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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	Linfield University	Football	171924	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $171,924 57.7% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
2	Whitworth University	Football	169658	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $169,658 808.7% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
3	Linfield University	Baseball	138046	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $138,046 2.0% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
4	Linfield University	Softball	117073	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $117,073 8.4% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
5	Whitworth University	Basketball	110736	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $110,736 265.9% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
6	Linfield University	Basketball	82256	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $82,256 33.7% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
7	Linfield University	Soccer	69517	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $69,517 37.5% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
8	Linfield University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	60154	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $60,154 326.0% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
9	Whitman College	Tennis	58318	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $58,318 8.4% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
10	Whitworth University	Soccer	51764	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $51,764 244.2% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
11	Whitman College	Soccer	50129	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $50,129 13.3% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
12	George Fox University	Baseball	47154	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $47,154 0.3% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
13	Whitman College	Swimming	47016	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $47,016 29.4% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
14	Whitman College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	46758	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $46,758 353.7% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
15	Whitman College	Golf	45963	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $45,963 79.4% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
16	Whitworth University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	41462	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $41,462 1,831.2% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
17	Whitman College	Basketball	40810	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $40,810 30.8% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
18	Linfield University	Cross Country	36351	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $36,351 39,612.0% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
19	Whitworth University	Swimming	36171	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $36,171 114.3% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
20	George Fox University	Other Sports	31776	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $31,776 584.4% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
21	Linfield University	Golf	30807	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $30,807 6,176.3% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
22	George Fox University	Volleyball	27524	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $27,524 61.6% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
23	Whitworth University	Softball	23928	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $23,928 940.8% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
24	Whitman College	Volleyball	21843	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $21,843 4.0% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
25	Linfield University	Lacrosse	18021	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $18,021 1,082.5% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
26	George Fox University	Basketball	17065	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $17,065 24.3% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
27	George Fox University	Football	15635	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $15,635 74.8% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
28	Whitworth University	Track and Field (Indoor)	15533	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports $15,533 1,808.2% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
29	Whitworth University	Tennis	12392	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $12,392 206,633.3% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
30	George Fox University	Softball	11004	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $11,004 5.0% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
31	George Fox University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	11000	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $11,000 24.8% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
32	Linfield University	Volleyball	10508	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $10,508 5,056.6% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
33	Whitman College	Baseball	9289	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $9,289 87.7% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
34	Linfield University	Tennis	8949	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $8,949 195.9% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
35	Whitman College	Lacrosse	7799	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $7,799 1.4% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
36	Whitworth University	Cross Country	7472	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $7,472 7.3% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
37	Linfield University	Swimming	4712	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $4,712 91.4% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
38	Whitworth University	Baseball	4154	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $4,154 71.9% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
39	Whitworth University	Golf	4103	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $4,103 123.7% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
40	George Fox University	Soccer	3463	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $3,463 143.3% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
41	George Fox University	Lacrosse	2453	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $2,453 73.8% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
42	Whitworth University	Volleyball	2036	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $2,036 67.1% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
43	George Fox University	Tennis	1324	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $1,324 62.2% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
44	George Fox University	Swimming	620	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $620 46.1% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
45	George Fox University	Golf	250	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $250 100.0% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
46	Whitworth University	Lacrosse	19	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $19 99.3% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
47	Lewis & Clark College	Baseball	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
48	Lewis & Clark College	Basketball	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
49	Lewis & Clark College	Football	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
50	Lewis & Clark College	Golf	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
51	Lewis & Clark College	Lacrosse	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
52	Lewis & Clark College	Rowing	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
53	Lewis & Clark College	Soccer	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
54	Lewis & Clark College	Softball	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
55	Lewis & Clark College	Swimming	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
56	Lewis & Clark College	Tennis	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
57	Lewis & Clark College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
58	Lewis & Clark College	Cross Country	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
59	Lewis & Clark College	Volleyball	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
60	Linfield University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
61	Linfield University	Wrestling	0	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
62	Pacific University	Baseball	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
63	Pacific University	Basketball	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
64	Pacific University	Football	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
65	Pacific University	Golf	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
66	Pacific University	Lacrosse	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
67	Pacific University	Rowing	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
68	Pacific University	Soccer	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
69	Pacific University	Softball	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
70	Pacific University	Swimming	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
71	Pacific University	Tennis	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
72	Pacific University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
73	Pacific University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
74	Pacific University	Cross Country	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
75	Pacific University	Volleyball	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
76	Pacific University	Wrestling	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
77	University of Puget Sound	Baseball	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
78	University of Puget Sound	Basketball	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
79	University of Puget Sound	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
80	University of Puget Sound	Football	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
81	University of Puget Sound	Golf	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
82	University of Puget Sound	Lacrosse	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
83	University of Puget Sound	Rowing	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
84	University of Puget Sound	Soccer	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
85	University of Puget Sound	Softball	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
86	University of Puget Sound	Swimming	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
87	University of Puget Sound	Tennis	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
88	University of Puget Sound	Volleyball	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
89	Willamette University	Baseball	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
90	Willamette University	Basketball	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
91	Willamette University	Football	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
92	Willamette University	Golf	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
93	Willamette University	Lacrosse	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
94	Willamette University	Soccer	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
95	Willamette University	Softball	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
96	Willamette University	Swimming	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
97	Willamette University	Tennis	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
98	Willamette University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
99	Willamette University	Cross Country	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
100	Willamette University	Volleyball	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
101	Willamette University	Other Sports	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference

Football

$171,924 57.7%

85.2%

1,050 – 1,240

$31,462

$70,643

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference

Football

$169,658 808.7%

86.8%

1,100 – 1,340

$27,491

$49,510

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference

Baseball

$138,046 2.0%

85.2%

1,050 – 1,240

$31,462

$70,643

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference

Softball

$117,073 8.4%

85.2%

1,050 – 1,240

$31,462

$70,643

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference

Basketball

$110,736 265.9%

86.8%

1,100 – 1,340

$27,491

$49,510

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference

Basketball

$82,256 33.7%

85.2%

1,050 – 1,240

$31,462

$70,643

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference

Soccer

$69,517 37.5%

85.2%

1,050 – 1,240

$31,462

$70,643

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference

Track and Field (Outdoor)

$60,154 326.0%

85.2%

1,050 – 1,240

$31,462

$70,643

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference

Tennis

$58,318 8.4%

38.2%

1,330 – 1,480

$41,601

$45,594

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference

Soccer

$51,764 244.2%

86.8%

1,100 – 1,340

$27,491

$49,510

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Northwest Conference

Soccer

$50,129 13.3%

38.2%

1,330 – 1,480

$41,601

$45,594

$171,924
57.7%

$169,658
808.7%

$138,046
2.0%

$117,073
8.4%

$110,736
265.9%

$82,256
33.7%

$69,517
37.5%

$60,154
326.0%

$58,318
8.4%

$51,764
244.2%

$50,129
13.3%

$47,154
0.3%

$47,016
29.4%

$46,758
353.7%

$45,963
79.4%

$41,462
1,831.2%

$40,810
30.8%

$36,351
39,612.0%