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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	Bowie State University	Football	1141874	82.4	900 – 1,190	17287	43877	#1 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $1,141,874 6,887.2% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
2	Bowie State University	Basketball	420582	82.4	900 – 1,190	17287	43877	#2 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $420,582 133.8% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
3	Bowie State University	Track and Field (Indoor)	399162	82.4	900 – 1,190	17287	43877	#3 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports $399,162 621.6% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
4	Bowie State University	Cross Country	291256	82.4	900 – 1,190	17287	43877	#4 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $291,256 219.0% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
5	Virginia Union University	Football	220527	98.02	850 – 890	11483	27977	#5 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,800 last year. 11% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $220,527 48.0% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 850 – 890 Avg. Net Price $11,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
6	Bowie State University	Tennis	204223	82.4	900 – 1,190	17287	43877	#6 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $204,223 680.1% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
7	Bowie State University	Softball	193044	82.4	900 – 1,190	17287	43877	#7 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $193,044 348.4% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
8	Bowie State University	Volleyball	168619	82.4	900 – 1,190	17287	43877	#8 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $168,619 2,563.8% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
9	Virginia Union University	Basketball	144662	98.02	850 – 890	11483	27977	#9 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,800 last year. 11% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $144,662 1,994.7% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 850 – 890 Avg. Net Price $11,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
10	Livingstone College	Football	122769	59.25	800 – 980	12826	24024	#10 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 77% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 71%......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $122,769 69.1% Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 800 – 980 Avg. Net Price $12,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
11	Bowie State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	120836	82.4	900 – 1,190	17287	43877	#11 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $120,836 1,029.6% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
12	Virginia Union University	Golf	19450	98.02	850 – 890	11483	27977	#12 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,800 last year. 11% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $19,450 138.3% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 850 – 890 Avg. Net Price $11,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
13	Virginia Union University	Track and Field (Indoor)	12650	98.02	850 – 890	11483	27977	#13 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,800 last year. 11% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports $12,650 114.2% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 850 – 890 Avg. Net Price $11,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
14	Virginia Union University	Softball	5919	98.02	850 – 890	11483	27977	#14 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,800 last year. 11% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $5,919 66.1% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 850 – 890 Avg. Net Price $11,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
15	Virginia Union University	Bowling	2190	98.02	850 – 890	11483	27977	#15 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,800 last year. 11% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $2,190 111.9% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 850 – 890 Avg. Net Price $11,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
16	Livingstone College	Softball	1000	59.25	800 – 980	12826	24024	#16 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 77% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 71%......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $1,000 101.1% Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 800 – 980 Avg. Net Price $12,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
17	Virginia Union University	Volleyball	1000	98.02	850 – 890	11483	27977	#17 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,800 last year. 11% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $1,000 117.2% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 850 – 890 Avg. Net Price $11,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
18	Virginia Union University	Cross Country	600	98.02	850 – 890	11483	27977	#18 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,800 last year. 11% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $600 101.1% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 850 – 890 Avg. Net Price $11,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
19	Livingstone College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	7	59.25	800 – 980	12826	24024	#19 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 77% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 71%......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $7 Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 800 – 980 Avg. Net Price $12,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
20	Bluefield State University	Baseball	0	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#20 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
21	Bluefield State University	Basketball	0	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#21 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
22	Bluefield State University	Football	0	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#22 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
23	Bluefield State University	Golf	0	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#23 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
24	Bluefield State University	Soccer	0	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#24 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
25	Bluefield State University	Softball	0	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#25 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
26	Bluefield State University	Tennis	0	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#26 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
27	Bluefield State University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#27 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
28	Bluefield State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#28 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
29	Bluefield State University	Cross Country	0	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#29 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
30	Bluefield State University	Volleyball	0	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#30 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
31	Bluefield State University	Wrestling	0	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#31 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
32	Bluefield State University	Other Sports	0	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#32 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
33	Claflin University	Baseball	0	64.93	870 – 1,010	17272	29227	#33 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 8,130 applications during the last admissions cycle. 7% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 64.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $17,272 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
34	Claflin University	Basketball	0	64.93	870 – 1,010	17272	29227	#34 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 8,130 applications during the last admissions cycle. 7% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 64.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $17,272 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
35	Claflin University	Softball	0	64.93	870 – 1,010	17272	29227	#35 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 8,130 applications during the last admissions cycle. 7% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 64.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $17,272 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
36	Claflin University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	64.93	870 – 1,010	17272	29227	#36 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 8,130 applications during the last admissions cycle. 7% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 64.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $17,272 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
37	Claflin University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	64.93	870 – 1,010	17272	29227	#37 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 8,130 applications during the last admissions cycle. 7% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 64.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $17,272 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
38	Claflin University	Cross Country	0	64.93	870 – 1,010	17272	29227	#38 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 8,130 applications during the last admissions cycle. 7% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 64.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $17,272 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
39	Claflin University	Volleyball	0	64.93	870 – 1,010	17272	29227	#39 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 8,130 applications during the last admissions cycle. 7% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 64.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $17,272 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
40	Elizabeth City State University	Basketball	0	86.71	780 – 1,050	6483	33776	#40 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 89% of students receive grant aid – about $10,732 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 780 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $6,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
41	Elizabeth City State University	Football	0	86.71	780 – 1,050	6483	33776	#41 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 89% of students receive grant aid – about $10,732 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 780 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $6,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
42	Elizabeth City State University	Golf	0	86.71	780 – 1,050	6483	33776	#42 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 89% of students receive grant aid – about $10,732 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 780 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $6,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
43	Elizabeth City State University	Softball	0	86.71	780 – 1,050	6483	33776	#43 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 89% of students receive grant aid – about $10,732 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 780 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $6,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
44	Elizabeth City State University	Tennis	0	86.71	780 – 1,050	6483	33776	#44 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 89% of students receive grant aid – about $10,732 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 780 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $6,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
45	Elizabeth City State University	Cross Country	0	86.71	780 – 1,050	6483	33776	#45 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 89% of students receive grant aid – about $10,732 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 780 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $6,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
46	Elizabeth City State University	Volleyball	0	86.71	780 – 1,050	6483	33776	#46 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 89% of students receive grant aid – about $10,732 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 780 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $6,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
47	Elizabeth City State University	Bowling	0	86.71	780 – 1,050	6483	33776	#47 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 89% of students receive grant aid – about $10,732 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 780 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $6,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
48	Fayetteville State University	Basketball	0	68.9	810 – 990	7811	37831	#48 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 810 – 990 Avg. Net Price $7,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
49	Fayetteville State University	Football	0	68.9	810 – 990	7811	37831	#49 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 810 – 990 Avg. Net Price $7,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
50	Fayetteville State University	Golf	0	68.9	810 – 990	7811	37831	#50 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 810 – 990 Avg. Net Price $7,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
51	Fayetteville State University	Softball	0	68.9	810 – 990	7811	37831	#51 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 810 – 990 Avg. Net Price $7,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
52	Fayetteville State University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	68.9	810 – 990	7811	37831	#52 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 810 – 990 Avg. Net Price $7,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
53	Fayetteville State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	68.9	810 – 990	7811	37831	#53 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 810 – 990 Avg. Net Price $7,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
54	Fayetteville State University	Cross Country	0	68.9	810 – 990	7811	37831	#54 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 810 – 990 Avg. Net Price $7,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
55	Fayetteville State University	Volleyball	0	68.9	810 – 990	7811	37831	#55 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 810 – 990 Avg. Net Price $7,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
56	Fayetteville State University	Bowling	0	68.9	810 – 990	7811	37831	#56 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 810 – 990 Avg. Net Price $7,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
57	Johnson C Smith University	Basketball	0	45.21	790 – 980	19705	31478	#57 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
58	Johnson C Smith University	Football	0	45.21	790 – 980	19705	31478	#58 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
59	Johnson C Smith University	Golf	0	45.21	790 – 980	19705	31478	#59 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
60	Johnson C Smith University	Softball	0	45.21	790 – 980	19705	31478	#60 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
61	Johnson C Smith University	Tennis	0	45.21	790 – 980	19705	31478	#61 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
62	Johnson C Smith University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	45.21	790 – 980	19705	31478	#62 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
63	Johnson C Smith University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	45.21	790 – 980	19705	31478	#63 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
64	Johnson C Smith University	Cross Country	0	45.21	790 – 980	19705	31478	#64 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
65	Johnson C Smith University	Volleyball	0	45.21	790 – 980	19705	31478	#65 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
66	Johnson C Smith University	Bowling	0	45.21	790 – 980	19705	31478	#66 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
67	Lincoln University	Baseball	0	64.31	820 – 960	14473	32865	#67 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. The school has a 76% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $14,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
68	Lincoln University	Basketball	0	64.31	820 – 960	14473	32865	#68 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. The school has a 76% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $14,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
69	Lincoln University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	64.31	820 – 960	14473	32865	#69 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. The school has a 76% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $14,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
70	Lincoln University	Football	0	64.31	820 – 960	14473	32865	#70 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. The school has a 76% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $14,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
71	Lincoln University	Soccer	0	64.31	820 – 960	14473	32865	#71 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. The school has a 76% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $14,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
72	Lincoln University	Softball	0	64.31	820 – 960	14473	32865	#72 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. The school has a 76% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $14,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
73	Lincoln University	Volleyball	0	64.31	820 – 960	14473	32865	#73 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. The school has a 76% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $14,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
74	Livingstone College	Golf	0	59.25	800 – 980	12826	24024	#74 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 77% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 71%......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 800 – 980 Avg. Net Price $12,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
75	Livingstone College	Bowling	0	59.25	800 – 980	12826	24024	#75 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 77% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 71%......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 800 – 980 Avg. Net Price $12,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
76	Shaw University	Basketball	0	80.16	660 – 870	16445	26148	#76 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 75% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 660 – 870 Avg. Net Price $16,445 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
77	Shaw University	Football	0	80.16	660 – 870	16445	26148	#77 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 75% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 660 – 870 Avg. Net Price $16,445 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
78	Shaw University	Soccer	0	80.16	660 – 870	16445	26148	#78 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 75% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 660 – 870 Avg. Net Price $16,445 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
79	Shaw University	Softball	0	80.16	660 – 870	16445	26148	#79 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 75% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 660 – 870 Avg. Net Price $16,445 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
80	Shaw University	Tennis	0	80.16	660 – 870	16445	26148	#80 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 75% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 660 – 870 Avg. Net Price $16,445 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
81	Shaw University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	80.16	660 – 870	16445	26148	#81 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 75% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 660 – 870 Avg. Net Price $16,445 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
82	Shaw University	Cross Country	0	80.16	660 – 870	16445	26148	#82 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 75% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 660 – 870 Avg. Net Price $16,445 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
83	Shaw University	Volleyball	0	80.16	660 – 870	16445	26148	#83 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 75% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 660 – 870 Avg. Net Price $16,445 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
84	Shaw University	Bowling	0	80.16	660 – 870	16445	26148	#84 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 75% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 660 – 870 Avg. Net Price $16,445 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
85	Virginia State University	Baseball	0	88.63	840 – 1,070	17840	33630	#85 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 14% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $17,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
86	Virginia State University	Basketball	0	88.63	840 – 1,070	17840	33630	#86 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 14% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $17,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
87	Virginia State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	88.63	840 – 1,070	17840	33630	#87 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 14% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $17,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
88	Virginia State University	Football	0	88.63	840 – 1,070	17840	33630	#88 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 14% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $17,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
89	Virginia State University	Golf	0	88.63	840 – 1,070	17840	33630	#89 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 14% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $17,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
90	Virginia State University	Lacrosse	0	88.63	840 – 1,070	17840	33630	#90 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 14% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $17,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
91	Virginia State University	Soccer	0	88.63	840 – 1,070	17840	33630	#91 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 14% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $17,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
92	Virginia State University	Softball	0	88.63	840 – 1,070	17840	33630	#92 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 14% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $17,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
93	Virginia State University	Tennis	0	88.63	840 – 1,070	17840	33630	#93 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 14% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $17,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
94	Virginia State University	Volleyball	0	88.63	840 – 1,070	17840	33630	#94 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 14% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $17,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
95	Virginia State University	Bowling	0	88.63	840 – 1,070	17840	33630	#95 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 14% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $17,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
96	Virginia Union University	Tennis	0	98.02	850 – 890	11483	27977	#96 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,800 last year. 11% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 850 – 890 Avg. Net Price $11,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
97	Virginia Union University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	98.02	850 – 890	11483	27977	#97 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,800 last year. 11% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 850 – 890 Avg. Net Price $11,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
98	Winston-Salem State University	Basketball	0	78.26	850 – 1,040	12989	40557	#98 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
99	Winston-Salem State University	Football	0	78.26	850 – 1,040	12989	40557	#99 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
100	Winston-Salem State University	Golf	0	78.26	850 – 1,040	12989	40557	#100 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
101	Winston-Salem State University	Softball	0	78.26	850 – 1,040	12989	40557	#101 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
102	Winston-Salem State University	Tennis	0	78.26	850 – 1,040	12989	40557	#102 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
103	Winston-Salem State University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	78.26	850 – 1,040	12989	40557	#103 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
104	Winston-Salem State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	78.26	850 – 1,040	12989	40557	#104 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
105	Winston-Salem State University	Cross Country	0	78.26	850 – 1,040	12989	40557	#105 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
106	Winston-Salem State University	Volleyball	0	78.26	850 – 1,040	12989	40557	#106 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
107	Livingstone College	Tennis	-76	59.25	800 – 980	12826	24024	#107 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 77% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 71%......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 800 – 980 Avg. Net Price $12,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
108	Bowie State University	Bowling	-5633	82.4	900 – 1,190	17287	43877	#108 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
109	Livingstone College	Volleyball	-6000	59.25	800 – 980	12826	24024	#109 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 77% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 71%......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 800 – 980 Avg. Net Price $12,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
110	Livingstone College	Basketball	-100000	59.25	800 – 980	12826	24024	#110 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 77% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 71%......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 800 – 980 Avg. Net Price $12,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024

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2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Football

$1,141,874 6,887.2%

82.4%

900 – 1,190

$17,287

$43,877

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Basketball

$420,582 133.8%

82.4%

900 – 1,190

$17,287

$43,877

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Track and Field (Indoor)

$399,162 621.6%

82.4%

900 – 1,190

$17,287

$43,877

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Cross Country

$291,256 219.0%

82.4%

900 – 1,190

$17,287

$43,877

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Football

$220,527 48.0%

98.0%

850 – 890

$11,483

$27,977

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Tennis

$204,223 680.1%

82.4%

900 – 1,190

$17,287

$43,877

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Softball

$193,044 348.4%

82.4%

900 – 1,190

$17,287

$43,877

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Volleyball

$168,619 2,563.8%

82.4%

900 – 1,190

$17,287

$43,877

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Basketball

$144,662 1,994.7%

98.0%

850 – 890

$11,483

$27,977

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Football

$122,769 69.1%

59.3%

800 – 980

$12,826

$24,024

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Track and Field (Outdoor)

$120,836 1,029.6%

82.4%

900 – 1,190

$17,287

$43,877

$1,141,874
6,887.2%

$420,582
133.8%

$399,162
621.6%

$291,256
219.0%

$220,527
48.0%

$204,223
680.1%

$193,044
348.4%

$168,619
2,563.8%

$144,662
1,994.7%

$122,769
69.1%

$120,836
1,029.6%

$19,450
138.3%

$12,650
114.2%

$5,919
66.1%

$2,190
111.9%

$1,000
101.1%

$1,000
117.2%

$600
101.1%