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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	Lawrence Technological University	Ice Hockey	1189666	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $1,189,666 104.7% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
2	Olivet Nazarene University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	703450	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $703,450 118.6% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
3	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Basketball	512800	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $512,800 34.2% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
4	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Soccer	475559	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $475,559 415.0% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
5	Olivet Nazarene University	Soccer	406911	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $406,911 2.8% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
6	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Other Sports	406287	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $406,287 1,530.2% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
7	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Baseball	359600	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $359,600 1,997.6% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
8	Taylor University	Basketball	326868	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $326,868 624.5% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
9	Lawrence Technological University	Volleyball	251792	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $251,792 132.2% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
10	Lawrence Technological University	Cross Country	228827	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $228,827 36.8% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
11	Taylor University	Volleyball	228416	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $228,416 145.3% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
12	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Tennis	192730	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $192,730 748.5% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
13	Madonna University	Other Sports	184976	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $184,976 7,866.2% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
14	Lawrence Technological University	Track and Field (Indoor)	184264	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports $184,264 252.7% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
15	Lawrence Technological University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	184263	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $184,263 252.7% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
16	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Volleyball	162425	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $162,425 631.7% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
17	Taylor University	Football	152268	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $152,268 630.5% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
18	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Softball	138989	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $138,989 864.1% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
19	Lawrence Technological University	Tennis	132716	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $132,716 404.9% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
20	Taylor University	Soccer	115883	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $115,883 80.9% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
21	Olivet Nazarene University	Golf	108877	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $108,877 24.2% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
22	Lawrence Technological University	Golf	101415	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $101,415 246.8% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
23	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Golf	97964	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $97,964 1,033.5% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
24	Taylor University	Baseball	91045	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $91,045 42.7% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
25	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Baseball	82620	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $82,620 1.7% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
26	Saint Ambrose University	Football	81953	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $81,953 94.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
27	Olivet Nazarene University	Volleyball	78410	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $78,410 182.6% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
28	Olivet Nazarene University	Swimming	75730	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $75,730 157.6% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
29	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Softball	72767	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $72,767 75.0% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
30	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Football	72628	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $72,628 26.5% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
31	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Swimming and Diving (combined)	72316	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports $72,316 Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
32	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Track and Field (Indoor)	70052	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports $70,052 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
33	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Track and Field (Outdoor)	70052	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $70,052 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
34	University of St Francis	Football	69596	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $69,596 37.5% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
35	Saint Ambrose University	Basketball	61880	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $61,880 109.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
36	Taylor University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	58036	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $58,036 46.8% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
37	Madonna University	Volleyball	56472	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $56,472 318.3% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
38	Madonna University	Bowling	56472	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $56,472 213.4% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
39	Lawrence Technological University	Bowling	55875	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $55,875 87.7% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
40	Judson University	Golf	52526	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $52,526 36.1% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
41	Taylor University	Cross Country	50379	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $50,379 5.5% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
42	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Football	47200	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $47,200 96.1% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
43	Taylor University	Lacrosse	45985	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $45,985 0.0% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
44	University of St Francis	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	45261	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $45,261 283.8% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
45	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Bowling	40924	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $40,924 53.7% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
46	Saint Ambrose University	Wrestling	39409	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports $39,409 187.4% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
47	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Cross Country	38934	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $38,934 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
48	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Tennis	37107	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $37,107 51.8% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
49	University of St Francis	Basketball	36129	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $36,129 77.8% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
50	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Other Sports	36002	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $36,002 141.0% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
51	Saint Ambrose University	Other Sports	33285	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $33,285 19.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
52	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Track and Field (Outdoor)	31918	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $31,918 50.8% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
53	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Basketball	27153	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $27,153 51.5% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
54	Siena Heights University	Volleyball	26319	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $26,319 775.8% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
55	Judson University	Soccer	26242	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $26,242 6,611.5% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
56	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Lacrosse	25731	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $25,731 239.1% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
57	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Cross Country	24603	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $24,603 61.2% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
58	Saint Ambrose University	Softball	24326	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $24,326 66.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
59	Siena Heights University	Football	22967	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $22,967 0.0% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
60	University of St Francis	Soccer	21553	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $21,553 127.2% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
61	Saint Ambrose University	Soccer	18713	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $18,713 28.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
62	Saint Ambrose University	Baseball	15266	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $15,266 133.1% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
63	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Volleyball	15094	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $15,094 44.3% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
64	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Bowling	14404	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $14,404 0.0% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
65	Siena Heights University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	13700	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $13,700 128.2% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
66	Saint Ambrose University	Volleyball	11115	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $11,115 301.4% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
67	Olivet Nazarene University	Baseball	10587	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $10,587 94.2% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
68	Judson University	Tennis	9870	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $9,870 85.4% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
69	Siena Heights University	Other Sports	9615	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $9,615 66.4% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
70	Saint Ambrose University	Cross Country	9323	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $9,323 0.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
71	Judson University	Basketball	8686	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $8,686 63.5% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
72	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Track and Field (Indoor)	8455	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports $8,455 23.2% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
73	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Track and Field (Outdoor)	8455	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $8,455 23.2% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
74	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Golf	7968	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $7,968 117.1% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
75	Saint Ambrose University	Golf	7725	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $7,725 38.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
76	University of St Francis	Golf	7475	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $7,475 16.5% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
77	University of St Francis	Other Sports	7270	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $7,270 79.7% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
78	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Ice Hockey	7131	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $7,131 187.5% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
79	Saint Ambrose University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	6147	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports $6,147 46.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
80	Judson University	Softball	5702	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $5,702 74.5% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
81	Saint Ambrose University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	5500	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $5,500 32.6% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
82	Saint Ambrose University	Track and Field (Indoor)	5456	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports $5,456 32.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
83	Siena Heights University	Bowling	4942	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $4,942 36.1% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
84	Saint Ambrose University	Lacrosse	4930	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $4,930 44.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
85	Judson University	Cross Country	4777	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $4,777 0.0% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
86	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Soccer	4691	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $4,691 65.9% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
87	Taylor University	Softball	4278	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $4,278 91.8% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
88	Saint Ambrose University	Swimming	4097	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $4,097 Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
89	Siena Heights University	Baseball	3908	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $3,908 0.0% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
90	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Tennis	3842	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $3,842 214.1% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
91	Saint Ambrose University	Tennis	3250	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $3,250 25.4% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
92	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Cross Country	2764	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $2,764 1.8% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
93	Saint Ambrose University	Bowling	2240	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $2,240 16.5% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
94	University of St Francis	Softball	2181	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $2,181 0.0% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
95	Siena Heights University	Golf	2059	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $2,059 0.0% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
96	University of St Francis	Bowling	1895	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $1,895 85.8% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
97	Judson University	Baseball	1855	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $1,855 91.5% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
98	University of St Francis	Tennis	1766	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $1,766 Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
99	Siena Heights University	Softball	1692	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $1,692 0.0% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
100	Taylor University	Golf	1606	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $1,606 19.2% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
101	University of St Francis	Volleyball	1121	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $1,121 6.1% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
102	Judson University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	36	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $36 95.3% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
103	Judson University	Bowling	2	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $2 97.8% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
104	Judson University	Volleyball	1	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $1 99.9% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
105	Judson University	Football	0	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
106	Madonna University	Golf	0	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
107	Madonna University	Softball	0	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
108	Madonna University	Cross Country	0	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
109	Marian University	Baseball	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
110	Marian University	Basketball	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
111	Marian University	Football	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
112	Marian University	Golf	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
113	Marian University	Lacrosse	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
114	Marian University	Soccer	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
115	Marian University	Softball	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
116	Marian University	Tennis	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
117	Marian University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
118	Marian University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
119	Marian University	Cross Country	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
120	Marian University	Volleyball	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
121	Marian University	Wrestling	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
122	Marian University	Other Sports	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
123	Marian University	Bowling	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
124	Saint Xavier University	Baseball	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#124 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
125	Saint Xavier University	Basketball	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#125 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
126	Saint Xavier University	Football	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#126 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
127	Saint Xavier University	Golf	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#127 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
128	Saint Xavier University	Soccer	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#128 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
129	Saint Xavier University	Softball	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#129 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
130	Saint Xavier University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#130 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
131	Saint Xavier University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#131 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
132	Saint Xavier University	Cross Country	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#132 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
133	Saint Xavier University	Volleyball	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#133 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
134	Saint Xavier University	Other Sports	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#134 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
135	Saint Xavier University	Bowling	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#135 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
136	Siena Heights University	Basketball	0	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#136 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
137	Siena Heights University	Lacrosse	0	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#137 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
138	Siena Heights University	Soccer	0	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#138 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
139	Siena Heights University	Wrestling	0	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#139 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
140	Taylor University	Other Sports	0	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#140 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
141	University of St Francis	Baseball	0	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#141 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
142	Madonna University	Track and Field (Indoor)	-2000	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#142 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
143	Madonna University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	-2000	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#143 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
144	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Golf	-5314	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#144 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
145	Olivet Nazarene University	Tennis	-6400	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#145 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
146	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Soccer	-11384	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#146 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
147	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Baseball	-13579	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#147 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
148	Olivet Nazarene University	Basketball	-22181	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#148 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
149	Madonna University	Lacrosse	-22341	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#149 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
150	Madonna University	Soccer	-22350	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#150 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
151	Madonna University	Basketball	-22362	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#151 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
152	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Softball	-37066	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#152 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
153	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Football	-50731	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#153 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
154	Olivet Nazarene University	Softball	-68221	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#154 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
155	Madonna University	Baseball	-78813	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#155 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
156	Madonna University	Football	-78813	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#156 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
157	Lawrence Technological University	Softball	-79524	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#157 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
158	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Volleyball	-92704	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#158 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
159	Lawrence Technological University	Lacrosse	-116279	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#159 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
160	Lawrence Technological University	Soccer	-145843	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#160 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
161	Olivet Nazarene University	Football	-190724	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#161 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
162	Lawrence Technological University	Basketball	-195444	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#162 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
163	Lawrence Technological University	Football	-287653	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#163 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
164	Lawrence Technological University	Baseball	-328450	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#164 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
165	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Basketball	-378761	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#165 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944

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Ice Hockey

$1,189,666 104.7%

74.0%

1,050 – 1,260

$33,807

$58,827

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

$703,450 118.6%

55.9%

980 – 1,230

$22,707

$49,278

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association

Basketball

$512,800 34.2%

82.2%

1,050 – 1,220

$23,364

$51,329

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association

Soccer

$475,559 415.0%

96.0%

880 – 1,080

$20,897

$47,944

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association

Soccer

$406,911 2.8%

55.9%

980 – 1,230

$22,707

$49,278

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association

Other Sports

$406,287 1,530.2%

96.0%

880 – 1,080

$20,897

$47,944

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association

Baseball

$359,600 1,997.6%

96.0%

880 – 1,080

$20,897

$47,944

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association

Basketball

$326,868 624.5%

73.5%

1,120 – 1,360

$25,698

$45,142

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association

Volleyball

$251,792 132.2%

74.0%

1,050 – 1,260

$33,807

$58,827

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association

Cross Country

$228,827 36.8%

74.0%

1,050 – 1,260

$33,807

$58,827

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mid-States Football Association

Volleyball

$228,416 145.3%

73.5%

1,120 – 1,360

$25,698

$45,142

$1,189,666
104.7%

$703,450
118.6%

$512,800
34.2%

$475,559
415.0%

$406,911
2.8%

$406,287
1,530.2%

$359,600
1,997.6%

$326,868
624.5%

$251,792
132.2%

$228,827
36.8%

$228,416
145.3%

$192,730
748.5%

$184,976
7,866.2%

$184,264
252.7%

$184,263
252.7%

$162,425
631.7%

$152,268
630.5%

$138,989
864.1%