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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	Piedmont University	Volleyball	1614762	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	21599	43761	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Piedmont University Demorest, GA Found in Demorest, Piedmont University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $1,614,762 7,781.9% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
2	The University of Olivet	Wrestling	76927	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports $76,927 601.2% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
3	Piedmont University	Softball	74892	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	21599	43761	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Piedmont University Demorest, GA Found in Demorest, Piedmont University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $74,892 150.3% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
4	The University of Olivet	Basketball	55551	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $55,551 1,139.1% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
5	Piedmont University	Other Sports	53775	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	21599	43761	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Piedmont University Demorest, GA Found in Demorest, Piedmont University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $53,775 66.6% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
6	The University of Olivet	Football	51910	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $51,910 5,190,900.0% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
7	The University of Olivet	Baseball	48071	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $48,071 1,025.0% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
8	Lakeland University	Basketball	34114	91.4	890 – 1,110	22593	49546	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $34,114 107.2% Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
9	The University of Olivet	Swimming	32366	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $32,366 3,985.5% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
10	The University of Olivet	Golf	31179	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $31,179 53.6% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
11	The University of Olivet	Track and Field (Outdoor)	29410	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $29,410 275.5% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
12	Lakeland University	Baseball	25377	91.4	890 – 1,110	22593	49546	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $25,377 221.8% Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
13	The University of Olivet	Softball	22413	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $22,413 4,891.8% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
14	The University of Olivet	Soccer	18767	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $18,767 53.3% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
15	The University of Olivet	Volleyball	17437	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $17,437 35.4% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
16	Defiance College	Baseball	17419	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports $17,419 7,473.5% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
17	The University of Olivet	Other Sports	16307	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports $16,307 97.7% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
18	Tougaloo College	Basketball	15000	7.17	880 – 1,090	12158	25777	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Tougaloo College Tougaloo, MS Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $15,000 0.0% Acceptance Rate 7.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,777
19	Elmhurst University	Volleyball	12934	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $12,934 1,293,500.0% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
20	Defiance College	Softball	12499	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $12,499 24.0% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
21	Piedmont University	Swimming	11722	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	21599	43761	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Piedmont University Demorest, GA Found in Demorest, Piedmont University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $11,722 195.9% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
22	Lakeland University	Football	11455	91.4	890 – 1,110	22593	49546	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $11,455 177.9% Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
23	Piedmont University	Basketball	10894	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	21599	43761	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Piedmont University Demorest, GA Found in Demorest, Piedmont University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $10,894 27.2% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
24	The University of Olivet	Bowling	10328	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $10,328 137.8% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
25	Defiance College	Volleyball	10148	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $10,148 0.0% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
26	Elmhurst University	Softball	8782	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $8,782 878,300.0% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
27	Piedmont University	Lacrosse	8168	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	21599	43761	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Piedmont University Demorest, GA Found in Demorest, Piedmont University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $8,168 282.4% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
28	Elmhurst University	Basketball	7062	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $7,062 0.0% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
29	The University of Olivet	Tennis	6794	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $6,794 69.9% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
30	Elmhurst University	Football	6553	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $6,553 0.0% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
31	Elmhurst University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	6463	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $6,463 323,050.0% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
32	The University of Olivet	Rifle	5980	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Sport Rifle Most Profitable Sports $5,980 Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
33	Defiance College	Golf	5092	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $5,092 520.2% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
34	Elmhurst University	Soccer	5041	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports $5,041 63.1% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
35	The University of Olivet	Cross Country	2910	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $2,910 124.7% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
36	Lakeland University	Bowling	2856	91.4	890 – 1,110	22593	49546	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $2,856 68.0% Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
37	Elmhurst University	Golf	2635	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports $2,635 42.2% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
38	Elmhurst University	Tennis	2620	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $2,620 156.4% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
39	Lakeland University	Tennis	1824	91.4	890 – 1,110	22593	49546	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $1,824 8.6% Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
40	Lakeland University	Cross Country	630	91.4	890 – 1,110	22593	49546	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $630 5,627.3% Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
41	Elmhurst University	Bowling	511	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports $511 1,662.1% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
42	Elmhurst University	Lacrosse	300	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $300 86.6% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
43	Defiance College	Football	91	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $91 97.7% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
44	Elmhurst University	Baseball	0	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
45	Elmhurst University	Wrestling	0	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
46	Heidelberg University	Baseball	0	67.73	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
47	Heidelberg University	Basketball	0	67.73	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
48	Heidelberg University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	67.73	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
49	Heidelberg University	Football	0	67.73	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
50	Heidelberg University	Golf	0	67.73	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
51	Heidelberg University	Lacrosse	0	67.73	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
52	Heidelberg University	Soccer	0	67.73	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
53	Heidelberg University	Softball	0	67.73	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
54	Heidelberg University	Swimming	0	67.73	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
55	Heidelberg University	Volleyball	0	67.73	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
56	Heidelberg University	Wrestling	0	67.73	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
57	Heidelberg University	Other Sports	0	67.73	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
58	Lakeland University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	91.4	890 – 1,110	22593	49546	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
59	Rocky Mountain College	Basketball	0	69.61	970 – 1,180	19173	41783	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Rocky Mountain College Billings, MT Rocky Mountain College is a fairly selective school. During the last admissions cycle, it received 1,410 applications and accepted 1,000. Athletes are known as the Battlin’ Bears and, wearing forest green and Vegas gold, they compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among other sports. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,783
60	Rocky Mountain College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	69.61	970 – 1,180	19173	41783	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Rocky Mountain College Billings, MT Rocky Mountain College is a fairly selective school. During the last admissions cycle, it received 1,410 applications and accepted 1,000. Athletes are known as the Battlin’ Bears and, wearing forest green and Vegas gold, they compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among other sports. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,783
61	Rocky Mountain College	Football	0	69.61	970 – 1,180	19173	41783	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Rocky Mountain College Billings, MT Rocky Mountain College is a fairly selective school. During the last admissions cycle, it received 1,410 applications and accepted 1,000. Athletes are known as the Battlin’ Bears and, wearing forest green and Vegas gold, they compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among other sports. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,783
62	Rocky Mountain College	Golf	0	69.61	970 – 1,180	19173	41783	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Rocky Mountain College Billings, MT Rocky Mountain College is a fairly selective school. During the last admissions cycle, it received 1,410 applications and accepted 1,000. Athletes are known as the Battlin’ Bears and, wearing forest green and Vegas gold, they compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among other sports. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,783
63	Rocky Mountain College	Skiing	0	69.61	970 – 1,180	19173	41783	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Rocky Mountain College Billings, MT Rocky Mountain College is a fairly selective school. During the last admissions cycle, it received 1,410 applications and accepted 1,000. Athletes are known as the Battlin’ Bears and, wearing forest green and Vegas gold, they compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among other sports. Sport Skiing Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,783
64	Rocky Mountain College	Soccer	0	69.61	970 – 1,180	19173	41783	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Rocky Mountain College Billings, MT Rocky Mountain College is a fairly selective school. During the last admissions cycle, it received 1,410 applications and accepted 1,000. Athletes are known as the Battlin’ Bears and, wearing forest green and Vegas gold, they compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among other sports. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,783
65	Rocky Mountain College	Volleyball	0	69.61	970 – 1,180	19173	41783	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Rocky Mountain College Billings, MT Rocky Mountain College is a fairly selective school. During the last admissions cycle, it received 1,410 applications and accepted 1,000. Athletes are known as the Battlin’ Bears and, wearing forest green and Vegas gold, they compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among other sports. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,783
66	Talladega College	Baseball	0	99.25	850 – 1,090	12450	22613	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Talladega College Talladega, AL Based in Talladega, Talladega College accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 63% of students attending Talladega College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,613
67	Talladega College	Basketball	0	99.25	850 – 1,090	12450	22613	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Talladega College Talladega, AL Based in Talladega, Talladega College accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 63% of students attending Talladega College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,613
68	Talladega College	Golf	0	99.25	850 – 1,090	12450	22613	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Talladega College Talladega, AL Based in Talladega, Talladega College accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 63% of students attending Talladega College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,613
69	Talladega College	Gymnastics	0	99.25	850 – 1,090	12450	22613	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Talladega College Talladega, AL Based in Talladega, Talladega College accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 63% of students attending Talladega College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,613
70	Talladega College	Soccer	0	99.25	850 – 1,090	12450	22613	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Talladega College Talladega, AL Based in Talladega, Talladega College accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 63% of students attending Talladega College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,613
71	Talladega College	Softball	0	99.25	850 – 1,090	12450	22613	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Talladega College Talladega, AL Based in Talladega, Talladega College accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 63% of students attending Talladega College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,613
72	Talladega College	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	99.25	850 – 1,090	12450	22613	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Talladega College Talladega, AL Based in Talladega, Talladega College accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 63% of students attending Talladega College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,613
73	Talladega College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	99.25	850 – 1,090	12450	22613	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Talladega College Talladega, AL Based in Talladega, Talladega College accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 63% of students attending Talladega College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,613
74	Talladega College	Cross Country	0	99.25	850 – 1,090	12450	22613	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Talladega College Talladega, AL Based in Talladega, Talladega College accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 63% of students attending Talladega College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,613
75	Talladega College	Volleyball	0	99.25	850 – 1,090	12450	22613	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Talladega College Talladega, AL Based in Talladega, Talladega College accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 63% of students attending Talladega College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,613
76	Tougaloo College	Baseball	0	7.17	880 – 1,090	12158	25777	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Tougaloo College Tougaloo, MS Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 7.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,777
77	Tougaloo College	Soccer	0	7.17	880 – 1,090	12158	25777	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Tougaloo College Tougaloo, MS Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 7.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,777
78	Tougaloo College	Cross Country	0	7.17	880 – 1,090	12158	25777	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Tougaloo College Tougaloo, MS Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 7.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,777
79	Tougaloo College	Volleyball	0	7.17	880 – 1,090	12158	25777	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Tougaloo College Tougaloo, MS Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 7.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,777
80	Lakeland University	Soccer	-495	91.4	890 – 1,110	22593	49546	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
81	Lakeland University	Golf	-3569	91.4	890 – 1,110	22593	49546	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
82	Piedmont University	Golf	-3858	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	21599	43761	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Piedmont University Demorest, GA Found in Demorest, Piedmont University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
83	Lakeland University	Volleyball	-6142	91.4	890 – 1,110	22593	49546	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
84	Defiance College	Track and Field (Indoor)	-7130	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
85	Defiance College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	-7130	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
86	Piedmont University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-7838	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	21599	43761	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Piedmont University Demorest, GA Found in Demorest, Piedmont University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
87	Lakeland University	Softball	-8694	91.4	890 – 1,110	22593	49546	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
88	Defiance College	Basketball	-9814	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
89	Piedmont University	Tennis	-11597	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	21599	43761	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Piedmont University Demorest, GA Found in Demorest, Piedmont University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
90	Defiance College	Soccer	-18803	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
91	Piedmont University	Soccer	-26131	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	21599	43761	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Piedmont University Demorest, GA Found in Demorest, Piedmont University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
92	Piedmont University	Baseball	-28872	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	21599	43761	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Piedmont University Demorest, GA Found in Demorest, Piedmont University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
93	Lakeland University	Wrestling	-57356	91.4	890 – 1,110	22593	49546	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546

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Volleyball

$1,614,762 7,781.9%

93.3%

1,020 – 1,240

$21,599

$43,761

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ

Wrestling

$76,927 601.2%

97.1%

970 – 1,140

$23,533

$42,637

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ

Softball

$74,892 150.3%

93.3%

1,020 – 1,240

$21,599

$43,761

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ

Basketball

$55,551 1,139.1%

97.1%

970 – 1,140

$23,533

$42,637

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ

Other Sports

$53,775 66.6%

93.3%

1,020 – 1,240

$21,599

$43,761

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ

Football

$51,910 5,190,900.0%

97.1%

970 – 1,140

$23,533

$42,637

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ

Baseball

$48,071 1,025.0%

97.1%

970 – 1,140

$23,533

$42,637

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ

Basketball

$34,114 107.2%

91.4%

890 – 1,110

$22,593

$49,546

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ

Swimming

$32,366 3,985.5%

97.1%

970 – 1,140

$23,533

$42,637

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ

Golf

$31,179 53.6%

97.1%

970 – 1,140

$23,533

$42,637

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs – United Church of Christ

Track and Field (Outdoor)

$29,410 275.5%

97.1%

970 – 1,140

$23,533

$42,637

$1,614,762
7,781.9%

$76,927
601.2%

$74,892
150.3%

$55,551
1,139.1%

$53,775
66.6%

$51,910
5,190,900.0%

$48,071
1,025.0%

$34,114
107.2%

$32,366
3,985.5%

$31,179
53.6%

$29,410
275.5%

$25,377
221.8%

$22,413
4,891.8%

$18,767
53.3%

$17,437
35.4%

$17,419
7,473.5%

$16,307
97.7%

$15,000
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