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

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Rank	Institution	Sport	Most Profitable Sports	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Point Park University	Golf	693158	96.91	1,030 – 1,260	25477	36906	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $693,158 Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $25,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,906
2	Fairmont State University	Basketball	137862	99.24	870 – 1,080	10993	41197	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $137,862 210.1% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
3	West Virginia State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	97209	96.37	850 – 1,090	10878	32849	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Located in Institute, West Virginia State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They require $20 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of students at West Virginia State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At West Virginia State University, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $97,209 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
4	University of Charleston	Soccer	94031	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $94,031 40.3% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
5	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Basketball	83457	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $83,457 24.2% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
6	West Virginia State University	Football	76662	96.37	850 – 1,090	10878	32849	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Located in Institute, West Virginia State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They require $20 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of students at West Virginia State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At West Virginia State University, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $76,662 0.0% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
7	Fairmont State University	Football	70025	99.24	870 – 1,080	10993	41197	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $70,025 429.9% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
8	University of Charleston	Basketball	67037	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $67,037 51.7% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
9	University of Charleston	Softball	64928	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $64,928 357.5% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
10	University of Charleston	Baseball	62725	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $62,725 184.1% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
11	University of Charleston	Tennis	41874	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $41,874 1,102.2% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
12	University of Charleston	Football	40484	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $40,484 180.9% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
13	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Baseball	36528	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $36,528 46.8% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
14	Glenville State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	27297	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 63%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $27,297 71.1% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
15	University of Charleston	Volleyball	25715	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $25,715 122.2% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
16	University of Charleston	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	22975	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $22,975 633.8% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
17	Glenville State University	Basketball	22944	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 63%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $22,944 153.0% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
18	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Wrestling	21348	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports $21,348 37.9% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
19	Glenville State University	Golf	19361	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 63%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $19,361 224.5% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
20	University of Charleston	Lacrosse	16667	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $16,667 71.6% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
21	Fairmont State University	Softball	14813	99.24	870 – 1,080	10993	41197	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $14,813 261.6% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
22	Fairmont State University	Soccer	14117	99.24	870 – 1,080	10993	41197	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $14,117 25.7% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
23	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Softball	13796	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $13,796 58.2% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
24	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Golf	12972	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $12,972 0.8% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
25	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	12818	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $12,818 37.9% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
26	Fairmont State University	Gymnastics	12415	99.24	870 – 1,080	10993	41197	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports $12,415 1,314.8% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
27	Point Park University	Softball	11765	96.91	1,030 – 1,260	25477	36906	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $11,765 Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $25,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,906
28	Fairmont State University	Swimming	11449	99.24	870 – 1,080	10993	41197	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $11,449 196.4% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
29	Glenville State University	Gymnastics	11122	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 63%....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports $11,122 84.4% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
30	Point Park University	Baseball	10683	96.91	1,030 – 1,260	25477	36906	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $10,683 Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $25,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,906
31	Fairmont State University	Volleyball	9344	99.24	870 – 1,080	10993	41197	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $9,344 23.3% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
32	Davis & Elkins College	Basketball	8776	58.23	760 – 1,040	19762	38495	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $8,776 78.7% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
33	West Virginia State University	Tennis	8651	96.37	850 – 1,090	10878	32849	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Located in Institute, West Virginia State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They require $20 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of students at West Virginia State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At West Virginia State University, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $8,651 0.0% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
34	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Swimming	8632	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $8,632 71.5% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
35	West Virginia State University	Other Sports	8500	96.37	850 – 1,090	10878	32849	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Located in Institute, West Virginia State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They require $20 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of students at West Virginia State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At West Virginia State University, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $8,500 0.0% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
36	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Football	7958	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $7,958 446.6% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
37	Glenville State University	Other Sports	7324	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 63%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $7,324 42.6% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
38	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Soccer	6488	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $6,488 46.8% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
39	West Virginia State University	Basketball	5825	96.37	850 – 1,090	10878	32849	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Located in Institute, West Virginia State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They require $20 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of students at West Virginia State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At West Virginia State University, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $5,825 0.0% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
40	Fairmont State University	Cross Country	5379	99.24	870 – 1,080	10993	41197	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $5,379 180.7% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
41	Point Park University	Other Sports	5221	96.91	1,030 – 1,260	25477	36906	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $5,221 Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $25,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,906
42	Davis & Elkins College	Tennis	4800	58.23	760 – 1,040	19762	38495	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $4,800 129.7% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
43	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Volleyball	4245	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $4,245 50.5% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
44	Wheeling University	Volleyball	4000	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Business Administration and Management, General. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $4,000 107.7% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
45	Davis & Elkins College	Golf	3362	58.23	760 – 1,040	19762	38495	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $3,362 92.1% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
46	Davis & Elkins College	Soccer	2668	58.23	760 – 1,040	19762	38495	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $2,668 88.8% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
47	Point Park University	Volleyball	2254	96.91	1,030 – 1,260	25477	36906	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $2,254 Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $25,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,906
48	Davis & Elkins College	Other Sports	1755	58.23	760 – 1,040	19762	38495	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $1,755 683.5% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
49	Fairmont State University	Wrestling	789	99.24	870 – 1,080	10993	41197	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports $789 90.8% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
50	Wheeling University	Track and Field (Indoor)	600	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Business Administration and Management, General. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports $600 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
51	Wheeling University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	600	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Business Administration and Management, General. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $600 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
52	Glenville State University	Volleyball	242	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 63%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $242 99.5% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
53	Davis & Elkins College	Wrestling	208	58.23	760 – 1,040	19762	38495	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports $208 97.2% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
54	Davis & Elkins College	Lacrosse	161	58.23	760 – 1,040	19762	38495	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $161 99.5% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
55	Davis & Elkins College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	116	58.23	760 – 1,040	19762	38495	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $116 98.6% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
56	Concord University	Baseball	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
57	Concord University	Basketball	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
58	Concord University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
59	Concord University	Football	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
60	Concord University	Golf	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
61	Concord University	Soccer	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
62	Concord University	Softball	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
63	Concord University	Volleyball	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
64	Davis & Elkins College	Volleyball	0	58.23	760 – 1,040	19762	38495	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
65	Frostburg State University	Baseball	0	89.2	980 – 1,210	16521	43638	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
66	Frostburg State University	Basketball	0	89.2	980 – 1,210	16521	43638	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
67	Frostburg State University	Field Hockey	0	89.2	980 – 1,210	16521	43638	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
68	Frostburg State University	Football	0	89.2	980 – 1,210	16521	43638	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
69	Frostburg State University	Gymnastics	0	89.2	980 – 1,210	16521	43638	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
70	Frostburg State University	Lacrosse	0	89.2	980 – 1,210	16521	43638	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
71	Frostburg State University	Soccer	0	89.2	980 – 1,210	16521	43638	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
72	Frostburg State University	Softball	0	89.2	980 – 1,210	16521	43638	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
73	Frostburg State University	Swimming	0	89.2	980 – 1,210	16521	43638	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
74	Frostburg State University	Tennis	0	89.2	980 – 1,210	16521	43638	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
75	Frostburg State University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	89.2	980 – 1,210	16521	43638	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
76	Frostburg State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	89.2	980 – 1,210	16521	43638	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
77	Frostburg State University	Cross Country	0	89.2	980 – 1,210	16521	43638	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
78	Frostburg State University	Volleyball	0	89.2	980 – 1,210	16521	43638	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
79	Frostburg State University	Wrestling	0	89.2	980 – 1,210	16521	43638	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
80	Frostburg State University	Other Sports	0	89.2	980 – 1,210	16521	43638	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
81	West Liberty University	Baseball	0	72.12	930 – 1,150	14203	36822	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
82	West Liberty University	Basketball	0	72.12	930 – 1,150	14203	36822	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
83	West Liberty University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	72.12	930 – 1,150	14203	36822	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
84	West Liberty University	Football	0	72.12	930 – 1,150	14203	36822	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
85	West Liberty University	Golf	0	72.12	930 – 1,150	14203	36822	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
86	West Liberty University	Gymnastics	0	72.12	930 – 1,150	14203	36822	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
87	West Liberty University	Soccer	0	72.12	930 – 1,150	14203	36822	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
88	West Liberty University	Softball	0	72.12	930 – 1,150	14203	36822	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
89	West Liberty University	Volleyball	0	72.12	930 – 1,150	14203	36822	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
90	West Liberty University	Wrestling	0	72.12	930 – 1,150	14203	36822	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
91	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Baseball	0	95.1	920 – 1,150	20093	42672	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 39 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
92	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Basketball	0	95.1	920 – 1,150	20093	42672	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 39 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
93	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	95.1	920 – 1,150	20093	42672	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 39 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
94	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Football	0	95.1	920 – 1,150	20093	42672	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 39 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
95	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Golf	0	95.1	920 – 1,150	20093	42672	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 39 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
96	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Lacrosse	0	95.1	920 – 1,150	20093	42672	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 39 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
97	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Soccer	0	95.1	920 – 1,150	20093	42672	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 39 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
98	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Softball	0	95.1	920 – 1,150	20093	42672	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 39 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
99	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Swimming	0	95.1	920 – 1,150	20093	42672	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 39 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
100	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Tennis	0	95.1	920 – 1,150	20093	42672	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 39 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
101	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Volleyball	0	95.1	920 – 1,150	20093	42672	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 39 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
102	Wheeling University	Baseball	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Business Administration and Management, General. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
103	Wheeling University	Basketball	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Business Administration and Management, General. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
104	Wheeling University	Football	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Business Administration and Management, General. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
105	Wheeling University	Golf	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Business Administration and Management, General. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
106	Wheeling University	Lacrosse	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Business Administration and Management, General. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
107	Wheeling University	Soccer	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Business Administration and Management, General. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
108	Wheeling University	Softball	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Business Administration and Management, General. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
109	Wheeling University	Swimming	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Business Administration and Management, General. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
110	Wheeling University	Cross Country	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Business Administration and Management, General. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
111	Wheeling University	Wrestling	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Business Administration and Management, General. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
112	Davis & Elkins College	Swimming	-216	58.23	760 – 1,040	19762	38495	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
113	Point Park University	Basketball	-2355	96.91	1,030 – 1,260	25477	36906	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $25,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,906
114	Fairmont State University	Baseball	-2414	99.24	870 – 1,080	10993	41197	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
115	University of Charleston	Golf	-3472	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
116	Davis & Elkins College	Baseball	-4338	58.23	760 – 1,040	19762	38495	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
117	Fairmont State University	Golf	-5414	99.24	870 – 1,080	10993	41197	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
118	Davis & Elkins College	Softball	-5660	58.23	760 – 1,040	19762	38495	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
119	Glenville State University	Softball	-5928	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 63%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
120	Glenville State University	Soccer	-6624	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 63%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
121	Glenville State University	Baseball	-7588	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 63%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
122	Glenville State University	Football	-8859	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 63%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
123	Glenville State University	Wrestling	-9269	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 63%....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
124	Fairmont State University	Tennis	-17914	99.24	870 – 1,080	10993	41197	#124 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
125	West Virginia State University	Softball	-21392	96.37	850 – 1,090	10878	32849	#125 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Located in Institute, West Virginia State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They require $20 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of students at West Virginia State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At West Virginia State University, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
126	West Virginia State University	Golf	-25741	96.37	850 – 1,090	10878	32849	#126 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Located in Institute, West Virginia State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They require $20 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of students at West Virginia State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At West Virginia State University, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
127	West Virginia State University	Soccer	-31518	96.37	850 – 1,090	10878	32849	#127 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Located in Institute, West Virginia State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They require $20 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of students at West Virginia State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At West Virginia State University, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
128	West Virginia State University	Volleyball	-43508	96.37	850 – 1,090	10878	32849	#128 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Located in Institute, West Virginia State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They require $20 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of students at West Virginia State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At West Virginia State University, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
129	Point Park University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-45498	96.91	1,030 – 1,260	25477	36906	#129 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $25,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,906
130	West Virginia State University	Baseball	-74688	96.37	850 – 1,090	10878	32849	#130 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Located in Institute, West Virginia State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They require $20 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of students at West Virginia State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At West Virginia State University, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
131	Point Park University	Soccer	-671727	96.91	1,030 – 1,260	25477	36906	#131 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $25,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,906

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference

Golf

$693,158

96.9%

1,030 – 1,260

$25,477

$36,906

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference

Basketball

$137,862 210.1%

99.2%

870 – 1,080

$10,993

$41,197

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

$97,209

96.4%

850 – 1,090

$10,878

$32,849

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference

Soccer

$94,031 40.3%

64.6%

1,000 – 1,150

$21,100

$42,698

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference

Basketball

$83,457 24.2%

93.4%

890 – 1,090

$9,687

$37,126

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference

Football

$76,662 0.0%

96.4%

850 – 1,090

$10,878

$32,849

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference

Football

$70,025 429.9%

99.2%

870 – 1,080

$10,993

$41,197

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference

Basketball

$67,037 51.7%

64.6%

1,000 – 1,150

$21,100

$42,698

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference

Softball

$64,928 357.5%

64.6%

1,000 – 1,150

$21,100

$42,698

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference

Baseball

$62,725 184.1%

64.6%

1,000 – 1,150

$21,100

$42,698

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Mountain East Conference

Tennis

$41,874 1,102.2%

64.6%

1,000 – 1,150

$21,100

$42,698

$137,862
210.1%

$94,031
40.3%

$83,457
24.2%

$76,662
0.0%

$70,025
429.9%

$67,037
51.7%

$64,928
357.5%

$62,725
184.1%

$41,874
1,102.2%

$40,484
180.9%

$36,528
46.8%

$27,297
71.1%

$25,715
122.2%

$22,975
633.8%

$22,944
153.0%

$21,348
37.9%