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

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Rank	Institution	Sport	Most Profitable Sports	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	University of Rhode Island	Basketball	156902	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	20964	57446	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $156,902 270.1% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
2	Salve Regina University	Tennis	111171	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $111,171 565.8% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
3	University of Rhode Island	Rowing	106636	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	20964	57446	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports $106,636 3.3% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
4	Salve Regina University	Football	91331	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $91,331 167.8% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
5	University of Rhode Island	Softball	47218	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	20964	57446	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $47,218 55.7% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
6	Salve Regina University	Lacrosse	39505	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $39,505 69.8% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
7	Salve Regina University	Basketball	39411	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $39,411 12.7% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
8	Roger Williams University	Sailing	34798	87.78	1,140 – 1,310	37936	53845	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 99% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports $34,798 181.4% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $37,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
9	University of Rhode Island	Football	34499	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	20964	57446	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports $34,499 76.6% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
10	Roger Williams University	Wrestling	33386	87.78	1,140 – 1,310	37936	53845	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 99% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports $33,386 18.5% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $37,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
11	University of Rhode Island	Lacrosse	30202	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	20964	57446	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $30,202 Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
12	Roger Williams University	Swimming	20336	87.78	1,140 – 1,310	37936	53845	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 99% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports $20,336 252.0% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $37,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
13	Salve Regina University	Ice Hockey	20303	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports $20,303 33.0% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
14	Salve Regina University	Field Hockey	13086	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports $13,086 58.7% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
15	Salve Regina University	Volleyball	10137	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $10,137 167.0% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
16	Rhode Island College	Basketball	8262	91.82	870 – 1,120	11549	46882	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $8,262 7.6% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
17	University of Rhode Island	Swimming and Diving (combined)	8190	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	20964	57446	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports $8,190 15.5% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
18	University of Rhode Island	Tennis	8068	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	20964	57446	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $8,068 237.4% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
19	Salve Regina University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	7613	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $7,613 741.2% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
20	Salve Regina University	Cross Country	6749	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $6,749 196.3% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
21	Roger Williams University	Volleyball	6632	87.78	1,140 – 1,310	37936	53845	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 99% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $6,632 8.3% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $37,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
22	Roger Williams University	Tennis	5715	87.78	1,140 – 1,310	37936	53845	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 99% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports $5,715 183.9% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $37,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
23	Roger Williams University	Softball	4853	87.78	1,140 – 1,310	37936	53845	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 99% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports $4,853 122.0% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $37,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
24	Roger Williams University	Equestrian	4249	87.78	1,140 – 1,310	37936	53845	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 99% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports $4,249 35.5% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $37,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
25	Roger Williams University	Basketball	4205	87.78	1,140 – 1,310	37936	53845	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 99% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports $4,205 157.8% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $37,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
26	Rhode Island College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	3358	91.82	870 – 1,120	11549	46882	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports $3,358 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
27	University of Rhode Island	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	2952	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	20964	57446	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports $2,952 83.7% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
28	Roger Williams University	Field Hockey	2639	87.78	1,140 – 1,310	37936	53845	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 99% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports $2,639 40.9% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $37,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
29	Rhode Island College	Wrestling	2375	91.82	870 – 1,120	11549	46882	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports $2,375 60.4% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
30	Roger Williams University	Cross Country	2062	87.78	1,140 – 1,310	37936	53845	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 99% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports $2,062 371.3% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $37,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
31	Rhode Island College	Volleyball	1448	91.82	870 – 1,120	11549	46882	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports $1,448 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
32	Roger Williams University	Lacrosse	1225	87.78	1,140 – 1,310	37936	53845	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 99% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports $1,225 110.7% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $37,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
33	Brown University	Baseball	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
34	Brown University	Basketball	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
35	Brown University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
36	Brown University	Fencing	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Fencing Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
37	Brown University	Field Hockey	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
38	Brown University	Football	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
39	Brown University	Gymnastics	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
40	Brown University	Ice Hockey	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
41	Brown University	Lacrosse	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
42	Brown University	Rowing	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
43	Brown University	Soccer	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
44	Brown University	Softball	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
45	Brown University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
46	Brown University	Tennis	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
47	Brown University	Volleyball	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
48	Brown University	Water Polo	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
49	Brown University	Wrestling	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
50	Brown University	Other Sports	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
51	Brown University	Equestrian	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
52	Brown University	Sailing	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
53	Bryant University	Baseball	0	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	40612	66488	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $40,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
54	Bryant University	Basketball	0	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	40612	66488	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $40,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
55	Bryant University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	40612	66488	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students 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 65.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $40,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
56	Bryant University	Field Hockey	0	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	40612	66488	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $40,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
57	Bryant University	Football	0	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	40612	66488	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $40,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
58	Bryant University	Golf	0	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	40612	66488	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $40,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
59	Bryant University	Lacrosse	0	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	40612	66488	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $40,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
60	Bryant University	Rowing	0	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	40612	66488	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $40,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
61	Bryant University	Soccer	0	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	40612	66488	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $40,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
62	Bryant University	Softball	0	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	40612	66488	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $40,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
63	Bryant University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	40612	66488	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $40,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
64	Bryant University	Tennis	0	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	40612	66488	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $40,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
65	Bryant University	Volleyball	0	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	40612	66488	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $40,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
66	Bryant University	Bowling	0	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	40612	66488	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $40,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
67	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Baseball	0	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
68	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Basketball	0	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
69	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Field Hockey	0	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
70	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Ice Hockey	0	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
71	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Lacrosse	0	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
72	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Soccer	0	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
73	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Softball	0	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
74	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Cross Country	0	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
75	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Volleyball	0	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
76	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Wrestling	0	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
77	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Other Sports	0	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
78	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	Equestrian	0	88.44	920 – 1,180	33480	35802	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $33,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
79	Providence College	Basketball	0	50.89	1,110 – 1,340	46645	69326	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Providence College Providence, RI Providence College was founded in 1917 and was also a founding member of the original Big East Conference. The athletes are cheered on by Friar Dom and Huxley the Dalmatian. Providence offers 1 majors and programs, and many go to study Neuroscience. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 50.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $46,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,326
80	Providence College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	50.89	1,110 – 1,340	46645	69326	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Providence College Providence, RI Providence College was founded in 1917 and was also a founding member of the original Big East Conference. The athletes are cheered on by Friar Dom and Huxley the Dalmatian. Providence offers 1 majors and programs, and many go to study Neuroscience. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 50.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $46,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,326
81	Providence College	Field Hockey	0	50.89	1,110 – 1,340	46645	69326	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Providence College Providence, RI Providence College was founded in 1917 and was also a founding member of the original Big East Conference. The athletes are cheered on by Friar Dom and Huxley the Dalmatian. Providence offers 1 majors and programs, and many go to study Neuroscience. Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 50.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $46,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,326
82	Providence College	Ice Hockey	0	50.89	1,110 – 1,340	46645	69326	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Providence College Providence, RI Providence College was founded in 1917 and was also a founding member of the original Big East Conference. The athletes are cheered on by Friar Dom and Huxley the Dalmatian. Providence offers 1 majors and programs, and many go to study Neuroscience. Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 50.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $46,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,326
83	Providence College	Lacrosse	0	50.89	1,110 – 1,340	46645	69326	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Providence College Providence, RI Providence College was founded in 1917 and was also a founding member of the original Big East Conference. The athletes are cheered on by Friar Dom and Huxley the Dalmatian. Providence offers 1 majors and programs, and many go to study Neuroscience. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 50.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $46,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,326
84	Providence College	Soccer	0	50.89	1,110 – 1,340	46645	69326	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Providence College Providence, RI Providence College was founded in 1917 and was also a founding member of the original Big East Conference. The athletes are cheered on by Friar Dom and Huxley the Dalmatian. Providence offers 1 majors and programs, and many go to study Neuroscience. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 50.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $46,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,326
85	Providence College	Softball	0	50.89	1,110 – 1,340	46645	69326	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Providence College Providence, RI Providence College was founded in 1917 and was also a founding member of the original Big East Conference. The athletes are cheered on by Friar Dom and Huxley the Dalmatian. Providence offers 1 majors and programs, and many go to study Neuroscience. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 50.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $46,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,326
86	Providence College	Swimming	0	50.89	1,110 – 1,340	46645	69326	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Providence College Providence, RI Providence College was founded in 1917 and was also a founding member of the original Big East Conference. The athletes are cheered on by Friar Dom and Huxley the Dalmatian. Providence offers 1 majors and programs, and many go to study Neuroscience. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 50.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $46,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,326
87	Providence College	Tennis	0	50.89	1,110 – 1,340	46645	69326	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Providence College Providence, RI Providence College was founded in 1917 and was also a founding member of the original Big East Conference. The athletes are cheered on by Friar Dom and Huxley the Dalmatian. Providence offers 1 majors and programs, and many go to study Neuroscience. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 50.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $46,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,326
88	Providence College	Volleyball	0	50.89	1,110 – 1,340	46645	69326	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Providence College Providence, RI Providence College was founded in 1917 and was also a founding member of the original Big East Conference. The athletes are cheered on by Friar Dom and Huxley the Dalmatian. Providence offers 1 majors and programs, and many go to study Neuroscience. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 50.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $46,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,326
89	Rhode Island College	Baseball	0	91.82	870 – 1,120	11549	46882	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
90	Rhode Island College	Golf	0	91.82	870 – 1,120	11549	46882	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
91	Rhode Island College	Gymnastics	0	91.82	870 – 1,120	11549	46882	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
92	Rhode Island College	Lacrosse	0	91.82	870 – 1,120	11549	46882	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
93	Rhode Island College	Soccer	0	91.82	870 – 1,120	11549	46882	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
94	Rhode Island College	Softball	0	91.82	870 – 1,120	11549	46882	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
95	Rhode Island College	Swimming	0	91.82	870 – 1,120	11549	46882	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
96	Rhode Island College	Tennis	0	91.82	870 – 1,120	11549	46882	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
97	Rhode Island College	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	91.82	870 – 1,120	11549	46882	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
98	Rhode Island College	Cross Country	0	91.82	870 – 1,120	11549	46882	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
99	Roger Williams University	Soccer	-1662	87.78	1,140 – 1,310	37936	53845	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 99% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $37,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
100	University of Rhode Island	Golf	-1957	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	20964	57446	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
101	Roger Williams University	Golf	-3123	87.78	1,140 – 1,310	37936	53845	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 99% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $37,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
102	University of Rhode Island	Volleyball	-3507	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	20964	57446	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
103	Roger Williams University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	-4996	87.78	1,140 – 1,310	37936	53845	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 99% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $37,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
104	Salve Regina University	Equestrian	-10053	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
105	Salve Regina University	Sailing	-11172	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
106	University of Rhode Island	Baseball	-12545	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	20964	57446	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
107	University of Rhode Island	Soccer	-18638	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	20964	57446	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
108	Salve Regina University	Softball	-20197	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
109	Roger Williams University	Baseball	-26666	87.78	1,140 – 1,310	37936	53845	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 99% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $37,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
110	Salve Regina University	Soccer	-44555	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
111	Salve Regina University	Baseball	-54662	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports -- Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027

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Basketball

$156,902 270.1%

72.2%

1,020 – 1,280

$20,964

$57,446

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island

Tennis

$111,171 565.8%

68.2%

1,170 – 1,340

$37,794

$55,027

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island

Rowing

$106,636 3.3%

72.2%

1,020 – 1,280

$20,964

$57,446

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island

Football

$91,331 167.8%

68.2%

1,170 – 1,340

$37,794

$55,027

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island

Softball

$47,218 55.7%

72.2%

1,020 – 1,280

$20,964

$57,446

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island

Lacrosse

$39,505 69.8%

68.2%

1,170 – 1,340

$37,794

$55,027

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island

Basketball

$39,411 12.7%

68.2%

1,170 – 1,340

$37,794

$55,027

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island

Sailing

$34,798 181.4%

87.8%

1,140 – 1,310

$37,936

$53,845

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island

Football

$34,499 76.6%

72.2%

1,020 – 1,280

$20,964

$57,446

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island

Wrestling

$33,386 18.5%

87.8%

1,140 – 1,310

$37,936

$53,845

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs in Rhode Island

Lacrosse

$30,202

72.2%

1,020 – 1,280

$20,964

$57,446

$156,902
270.1%

$111,171
565.8%

$106,636
3.3%

$91,331
167.8%

$47,218
55.7%

$39,505
69.8%

$39,411
12.7%

$34,798
181.4%

$34,499
76.6%

$33,386
18.5%

$20,336
252.0%

$20,303
33.0%

$13,086
58.7%

$10,137
167.0%

$8,262
7.6%

$8,190
15.5%

$8,068
237.4%