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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	Bluffton University	Basketball	87019	61.16	920 – 1,130	21299	41940	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $87,019 146.7% Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
2	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Football	77021	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $77,021 24.5% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
3	Bluffton University	Volleyball	76945	61.16	920 – 1,130	21299	41940	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $76,945 156.4% Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
4	Franklin College	Football	74443	69.78	1,060 – 1,240	23843	45635	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 70%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $74,443 0.5% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
5	Franklin College	Basketball	47272	69.78	1,060 – 1,240	23843	45635	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 70%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $47,272 178.9% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
6	Bluffton University	Football	44601	61.16	920 – 1,130	21299	41940	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $44,601 25.5% Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
7	Anderson University	Football	35811	53.42	940 – 1,170	21914	44396	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 70% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $35,811 151.0% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
8	Franklin College	Baseball	33668	69.78	1,060 – 1,240	23843	45635	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 70%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $33,668 50.4% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
9	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Basketball	28606	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $28,606 16.5% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
10	Bluffton University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	27151	61.16	920 – 1,130	21299	41940	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $27,151 53.6% Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
11	Anderson University	Tennis	24472	53.42	940 – 1,170	21914	44396	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 70% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $24,472 819.7% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
12	Franklin College	Soccer	23479	69.78	1,060 – 1,240	23843	45635	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 70%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $23,479 558.4% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
13	Anderson University	Softball	22963	53.42	940 – 1,170	21914	44396	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 70% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $22,963 85.0% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
14	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Soccer	22381	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $22,381 3.2% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
15	Franklin College	Softball	19887	69.78	1,060 – 1,240	23843	45635	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 70%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $19,887 25.5% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
16	Anderson University	Basketball	19391	53.42	940 – 1,170	21914	44396	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 70% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $19,391 55.8% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
17	Defiance College	Baseball	17419	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $17,419 7,473.5% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
18	Franklin College	Volleyball	16372	69.78	1,060 – 1,240	23843	45635	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 70%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $16,372 20.0% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
19	Anderson University	Swimming	16155	53.42	940 – 1,170	21914	44396	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 70% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $16,155 235.9% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
20	Franklin College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	16002	69.78	1,060 – 1,240	23843	45635	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 70%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports $16,002 70.7% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
21	Manchester University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	14360	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $14,360 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
22	Anderson University	Baseball	14296	53.42	940 – 1,170	21914	44396	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 70% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $14,296 795.7% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
23	Bluffton University	Soccer	13743	61.16	920 – 1,130	21299	41940	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $13,743 60.5% Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
24	Anderson University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	12834	53.42	940 – 1,170	21914	44396	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 70% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $12,834 23.4% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
25	Defiance College	Softball	12499	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $12,499 24.0% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
26	Bluffton University	Baseball	12217	61.16	920 – 1,130	21299	41940	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $12,217 48.3% Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
27	Manchester University	Wrestling	11937	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports $11,937 5.2% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
28	Anderson University	Lacrosse	11224	53.42	940 – 1,170	21914	44396	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 70% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $11,224 1,365.3% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
29	Defiance College	Volleyball	10148	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $10,148 0.0% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
30	Franklin College	Golf	9471	69.78	1,060 – 1,240	23843	45635	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 70%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $9,471 66.6% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
31	Anderson University	Golf	9424	53.42	940 – 1,170	21914	44396	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 70% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $9,424 0.0% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
32	Anderson University	Soccer	8954	53.42	940 – 1,170	21914	44396	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 70% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $8,954 62.9% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
33	Anderson University	Volleyball	8285	53.42	940 – 1,170	21914	44396	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 70% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $8,285 7.8% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
34	Manchester University	Basketball	5780	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $5,780 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
35	Bluffton University	Softball	5702	61.16	920 – 1,130	21299	41940	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $5,702 66.8% Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
36	Franklin College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	5562	69.78	1,060 – 1,240	23843	45635	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 70%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $5,562 73.5% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
37	Defiance College	Golf	5092	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $5,092 520.2% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
38	Manchester University	Volleyball	4623	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $4,623 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
39	Bluffton University	Golf	3801	61.16	920 – 1,130	21299	41940	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $3,801 61.8% Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
40	Franklin College	Lacrosse	3447	69.78	1,060 – 1,240	23843	45635	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 70%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $3,447 20.1% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
41	Manchester University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	3067	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports $3,067 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
42	Manchester University	Football	3027	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $3,027 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
43	Franklin College	Tennis	2865	69.78	1,060 – 1,240	23843	45635	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 70%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $2,865 66.2% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
44	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Track and Field (Indoor)	2776	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports $2,776 0.0% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
45	Manchester University	Soccer	2772	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $2,772 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
46	Manchester University	Golf	2250	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $2,250 112.7% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
47	Manchester University	Baseball	1624	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $1,624 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
48	Manchester University	Track and Field (Indoor)	1096	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports $1,096 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
49	Manchester University	Tennis	984	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $984 36.8% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
50	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Track and Field (Outdoor)	925	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $925 0.0% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
51	Bluffton University	Swimming	815	61.16	920 – 1,130	21299	41940	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $815 85.8% Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
52	Defiance College	Football	91	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $91 97.7% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
53	Manchester University	Softball	20	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $20 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
54	Earlham College	Baseball	0	73.11	1,130 – 1,340	26517	35430	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Earlham College Richmond, IN Founded in 1847, Earlham College is a liberal arts and sciences institution shaped by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). They charge unknown for applications and have a student-to-faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Many students participate in Earlham’s study abroad program. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,430
55	Earlham College	Basketball	0	73.11	1,130 – 1,340	26517	35430	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Earlham College Richmond, IN Founded in 1847, Earlham College is a liberal arts and sciences institution shaped by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). They charge unknown for applications and have a student-to-faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Many students participate in Earlham’s study abroad program. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,430
56	Earlham College	Field Hockey	0	73.11	1,130 – 1,340	26517	35430	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Earlham College Richmond, IN Founded in 1847, Earlham College is a liberal arts and sciences institution shaped by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). They charge unknown for applications and have a student-to-faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Many students participate in Earlham’s study abroad program. Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,430
57	Earlham College	Golf	0	73.11	1,130 – 1,340	26517	35430	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Earlham College Richmond, IN Founded in 1847, Earlham College is a liberal arts and sciences institution shaped by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). They charge unknown for applications and have a student-to-faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Many students participate in Earlham’s study abroad program. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,430
58	Earlham College	Lacrosse	0	73.11	1,130 – 1,340	26517	35430	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Earlham College Richmond, IN Founded in 1847, Earlham College is a liberal arts and sciences institution shaped by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). They charge unknown for applications and have a student-to-faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Many students participate in Earlham’s study abroad program. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,430
59	Earlham College	Soccer	0	73.11	1,130 – 1,340	26517	35430	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Earlham College Richmond, IN Founded in 1847, Earlham College is a liberal arts and sciences institution shaped by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). They charge unknown for applications and have a student-to-faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Many students participate in Earlham’s study abroad program. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,430
60	Earlham College	Softball	0	73.11	1,130 – 1,340	26517	35430	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Earlham College Richmond, IN Founded in 1847, Earlham College is a liberal arts and sciences institution shaped by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). They charge unknown for applications and have a student-to-faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Many students participate in Earlham’s study abroad program. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,430
61	Earlham College	Tennis	0	73.11	1,130 – 1,340	26517	35430	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Earlham College Richmond, IN Founded in 1847, Earlham College is a liberal arts and sciences institution shaped by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). They charge unknown for applications and have a student-to-faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Many students participate in Earlham’s study abroad program. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,430
62	Earlham College	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	73.11	1,130 – 1,340	26517	35430	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Earlham College Richmond, IN Founded in 1847, Earlham College is a liberal arts and sciences institution shaped by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). They charge unknown for applications and have a student-to-faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Many students participate in Earlham’s study abroad program. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,430
63	Earlham College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	73.11	1,130 – 1,340	26517	35430	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Earlham College Richmond, IN Founded in 1847, Earlham College is a liberal arts and sciences institution shaped by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). They charge unknown for applications and have a student-to-faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Many students participate in Earlham’s study abroad program. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,430
64	Earlham College	Cross Country	0	73.11	1,130 – 1,340	26517	35430	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Earlham College Richmond, IN Founded in 1847, Earlham College is a liberal arts and sciences institution shaped by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). They charge unknown for applications and have a student-to-faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Many students participate in Earlham’s study abroad program. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,430
65	Earlham College	Volleyball	0	73.11	1,130 – 1,340	26517	35430	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Earlham College Richmond, IN Founded in 1847, Earlham College is a liberal arts and sciences institution shaped by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). They charge unknown for applications and have a student-to-faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Many students participate in Earlham’s study abroad program. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,430
66	Hanover College	Baseball	0	83.97	1,130 – 1,300	22929	42876	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
67	Hanover College	Basketball	0	83.97	1,130 – 1,300	22929	42876	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
68	Hanover College	Football	0	83.97	1,130 – 1,300	22929	42876	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
69	Hanover College	Golf	0	83.97	1,130 – 1,300	22929	42876	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
70	Hanover College	Lacrosse	0	83.97	1,130 – 1,300	22929	42876	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
71	Hanover College	Soccer	0	83.97	1,130 – 1,300	22929	42876	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
72	Hanover College	Softball	0	83.97	1,130 – 1,300	22929	42876	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
73	Hanover College	Swimming	0	83.97	1,130 – 1,300	22929	42876	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
74	Hanover College	Tennis	0	83.97	1,130 – 1,300	22929	42876	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
75	Hanover College	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	83.97	1,130 – 1,300	22929	42876	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
76	Hanover College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	83.97	1,130 – 1,300	22929	42876	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
77	Hanover College	Cross Country	0	83.97	1,130 – 1,300	22929	42876	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
78	Hanover College	Volleyball	0	83.97	1,130 – 1,300	22929	42876	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
79	Mount St. Joseph University	Baseball	0	59.15	1,010 – 1,260	15887	43595	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 59%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
80	Mount St. Joseph University	Basketball	0	59.15	1,010 – 1,260	15887	43595	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 59%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
81	Mount St. Joseph University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	59.15	1,010 – 1,260	15887	43595	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 59%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
82	Mount St. Joseph University	Football	0	59.15	1,010 – 1,260	15887	43595	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 59%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
83	Mount St. Joseph University	Golf	0	59.15	1,010 – 1,260	15887	43595	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 59%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
84	Mount St. Joseph University	Lacrosse	0	59.15	1,010 – 1,260	15887	43595	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 59%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
85	Mount St. Joseph University	Soccer	0	59.15	1,010 – 1,260	15887	43595	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 59%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
86	Mount St. Joseph University	Softball	0	59.15	1,010 – 1,260	15887	43595	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 59%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
87	Mount St. Joseph University	Volleyball	0	59.15	1,010 – 1,260	15887	43595	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 59%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
88	Mount St. Joseph University	Wrestling	0	59.15	1,010 – 1,260	15887	43595	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 59%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
89	Mount St. Joseph University	Other Sports	0	59.15	1,010 – 1,260	15887	43595	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 59%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
90	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Baseball	0	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
91	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Golf	0	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
92	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Softball	0	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
93	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
94	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Tennis	0	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
95	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Cross Country	0	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
96	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Volleyball	0	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
97	Transylvania University	Baseball	0	86.55	1,180 – 1,380	25634	40447	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Transylvania University Lexington, KY It may come as no surprise, but Transylvania University’s mascot is a bat – and their school color is crimson. Halloween is a big deal at the school, featuring a week-long celebration. It ends with Pumpkinmania, where the steps of a campus building are lined with carved pumpkins....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
98	Transylvania University	Basketball	0	86.55	1,180 – 1,380	25634	40447	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Transylvania University Lexington, KY It may come as no surprise, but Transylvania University’s mascot is a bat – and their school color is crimson. Halloween is a big deal at the school, featuring a week-long celebration. It ends with Pumpkinmania, where the steps of a campus building are lined with carved pumpkins....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
99	Transylvania University	Field Hockey	0	86.55	1,180 – 1,380	25634	40447	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Transylvania University Lexington, KY It may come as no surprise, but Transylvania University’s mascot is a bat – and their school color is crimson. Halloween is a big deal at the school, featuring a week-long celebration. It ends with Pumpkinmania, where the steps of a campus building are lined with carved pumpkins....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
100	Transylvania University	Golf	0	86.55	1,180 – 1,380	25634	40447	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Transylvania University Lexington, KY It may come as no surprise, but Transylvania University’s mascot is a bat – and their school color is crimson. Halloween is a big deal at the school, featuring a week-long celebration. It ends with Pumpkinmania, where the steps of a campus building are lined with carved pumpkins....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
101	Transylvania University	Lacrosse	0	86.55	1,180 – 1,380	25634	40447	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Transylvania University Lexington, KY It may come as no surprise, but Transylvania University’s mascot is a bat – and their school color is crimson. Halloween is a big deal at the school, featuring a week-long celebration. It ends with Pumpkinmania, where the steps of a campus building are lined with carved pumpkins....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
102	Transylvania University	Soccer	0	86.55	1,180 – 1,380	25634	40447	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Transylvania University Lexington, KY It may come as no surprise, but Transylvania University’s mascot is a bat – and their school color is crimson. Halloween is a big deal at the school, featuring a week-long celebration. It ends with Pumpkinmania, where the steps of a campus building are lined with carved pumpkins....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
103	Transylvania University	Softball	0	86.55	1,180 – 1,380	25634	40447	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Transylvania University Lexington, KY It may come as no surprise, but Transylvania University’s mascot is a bat – and their school color is crimson. Halloween is a big deal at the school, featuring a week-long celebration. It ends with Pumpkinmania, where the steps of a campus building are lined with carved pumpkins....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
104	Transylvania University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	86.55	1,180 – 1,380	25634	40447	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Transylvania University Lexington, KY It may come as no surprise, but Transylvania University’s mascot is a bat – and their school color is crimson. Halloween is a big deal at the school, featuring a week-long celebration. It ends with Pumpkinmania, where the steps of a campus building are lined with carved pumpkins....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
105	Transylvania University	Tennis	0	86.55	1,180 – 1,380	25634	40447	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Transylvania University Lexington, KY It may come as no surprise, but Transylvania University’s mascot is a bat – and their school color is crimson. Halloween is a big deal at the school, featuring a week-long celebration. It ends with Pumpkinmania, where the steps of a campus building are lined with carved pumpkins....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
106	Transylvania University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	86.55	1,180 – 1,380	25634	40447	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Transylvania University Lexington, KY It may come as no surprise, but Transylvania University’s mascot is a bat – and their school color is crimson. Halloween is a big deal at the school, featuring a week-long celebration. It ends with Pumpkinmania, where the steps of a campus building are lined with carved pumpkins....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
107	Transylvania University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	86.55	1,180 – 1,380	25634	40447	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Transylvania University Lexington, KY It may come as no surprise, but Transylvania University’s mascot is a bat – and their school color is crimson. Halloween is a big deal at the school, featuring a week-long celebration. It ends with Pumpkinmania, where the steps of a campus building are lined with carved pumpkins....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
108	Transylvania University	Cross Country	0	86.55	1,180 – 1,380	25634	40447	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Transylvania University Lexington, KY It may come as no surprise, but Transylvania University’s mascot is a bat – and their school color is crimson. Halloween is a big deal at the school, featuring a week-long celebration. It ends with Pumpkinmania, where the steps of a campus building are lined with carved pumpkins....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
109	Transylvania University	Volleyball	0	86.55	1,180 – 1,380	25634	40447	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Transylvania University Lexington, KY It may come as no surprise, but Transylvania University’s mascot is a bat – and their school color is crimson. Halloween is a big deal at the school, featuring a week-long celebration. It ends with Pumpkinmania, where the steps of a campus building are lined with carved pumpkins....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
110	Manchester University	Cross Country	-2	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
111	Defiance College	Track and Field (Indoor)	-7130	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
112	Defiance College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	-7130	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
113	Defiance College	Basketball	-9814	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
114	Bluffton University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-14960	61.16	920 – 1,130	21299	41940	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
115	Defiance College	Soccer	-18803	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference

Basketball

$87,019 146.7%

61.2%

920 – 1,130

$21,299

$41,940

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference

Football

$77,021 24.5%

76.9%

1,300 – 1,490

$44,016

$85,935

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference

Volleyball

$76,945 156.4%

61.2%

920 – 1,130

$21,299

$41,940

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference

Football

$74,443 0.5%

69.8%

1,060 – 1,240

$23,843

$45,635

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference

Basketball

$47,272 178.9%

69.8%

1,060 – 1,240

$23,843

$45,635

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference

Football

$44,601 25.5%

61.2%

920 – 1,130

$21,299

$41,940

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference

Football

$35,811 151.0%

53.4%

940 – 1,170

$21,914

$44,396

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference

Baseball

$33,668 50.4%

69.8%

1,060 – 1,240

$23,843

$45,635

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference

Basketball

$28,606 16.5%

76.9%

1,300 – 1,490

$44,016

$85,935

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

$27,151 53.6%

61.2%

920 – 1,130

$21,299

$41,940

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference

Tennis

$24,472 819.7%

53.4%

940 – 1,170

$21,914

$44,396

$87,019
146.7%

$77,021
24.5%

$76,945
156.4%

$74,443
0.5%

$47,272
178.9%

$44,601
25.5%

$35,811
151.0%

$33,668
50.4%

$28,606
16.5%

$27,151
53.6%

$24,472
819.7%

$23,479
558.4%

$22,963
85.0%

$22,381
3.2%

$19,887
25.5%

$19,391
55.8%

$17,419
7,473.5%

$16,372
20.0%