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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	Southern Nazarene University	Golf	108798	77.03	930 – 1,180	19825	48255	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southern Nazarene University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $108,798 124.6% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
2	Ouachita Baptist University	Tennis	96469	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	22087	41697	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia, AR Ouachita Baptist University, associated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, first opened in 1886. 577 athletes are known as the Tigers wear purple and gold while competing in Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, and other sports....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $96,469 54.6% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,697
3	Ouachita Baptist University	Volleyball	80534	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	22087	41697	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia, AR Ouachita Baptist University, associated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, first opened in 1886. 577 athletes are known as the Tigers wear purple and gold while competing in Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, and other sports....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $80,534 18,286.8% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,697
4	Southern Nazarene University	Softball	74367	77.03	930 – 1,180	19825	48255	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southern Nazarene University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $74,367 316.9% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
5	Southern Nazarene University	Basketball	73869	77.03	930 – 1,180	19825	48255	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southern Nazarene University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $73,869 66.4% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
6	Southern Nazarene University	Equestrian	70073	77.03	930 – 1,180	19825	48255	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southern Nazarene University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports $70,073 3.5% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
7	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	Football	66008	66.43	890 – 1,100	12067	39997	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $66,008 0.0% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
8	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	Basketball	59932	66.43	890 – 1,100	12067	39997	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $59,932 77.0% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
9	Ouachita Baptist University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	58880	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	22087	41697	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia, AR Ouachita Baptist University, associated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, first opened in 1886. 577 athletes are known as the Tigers wear purple and gold while competing in Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, and other sports....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $58,880 40.1% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,697
10	Ouachita Baptist University	Cross Country	50358	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	22087	41697	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia, AR Ouachita Baptist University, associated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, first opened in 1886. 577 athletes are known as the Tigers wear purple and gold while competing in Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, and other sports....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $50,358 59.1% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,697
11	Ouachita Baptist University	Basketball	42897	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	22087	41697	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia, AR Ouachita Baptist University, associated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, first opened in 1886. 577 athletes are known as the Tigers wear purple and gold while competing in Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, and other sports....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $42,897 11.7% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,697
12	Ouachita Baptist University	Track and Field (Indoor)	40286	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	22087	41697	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia, AR Ouachita Baptist University, associated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, first opened in 1886. 577 athletes are known as the Tigers wear purple and gold while competing in Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, and other sports....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports $40,286 121.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,697
13	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	Rodeo	28940	66.43	890 – 1,100	12067	39997	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Rodeo Most Profitable Sports $28,940 0.0% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
14	Ouachita Baptist University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	18769	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	22087	41697	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia, AR Ouachita Baptist University, associated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, first opened in 1886. 577 athletes are known as the Tigers wear purple and gold while competing in Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, and other sports....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports $18,769 973.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,697
15	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	Baseball	17368	66.43	890 – 1,100	12067	39997	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $17,368 58.9% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
16	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	9663	66.43	890 – 1,100	12067	39997	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $9,663 5.2% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
17	Ouachita Baptist University	Football	9647	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	22087	41697	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia, AR Ouachita Baptist University, associated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, first opened in 1886. 577 athletes are known as the Tigers wear purple and gold while competing in Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, and other sports....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $9,647 146.7% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,697
18	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	Cross Country	9381	66.43	890 – 1,100	12067	39997	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $9,381 137.3% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
19	Southern Nazarene University	Bowling	9189	77.03	930 – 1,180	19825	48255	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southern Nazarene University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $9,189 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
20	Ouachita Baptist University	Soccer	6163	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	22087	41697	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia, AR Ouachita Baptist University, associated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, first opened in 1886. 577 athletes are known as the Tigers wear purple and gold while competing in Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, and other sports....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $6,163 531.6% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,697
21	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	Golf	1377	66.43	890 – 1,100	12067	39997	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $1,377 0.0% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
22	Ouachita Baptist University	Softball	505	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	22087	41697	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia, AR Ouachita Baptist University, associated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, first opened in 1886. 577 athletes are known as the Tigers wear purple and gold while competing in Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, and other sports....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $505 93.5% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,697
23	Arkansas Tech University	Baseball	0	95.89	930 – 1,180	11443	37638	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Arkansas Tech University Russellville, AR Based in Russellville, Arkansas Tech University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,638
24	Arkansas Tech University	Basketball	0	95.89	930 – 1,180	11443	37638	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Arkansas Tech University Russellville, AR Based in Russellville, Arkansas Tech University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,638
25	Arkansas Tech University	Football	0	95.89	930 – 1,180	11443	37638	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Arkansas Tech University Russellville, AR Based in Russellville, Arkansas Tech University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,638
26	Arkansas Tech University	Golf	0	95.89	930 – 1,180	11443	37638	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Arkansas Tech University Russellville, AR Based in Russellville, Arkansas Tech University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,638
27	Arkansas Tech University	Softball	0	95.89	930 – 1,180	11443	37638	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Arkansas Tech University Russellville, AR Based in Russellville, Arkansas Tech University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,638
28	Arkansas Tech University	Tennis	0	95.89	930 – 1,180	11443	37638	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Arkansas Tech University Russellville, AR Based in Russellville, Arkansas Tech University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,638
29	Arkansas Tech University	Cross Country	0	95.89	930 – 1,180	11443	37638	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Arkansas Tech University Russellville, AR Based in Russellville, Arkansas Tech University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,638
30	Arkansas Tech University	Volleyball	0	95.89	930 – 1,180	11443	37638	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Arkansas Tech University Russellville, AR Based in Russellville, Arkansas Tech University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,638
31	East Central University	Baseball	0	58.15	930 – 1,180	9355	40677	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference East Central University Ada, OK Located in Ada, East Central University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 55% of students attending East Central University will receive grant aid from the school. 61% of students continued their......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $9,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,677
32	East Central University	Basketball	0	58.15	930 – 1,180	9355	40677	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference East Central University Ada, OK Located in Ada, East Central University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 55% of students attending East Central University will receive grant aid from the school. 61% of students continued their......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $9,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,677
33	East Central University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	58.15	930 – 1,180	9355	40677	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference East Central University Ada, OK Located in Ada, East Central University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 55% of students attending East Central University will receive grant aid from the school. 61% of students continued their......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $9,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,677
34	East Central University	Football	0	58.15	930 – 1,180	9355	40677	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference East Central University Ada, OK Located in Ada, East Central University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 55% of students attending East Central University will receive grant aid from the school. 61% of students continued their......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $9,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,677
35	East Central University	Soccer	0	58.15	930 – 1,180	9355	40677	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference East Central University Ada, OK Located in Ada, East Central University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 55% of students attending East Central University will receive grant aid from the school. 61% of students continued their......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $9,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,677
36	East Central University	Softball	0	58.15	930 – 1,180	9355	40677	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference East Central University Ada, OK Located in Ada, East Central University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 55% of students attending East Central University will receive grant aid from the school. 61% of students continued their......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $9,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,677
37	East Central University	Volleyball	0	58.15	930 – 1,180	9355	40677	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference East Central University Ada, OK Located in Ada, East Central University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 55% of students attending East Central University will receive grant aid from the school. 61% of students continued their......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $9,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,677
38	Harding University	Baseball	0	39.42	1,080 – 1,310	21069	43555	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Harding University Searcy, AR In the last admissions cycle, Harding University 93% of accepted students decided to attend the following fall. In addition, 98% of students attending Harding receive institutional grant aid to help them afford tuition. Student athletes are known as the Bisons, and they wear black and gold....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 39.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,555
39	Harding University	Basketball	0	39.42	1,080 – 1,310	21069	43555	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Harding University Searcy, AR In the last admissions cycle, Harding University 93% of accepted students decided to attend the following fall. In addition, 98% of students attending Harding receive institutional grant aid to help them afford tuition. Student athletes are known as the Bisons, and they wear black and gold....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 39.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,555
40	Harding University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	39.42	1,080 – 1,310	21069	43555	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Harding University Searcy, AR In the last admissions cycle, Harding University 93% of accepted students decided to attend the following fall. In addition, 98% of students attending Harding receive institutional grant aid to help them afford tuition. Student athletes are known as the Bisons, and they wear black and gold....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 39.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,555
41	Harding University	Football	0	39.42	1,080 – 1,310	21069	43555	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Harding University Searcy, AR In the last admissions cycle, Harding University 93% of accepted students decided to attend the following fall. In addition, 98% of students attending Harding receive institutional grant aid to help them afford tuition. Student athletes are known as the Bisons, and they wear black and gold....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 39.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,555
42	Harding University	Golf	0	39.42	1,080 – 1,310	21069	43555	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Harding University Searcy, AR In the last admissions cycle, Harding University 93% of accepted students decided to attend the following fall. In addition, 98% of students attending Harding receive institutional grant aid to help them afford tuition. Student athletes are known as the Bisons, and they wear black and gold....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 39.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,555
43	Harding University	Soccer	0	39.42	1,080 – 1,310	21069	43555	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Harding University Searcy, AR In the last admissions cycle, Harding University 93% of accepted students decided to attend the following fall. In addition, 98% of students attending Harding receive institutional grant aid to help them afford tuition. Student athletes are known as the Bisons, and they wear black and gold....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 39.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,555
44	Harding University	Softball	0	39.42	1,080 – 1,310	21069	43555	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Harding University Searcy, AR In the last admissions cycle, Harding University 93% of accepted students decided to attend the following fall. In addition, 98% of students attending Harding receive institutional grant aid to help them afford tuition. Student athletes are known as the Bisons, and they wear black and gold....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 39.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,555
45	Harding University	Tennis	0	39.42	1,080 – 1,310	21069	43555	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Harding University Searcy, AR In the last admissions cycle, Harding University 93% of accepted students decided to attend the following fall. In addition, 98% of students attending Harding receive institutional grant aid to help them afford tuition. Student athletes are known as the Bisons, and they wear black and gold....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 39.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,555
46	Harding University	Volleyball	0	39.42	1,080 – 1,310	21069	43555	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Harding University Searcy, AR In the last admissions cycle, Harding University 93% of accepted students decided to attend the following fall. In addition, 98% of students attending Harding receive institutional grant aid to help them afford tuition. Student athletes are known as the Bisons, and they wear black and gold....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 39.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,555
47	Henderson State University	Baseball	0	81.92	900 – 1,080	16929	35194	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR Located in Arkadelphia, Henderson State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Henderson State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,194
48	Henderson State University	Basketball	0	81.92	900 – 1,080	16929	35194	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR Located in Arkadelphia, Henderson State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Henderson State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,194
49	Henderson State University	Football	0	81.92	900 – 1,080	16929	35194	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR Located in Arkadelphia, Henderson State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Henderson State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,194
50	Henderson State University	Golf	0	81.92	900 – 1,080	16929	35194	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR Located in Arkadelphia, Henderson State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Henderson State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,194
51	Henderson State University	Softball	0	81.92	900 – 1,080	16929	35194	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR Located in Arkadelphia, Henderson State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Henderson State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,194
52	Henderson State University	Swimming	0	81.92	900 – 1,080	16929	35194	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR Located in Arkadelphia, Henderson State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Henderson State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,194
53	Henderson State University	Tennis	0	81.92	900 – 1,080	16929	35194	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR Located in Arkadelphia, Henderson State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Henderson State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,194
54	Henderson State University	Cross Country	0	81.92	900 – 1,080	16929	35194	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR Located in Arkadelphia, Henderson State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Henderson State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,194
55	Henderson State University	Volleyball	0	81.92	900 – 1,080	16929	35194	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR Located in Arkadelphia, Henderson State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Henderson State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,194
56	Oklahoma Baptist University	Baseball	0	63.27	1,010 – 1,210	25099	42581	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma Baptist University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
57	Oklahoma Baptist University	Basketball	0	63.27	1,010 – 1,210	25099	42581	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma Baptist University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
58	Oklahoma Baptist University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	63.27	1,010 – 1,210	25099	42581	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma Baptist University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
59	Oklahoma Baptist University	Football	0	63.27	1,010 – 1,210	25099	42581	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma Baptist University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
60	Oklahoma Baptist University	Golf	0	63.27	1,010 – 1,210	25099	42581	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma Baptist University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
61	Oklahoma Baptist University	Soccer	0	63.27	1,010 – 1,210	25099	42581	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma Baptist University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
62	Oklahoma Baptist University	Softball	0	63.27	1,010 – 1,210	25099	42581	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma Baptist University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
63	Oklahoma Baptist University	Volleyball	0	63.27	1,010 – 1,210	25099	42581	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma Baptist University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
64	Oklahoma Baptist University	Other Sports	0	63.27	1,010 – 1,210	25099	42581	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma Baptist University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
65	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	Baseball	0	80.34	960 – 1,140	8064	40734	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 59% and its four year graduation rate is 16%. Many students attending this school......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
66	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	Basketball	0	80.34	960 – 1,140	8064	40734	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 59% and its four year graduation rate is 16%. Many students attending this school......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
67	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	80.34	960 – 1,140	8064	40734	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 59% and its four year graduation rate is 16%. Many students attending this school......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
68	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	Football	0	80.34	960 – 1,140	8064	40734	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 59% and its four year graduation rate is 16%. Many students attending this school......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
69	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	Golf	0	80.34	960 – 1,140	8064	40734	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 59% and its four year graduation rate is 16%. Many students attending this school......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
70	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	Softball	0	80.34	960 – 1,140	8064	40734	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 59% and its four year graduation rate is 16%. Many students attending this school......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
71	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	Tennis	0	80.34	960 – 1,140	8064	40734	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 59% and its four year graduation rate is 16%. Many students attending this school......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
72	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	Volleyball	0	80.34	960 – 1,140	8064	40734	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 59% and its four year graduation rate is 16%. Many students attending this school......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
73	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	Rodeo	0	80.34	960 – 1,140	8064	40734	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 59% and its four year graduation rate is 16%. Many students attending this school......Read more Sport Rodeo Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
74	Southern Arkansas University Main Campus	Baseball	0	75.33	930 – 1,180	14164	37008	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia, AR Based in Magnolia, Southern Arkansas University Main Campus accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 85% of students at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students decide to stay at Southern Arkansas University......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,008
75	Southern Arkansas University Main Campus	Basketball	0	75.33	930 – 1,180	14164	37008	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia, AR Based in Magnolia, Southern Arkansas University Main Campus accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 85% of students at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students decide to stay at Southern Arkansas University......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,008
76	Southern Arkansas University Main Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	75.33	930 – 1,180	14164	37008	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia, AR Based in Magnolia, Southern Arkansas University Main Campus accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 85% of students at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students decide to stay at Southern Arkansas University......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,008
77	Southern Arkansas University Main Campus	Football	0	75.33	930 – 1,180	14164	37008	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia, AR Based in Magnolia, Southern Arkansas University Main Campus accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 85% of students at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students decide to stay at Southern Arkansas University......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,008
78	Southern Arkansas University Main Campus	Golf	0	75.33	930 – 1,180	14164	37008	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia, AR Based in Magnolia, Southern Arkansas University Main Campus accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 85% of students at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students decide to stay at Southern Arkansas University......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,008
79	Southern Arkansas University Main Campus	Softball	0	75.33	930 – 1,180	14164	37008	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia, AR Based in Magnolia, Southern Arkansas University Main Campus accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 85% of students at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students decide to stay at Southern Arkansas University......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,008
80	Southern Arkansas University Main Campus	Tennis	0	75.33	930 – 1,180	14164	37008	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia, AR Based in Magnolia, Southern Arkansas University Main Campus accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 85% of students at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students decide to stay at Southern Arkansas University......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,008
81	Southern Arkansas University Main Campus	Volleyball	0	75.33	930 – 1,180	14164	37008	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia, AR Based in Magnolia, Southern Arkansas University Main Campus accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 85% of students at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students decide to stay at Southern Arkansas University......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,008
82	Southern Arkansas University Main Campus	Rodeo	0	75.33	930 – 1,180	14164	37008	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia, AR Based in Magnolia, Southern Arkansas University Main Campus accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 85% of students at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students decide to stay at Southern Arkansas University......Read more Sport Rodeo Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,008
83	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	Baseball	0	100	930 – 1,140	14761	42896	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford, OK Found in Weatherford, Southwestern Oklahoma State University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
84	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	Basketball	0	100	930 – 1,140	14761	42896	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford, OK Found in Weatherford, Southwestern Oklahoma State University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
85	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	100	930 – 1,140	14761	42896	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford, OK Found in Weatherford, Southwestern Oklahoma State University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
86	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	Football	0	100	930 – 1,140	14761	42896	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford, OK Found in Weatherford, Southwestern Oklahoma State University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
87	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	Golf	0	100	930 – 1,140	14761	42896	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford, OK Found in Weatherford, Southwestern Oklahoma State University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
88	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	Soccer	0	100	930 – 1,140	14761	42896	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford, OK Found in Weatherford, Southwestern Oklahoma State University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
89	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	Softball	0	100	930 – 1,140	14761	42896	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford, OK Found in Weatherford, Southwestern Oklahoma State University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
90	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	Volleyball	0	100	930 – 1,140	14761	42896	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford, OK Found in Weatherford, Southwestern Oklahoma State University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
91	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	Rodeo	0	100	930 – 1,140	14761	42896	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford, OK Found in Weatherford, Southwestern Oklahoma State University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Rodeo Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
92	University of Arkansas at Monticello	Baseball	0	96.29	850 – 1,110	13575	31332	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello, AR Located in Monticello, the University of Arkansas at Monticello accepts 96% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 46% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of Arkansas at Monticello, there is a 40%......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $13,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,332
93	University of Arkansas at Monticello	Basketball	0	96.29	850 – 1,110	13575	31332	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello, AR Located in Monticello, the University of Arkansas at Monticello accepts 96% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 46% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of Arkansas at Monticello, there is a 40%......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $13,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,332
94	University of Arkansas at Monticello	Football	0	96.29	850 – 1,110	13575	31332	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello, AR Located in Monticello, the University of Arkansas at Monticello accepts 96% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 46% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of Arkansas at Monticello, there is a 40%......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $13,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,332
95	University of Arkansas at Monticello	Golf	0	96.29	850 – 1,110	13575	31332	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello, AR Located in Monticello, the University of Arkansas at Monticello accepts 96% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 46% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of Arkansas at Monticello, there is a 40%......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $13,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,332
96	University of Arkansas at Monticello	Softball	0	96.29	850 – 1,110	13575	31332	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello, AR Located in Monticello, the University of Arkansas at Monticello accepts 96% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 46% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of Arkansas at Monticello, there is a 40%......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $13,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,332
97	University of Arkansas at Monticello	Cross Country	0	96.29	850 – 1,110	13575	31332	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello, AR Located in Monticello, the University of Arkansas at Monticello accepts 96% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 46% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of Arkansas at Monticello, there is a 40%......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $13,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,332
98	University of Arkansas at Monticello	Volleyball	0	96.29	850 – 1,110	13575	31332	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello, AR Located in Monticello, the University of Arkansas at Monticello accepts 96% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 46% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of Arkansas at Monticello, there is a 40%......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $13,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,332
99	Ouachita Baptist University	Wrestling	-1683	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	22087	41697	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia, AR Ouachita Baptist University, associated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, first opened in 1886. 577 athletes are known as the Tigers wear purple and gold while competing in Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, and other sports....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,697
100	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	Softball	-5015	66.43	890 – 1,100	12067	39997	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
101	Southern Nazarene University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-7538	77.03	930 – 1,180	19825	48255	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southern Nazarene University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
102	Southern Nazarene University	Baseball	-12609	77.03	930 – 1,180	19825	48255	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southern Nazarene University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
103	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	Volleyball	-17146	66.43	890 – 1,100	12067	39997	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
104	Southern Nazarene University	Other Sports	-21468	77.03	930 – 1,180	19825	48255	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southern Nazarene University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
105	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	Soccer	-23427	66.43	890 – 1,100	12067	39997	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
106	Southern Nazarene University	Volleyball	-31636	77.03	930 – 1,180	19825	48255	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southern Nazarene University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
107	Southern Nazarene University	Soccer	-48761	77.03	930 – 1,180	19825	48255	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southern Nazarene University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
108	Ouachita Baptist University	Baseball	-67783	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	22087	41697	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia, AR Ouachita Baptist University, associated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, first opened in 1886. 577 athletes are known as the Tigers wear purple and gold while competing in Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, and other sports....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,697
109	Southern Nazarene University	Football	-93802	77.03	930 – 1,180	19825	48255	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southern Nazarene University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255

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Golf

$108,798 124.6%

77.0%

930 – 1,180

$19,825

$48,255

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference

Tennis

$96,469 54.6%

67.5%

1,110 – 1,310

$22,087

$41,697

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference

Volleyball

$80,534 18,286.8%

67.5%

1,110 – 1,310

$22,087

$41,697

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference

Softball

$74,367 316.9%

77.0%

930 – 1,180

$19,825

$48,255

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference

Basketball

$73,869 66.4%

77.0%

930 – 1,180

$19,825

$48,255

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference

Equestrian

$70,073 3.5%

77.0%

930 – 1,180

$19,825

$48,255

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference

Football

$66,008 0.0%

66.4%

890 – 1,100

$12,067

$39,997

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference

Basketball

$59,932 77.0%

66.4%

890 – 1,100

$12,067

$39,997

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference

Track and Field (Outdoor)

$58,880 40.1%

67.5%

1,110 – 1,310

$22,087

$41,697

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference

Cross Country

$50,358 59.1%

67.5%

1,110 – 1,310

$22,087

$41,697

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Great American Conference

Basketball

$42,897 11.7%

67.5%

1,110 – 1,310

$22,087

$41,697

$108,798
124.6%

$96,469
54.6%

$80,534
18,286.8%

$74,367
316.9%

$73,869
66.4%

$70,073
3.5%

$66,008
0.0%

$59,932
77.0%

$58,880
40.1%

$50,358
59.1%

$42,897
11.7%

$40,286
121.0%

$28,940
0.0%

$18,769
973.0%

$17,368
58.9%

$9,663
5.2%

$9,647
146.7%

$9,381
137.3%