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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	Texas Lutheran University	Basketball	111242	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	23600	48125	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $111,242 381.9% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
2	LeTourneau University	Soccer	104607	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	27007	51058	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $104,607 616.6% Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
3	Sul Ross State University	Soccer	103709	95.62	900 – 1,100	12240	34340	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Found in Alpine, Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 48% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $103,709 45,386.4% Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,240 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340
4	Hardin-Simmons University	Golf	77785	96.53	970 – 1,190	21321	44392	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 97% 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 currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $77,785 21.4% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
5	Sul Ross State University	Football	75147	95.62	900 – 1,100	12240	34340	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Found in Alpine, Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 48% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $75,147 151.6% Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,240 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340
6	The University of Texas at Dallas	Soccer	70229	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	13464	57249	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 22,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $70,229 55.0% Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $13,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
7	Sul Ross State University	Baseball	66542	95.62	900 – 1,100	12240	34340	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Found in Alpine, Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 48% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $66,542 6.8% Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,240 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340
8	Hardin-Simmons University	Tennis	64363	96.53	970 – 1,190	21321	44392	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 97% 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 currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $64,363 441.4% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
9	LeTourneau University	Basketball	63213	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	27007	51058	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $63,213 495.6% Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
10	Sul Ross State University	Softball	56163	95.62	900 – 1,100	12240	34340	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Found in Alpine, Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 48% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $56,163 248.5% Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,240 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340
11	Sul Ross State University	Basketball	51903	95.62	900 – 1,100	12240	34340	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Found in Alpine, Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 48% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $51,903 47.0% Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,240 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340
12	Sul Ross State University	Volleyball	47001	95.62	900 – 1,100	12240	34340	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Found in Alpine, Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 48% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $47,001 10.3% Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,240 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340
13	Hardin-Simmons University	Basketball	45841	96.53	970 – 1,190	21321	44392	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 97% 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 currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $45,841 74.5% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
14	Howard Payne University	Golf	42379	67.69	920 – 1,130	25768	38212	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $42,379 3,192.9% Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $25,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
15	Texas Lutheran University	Baseball	38335	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	23600	48125	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $38,335 447.0% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
16	The University of Texas at Dallas	Golf	34396	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	13464	57249	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 22,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $34,396 148.9% Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $13,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
17	The University of Texas at Dallas	Basketball	33595	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	13464	57249	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 22,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $33,595 62.6% Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $13,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
18	Howard Payne University	Softball	31371	67.69	920 – 1,130	25768	38212	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $31,371 1,126.2% Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $25,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
19	Texas Lutheran University	Softball	31322	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	23600	48125	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $31,322 41.3% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
20	Hardin-Simmons University	Softball	27541	96.53	970 – 1,190	21321	44392	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 97% 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 currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $27,541 328.4% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
21	LeTourneau University	Volleyball	27000	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	27007	51058	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $27,000 176.5% Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
22	Howard Payne University	Tennis	26855	67.69	920 – 1,130	25768	38212	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $26,855 700.0% Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $25,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
23	Howard Payne University	Volleyball	24443	67.69	920 – 1,130	25768	38212	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $24,443 348.7% Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $25,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
24	Howard Payne University	Soccer	20900	67.69	920 – 1,130	25768	38212	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $20,900 55.0% Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $25,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
25	Howard Payne University	Baseball	20449	67.69	920 – 1,130	25768	38212	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $20,449 7.8% Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $25,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
26	LeTourneau University	Baseball	20253	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	27007	51058	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $20,253 171.6% Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
27	Texas Lutheran University	Golf	17401	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	23600	48125	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $17,401 39.4% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
28	Hardin-Simmons University	Baseball	16053	96.53	970 – 1,190	21321	44392	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 97% 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 currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $16,053 68.9% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
29	LeTourneau University	Cross Country	14585	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	27007	51058	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $14,585 Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
30	LeTourneau University	Track and Field (Indoor)	14422	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	27007	51058	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports $14,422 Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
31	LeTourneau University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	14422	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	27007	51058	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $14,422 Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
32	LeTourneau University	Softball	14051	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	27007	51058	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $14,051 104.7% Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
33	Hardin-Simmons University	Soccer	12506	96.53	970 – 1,190	21321	44392	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 97% 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 currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $12,506 71.9% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
34	Texas Lutheran University	Tennis	12207	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	23600	48125	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $12,207 12.5% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
35	LeTourneau University	Golf	9000	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	27007	51058	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $9,000 52.7% Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
36	Hardin-Simmons University	Volleyball	7344	96.53	970 – 1,190	21321	44392	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 97% 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 currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $7,344 87.9% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
37	Howard Payne University	Basketball	6987	67.69	920 – 1,130	25768	38212	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $6,987 82.5% Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $25,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
38	McMurry University	Volleyball	6100	57.04	960 – 1,170	20817	38647	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $6,100 0.0% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
39	McMurry University	Golf	5550	57.04	960 – 1,170	20817	38647	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $5,550 0.0% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
40	McMurry University	Baseball	5093	57.04	960 – 1,170	20817	38647	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $5,093 3,758.3% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
41	Texas Lutheran University	Cross Country	4416	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	23600	48125	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $4,416 125.3% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
42	LeTourneau University	Tennis	4000	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	27007	51058	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $4,000 70.9% Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
43	McMurry University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	2500	57.04	960 – 1,170	20817	38647	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $2,500 3.2% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
44	Texas Lutheran University	Volleyball	1782	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	23600	48125	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $1,782 106.2% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
45	McMurry University	Basketball	1585	57.04	960 – 1,170	20817	38647	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $1,585 81.1% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
46	The University of Texas at Dallas	Volleyball	1040	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	13464	57249	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 22,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $1,040 94.9% Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $13,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
47	University of the Ozarks	Baseball	1	59.51	1,040 – 1,200	16651	37651	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of the Ozarks Clarksville, AR Based in Clarksville, the University of the Ozarks accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending the University of the Ozarks will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $1 0.0% Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,651
48	University of the Ozarks	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1	59.51	1,040 – 1,200	16651	37651	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of the Ozarks Clarksville, AR Based in Clarksville, the University of the Ozarks accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending the University of the Ozarks will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $1 0.0% Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,651
49	University of the Ozarks	Softball	1	59.51	1,040 – 1,200	16651	37651	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of the Ozarks Clarksville, AR Based in Clarksville, the University of the Ozarks accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending the University of the Ozarks will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $1 0.0% Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,651
50	Austin College	Baseball	0	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	24777	45242	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Business/Commerce, General. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
51	Austin College	Basketball	0	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	24777	45242	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Business/Commerce, General. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
52	Austin College	Football	0	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	24777	45242	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Business/Commerce, General. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
53	Austin College	Soccer	0	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	24777	45242	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Business/Commerce, General. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
54	Austin College	Softball	0	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	24777	45242	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Business/Commerce, General. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
55	Austin College	Swimming	0	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	24777	45242	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Business/Commerce, General. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
56	Austin College	Tennis	0	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	24777	45242	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Business/Commerce, General. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
57	Austin College	Volleyball	0	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	24777	45242	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Business/Commerce, General. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
58	Austin College	Water Polo	0	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	24777	45242	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Business/Commerce, General. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
59	Austin College	Other Sports	0	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	24777	45242	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Business/Commerce, General. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
60	Concordia University Texas	Baseball	0	91.06	1,010 – 1,210	23621	48058	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Concordia University Texas Austin, TX Located in Austin, Concordia University Texas accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Concordia University Texas currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,058
61	Concordia University Texas	Basketball	0	91.06	1,010 – 1,210	23621	48058	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Concordia University Texas Austin, TX Located in Austin, Concordia University Texas accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Concordia University Texas currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,058
62	Concordia University Texas	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	91.06	1,010 – 1,210	23621	48058	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Concordia University Texas Austin, TX Located in Austin, Concordia University Texas accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Concordia University Texas currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,058
63	Concordia University Texas	Golf	0	91.06	1,010 – 1,210	23621	48058	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Concordia University Texas Austin, TX Located in Austin, Concordia University Texas accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Concordia University Texas currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,058
64	Concordia University Texas	Soccer	0	91.06	1,010 – 1,210	23621	48058	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Concordia University Texas Austin, TX Located in Austin, Concordia University Texas accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Concordia University Texas currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,058
65	Concordia University Texas	Softball	0	91.06	1,010 – 1,210	23621	48058	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Concordia University Texas Austin, TX Located in Austin, Concordia University Texas accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Concordia University Texas currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,058
66	Concordia University Texas	Tennis	0	91.06	1,010 – 1,210	23621	48058	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Concordia University Texas Austin, TX Located in Austin, Concordia University Texas accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Concordia University Texas currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,058
67	Concordia University Texas	Volleyball	0	91.06	1,010 – 1,210	23621	48058	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Concordia University Texas Austin, TX Located in Austin, Concordia University Texas accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Concordia University Texas currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,058
68	East Texas Baptist University	Baseball	0	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
69	East Texas Baptist University	Basketball	0	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
70	East Texas Baptist University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
71	East Texas Baptist University	Football	0	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
72	East Texas Baptist University	Golf	0	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
73	East Texas Baptist University	Gymnastics	0	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
74	East Texas Baptist University	Soccer	0	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
75	East Texas Baptist University	Softball	0	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
76	East Texas Baptist University	Tennis	0	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
77	East Texas Baptist University	Volleyball	0	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
78	East Texas Baptist University	Beach Volleyball	0	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
79	McMurry University	Football	0	57.04	960 – 1,170	20817	38647	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
80	McMurry University	Soccer	0	57.04	960 – 1,170	20817	38647	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
81	McMurry University	Softball	0	57.04	960 – 1,170	20817	38647	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
82	McMurry University	Swimming	0	57.04	960 – 1,170	20817	38647	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
83	McMurry University	Tennis	0	57.04	960 – 1,170	20817	38647	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
84	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	Baseball	0	95.76	990 – 1,220	29904	48368	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
85	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	Basketball	0	95.76	990 – 1,220	29904	48368	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
86	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	Football	0	95.76	990 – 1,220	29904	48368	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
87	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	Golf	0	95.76	990 – 1,220	29904	48368	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
88	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	Soccer	0	95.76	990 – 1,220	29904	48368	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
89	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	Softball	0	95.76	990 – 1,220	29904	48368	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
90	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	Tennis	0	95.76	990 – 1,220	29904	48368	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
91	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	Cross Country	0	95.76	990 – 1,220	29904	48368	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
92	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	Volleyball	0	95.76	990 – 1,220	29904	48368	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
93	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	Other Sports	0	95.76	990 – 1,220	29904	48368	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
94	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	Beach Volleyball	0	95.76	990 – 1,220	29904	48368	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
95	University of the Ozarks	Basketball	0	59.51	1,040 – 1,200	16651	37651	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of the Ozarks Clarksville, AR Based in Clarksville, the University of the Ozarks accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending the University of the Ozarks will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,651
96	University of the Ozarks	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	59.51	1,040 – 1,200	16651	37651	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of the Ozarks Clarksville, AR Based in Clarksville, the University of the Ozarks accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending the University of the Ozarks will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,651
97	University of the Ozarks	Swimming	0	59.51	1,040 – 1,200	16651	37651	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of the Ozarks Clarksville, AR Based in Clarksville, the University of the Ozarks accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending the University of the Ozarks will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,651
98	University of the Ozarks	Tennis	0	59.51	1,040 – 1,200	16651	37651	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of the Ozarks Clarksville, AR Based in Clarksville, the University of the Ozarks accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending the University of the Ozarks will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,651
99	University of the Ozarks	Wrestling	0	59.51	1,040 – 1,200	16651	37651	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of the Ozarks Clarksville, AR Based in Clarksville, the University of the Ozarks accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending the University of the Ozarks will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,651
100	University of the Ozarks	Other Sports	-1	59.51	1,040 – 1,200	16651	37651	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of the Ozarks Clarksville, AR Based in Clarksville, the University of the Ozarks accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending the University of the Ozarks will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,651
101	University of the Ozarks	Soccer	-2	59.51	1,040 – 1,200	16651	37651	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference University of the Ozarks Clarksville, AR Based in Clarksville, the University of the Ozarks accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending the University of the Ozarks will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,651
102	Hardin-Simmons University	Track and Field (Indoor)	-409	96.53	970 – 1,190	21321	44392	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 97% 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 currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
103	Hardin-Simmons University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	-409	96.53	970 – 1,190	21321	44392	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 97% 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 currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
104	The University of Texas at Dallas	Tennis	-2738	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	13464	57249	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 22,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $13,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
105	Hardin-Simmons University	Cross Country	-2883	96.53	970 – 1,190	21321	44392	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 97% 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 currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
106	Texas Lutheran University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	-5245	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	23600	48125	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
107	The University of Texas at Dallas	Softball	-7945	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	13464	57249	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 22,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $13,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
108	The University of Texas at Dallas	Baseball	-8296	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	13464	57249	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 22,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $13,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
109	The University of Texas at Dallas	Cross Country	-13398	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	13464	57249	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 22,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $13,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
110	The University of Texas at Dallas	Track and Field (Outdoor)	-14495	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	13464	57249	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 22,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $13,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
111	Texas Lutheran University	Soccer	-15673	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	23600	48125	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
112	Hardin-Simmons University	Football	-16206	96.53	970 – 1,190	21321	44392	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 97% 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 currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
113	Texas Lutheran University	Football	-21244	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	23600	48125	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
114	Howard Payne University	Football	-32088	67.69	920 – 1,130	25768	38212	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $25,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
115	Sul Ross State University	Tennis	-54358	95.62	900 – 1,100	12240	34340	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Found in Alpine, Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 48% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,240 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340
116	Texas Lutheran University	Other Sports	-57677	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	23600	48125	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
117	Sul Ross State University	Cross Country	-61005	95.62	900 – 1,100	12240	34340	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Found in Alpine, Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 48% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,240 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference

Basketball

$111,242 381.9%

95.7%

1,040 – 1,240

$23,600

$48,125

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference

Soccer

$104,607 616.6%

38.0%

1,030 – 1,350

$27,007

$51,058

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference

Soccer

$103,709 45,386.4%

95.6%

900 – 1,100

$12,240

$34,340

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference

Golf

$77,785 21.4%

96.5%

970 – 1,190

$21,321

$44,392

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference

Football

$75,147 151.6%

95.6%

900 – 1,100

$12,240

$34,340

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference

Soccer

$70,229 55.0%

65.1%

1,170 – 1,420

$13,464

$57,249

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference

Baseball

$66,542 6.8%

95.6%

900 – 1,100

$12,240

$34,340

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference

Tennis

$64,363 441.4%

96.5%

970 – 1,190

$21,321

$44,392

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference

Basketball

$63,213 495.6%

38.0%

1,030 – 1,350

$27,007

$51,058

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference

Softball

$56,163 248.5%

95.6%

900 – 1,100

$12,240

$34,340

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – American Southwest Conference

Basketball

$51,903 47.0%

95.6%

900 – 1,100

$12,240

$34,340

$111,242
381.9%

$104,607
616.6%

$103,709
45,386.4%

$77,785
21.4%

$75,147
151.6%

$70,229
55.0%

$66,542
6.8%

$64,363
441.4%

$63,213
495.6%

$56,163
248.5%

$51,903
47.0%

$47,001
10.3%

$45,841
74.5%

$42,379
3,192.9%

$38,335
447.0%

$34,396
148.9%

$33,595
62.6%

$31,371
1,126.2%