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Rank	Institution	Sport	Most Profitable Sports	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Southern Utah University	Football	1454922	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $1,454,922 28.1% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
2	Tarleton State University	Football	1026849	52.56	--	15363	46729	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $1,026,849 82.5% Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
3	California Baptist University	Basketball	516724	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $516,724 7.6% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
4	Tarleton State University	Basketball	436373	52.56	--	15363	46729	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $436,373 1,735.7% Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
5	Southern Utah University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	340323	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $340,323 16.6% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
6	California Baptist University	Baseball	247623	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $247,623 2.2% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
7	California Baptist University	Other Sports	173902	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $173,902 185.7% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
8	Southern Utah University	Soccer	128849	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $128,849 8.6% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
9	Tarleton State University	Baseball	125620	52.56	--	15363	46729	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $125,620 899.3% Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
10	Southern Utah University	Gymnastics	121725	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports $121,725 5.0% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
11	Southern Utah University	Volleyball	91475	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $91,475 9.9% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
12	California Baptist University	Golf	74275	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $74,275 657.4% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
13	California Baptist University	Soccer	69336	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $69,336 43.4% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
14	Tarleton State University	Volleyball	64893	52.56	--	15363	46729	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $64,893 399.8% Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
15	Tarleton State University	Softball	60537	52.56	--	15363	46729	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $60,537 183.6% Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
16	Tarleton State University	Golf	53839	52.56	--	15363	46729	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $53,839 83.2% Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
17	California Baptist University	Volleyball	53558	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $53,558 29.8% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
18	California Baptist University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	47440	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports $47,440 727.1% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
19	Southern Utah University	Softball	38730	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $38,730 24.9% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
20	California Baptist University	Softball	27836	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $27,836 31.9% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
21	California Baptist University	Water Polo	24849	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports $24,849 78.2% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
22	Tarleton State University	Soccer	24446	52.56	--	15363	46729	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $24,446 3.5% Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
23	Tarleton State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	8299	52.56	--	15363	46729	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $8,299 156.1% Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
24	Tarleton State University	Tennis	8026	52.56	--	15363	46729	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $8,026 59.1% Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
25	California Baptist University	Cross Country	5521	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $5,521 120.8% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
26	Tarleton State University	Beach Volleyball	1000	52.56	--	15363	46729	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $1,000 Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
27	Grand Canyon University	Baseball	0	60.36	960 – 1,150	22239	47280	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,280
28	Grand Canyon University	Basketball	0	60.36	960 – 1,150	22239	47280	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,280
29	Grand Canyon University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	60.36	960 – 1,150	22239	47280	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,280
30	Grand Canyon University	Golf	0	60.36	960 – 1,150	22239	47280	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,280
31	Grand Canyon University	Soccer	0	60.36	960 – 1,150	22239	47280	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,280
32	Grand Canyon University	Softball	0	60.36	960 – 1,150	22239	47280	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,280
33	Grand Canyon University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	60.36	960 – 1,150	22239	47280	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,280
34	Grand Canyon University	Tennis	0	60.36	960 – 1,150	22239	47280	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,280
35	Grand Canyon University	Volleyball	0	60.36	960 – 1,150	22239	47280	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,280
36	Grand Canyon University	Beach Volleyball	0	60.36	960 – 1,150	22239	47280	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,280
37	Seattle University	Baseball	0	77.03	1,150 – 1,370	37103	64656	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Seattle University Seattle, WA Based in Seattle, Seattle University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Seattle University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $37,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,656
38	Seattle University	Basketball	0	77.03	1,150 – 1,370	37103	64656	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Seattle University Seattle, WA Based in Seattle, Seattle University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Seattle University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $37,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,656
39	Seattle University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	77.03	1,150 – 1,370	37103	64656	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Seattle University Seattle, WA Based in Seattle, Seattle University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Seattle University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $37,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,656
40	Seattle University	Golf	0	77.03	1,150 – 1,370	37103	64656	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Seattle University Seattle, WA Based in Seattle, Seattle University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Seattle University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $37,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,656
41	Seattle University	Rowing	0	77.03	1,150 – 1,370	37103	64656	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Seattle University Seattle, WA Based in Seattle, Seattle University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Seattle University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $37,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,656
42	Seattle University	Soccer	0	77.03	1,150 – 1,370	37103	64656	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Seattle University Seattle, WA Based in Seattle, Seattle University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Seattle University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $37,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,656
43	Seattle University	Softball	0	77.03	1,150 – 1,370	37103	64656	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Seattle University Seattle, WA Based in Seattle, Seattle University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Seattle University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $37,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,656
44	Seattle University	Swimming	0	77.03	1,150 – 1,370	37103	64656	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Seattle University Seattle, WA Based in Seattle, Seattle University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Seattle University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $37,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,656
45	Seattle University	Tennis	0	77.03	1,150 – 1,370	37103	64656	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Seattle University Seattle, WA Based in Seattle, Seattle University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Seattle University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $37,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,656
46	Seattle University	Volleyball	0	77.03	1,150 – 1,370	37103	64656	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Seattle University Seattle, WA Based in Seattle, Seattle University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Seattle University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $37,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,656
47	Stephen F Austin State University	Baseball	0	74.45	970 – 1,150	15498	43144	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71%......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
48	Stephen F Austin State University	Basketball	0	74.45	970 – 1,150	15498	43144	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71%......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
49	Stephen F Austin State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	74.45	970 – 1,150	15498	43144	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71%......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
50	Stephen F Austin State University	Football	0	74.45	970 – 1,150	15498	43144	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71%......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
51	Stephen F Austin State University	Golf	0	74.45	970 – 1,150	15498	43144	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71%......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
52	Stephen F Austin State University	Soccer	0	74.45	970 – 1,150	15498	43144	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71%......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
53	Stephen F Austin State University	Softball	0	74.45	970 – 1,150	15498	43144	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71%......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
54	Stephen F Austin State University	Tennis	0	74.45	970 – 1,150	15498	43144	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71%......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
55	Stephen F Austin State University	Volleyball	0	74.45	970 – 1,150	15498	43144	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71%......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
56	Stephen F Austin State University	Beach Volleyball	0	74.45	970 – 1,150	15498	43144	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71%......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
57	Stephen F Austin State University	Bowling	0	74.45	970 – 1,150	15498	43144	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71%......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
58	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	Baseball	0	94.01	870 – 1,090	6978	35812	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Found in Edinburg, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 52% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley currently receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students continued studying......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $6,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
59	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	Basketball	0	94.01	870 – 1,090	6978	35812	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Found in Edinburg, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 52% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley currently receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students continued studying......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $6,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
60	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	94.01	870 – 1,090	6978	35812	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Found in Edinburg, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 52% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley currently receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students continued studying......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $6,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
61	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	Golf	0	94.01	870 – 1,090	6978	35812	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Found in Edinburg, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 52% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley currently receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students continued studying......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $6,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
62	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	Soccer	0	94.01	870 – 1,090	6978	35812	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Found in Edinburg, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 52% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley currently receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students continued studying......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $6,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
63	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	Tennis	0	94.01	870 – 1,090	6978	35812	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Found in Edinburg, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 52% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley currently receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students continued studying......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $6,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
64	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	Volleyball	0	94.01	870 – 1,090	6978	35812	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Found in Edinburg, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 52% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley currently receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students continued studying......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $6,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
65	The University of Texas at Arlington	Baseball	0	81.29	1,020 – 1,240	14956	60902	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Found in Arlington, The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 81% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 68% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,956 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
66	The University of Texas at Arlington	Basketball	0	81.29	1,020 – 1,240	14956	60902	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Found in Arlington, The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 81% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 68% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,956 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
67	The University of Texas at Arlington	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	81.29	1,020 – 1,240	14956	60902	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Found in Arlington, The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 81% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 68% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,956 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
68	The University of Texas at Arlington	Golf	0	81.29	1,020 – 1,240	14956	60902	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Found in Arlington, The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 81% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 68% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,956 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
69	The University of Texas at Arlington	Softball	0	81.29	1,020 – 1,240	14956	60902	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Found in Arlington, The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 81% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 68% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,956 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
70	The University of Texas at Arlington	Tennis	0	81.29	1,020 – 1,240	14956	60902	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Found in Arlington, The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 81% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 68% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,956 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
71	The University of Texas at Arlington	Volleyball	0	81.29	1,020 – 1,240	14956	60902	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Found in Arlington, The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 81% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 68% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,956 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
72	Utah Tech University	Baseball	0	100	940 – 1,150	15488	37959	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Tech University Saint George, UT Based in Saint George, Utah Tech University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 81% of students at Utah Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,959
73	Utah Tech University	Basketball	0	100	940 – 1,150	15488	37959	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Tech University Saint George, UT Based in Saint George, Utah Tech University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 81% of students at Utah Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,959
74	Utah Tech University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	100	940 – 1,150	15488	37959	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Tech University Saint George, UT Based in Saint George, Utah Tech University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 81% of students at Utah Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,959
75	Utah Tech University	Football	0	100	940 – 1,150	15488	37959	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Tech University Saint George, UT Based in Saint George, Utah Tech University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 81% of students at Utah Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,959
76	Utah Tech University	Golf	0	100	940 – 1,150	15488	37959	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Tech University Saint George, UT Based in Saint George, Utah Tech University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 81% of students at Utah Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,959
77	Utah Tech University	Soccer	0	100	940 – 1,150	15488	37959	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Tech University Saint George, UT Based in Saint George, Utah Tech University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 81% of students at Utah Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,959
78	Utah Tech University	Softball	0	100	940 – 1,150	15488	37959	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Tech University Saint George, UT Based in Saint George, Utah Tech University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 81% of students at Utah Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,959
79	Utah Tech University	Swimming	0	100	940 – 1,150	15488	37959	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Tech University Saint George, UT Based in Saint George, Utah Tech University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 81% of students at Utah Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,959
80	Utah Tech University	Tennis	0	100	940 – 1,150	15488	37959	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Tech University Saint George, UT Based in Saint George, Utah Tech University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 81% of students at Utah Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,959
81	Utah Tech University	Cross Country	0	100	940 – 1,150	15488	37959	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Tech University Saint George, UT Based in Saint George, Utah Tech University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 81% of students at Utah Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,959
82	Utah Tech University	Volleyball	0	100	940 – 1,150	15488	37959	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Tech University Saint George, UT Based in Saint George, Utah Tech University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 81% of students at Utah Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,959
83	Utah Valley University	Baseball	0	100	970 – 1,210	8650	46825	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Valley University Orem, UT Found in Orem, Utah Valley University’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Utah Valley University, there is a 69% first year retention rate and a 15% four year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $8,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,825
84	Utah Valley University	Basketball	0	100	970 – 1,210	8650	46825	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Valley University Orem, UT Found in Orem, Utah Valley University’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Utah Valley University, there is a 69% first year retention rate and a 15% four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $8,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,825
85	Utah Valley University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	100	970 – 1,210	8650	46825	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Valley University Orem, UT Found in Orem, Utah Valley University’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Utah Valley University, there is a 69% first year retention rate and a 15% four year......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $8,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,825
86	Utah Valley University	Golf	0	100	970 – 1,210	8650	46825	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Valley University Orem, UT Found in Orem, Utah Valley University’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Utah Valley University, there is a 69% first year retention rate and a 15% four year......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $8,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,825
87	Utah Valley University	Soccer	0	100	970 – 1,210	8650	46825	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Valley University Orem, UT Found in Orem, Utah Valley University’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Utah Valley University, there is a 69% first year retention rate and a 15% four year......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $8,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,825
88	Utah Valley University	Softball	0	100	970 – 1,210	8650	46825	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Valley University Orem, UT Found in Orem, Utah Valley University’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Utah Valley University, there is a 69% first year retention rate and a 15% four year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $8,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,825
89	Utah Valley University	Volleyball	0	100	970 – 1,210	8650	46825	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Valley University Orem, UT Found in Orem, Utah Valley University’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Utah Valley University, there is a 69% first year retention rate and a 15% four year......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $8,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,825
90	Utah Valley University	Wrestling	0	100	970 – 1,210	8650	46825	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Utah Valley University Orem, UT Found in Orem, Utah Valley University’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Utah Valley University, there is a 69% first year retention rate and a 15% four year......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $8,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,825
91	California Baptist University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	-69	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
92	California Baptist University	Wrestling	-30710	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
93	Southern Utah University	Basketball	-254233	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
94	Southern Utah University	Golf	-339569	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference

Football

$1,454,922 28.1%

81.8%

1,040 – 1,240

$12,375

$41,147

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference

Football

$1,026,849 82.5%

52.6%

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$15,363

$46,729

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference

Basketball

$516,724 7.6%

85.4%

930 – 1,210

$28,596

$52,336

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference

Basketball

$436,373 1,735.7%

52.6%

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$15,363

$46,729

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

$340,323 16.6%

81.8%

1,040 – 1,240

$12,375

$41,147

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference

Baseball

$247,623 2.2%

85.4%

930 – 1,210

$28,596

$52,336

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference

Other Sports

$173,902 185.7%

85.4%

930 – 1,210

$28,596

$52,336

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference

Soccer

$128,849 8.6%

81.8%

1,040 – 1,240

$12,375

$41,147

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference

Baseball

$125,620 899.3%

52.6%

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$15,363

$46,729

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference

Gymnastics

$121,725 5.0%

81.8%

1,040 – 1,240

$12,375

$41,147

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – Western Athletic Conference

Volleyball

$91,475 9.9%

81.8%

1,040 – 1,240

$12,375

$41,147

$1,454,922
28.1%

$1,026,849
82.5%

$516,724
7.6%

$436,373
1,735.7%

$340,323
16.6%

$247,623
2.2%

$173,902
185.7%

$128,849
8.6%

$125,620
899.3%

$121,725
5.0%

$91,475
9.9%

$74,275
657.4%

$69,336
43.4%

$64,893
399.8%

$60,537
183.6%

$53,839
83.2%

$53,558
29.8%

$47,440
727.1%