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This ranking is based on which sports at each institution are the most profitable. Profitable sports programs generally indicate that sports teams on that campus are competitive and draw many fans to games or outings.

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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	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Football	76812607	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
2	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Football	73795813	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
3	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Football	64435389	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
4	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Football	58660265	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
5	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Football	45470740	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
6	University of Iowa	Football	36307924	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
7	Northwestern University	Football	34934119	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
8	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Football	33060426	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
9	Purdue University-Main Campus	Football	30166409	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
10	Michigan State University	Football	30144127	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
11	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Football	29660744	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
12	University of Maryland-College Park	Football	28906499	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
13	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Basketball	14385886	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
14	Indiana University-Bloomington	Basketball	10833512	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
15	Michigan State University	Basketball	8627259	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
16	Purdue University-Main Campus	Basketball	8231266	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
17	Purdue University-Main Campus	Volleyball	4839888	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
18	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Basketball	3010004	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
19	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Basketball	2967042	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
20	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Basketball	1584436	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
21	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Basketball	1572068	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
22	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Volleyball	1342281	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
23	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Basketball	226360	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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
24	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	3	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $3 100.0% 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
25	Indiana University-Bloomington	Baseball	0	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
26	Indiana University-Bloomington	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
27	Indiana University-Bloomington	Field Hockey	0	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- 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
28	Indiana University-Bloomington	Football	0	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Football Most Profitable Sports -- 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
29	Indiana University-Bloomington	Golf	0	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Golf Most Profitable Sports -- 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
30	Indiana University-Bloomington	Rowing	0	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Rowing Most Profitable Sports -- 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
31	Indiana University-Bloomington	Soccer	0	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- 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
32	Indiana University-Bloomington	Softball	0	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
33	Indiana University-Bloomington	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
34	Indiana University-Bloomington	Tennis	0	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- 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
35	Indiana University-Bloomington	Volleyball	0	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
36	Indiana University-Bloomington	Water Polo	0	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Water Polo Most Profitable Sports -- 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
37	Indiana University-Bloomington	Wrestling	0	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- 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
38	Michigan State University	Baseball	0	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
39	Michigan State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
40	Michigan State University	Field Hockey	0	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- 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
41	Michigan State University	Golf	0	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Golf Most Profitable Sports -- 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
42	Michigan State University	Gymnastics	0	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports -- 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
43	Michigan State University	Ice Hockey	0	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- 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
44	Michigan State University	Rowing	0	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Rowing Most Profitable Sports -- 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
45	Michigan State University	Soccer	0	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- 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
46	Michigan State University	Softball	0	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
47	Michigan State University	Volleyball	0	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
48	Michigan State University	Wrestling	0	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- 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
49	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Baseball	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
50	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Diving	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Diving Most Profitable Sports -- 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
51	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Fencing	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Fencing Most Profitable Sports -- 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
52	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Field Hockey	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- 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
53	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Golf	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Golf Most Profitable Sports -- 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
54	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Gymnastics	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports -- 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
55	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Ice Hockey	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- 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
56	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Lacrosse	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- 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
57	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Rifle	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Rifle Most Profitable Sports -- 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
58	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Rowing	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Rowing Most Profitable Sports -- 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
59	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Soccer	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- 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
60	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Softball	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
61	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Swimming	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- 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
62	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Synchronized Swimming	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Synchronized Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- 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
63	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Tennis	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- 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
64	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Volleyball	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
65	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Wrestling	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- 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
66	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Other Sports	0	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- 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
67	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Baseball	0	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
68	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Basketball	0	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
69	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
70	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Field Hockey	0	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
71	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Football	0	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
72	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Golf	0	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
73	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Gymnastics	0	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
74	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Lacrosse	0	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
75	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Rowing	0	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
76	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Soccer	0	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
77	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Softball	0	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
78	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
79	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Tennis	0	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
80	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Volleyball	0	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
81	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	Wrestling	0	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
82	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Beach Volleyball	-197406	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
83	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Rifle	-537336	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Rifle Most Profitable Sports -- 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
84	Northwestern University	Cross Country	-587212	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- 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
85	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Bowling	-636634	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Bowling Most Profitable Sports -- 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
86	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Fencing	-677124	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Fencing Most Profitable Sports -- 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
87	Northwestern University	Wrestling	-701361	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- 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
88	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Field Hockey	-726211	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- 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
89	Northwestern University	Fencing	-856499	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Fencing Most Profitable Sports -- 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
90	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Golf	-874507	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Golf Most Profitable Sports -- 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
91	Northwestern University	Tennis	-977312	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- 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
92	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Ice Hockey	-981546	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- 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
93	Michigan State University	Tennis	-988934	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- 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
94	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Ice Hockey	-1007642	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- 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
95	University of Maryland-College Park	Track and Field (Outdoor)	-1008021	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
96	University of Maryland-College Park	Tennis	-1073738	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- 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
97	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Ice Hockey	-1081871	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- 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
98	Northwestern University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-1084717	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
99	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Tennis	-1092960	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- 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
100	Northwestern University	Field Hockey	-1173967	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- 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
101	University of Iowa	Tennis	-1182487	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- 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
102	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Volleyball	-1255544	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
103	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Wrestling	-1274715	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- 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
104	Northwestern University	Volleyball	-1322424	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
105	University of Maryland-College Park	Golf	-1342712	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Golf Most Profitable Sports -- 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
106	University of Iowa	Basketball	-1372989	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
107	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Gymnastics	-1405377	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports -- 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	Purdue University-Main Campus	Wrestling	-1411646	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- 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
109	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Tennis	-1436981	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- 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
110	Northwestern University	Lacrosse	-1446670	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- 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
111	University of Iowa	Golf	-1447502	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- 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
112	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-1452535	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
113	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Softball	-1472557	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
114	Northwestern University	Softball	-1472618	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
115	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Golf	-1486468	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Golf Most Profitable Sports -- 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
116	Northwestern University	Golf	-1493170	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Golf Most Profitable Sports -- 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
117	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Wrestling	-1494872	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- 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
118	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Wrestling	-1504277	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- 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
119	Purdue University-Main Campus	Tennis	-1513708	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- 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
120	University of Maryland-College Park	Softball	-1519836	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
121	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Golf	-1545813	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Golf Most Profitable Sports -- 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
122	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Water Polo	-1551753	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Water Polo Most Profitable Sports -- 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
123	Purdue University-Main Campus	Golf	-1569116	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Golf Most Profitable Sports -- 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
124	University of Maryland-College Park	Wrestling	-1601862	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#124 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- 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
125	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Tennis	-1616534	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#125 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- 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
126	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Golf	-1618475	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#126 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Golf Most Profitable Sports -- 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
127	University of Maryland-College Park	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-1623487	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#127 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
128	University of Maryland-College Park	Field Hockey	-1633429	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#128 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- 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
129	Purdue University-Main Campus	Softball	-1669009	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#129 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
130	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Volleyball	-1701007	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#130 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
131	University of Maryland-College Park	Gymnastics	-1722505	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#131 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports -- 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
132	University of Iowa	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-1725703	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#132 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
133	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Golf	-1767713	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#133 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Golf Most Profitable Sports -- 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
134	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Wrestling	-1769824	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#134 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- 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
135	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Field Hockey	-1779352	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#135 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- 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
136	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Softball	-1790188	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#136 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
137	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-1791234	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#137 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
138	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Volleyball	-1802522	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#138 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
139	Purdue University-Main Campus	Soccer	-1806018	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#139 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- 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
140	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Wrestling	-1808997	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#140 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- 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
141	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Softball	-1816575	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#141 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
142	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Soccer	-1827759	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#142 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- 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
143	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Golf	-1833656	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#143 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Golf Most Profitable Sports -- 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
144	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Soccer	-1855965	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#144 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- 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
145	Northwestern University	Soccer	-1863356	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#145 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- 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
146	University of Iowa	Gymnastics	-1864922	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#146 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports -- 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
147	Northwestern University	Baseball	-1869603	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#147 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
148	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Tennis	-1891680	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#148 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- 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
149	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Softball	-1947095	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#149 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
150	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Baseball	-2008637	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#150 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
151	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Volleyball	-2023058	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#151 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
152	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Baseball	-2049271	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#152 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
153	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-2072340	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#153 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
154	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Soccer	-2073747	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#154 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- 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
155	University of Maryland-College Park	Volleyball	-2092672	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#155 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
156	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Gymnastics	-2102507	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#156 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports -- 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
157	University of Iowa	Field Hockey	-2203049	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#157 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- 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
158	University of Maryland-College Park	Baseball	-2248197	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#158 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
159	University of Iowa	Softball	-2261371	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#159 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
160	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Wrestling	-2273285	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#160 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- 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
161	Purdue University-Main Campus	Baseball	-2286804	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#161 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
162	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Rowing	-2328655	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#162 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Rowing Most Profitable Sports -- 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
163	University of Iowa	Soccer	-2387008	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#163 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- 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
164	University of Iowa	Volleyball	-2387395	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#164 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
165	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Tennis	-2391049	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#165 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- 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
166	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Tennis	-2402498	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#166 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- 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
167	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Baseball	-2406698	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#167 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
168	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Softball	-2408112	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#168 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
169	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Gymnastics	-2433983	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#169 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports -- 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
170	University of Iowa	Rowing	-2587293	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#170 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports -- 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
171	Purdue University-Main Campus	Swimming	-2624650	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#171 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- 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
172	University of Iowa	Wrestling	-2638886	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#172 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- 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
173	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Baseball	-2689276	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#173 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
174	University of Iowa	Baseball	-2751474	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#174 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
175	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Lacrosse	-2777364	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#175 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- 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
176	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Gymnastics	-2785258	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#176 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports -- 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
177	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-2853650	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#177 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
178	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-2941039	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#178 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
179	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-3045193	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#179 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
180	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Baseball	-3105861	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#180 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
181	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Soccer	-3314185	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#181 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- 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
182	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Basketball	-3317778	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#182 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
183	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Ice Hockey	-3352434	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#183 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- 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
184	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Soccer	-3375506	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#184 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- 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
185	Purdue University-Main Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-3446201	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#185 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
186	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Rowing	-3479092	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#186 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Rowing Most Profitable Sports -- 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
187	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Volleyball	-3495403	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#187 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
188	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Gymnastics	-3522080	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#188 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports -- 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
189	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Rowing	-3720744	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#189 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Rowing Most Profitable Sports -- 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
190	University of Maryland-College Park	Soccer	-3763304	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#190 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- 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
191	University of Maryland-College Park	Lacrosse	-3890961	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#191 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- 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
192	Northwestern University	Basketball	-3938650	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#192 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
193	University of Maryland-College Park	Basketball	-4007040	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#193 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
194	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-4246793	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#194 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
195	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-4328748	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#195 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
196	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Soccer	-4343187	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#196 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- 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
197	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-4388223	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#197 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
198	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Softball	-4417876	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#198 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports -- 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
199	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-4758967	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#199 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
200	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-5139255	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#200 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
201	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Lacrosse	-5579250	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#201 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- 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
202	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-5738197	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#202 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference 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 Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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
203	University of Iowa	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-5959266	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#203 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- 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

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$76,812,607 2.3%

15.6%

1,370 – 1,530

$19,005

$73,762

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference

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$73,795,813 2.3%

87.5%

1,110 – 1,320

$18,029

$47,692

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference

Football

$64,435,389 28.2%

45.2%

1,350 – 1,480

$14,216

$61,275

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference

Football

$58,660,265 4.2%

60.6%

1,250 – 1,430

$27,450

$55,620

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference

Football

$45,470,740 23.2%

79.8%

1,260 – 1,420

$16,730

$57,984

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference

Football

$36,307,924 13.5%

83.6%

1,100 – 1,320

$20,121

$52,696

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference

Football

$34,934,119 10.5%

7.2%

1,480 – 1,560

$23,341

$76,844

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference

Football

$33,060,426 39.8%

60.6%

1,250 – 1,440

$19,575

$51,438

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference

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$30,166,409 6.9%

49.8%

1,220 – 1,490

$12,421

$60,838

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference

Football

$30,144,127 24.7%

84.8%

1,120 – 1,330

$24,630

$55,084

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Big Ten Conference

Football

$29,660,744 16.1%

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1,380 – 1,530

$14,297

$64,802

$76,812,607
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$36,307,924
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$33,060,426
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$28,906,499
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$14,385,886
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$10,833,512
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$8,627,259
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$8,231,266
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$4,839,888
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$3,010,004
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