	61467	#472 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell, MA Located in Lowell, the University of Massachusetts-Lowell accepts 83% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 84% and its......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $135,021 49.4% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,624 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,467
473	Saint Leo University	Baseball	134673	72.1	980 – 1,190	19478	41619	#473 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL Based in Saint Leo, Saint Leo University accepts 72% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Leo University, there is a 55% first year retention rate and a 35% four year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $134,673 20.0% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,478 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,619
474	Texas Southern University	Baseball	134578	93.35	830 – 1,010	15021	32986	#474 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Texas Southern University Houston, TX Located in Houston, Texas Southern University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requires $42 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $134,578 16.0% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $15,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,986
475	St Olaf College	Basketball	134046	48.32	1,310 – 1,450	27282	48373	#475 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 45 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $134,046 68.4% Acceptance Rate 48.3% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $27,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
476	Tulane University of Louisiana	Swimming and Diving (combined)	133935	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#476 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports $133,935 350.0% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
477	Missouri Valley College	Basketball	133915	52.69	900 – 1,070	18396	36902	#477 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 53% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 41% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $133,915 8,290.5% Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $18,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
478	Washington University in St Louis	Soccer	133091	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#478 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $133,091 3,484.5% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
479	Lawrence Technological University	Tennis	132716	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#479 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $132,716 404.9% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
480	Texas Wesleyan University	Golf	131972	62.39	970 – 1,120	21169	44773	#480 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 89% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 41% and around 17%......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $131,972 47.6% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $21,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
481	Wesleyan University	Volleyball	131325	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#481 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $131,325 42.5% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
482	Wingate University	Football	130922	91.13	990 – 1,210	21464	43992	#482 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Wingate University Wingate, NC Based in Wingate, Wingate University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $130,922 200.8% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,992
483	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Soccer	130816	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#483 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $130,816 34.4% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
484	Point University	Basketball	130710	67.51	850 – 1,100	22622	36410	#484 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $130,710 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
485	Walsh University	Baseball	130355	78.15	1,040 – 1,260	21009	50090	#485 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Walsh University North Canton, OH Found in North Canton, Walsh University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Walsh University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of students continued their......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $130,355 30.2% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $21,009 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,090
486	University of Mary Washington	Volleyball	129989	79.78	1,190 – 1,380	21615	49411	#486 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg, VA Located in Fredericksburg, the University of Mary Washington accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending the University of Mary Washington will receive grant aid from the......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $129,989 9,164.8% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $21,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,411
487	Xavier University of Louisiana	Softball	129988	69.04	990 – 1,160	17874	40643	#487 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Xavier University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA Xavier University of Louisiana is the only Catholic HBCU. It opened first as a high school in 1915, becoming a university in 1925. XULA has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students major in Biology/Biological Sciences, General. 307 athletes are known as the Golf Rush and Gold Nuggets....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $129,988 788.2% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,643
488	Montreat College	Golf	129562	65.55	970 – 1,140	26294	39763	#488 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Montreat College Montreat, NC Located in Montreat, Montreat College accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students attending Montreat College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $129,562 0.0% Acceptance Rate 65.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $26,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,763
489	Catawba College	Golf	129078	75.21	960 – 1,240	18319	36912	#489 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Catawba College Salisbury, NC Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $129,078 46.6% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,319 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,912
490	Columbia International University	Softball	128878	94.61	950 – 1,210	21320	33929	#490 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Columbia International University Columbia, SC Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $128,878 1,119.4% Acceptance Rate 94.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,929
491	Southern Utah University	Soccer	128849	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#491 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $128,849 8.6% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
492	Eastern University	Baseball	128281	90.96	1,020 – 1,190	21900	41580	#492 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Eastern University Saint Davids, PA Found in Saint Davids, Eastern University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 83% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $128,281 24.6% Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
493	Dickinson College	Lacrosse	128280	42.09	1,340 – 1,460	40242	57110	#493 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 42% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $128,280 205.2% Acceptance Rate 42.1% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $40,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
494	Swarthmore College	Tennis	128093	7.46	1,490 – 1,560	17930	56211	#494 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Swarthmore College Swarthmore, PA Swarthmore College was one of the first coeducational colleges in the country. It is associated with the Tri-College Consortium and the Quaker Consortium, which means students can take classes at the University of Pennsylvania, Bryn Mawr, and Haverford, in addition to Swarthmore....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $128,093 39.0% Acceptance Rate 7.5% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,211
495	Reinhardt University	Baseball	127217	60.17	970 – 1,170	27507	40411	#495 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Reinhardt University Waleska, GA Based in Waleska, Reinhardt University accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Reinhardt University will receive institutional grant aid. At Reinhardt University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 20% of students will earn a degree......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $127,217 14.4% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $27,507 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,411
496	Georgetown University	Softball	126999	12.91	1,400 – 1,550	37967	83222	#496 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Georgetown University Washington, DC A private Jesuit research university, Georgetown University was founded as the Georgetown College in 1789 by Bishop John Carroll. It’s the oldest Catholic institution of higher education in the country and offers over 50 majors. Past graduates include Bill Clinton, Lyndon B....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $126,999 296.9% Acceptance Rate 12.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $37,967 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,222
497	Saint Leo University	Golf	126483	72.1	980 – 1,190	19478	41619	#497 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL Based in Saint Leo, Saint Leo University accepts 72% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Leo University, there is a 55% first year retention rate and a 35% four year......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $126,483 35.2% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,478 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,619
498	Vermont State University	Softball	126162	83.23	860 – 1,060	21253	41340	#498 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Vermont State University Randolph, VT Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $126,162 Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 860 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $21,253 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,340
499	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Wrestling	125906	32.47	1,150 – 1,330	5173	96770	#499 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,390 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports $125,906 1.6% Acceptance Rate 32.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $5,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
500	Gordon College	Golf	125782	85.62	1,150 – 1,370	25250	45839	#500 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 33 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Biology/Biological Sciences, General program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $125,782 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839