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This ranking is based on the profitability of each sports program at a college or university, divided by the number of college athletes on in that sport. Institutions with higher profitability per athlete may have an overall higher profit from sports or a relatively lower number of student athletes.

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Rank	Institution	Sport	Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Other Sports	33857.25	95.97	880 – 1,080	18654	47944	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $33,857 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,654 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
2	University of Rio Grande	Basketball	32293.39	0	--	24061	34323	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $32,293 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
3	University of Rio Grande	Soccer	25669.26	0	--	24061	34323	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $25,669 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
4	Oakland City University	Basketball	24137.93	82.51	870 – 1,150	16437	43190	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Oakland City University Oakland City, IN Located in Oakland City, Oakland City University’s acceptance rate is 83% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Oakland City University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Oakland City University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 40% four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $24,138 Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $16,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,190
5	University of Rio Grande	Softball	18149	0	--	24061	34323	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $18,149 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
6	University of Rio Grande	Baseball	17335.61	0	--	24061	34323	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $17,336 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
7	University of Rio Grande	Volleyball	17048.74	0	--	24061	34323	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $17,049 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
8	University of Rio Grande	Cross Country	16936.72	0	--	24061	34323	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $16,937 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
9	Ottawa University-Surprise	Bowling	15618.1	78.15	880 – 1,110	34037	49139	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 50% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $15,618 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $34,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
10	Ottawa University-Surprise	Basketball	15050.85	78.15	880 – 1,110	34037	49139	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 50% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $15,051 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $34,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
11	Lawrence Technological University	Ice Hockey	13833.33	55.9	1,040 – 1,280	34083	58827	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 56% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13,833 Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $34,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
12	Friends University	Baseball	13603.35	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13,603 Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
13	Lawrence Technological University	Cross Country	12712.61	55.9	1,040 – 1,280	34083	58827	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 56% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,713 Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $34,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
14	Ottawa University-Surprise	Beach Volleyball	12673.6	78.15	880 – 1,110	34037	49139	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 50% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,674 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $34,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
15	Friends University	Football	12610.95	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,611 Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
16	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Tennis	12045.62	95.97	880 – 1,080	18654	47944	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,046 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,654 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
17	Taylor University	Volleyball	12021.89	73.53	1,110 – 1,360	26178	45142	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 63 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. The school also boasts a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% first year retention rate. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,022 Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $26,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
18	University of Rio Grande	Other Sports	11318.91	0	--	24061	34323	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,319 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
19	University of Rio Grande	Golf	11216.72	0	--	24061	34323	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,217 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
20	Dakota Wesleyan University	Soccer	11120.91	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 920 out of 1,250 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,121 Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
21	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Tennis	10841.8	84.15	990 – 1,230	22961	43046	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,842 Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
22	University of Rio Grande	Wrestling	10711.94	0	--	24061	34323	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,712 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
23	Louisiana State University-Alexandria	Tennis	10617.4	92.08	940 – 1,120	8296	37284	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Louisiana State University-Alexandria Alexandria, LA Based in Alexandria, Louisiana State University-Alexandria accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and . About 48% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and its four year......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,617 Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $8,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
24	Warner University	Basketball	10294.97	42.81	800 – 1,060	20888	39589	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Warner University Lake Wales, FL Located in Lake Wales, Warner University’s acceptance rate is 43% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Warner University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,295 Acceptance Rate 42.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $20,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,589
25	Lawrence Technological University	Track and Field (Indoor)	10236.89	55.9	1,040 – 1,280	34083	58827	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 56% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,237 Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $34,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
26	Lawrence Technological University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	10236.83	55.9	1,040 – 1,280	34083	58827	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 56% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,237 Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $34,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
27	University of Rio Grande	Bowling	9729.14	0	--	24061	34323	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,729 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
28	Taylor University	Basketball	9613.76	73.53	1,110 – 1,360	26178	45142	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 63 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. The school also boasts a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% first year retention rate. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,614 Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $26,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
29	Ottawa University-Surprise	Softball	9279.08	78.15	880 – 1,110	34037	49139	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 50% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,279 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $34,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
30	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Baseball	8770.73	95.97	880 – 1,080	18654	47944	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,771 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,654 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
31	Missouri Valley College	Softball	8593.1	69.18	900 – 1,060	18923	36902	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,593 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
32	Ottawa University-Surprise	Cross Country	8259.65	78.15	880 – 1,110	34037	49139	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 50% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,260 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $34,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
33	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Baseball	8148.46	84.15	990 – 1,230	22961	43046	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,148 Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
34	Ottawa University-Ottawa	Baseball	8078.93	82.96	870 – 1,100	28185	49139	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 58% and 22% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,079 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
35	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Lacrosse	8039.97	84.15	990 – 1,230	22961	43046	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,040 Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
36	Friends University	Basketball	7750.21	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,750 Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
37	Friends University	Softball	7636.42	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,636 Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
38	Friends University	Wrestling	7589.62	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,590 Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
39	Huntington University	Basketball	7470.61	75.64	940 – 1,170	19767	40702	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Huntington University Huntington, IN 96% of students at Huntington University receive grant aid and as a NAIA Division I school, there are also athletic scholarships available. Huntington opened in 1897 as Central College, having been founded by (and still affiliated with) the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,471 Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
40	Dakota Wesleyan University	Golf	7362.5	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 920 out of 1,250 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,363 Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
41	Freed-Hardeman University	Baseball	7356.75	59.68	1,010 – 1,230	20178	40086	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Freed-Hardeman University Henderson, TN Found in Henderson, Freed-Hardeman University accepts 60% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 86% and 58% of students will earn......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,357 Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,086
42	Dakota Wesleyan University	Softball	7343.04	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 920 out of 1,250 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,343 Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
43	Lawrence Technological University	Tennis	6985.05	55.9	1,040 – 1,280	34083	58827	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 56% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,985 Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $34,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
44	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Volleyball	6767.71	95.97	880 – 1,080	18654	47944	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,768 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,654 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
45	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Softball	6618.52	95.97	880 – 1,080	18654	47944	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,619 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,654 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
46	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Golf	6563.47	84.15	990 – 1,230	22961	43046	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,563 Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
47	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Golf	6530.93	95.97	880 – 1,080	18654	47944	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,531 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,654 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
48	Friends University	Volleyball	6498.11	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,498 Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
49	Blue Mountain Christian University	Bowling	6476.33	88.95	1,010 – 1,180	24712	35401	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Blue Mountain Christian University was originally a women's school when it opened in 1873. It only became coeducational in 2005. During the last admissions cycle, 57% of accepted students enrolled....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,476 Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,401
50	Friends University	Soccer	6370.93	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,371 Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
51	Ottawa University-Surprise	Weight Lifting	6336.94	78.15	880 – 1,110	34037	49139	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 50% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Weight Lifting Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,337 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $34,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
52	Blue Mountain Christian University	Archery	6269.12	88.95	1,010 – 1,180	24712	35401	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Blue Mountain Christian University was originally a women's school when it opened in 1873. It only became coeducational in 2005. During the last admissions cycle, 57% of accepted students enrolled....Read more Sport Archery Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,269 Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,401
53	Friends University	Weight Lifting	6206.84	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Weight Lifting Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,207 Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
54	Montreat College	Golf	6169.62	69.2	1,060 – 1,270	28112	39763	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Montreat College Montreat, NC Located in Montreat, Montreat College accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 89% of students attending Montreat College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,170 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $28,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,763
55	Ottawa University-Surprise	Golf	6046.83	78.15	880 – 1,110	34037	49139	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 50% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,047 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $34,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
56	Friends University	Golf	5865.96	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,866 Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
57	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Soccer	5799.5	95.97	880 – 1,080	18654	47944	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,800 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,654 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
58	Dakota Wesleyan University	Football	5717.05	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 920 out of 1,250 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,717 Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
59	Blue Mountain Christian University	Weight Lifting	5717.02	88.95	1,010 – 1,180	24712	35401	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Blue Mountain Christian University was originally a women's school when it opened in 1873. It only became coeducational in 2005. During the last admissions cycle, 57% of accepted students enrolled....Read more Sport Weight Lifting Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,717 Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,401
60	Missouri Valley College	Track and Field (Indoor)	5346.49	69.18	900 – 1,060	18923	36902	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,346 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
61	University of Rio Grande	Track and Field (Outdoor)	5336.97	0	--	24061	34323	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,337 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
62	Lawrence Technological University	Volleyball	5138.61	55.9	1,040 – 1,280	34083	58827	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 56% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,139 Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $34,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
63	Florida College	Cross Country	5019.47	69.66	980 – 1,220	24335	42430	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Florida College Temple Terrace, FL Based in Temple Terrace, Florida College accepts 70% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. Approximately 89% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and around 30% of students will graduate within four years. andLiberal Arts......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,019 Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,335 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,430
64	Warner University	Beach Volleyball	4975.85	42.81	800 – 1,060	20888	39589	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Warner University Lake Wales, FL Located in Lake Wales, Warner University’s acceptance rate is 43% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Warner University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,976 Acceptance Rate 42.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $20,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,589
65	Texas Wesleyan University	Golf	4887.85	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 61% and around 22%......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,888 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $26,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
66	William Jessup University	Soccer	4846.19	93.33	1,050 – 1,230	29679	43163	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,846 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
67	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Bowling	4823.33	84.15	990 – 1,230	22961	43046	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,823 Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
68	Dakota Wesleyan University	Wrestling	4737.88	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 920 out of 1,250 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,738 Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
69	Missouri Valley College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	4715.26	69.18	900 – 1,060	18923	36902	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,715 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
70	University of Rio Grande	Track and Field (Indoor)	4532.44	0	--	24061	34323	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,532 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
71	Xavier University of Louisiana	Softball	4482.34	69.04	990 – 1,160	17162	40643	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Xavier University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA Xavier University of Louisiana is the only Catholic HBCU. It opened first as a high school in 1915, becoming a university in 1925. XULA has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students major in Biology/Biological Sciences, General. 307 athletes are known as the Golf Rush and Gold Nuggets....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,482 Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,643
72	Tennessee Wesleyan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	4467.71	68.85	1,010 – 1,140	15125	45987	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Tennessee Wesleyan University Athens, TN Tennessee Wesleyan University was founded as the Athens Female College in 1857. Although it became coeducational only a few years later, a majority of the student body are still women. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,468 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,987
73	Lawrence Technological University	Golf	4409.35	55.9	1,040 – 1,280	34083	58827	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 56% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,409 Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $34,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
74	Louisiana State University-Alexandria	Softball	4406.94	92.08	940 – 1,120	8296	37284	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Louisiana State University-Alexandria Alexandria, LA Based in Alexandria, Louisiana State University-Alexandria accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and . About 48% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and its four year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,407 Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $8,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
75	Ottawa University-Ottawa	Softball	4367.21	82.96	870 – 1,100	28185	49139	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 58% and 22% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,367 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
76	Blue Mountain Christian University	Softball	4216.67	88.95	1,010 – 1,180	24712	35401	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Blue Mountain Christian University was originally a women's school when it opened in 1873. It only became coeducational in 2005. During the last admissions cycle, 57% of accepted students enrolled....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,217 Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,401
77	Columbia International University	Softball	4157.35	94.47	950 – 1,210	26056	33929	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Columbia International University Columbia, SC Located in Columbia, Columbia International University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at Columbia International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,157 Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,929
78	Judson University	Golf	4040.46	47.59	870 – 1,160	18673	45374	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,040 Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 870 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $18,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
79	Madonna University	Other Sports	4021.22	63.39	880 – 1,080	18373	49871	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 63% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,021 Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
80	Ottawa University-Ottawa	Volleyball	3955.12	82.96	870 – 1,100	28185	49139	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 58% and 22% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,955 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
81	Florida National University-Main Campus	Baseball	3950.23	0	--	23043	29347	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Florida National University-Main Campus Hialeah, FL Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,950 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,043 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,347
82	Ottawa University-Surprise	Track and Field (Indoor)	3916.4	78.15	880 – 1,110	34037	49139	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 50% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,916 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $34,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
83	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Track and Field (Indoor)	3891.78	95.97	880 – 1,080	18654	47944	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,892 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,654 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
84	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Track and Field (Outdoor)	3891.78	95.97	880 – 1,080	18654	47944	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,892 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,654 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
85	Tennessee Wesleyan University	Soccer	3794.89	68.85	1,010 – 1,140	15125	45987	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Tennessee Wesleyan University Athens, TN Tennessee Wesleyan University was founded as the Athens Female College in 1857. Although it became coeducational only a few years later, a majority of the student body are still women. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,795 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,987
86	Brenau University	Tennis	3790.25	87.78	940 – 1,180	19743	41664	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Brenau University Gainesville, GA Based in Gainesville, Brenau University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of students attending Brenau University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,790 Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,664
87	Tennessee Wesleyan University	Bowling	3679.75	68.85	1,010 – 1,140	15125	45987	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Tennessee Wesleyan University Athens, TN Tennessee Wesleyan University was founded as the Athens Female College in 1857. Although it became coeducational only a few years later, a majority of the student body are still women. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,680 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,987
88	Dakota Wesleyan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	3629.47	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 920 out of 1,250 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,629 Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
89	Huntington University	Softball	3565.22	75.64	940 – 1,170	19767	40702	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Huntington University Huntington, IN 96% of students at Huntington University receive grant aid and as a NAIA Division I school, there are also athletic scholarships available. Huntington opened in 1897 as Central College, having been founded by (and still affiliated with) the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,565 Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
90	Huntington University	Baseball	3464.03	75.64	940 – 1,170	19767	40702	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Huntington University Huntington, IN 96% of students at Huntington University receive grant aid and as a NAIA Division I school, there are also athletic scholarships available. Huntington opened in 1897 as Central College, having been founded by (and still affiliated with) the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,464 Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
91	Ottawa University-Ottawa	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	3393.44	82.96	870 – 1,100	28185	49139	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 58% and 22% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,393 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
92	Bethel University	Basketball	3322.53	60.23	850 – 1,090	13112	38990	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Bethel University McKenzie, TN Based in McKenzie, Bethel University’s acceptance rate is 60% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 54% and 2% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,323 Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $13,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,990
93	Friends University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	3306.84	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,307 Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
94	Louisiana State University-Alexandria	Basketball	3236.27	92.08	940 – 1,120	8296	37284	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Louisiana State University-Alexandria Alexandria, LA Based in Alexandria, Louisiana State University-Alexandria accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and . About 48% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and its four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,236 Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $8,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
95	Missouri Valley College	Rodeo	3202.79	69.18	900 – 1,060	18923	36902	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Rodeo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,203 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
96	MidAmerica Nazarene University	Golf	3116.74	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Located in Olathe, MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $21,399 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,117 Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $32,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
97	Columbia International University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	3114.1	94.47	950 – 1,210	26056	33929	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Columbia International University Columbia, SC Located in Columbia, Columbia International University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at Columbia International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,114 Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,929
98	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	Football	3104.42	96.97	--	30723	37447	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Found in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,104 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
99	Montana State University-Northern	Volleyball	3075.23	100	890 – 1,090	9961	45045	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Montana State University-Northern Havre, MT Based in Havre, Montana State University-Northern accepts 100% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 53% of students attending Montana State University-Northern will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,075 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,045
100	Missouri Baptist University	Softball	3061.17	68.6	710 – 970	27623	38997	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Missouri Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Missouri Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,061 Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 710 – 970 Avg. Net Price $27,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
101	Blue Mountain Christian University	Cross Country	3027	88.95	1,010 – 1,180	24712	35401	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Blue Mountain Christian University was originally a women's school when it opened in 1873. It only became coeducational in 2005. During the last admissions cycle, 57% of accepted students enrolled....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,027 Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,401
102	Blue Mountain Christian University	Baseball	2933.96	88.95	1,010 – 1,180	24712	35401	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Blue Mountain Christian University was originally a women's school when it opened in 1873. It only became coeducational in 2005. During the last admissions cycle, 57% of accepted students enrolled....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,934 Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,401
103	Bethel University	Bowling	2933	60.23	850 – 1,090	13112	38990	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Bethel University McKenzie, TN Based in McKenzie, Bethel University’s acceptance rate is 60% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 54% and 2% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,933 Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $13,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,990
104	Webber International University	Baseball	2932.15	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,932 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $30,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
105	Montana State University-Northern	Cross Country	2804.33	100	890 – 1,090	9961	45045	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Montana State University-Northern Havre, MT Based in Havre, Montana State University-Northern accepts 100% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 53% of students attending Montana State University-Northern will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,804 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,045
106	University of Houston-Victoria	Golf	2788.24	95.9	1,000 – 1,190	6754	44888	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Houston-Victoria Victoria, TX Based in Victoria, the University of Houston-Victoria accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 72% of students at the University of Houston-Victoria currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,788 Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $6,754 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,888
107	Crowley's Ridge College	Golf	2753.14	0	--	17162	33362	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Crowley's Ridge College Paragould, AR Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,753 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,362
108	Louisiana State University-Alexandria	Baseball	2716.37	92.08	940 – 1,120	8296	37284	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Louisiana State University-Alexandria Alexandria, LA Based in Alexandria, Louisiana State University-Alexandria accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and . About 48% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and its four year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,716 Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $8,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
109	Shawnee State University	Volleyball	2696.17	68.91	980 – 1,190	13996	35080	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Found in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 63% of students attending Shawnee State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,696 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,080
110	Taylor University	Baseball	2677.79	73.53	1,110 – 1,360	26178	45142	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 63 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. The school also boasts a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% first year retention rate. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,678 Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $26,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
111	Friends University	Tennis	2658.71	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,659 Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
112	Ottawa University-Surprise	Tennis	2597.52	78.15	880 – 1,110	34037	49139	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 50% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,598 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $34,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
113	Tennessee Wesleyan University	Lacrosse	2532.9	68.85	1,010 – 1,140	15125	45987	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Tennessee Wesleyan University Athens, TN Tennessee Wesleyan University was founded as the Athens Female College in 1857. Although it became coeducational only a few years later, a majority of the student body are still women. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,533 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,987
114	University of Providence	Basketball	2397.3	50.28	850 – 1,140	16598	37734	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Providence Great Falls, MT Located in Great Falls, the University of Providence accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Providence, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,397 Acceptance Rate 50.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,734
115	Missouri Valley College	Basketball	2391.34	69.18	900 – 1,060	18923	36902	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,391 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
116	MidAmerica Nazarene University	Softball	2350.82	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Located in Olathe, MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $21,399 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,351 Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $32,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
117	Florida National University-Main Campus	Tennis	2305.07	0	--	23043	29347	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Florida National University-Main Campus Hialeah, FL Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,305 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,043 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,347
118	Montana State University-Northern	Golf	2281.14	100	890 – 1,090	9961	45045	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Montana State University-Northern Havre, MT Based in Havre, Montana State University-Northern accepts 100% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 53% of students attending Montana State University-Northern will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,281 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,045
119	Ottawa University-Surprise	Track and Field (Outdoor)	2249.73	78.15	880 – 1,110	34037	49139	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 50% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,250 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $34,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
120	St. Thomas University	Baseball	2228.85	97.91	870 – 1,070	27844	44435	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, St- Thomas University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At St- Thomas University, there is a 57%......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,229 Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $27,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,435
121	Texas Wesleyan University	Softball	2208.8	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 61% and around 22%......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,209 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $26,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
122	Madonna University	Bowling	2172	63.39	880 – 1,080	18373	49871	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 63% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,172 Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
123	Central Baptist College	Golf	2169.23	63.46	930 – 1,140	17469	37681	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Central Baptist College Conway, AR Located in Conway, Central Baptist College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Central Baptist College will receive institutional grant aid. At Central Baptist College, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,169 Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $17,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,681
124	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Soccer	2163.56	84.15	990 – 1,230	22961	43046	#124 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,164 Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
125	Columbia International University	Soccer	2038.48	94.47	950 – 1,210	26056	33929	#125 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Columbia International University Columbia, SC Located in Columbia, Columbia International University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at Columbia International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,038 Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,929
126	Vanguard University of Southern California	Beach Volleyball	2023.24	62.44	990 – 1,210	23286	43464	#126 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,847. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,023 Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
127	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	Rodeo	2003.9	68.3	890 – 1,080	7326	39089	#127 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 68% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Rodeo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,004 Acceptance Rate 68.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $7,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
128	Baker University	Bowling	1988.83	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#128 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Baker University Baldwin City, KS Found in Baldwin City, Baker University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,989 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
129	William Woods University	Softball	1979.7	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#129 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,980 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
130	Blue Mountain Christian University	Golf	1970.83	88.95	1,010 – 1,180	24712	35401	#130 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Blue Mountain Christian University was originally a women's school when it opened in 1873. It only became coeducational in 2005. During the last admissions cycle, 57% of accepted students enrolled....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,971 Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,401
131	University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma	Golf	1942.47	65.82	1,080 – 1,250	8070	35520	#131 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma Chickasha, OK Based in Chickasha, the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Science and Arts of......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,942 Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,070 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,520
132	William Carey University	Tennis	1921.39	60.29	1,020 – 1,220	15469	37639	#132 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Carey University Hattiesburg, MS Based in Hattiesburg, William Carey University accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 96% of students at William Carey University currently receive grant aid from the school. 78% of students continued studying at William Carey University after completing their first......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,921 Acceptance Rate 60.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,639
133	University of the Southwest	Cross Country	1896.89	45.39	830 – 1,050	17243	36600	#133 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of the Southwest Hobbs, NM Based in Hobbs, the University of the Southwest accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of students at the University of the Southwest currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,897 Acceptance Rate 45.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $17,243 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,600
134	Madonna University	Volleyball	1882.4	63.39	880 – 1,080	18373	49871	#134 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 63% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,882 Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
135	Taylor University	Soccer	1869.08	73.53	1,110 – 1,360	26178	45142	#135 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 63 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. The school also boasts a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% first year retention rate. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,869 Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $26,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
136	Tennessee Wesleyan University	Volleyball	1859.94	68.85	1,010 – 1,140	15125	45987	#136 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Tennessee Wesleyan University Athens, TN Tennessee Wesleyan University was founded as the Athens Female College in 1857. Although it became coeducational only a few years later, a majority of the student body are still women. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,860 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,987
137	Vanguard University of Southern California	Basketball	1847.71	62.44	990 – 1,210	23286	43464	#137 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,847. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,848 Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
138	Stillman College	Cross Country	1826.78	62.25	800 – 930	15152	29790	#138 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Stillman College Tuscaloosa, AL Located in Tuscaloosa, Stillman College’s acceptance rate is 62%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of students attending Stillman College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,827 Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 800 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,790
139	Huntington University	Golf	1825.91	75.64	940 – 1,170	19767	40702	#139 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Huntington University Huntington, IN 96% of students at Huntington University receive grant aid and as a NAIA Division I school, there are also athletic scholarships available. Huntington opened in 1897 as Central College, having been founded by (and still affiliated with) the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,826 Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
140	Webber International University	Golf	1809.38	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#140 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,809 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $30,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
141	Florida College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	1809.19	69.66	980 – 1,220	24335	42430	#141 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Florida College Temple Terrace, FL Based in Temple Terrace, Florida College accepts 70% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. Approximately 89% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and around 30% of students will graduate within four years. andLiberal Arts......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,809 Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,335 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,430
142	Warner University	Tennis	1800.33	42.81	800 – 1,060	20888	39589	#142 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Warner University Lake Wales, FL Located in Lake Wales, Warner University’s acceptance rate is 43% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Warner University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,800 Acceptance Rate 42.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $20,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,589
143	Reinhardt University	Baseball	1791.79	61.54	970 – 1,170	24550	40411	#143 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Reinhardt University Waleska, GA Based in Waleska, Reinhardt University accepts 62% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Reinhardt University will receive institutional grant aid. At Reinhardt University, there is a 62% first year retention rate and around 31% of students will earn a degree......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,792 Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,411
144	Huntington University	Volleyball	1779.62	75.64	940 – 1,170	19767	40702	#144 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Huntington University Huntington, IN 96% of students at Huntington University receive grant aid and as a NAIA Division I school, there are also athletic scholarships available. Huntington opened in 1897 as Central College, having been founded by (and still affiliated with) the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,780 Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
145	University of Michigan-Dearborn	Basketball	1764.03	55.61	1,000 – 1,260	11521	50389	#145 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI Located in Dearborn, the University of Michigan-Dearborn accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 82% of students continued their studies at the University of......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,764 Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,389
146	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	Basketball	1760.39	96.97	--	30723	37447	#146 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Found in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,760 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
147	Columbia International University	Other Sports	1750	94.47	950 – 1,210	26056	33929	#147 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Columbia International University Columbia, SC Located in Columbia, Columbia International University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at Columbia International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,750 Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,929
148	MidAmerica Nazarene University	Basketball	1737.44	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#148 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Located in Olathe, MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $21,399 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,737 Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $32,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
149	Our Lady of the Lake University	Volleyball	1698.45	65.78	880 – 1,100	16999	41195	#149 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake University accepts 66% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 99% of students at Our Lady of the Lake University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,698 Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $16,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,195
150	Central Baptist College	Track and Field (Indoor)	1666.67	63.46	930 – 1,140	17469	37681	#150 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Central Baptist College Conway, AR Located in Conway, Central Baptist College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Central Baptist College will receive institutional grant aid. At Central Baptist College, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,667 Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $17,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,681
151	Cumberland University	Baseball	1658.8	67.33	970 – 1,140	18499	52246	#151 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Cumberland University Lebanon, TN Found in Lebanon, Cumberland University accepts 67% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Cumberland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 59% and around 30% of students......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,659 Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,246
152	Lawrence Technological University	Bowling	1643.38	55.9	1,040 – 1,280	34083	58827	#152 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 56% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,643 Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $34,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
153	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Cross Country	1622.25	95.97	880 – 1,080	18654	47944	#153 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,622 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,654 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
154	MidAmerica Nazarene University	Other Sports	1621.94	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#154 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Located in Olathe, MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $21,399 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,622 Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $32,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
155	Florida National University-Main Campus	Track and Field (Outdoor)	1598.19	0	--	23043	29347	#155 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Florida National University-Main Campus Hialeah, FL Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,598 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,043 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,347
156	Shawnee State University	Other Sports	1550.76	68.91	980 – 1,190	13996	35080	#156 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Found in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 63% of students attending Shawnee State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,551 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,080
157	William Woods University	Golf	1548.52	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#157 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,549 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
158	Taylor University	Lacrosse	1532.83	73.53	1,110 – 1,360	26178	45142	#158 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 63 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. The school also boasts a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% first year retention rate. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,533 Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $26,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
159	Florida National University-Main Campus	Cross Country	1527.81	0	--	23043	29347	#159 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Florida National University-Main Campus Hialeah, FL Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,528 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,043 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,347
160	Shawnee State University	Golf	1523.67	68.91	980 – 1,190	13996	35080	#160 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Found in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 63% of students attending Shawnee State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,524 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,080
161	Montreat College	Wrestling	1521.4	69.2	1,060 – 1,270	28112	39763	#161 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Montreat College Montreat, NC Located in Montreat, Montreat College accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 89% of students attending Montreat College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,521 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $28,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,763
162	Southeastern University	Golf	1513.47	52.98	1,010 – 1,210	32334	36314	#162 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Southeastern University Lakeland, FL Found in Lakeland, Southeastern University accepts 53% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,513 Acceptance Rate 53.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $32,334 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,314
163	Waldorf University	Golf	1511.5	76.98	930 – 1,090	19766	50515	#163 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 44% first year retention......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,512 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $19,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
164	Brenau University	Golf	1505.33	87.78	940 – 1,180	19743	41664	#164 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Brenau University Gainesville, GA Based in Gainesville, Brenau University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of students attending Brenau University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,505 Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,664
165	Tennessee Wesleyan University	Softball	1491.17	68.85	1,010 – 1,140	15125	45987	#165 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Tennessee Wesleyan University Athens, TN Tennessee Wesleyan University was founded as the Athens Female College in 1857. Although it became coeducational only a few years later, a majority of the student body are still women. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,491 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,987
166	Ottawa University-Surprise	Football	1489.26	78.15	880 – 1,110	34037	49139	#166 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 50% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,489 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $34,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
167	Montana State University-Northern	Wrestling	1465.04	100	890 – 1,090	9961	45045	#167 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Montana State University-Northern Havre, MT Based in Havre, Montana State University-Northern accepts 100% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 53% of students attending Montana State University-Northern will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,465 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,045
168	Texas A&M University-San Antonio	Soccer	1450.85	92.8	850 – 1,080	11568	43479	#168 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Texas A&M University-San Antonio San Antonio, TX Based in San Antonio, Texas A&M University-San Antonio accepts 93% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 41% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Texas A&M University-San Antonio, there is a 66% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,451 Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $11,568 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,479
169	Vanguard University of Southern California	Volleyball	1440.88	62.44	990 – 1,210	23286	43464	#169 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,847. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,441 Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
170	Taylor University	Football	1423.07	73.53	1,110 – 1,360	26178	45142	#170 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 63 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. The school also boasts a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% first year retention rate. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,423 Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $26,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
171	Tennessee Wesleyan University	Tennis	1409.63	68.85	1,010 – 1,140	15125	45987	#171 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Tennessee Wesleyan University Athens, TN Tennessee Wesleyan University was founded as the Athens Female College in 1857. Although it became coeducational only a few years later, a majority of the student body are still women. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,410 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,987
172	Dakota Wesleyan University	Baseball	1399.7	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#172 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 920 out of 1,250 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,400 Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
173	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	Volleyball	1349.73	96.97	--	30723	37447	#173 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Found in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,350 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
174	Ottawa University-Ottawa	Other Sports	1329.29	82.96	870 – 1,100	28185	49139	#174 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 58% and 22% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,329 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
175	Webber International University	Lacrosse	1313	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#175 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,313 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $30,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
176	Freed-Hardeman University	Softball	1301.64	59.68	1,010 – 1,230	20178	40086	#176 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Freed-Hardeman University Henderson, TN Found in Henderson, Freed-Hardeman University accepts 60% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 86% and 58% of students will earn......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,302 Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,086
177	Waldorf University	Basketball	1276.03	76.98	930 – 1,090	19766	50515	#177 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 44% first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,276 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $19,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
178	Webber International University	Football	1264.17	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#178 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,264 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $30,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
179	Rochester Christian University	Wrestling	1239.87	97.65	860 – 1,080	21611	40813	#179 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Rochester Christian University Rochester Hills, MI Located in Rochester Hills, Rochester Christian University accepts 98% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Rochester Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,240 Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,611 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,813
180	Waldorf University	Volleyball	1219.11	76.98	930 – 1,090	19766	50515	#180 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 44% first year retention......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,219 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $19,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
181	Waldorf University	Baseball	1212.91	76.98	930 – 1,090	19766	50515	#181 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 44% first year retention......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,213 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $19,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
182	Warner University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	1165.58	42.81	800 – 1,060	20888	39589	#182 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Warner University Lake Wales, FL Located in Lake Wales, Warner University’s acceptance rate is 43% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Warner University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,166 Acceptance Rate 42.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $20,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,589
183	Taylor University	Cross Country	1144.98	73.53	1,110 – 1,360	26178	45142	#183 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 63 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. The school also boasts a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% first year retention rate. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,145 Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $26,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
184	Southeastern University	Wrestling	1128.44	52.98	1,010 – 1,210	32334	36314	#184 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Southeastern University Lakeland, FL Found in Lakeland, Southeastern University accepts 53% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,128 Acceptance Rate 53.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $32,334 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,314
185	Hope International University	Other Sports	1123.44	32.98	840 – 1,220	29896	36030	#185 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,123 Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 840 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,896 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
186	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	Golf	1121.73	96.97	--	30723	37447	#186 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Found in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,122 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
187	William Woods University	Bowling	1117.05	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#187 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,117 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
188	Central Baptist College	Baseball	1113.56	63.46	930 – 1,140	17469	37681	#188 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Central Baptist College Conway, AR Located in Conway, Central Baptist College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Central Baptist College will receive institutional grant aid. At Central Baptist College, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,114 Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $17,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,681
189	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	Basketball	1111.14	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	116360	#189 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Saint Louis, MO A majority of students attending the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis are graduates, only 340 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 69% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,111 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $33,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
190	California State University Maritime Academy	Basketball	1110.12	95.01	1,010 – 1,210	19040	84676	#190 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,110 Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,040 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
191	Florida National University-Main Campus	Volleyball	1071.71	0	--	23043	29347	#191 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Florida National University-Main Campus Hialeah, FL Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,072 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,043 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,347
192	MidAmerica Nazarene University	Baseball	1069.51	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#192 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Located in Olathe, MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $21,399 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,070 Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $32,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
193	MidAmerica Nazarene University	Football	1068.16	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#193 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Located in Olathe, MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $21,399 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,068 Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $32,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
194	Campbellsville University	Baseball	1061.44	79.74	970 – 1,180	19662	34639	#194 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Campbellsville University Campbellsville, KY Based in Campbellsville, Campbellsville University’s acceptance rate is 80% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,061 Acceptance Rate 79.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,639
195	Our Lady of the Lake University	Other Sports	1046.3	65.78	880 – 1,100	16999	41195	#195 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake University accepts 66% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 99% of students at Our Lady of the Lake University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,046 Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $16,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,195
196	MidAmerica Nazarene University	Volleyball	1042.11	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#196 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Located in Olathe, MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $21,399 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,042 Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $32,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
197	University of the Southwest	Golf	1028.44	45.39	830 – 1,050	17243	36600	#197 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of the Southwest Hobbs, NM Based in Hobbs, the University of the Southwest accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of students at the University of the Southwest currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,028 Acceptance Rate 45.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $17,243 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,600
198	Ottawa University-Ottawa	Bowling	1005.32	82.96	870 – 1,100	28185	49139	#198 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 58% and 22% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,005 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
199	Texas Wesleyan University	Soccer	1004.07	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#199 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 61% and around 22%......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,004 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $26,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
200	Ottawa University-Ottawa	Lacrosse	1003.6	82.96	870 – 1,100	28185	49139	#200 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 58% and 22% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,004 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
201	Shawnee State University	Basketball	992.7	68.91	980 – 1,190	13996	35080	#201 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Found in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 63% of students attending Shawnee State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $993 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,080
202	Campbellsville University	Basketball	989.72	79.74	970 – 1,180	19662	34639	#202 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Campbellsville University Campbellsville, KY Based in Campbellsville, Campbellsville University’s acceptance rate is 80% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $990 Acceptance Rate 79.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,639
203	William Woods University	Tennis	968.14	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#203 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $968 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
204	University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma	Basketball	952.03	65.82	1,080 – 1,250	8070	35520	#204 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma Chickasha, OK Based in Chickasha, the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Science and Arts of......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $952 Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,070 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,520
205	Brescia University	Golf	944.79	35.24	970 – 1,210	15634	39897	#205 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Brescia University Owensboro, KY Brescia University opened in 1925 as the Mount Saint Joseph Junior College for Women. It got its current moniker in 1998 when they added master’s degree programs on Management and Curriculum and Instruction....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $945 Acceptance Rate 35.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,897
206	Montreat College	Baseball	943.74	69.2	1,060 – 1,270	28112	39763	#206 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Montreat College Montreat, NC Located in Montreat, Montreat College accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 89% of students attending Montreat College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $944 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $28,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,763
207	John Brown University	Basketball	940.93	76.14	1,080 – 1,320	21537	46114	#207 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I John Brown University Siloam Springs, AR John Brown University sits on a 200-acre campus featuring the Cathedral of the Ozarks and the Windgate Visual Art Buildings. A somewhat selective school, 31% of those accepted decided to enroll. It offers up to Master's degrees, and popular programs include andConstruction Management. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $941 Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $21,537 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,114
208	Montana State University-Northern	Rodeo	937.86	100	890 – 1,090	9961	45045	#208 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Montana State University-Northern Havre, MT Based in Havre, Montana State University-Northern accepts 100% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 53% of students attending Montana State University-Northern will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Rodeo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $938 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,045
209	University of St Francis	Golf	934.38	65.29	1,040 – 1,250	14045	56648	#209 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 47% of......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $934 Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
210	MidAmerica Nazarene University	Soccer	925.4	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#210 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Located in Olathe, MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $21,399 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $925 Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $32,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
211	Southeastern University	Softball	917.32	52.98	1,010 – 1,210	32334	36314	#211 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Southeastern University Lakeland, FL Found in Lakeland, Southeastern University accepts 53% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $917 Acceptance Rate 53.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $32,334 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,314
212	Rochester Christian University	Basketball	917	97.65	860 – 1,080	21611	40813	#212 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Rochester Christian University Rochester Hills, MI Located in Rochester Hills, Rochester Christian University accepts 98% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Rochester Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $917 Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,611 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,813
213	William Woods University	Wrestling	906.6	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#213 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $907 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
214	University of St Francis	Basketball	903.22	65.29	1,040 – 1,250	14045	56648	#214 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 47% of......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $903 Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
215	Campbellsville University	Other Sports	885.45	79.74	970 – 1,180	19662	34639	#215 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Campbellsville University Campbellsville, KY Based in Campbellsville, Campbellsville University’s acceptance rate is 80% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $885 Acceptance Rate 79.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,639
216	Vanguard University of Southern California	Soccer	877.59	62.44	990 – 1,210	23286	43464	#216 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,847. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $878 Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
217	St. Thomas University	Basketball	863.65	97.91	870 – 1,070	27844	44435	#217 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, St- Thomas University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At St- Thomas University, there is a 57%......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $864 Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $27,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,435
218	William Woods University	Other Sports	857.22	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#218 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $857 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
219	Missouri Baptist University	Lacrosse	831.6	68.6	710 – 970	27623	38997	#219 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Missouri Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Missouri Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $832 Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 710 – 970 Avg. Net Price $27,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
220	Alice Lloyd College	Golf	825.73	75.23	890 – 1,110	18600	35174	#220 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Alice Lloyd College Pippa Passes, KY Based in Pippa Passes, Alice Lloyd College’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $826 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $18,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,174
221	William Jessup University	Golf	824.92	93.33	1,050 – 1,230	29679	43163	#221 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $825 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
222	Webber International University	Bowling	824.42	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#222 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $824 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $30,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
223	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	Baseball	818.72	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	116360	#223 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Saint Louis, MO A majority of students attending the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis are graduates, only 340 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 69% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $819 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $33,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
224	Missouri Baptist University	Tennis	797.17	68.6	710 – 970	27623	38997	#224 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Missouri Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Missouri Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $797 Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 710 – 970 Avg. Net Price $27,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
225	University of St Francis	Football	790.86	65.29	1,040 – 1,250	14045	56648	#225 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 47% of......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $791 Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
226	Florida National University-Main Campus	Soccer	762.15	0	--	23043	29347	#226 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Florida National University-Main Campus Hialeah, FL Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $762 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,043 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,347
227	Texas Wesleyan University	Basketball	754.97	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#227 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 61% and around 22%......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $755 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $26,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
228	University of Mobile	Golf	750.81	77.89	1,110 – 1,310	22382	37411	#228 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Mobile Mobile, AL Based in Mobile, the University of Mobile accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 65% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $751 Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,382 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,411
229	University of Providence	Wrestling	745.08	50.28	850 – 1,140	16598	37734	#229 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Providence Great Falls, MT Located in Great Falls, the University of Providence accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Providence, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $745 Acceptance Rate 50.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,734
230	University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma	Softball	740.93	65.82	1,080 – 1,250	8070	35520	#230 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma Chickasha, OK Based in Chickasha, the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Science and Arts of......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $741 Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,070 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,520
231	Shawnee State University	Swimming	719.43	68.91	980 – 1,190	13996	35080	#231 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Found in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 63% of students attending Shawnee State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $719 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,080
232	Baker University	Football	717.18	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#232 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Baker University Baldwin City, KS Found in Baldwin City, Baker University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $717 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
233	Campbellsville University	Golf	710.5	79.74	970 – 1,180	19662	34639	#233 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Campbellsville University Campbellsville, KY Based in Campbellsville, Campbellsville University’s acceptance rate is 80% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $711 Acceptance Rate 79.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,639
234	Xavier University of Louisiana	Basketball	703.16	69.04	990 – 1,160	17162	40643	#234 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Xavier University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA Xavier University of Louisiana is the only Catholic HBCU. It opened first as a high school in 1915, becoming a university in 1925. XULA has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students major in Biology/Biological Sciences, General. 307 athletes are known as the Golf Rush and Gold Nuggets....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $703 Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,643
235	Texas Wesleyan University	Baseball	700.52	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#235 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 61% and around 22%......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $701 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $26,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
236	Central Baptist College	Wrestling	698.73	63.46	930 – 1,140	17469	37681	#236 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Central Baptist College Conway, AR Located in Conway, Central Baptist College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Central Baptist College will receive institutional grant aid. At Central Baptist College, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $699 Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $17,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,681
237	Brescia University	Basketball	694.62	35.24	970 – 1,210	15634	39897	#237 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Brescia University Owensboro, KY Brescia University opened in 1925 as the Mount Saint Joseph Junior College for Women. It got its current moniker in 1998 when they added master’s degree programs on Management and Curriculum and Instruction....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $695 Acceptance Rate 35.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,897
238	Montreat College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	684.6	69.2	1,060 – 1,270	28112	39763	#238 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Montreat College Montreat, NC Located in Montreat, Montreat College accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 89% of students attending Montreat College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $685 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $28,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,763
239	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	677.79	84.15	990 – 1,230	22961	43046	#239 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $678 Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
240	Webber International University	Basketball	664.92	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#240 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $665 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $30,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
241	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Other Sports	661.41	84.15	990 – 1,230	22961	43046	#241 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $661 Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
242	William Carey University	Golf	659.85	60.29	1,020 – 1,220	15469	37639	#242 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Carey University Hattiesburg, MS Based in Hattiesburg, William Carey University accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 96% of students at William Carey University currently receive grant aid from the school. 78% of students continued studying at William Carey University after completing their first......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $660 Acceptance Rate 60.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,639
243	Webber International University	Soccer	656.63	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#243 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $657 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $30,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
244	MidAmerica Nazarene University	Weight Lifting	654.6	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#244 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Located in Olathe, MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $21,399 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Weight Lifting Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $655 Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $32,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
245	University of Providence	Ice Hockey	654.05	50.28	850 – 1,140	16598	37734	#245 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Providence Great Falls, MT Located in Great Falls, the University of Providence accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Providence, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $654 Acceptance Rate 50.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,734
246	Texas Wesleyan University	Wrestling	646.71	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#246 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 61% and around 22%......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $647 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $26,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
247	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College	Golf	641.54	72.39	880 – 1,070	20451	41863	#247 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Saint Mary of the Woods, IN Found in Saint Mary of the Woods, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $642 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $20,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,863
248	Texas Wesleyan University	Football	639.92	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#248 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 61% and around 22%......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $640 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $26,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
249	William Woods University	Baseball	639.08	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#249 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $639 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
250	Missouri Baptist University	Baseball	619.95	68.6	710 – 970	27623	38997	#250 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Missouri Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Missouri Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $620 Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 710 – 970 Avg. Net Price $27,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
251	Judson University	Tennis	616.88	47.59	870 – 1,160	18673	45374	#251 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $617 Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 870 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $18,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
252	Stillman College	Softball	616.38	62.25	800 – 930	15152	29790	#252 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Stillman College Tuscaloosa, AL Located in Tuscaloosa, Stillman College’s acceptance rate is 62%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of students attending Stillman College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $616 Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 800 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,790
253	Texas Wesleyan University	Volleyball	612.76	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#253 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 61% and around 22%......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $613 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $26,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
254	Huntington University	Soccer	611.25	75.64	940 – 1,170	19767	40702	#254 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Huntington University Huntington, IN 96% of students at Huntington University receive grant aid and as a NAIA Division I school, there are also athletic scholarships available. Huntington opened in 1897 as Central College, having been founded by (and still affiliated with) the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $611 Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
255	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	Softball	608.52	96.97	--	30723	37447	#255 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Found in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $609 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
256	Reinhardt University	Basketball	606.78	61.54	970 – 1,170	24550	40411	#256 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Reinhardt University Waleska, GA Based in Waleska, Reinhardt University accepts 62% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Reinhardt University will receive institutional grant aid. At Reinhardt University, there is a 62% first year retention rate and around 31% of students will earn a degree......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $607 Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,411
257	Oakland City University	Other Sports	600.45	82.51	870 – 1,150	16437	43190	#257 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Oakland City University Oakland City, IN Located in Oakland City, Oakland City University’s acceptance rate is 83% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Oakland City University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Oakland City University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 40% four year......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $600 Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $16,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,190
258	Alice Lloyd College	Cross Country	598.71	75.23	890 – 1,110	18600	35174	#258 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Alice Lloyd College Pippa Passes, KY Based in Pippa Passes, Alice Lloyd College’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $599 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $18,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,174
259	William Woods University	Basketball	589.62	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#259 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $590 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
260	Columbia International University	Baseball	587.07	94.47	950 – 1,210	26056	33929	#260 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Columbia International University Columbia, SC Located in Columbia, Columbia International University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at Columbia International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $587 Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,929
261	Taylor University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	580.36	73.53	1,110 – 1,360	26178	45142	#261 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 63 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. The school also boasts a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% first year retention rate. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $580 Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $26,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
262	Our Lady of the Lake University	Baseball	576.27	65.78	880 – 1,100	16999	41195	#262 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake University accepts 66% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 99% of students at Our Lady of the Lake University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $576 Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $16,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,195
263	Cornerstone University	Tennis	568.83	77.77	1,000 – 1,220	21335	42598	#263 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Cornerstone University Grand Rapids, MI Found in Grand Rapids, Cornerstone University accepts 78% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Cornerstone University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $569 Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,335 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,598
264	Our Lady of the Lake University	Softball	565.21	65.78	880 – 1,100	16999	41195	#264 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake University accepts 66% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 99% of students at Our Lady of the Lake University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $565 Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $16,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,195
265	William Jessup University	Softball	560.45	93.33	1,050 – 1,230	29679	43163	#265 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $560 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
266	Baker University	Volleyball	546.04	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#266 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Baker University Baldwin City, KS Found in Baldwin City, Baker University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $546 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
267	Southeastern University	Baseball	544.9	52.98	1,010 – 1,210	32334	36314	#267 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Southeastern University Lakeland, FL Found in Lakeland, Southeastern University accepts 53% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $545 Acceptance Rate 53.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $32,334 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,314
268	University of Providence	Volleyball	528.49	50.28	850 – 1,140	16598	37734	#268 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Providence Great Falls, MT Located in Great Falls, the University of Providence accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Providence, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $528 Acceptance Rate 50.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,734
269	Montreat College	Softball	527.71	69.2	1,060 – 1,270	28112	39763	#269 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Montreat College Montreat, NC Located in Montreat, Montreat College accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 89% of students attending Montreat College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $528 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $28,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,763
270	St. Thomas University	Softball	525.68	97.91	870 – 1,070	27844	44435	#270 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, St- Thomas University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At St- Thomas University, there is a 57%......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $526 Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $27,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,435
271	Webber International University	Cross Country	522	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#271 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $522 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $30,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
272	Webber International University	Volleyball	520.83	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#272 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $521 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $30,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
273	University of St Francis	Other Sports	519.29	65.29	1,040 – 1,250	14045	56648	#273 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 47% of......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $519 Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
274	Cumberland University	Football	518.21	67.33	970 – 1,140	18499	52246	#274 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Cumberland University Lebanon, TN Found in Lebanon, Cumberland University accepts 67% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Cumberland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 59% and around 30% of students......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $518 Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,246
275	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College	Basketball	507.44	72.39	880 – 1,070	20451	41863	#275 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Saint Mary of the Woods, IN Found in Saint Mary of the Woods, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $507 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $20,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,863
276	Missouri Baptist University	Wrestling	504.89	68.6	710 – 970	27623	38997	#276 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Missouri Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Missouri Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $505 Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 710 – 970 Avg. Net Price $27,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
277	Shawnee State University	Tennis	501.47	68.91	980 – 1,190	13996	35080	#277 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Found in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 63% of students attending Shawnee State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $501 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,080
278	Williams Baptist University	Swimming	500	83.42	890 – 1,080	12692	38067	#278 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Williams Baptist University Walnut Ridge, AR Found in Walnut Ridge, Williams Baptist University accepts 83% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Williams Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $500 Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $12,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,067
279	University of Providence	Softball	490.29	50.28	850 – 1,140	16598	37734	#279 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Providence Great Falls, MT Located in Great Falls, the University of Providence accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Providence, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $490 Acceptance Rate 50.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,734
280	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	Baseball	489.8	68.3	890 – 1,080	7326	39089	#280 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 68% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $490 Acceptance Rate 68.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $7,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
281	Missouri Baptist University	Other Sports	487.38	68.6	710 – 970	27623	38997	#281 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Missouri Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Missouri Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $487 Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 710 – 970 Avg. Net Price $27,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
282	University of the Southwest	Softball	486.91	45.39	830 – 1,050	17243	36600	#282 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of the Southwest Hobbs, NM Based in Hobbs, the University of the Southwest accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of students at the University of the Southwest currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $487 Acceptance Rate 45.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $17,243 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,600
283	William Woods University	Volleyball	475.36	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#283 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $475 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
284	Williams Baptist University	Golf	454.55	83.42	890 – 1,080	12692	38067	#284 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Williams Baptist University Walnut Ridge, AR Found in Walnut Ridge, Williams Baptist University accepts 83% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Williams Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $455 Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $12,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,067
285	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College	Equestrian	453.66	72.39	880 – 1,070	20451	41863	#285 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Saint Mary of the Woods, IN Found in Saint Mary of the Woods, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $454 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $20,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,863
286	Cornerstone University	Volleyball	450.14	77.77	1,000 – 1,220	21335	42598	#286 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Cornerstone University Grand Rapids, MI Found in Grand Rapids, Cornerstone University accepts 78% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Cornerstone University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $450 Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,335 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,598
287	Missouri Baptist University	Volleyball	448.04	68.6	710 – 970	27623	38997	#287 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Missouri Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Missouri Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $448 Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 710 – 970 Avg. Net Price $27,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
288	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College	Softball	445.07	72.39	880 – 1,070	20451	41863	#288 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Saint Mary of the Woods, IN Found in Saint Mary of the Woods, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $445 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $20,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,863
289	University of Mobile	Basketball	444.78	77.89	1,110 – 1,310	22382	37411	#289 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Mobile Mobile, AL Based in Mobile, the University of Mobile accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 65% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $445 Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,382 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,411
290	University of St Francis	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	435.2	65.29	1,040 – 1,250	14045	56648	#290 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 47% of......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $435 Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
291	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	Baseball	434.91	96.97	--	30723	37447	#291 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Found in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $435 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
292	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	Soccer	434.28	96.97	--	30723	37447	#292 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Found in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $434 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
293	Union Commonwealth University	Softball	433.19	63.15	850 – 1,110	17124	36529	#293 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Union Commonwealth University Barbourville, KY Found in Barbourville, Union Commonwealth University’s acceptance rate is 63%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Union Commonwealth University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Union Commonwealth University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and 23% of......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $433 Acceptance Rate 63.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,529
294	Rochester Christian University	Volleyball	429.12	97.65	860 – 1,080	21611	40813	#294 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Rochester Christian University Rochester Hills, MI Located in Rochester Hills, Rochester Christian University accepts 98% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Rochester Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $429 Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,611 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,813
295	Campbellsville University	Softball	429.03	79.74	970 – 1,180	19662	34639	#295 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Campbellsville University Campbellsville, KY Based in Campbellsville, Campbellsville University’s acceptance rate is 80% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $429 Acceptance Rate 79.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,639
296	Campbellsville University	Volleyball	426.61	79.74	970 – 1,180	19662	34639	#296 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Campbellsville University Campbellsville, KY Based in Campbellsville, Campbellsville University’s acceptance rate is 80% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $427 Acceptance Rate 79.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,639
297	Xavier University of Louisiana	Baseball	418.89	69.04	990 – 1,160	17162	40643	#297 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Xavier University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA Xavier University of Louisiana is the only Catholic HBCU. It opened first as a high school in 1915, becoming a university in 1925. XULA has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students major in Biology/Biological Sciences, General. 307 athletes are known as the Golf Rush and Gold Nuggets....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $419 Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,643
298	William Woods University	Soccer	418.44	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#298 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $418 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
299	Our Lady of the Lake University	Golf	415.39	65.78	880 – 1,100	16999	41195	#299 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake University accepts 66% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 99% of students at Our Lady of the Lake University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $415 Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $16,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,195
300	Central Baptist College	Volleyball	411.38	63.46	930 – 1,140	17469	37681	#300 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Central Baptist College Conway, AR Located in Conway, Central Baptist College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Central Baptist College will receive institutional grant aid. At Central Baptist College, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $411 Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $17,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,681
301	Cumberland University	Golf	403.75	67.33	970 – 1,140	18499	52246	#301 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Cumberland University Lebanon, TN Found in Lebanon, Cumberland University accepts 67% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Cumberland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 59% and around 30% of students......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $404 Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,246
302	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	Lacrosse	403.49	96.97	--	30723	37447	#302 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Found in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $403 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
303	Shawnee State University	Soccer	402.96	68.91	980 – 1,190	13996	35080	#303 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Found in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 63% of students attending Shawnee State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $403 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,080
304	Brenau University	Other Sports	401.37	87.78	940 – 1,180	19743	41664	#304 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Brenau University Gainesville, GA Based in Gainesville, Brenau University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of students attending Brenau University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $401 Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,664
305	Brenau University	Softball	399.09	87.78	940 – 1,180	19743	41664	#305 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Brenau University Gainesville, GA Based in Gainesville, Brenau University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of students attending Brenau University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $399 Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,664
306	Haskell Indian Nations University	Basketball	397.59	90.36	850 – 1,020	3948	28425	#306 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Haskell Indian Nations University Lawrence, KS Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $398 Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $3,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,425
307	Haskell Indian Nations University	Volleyball	390.58	90.36	850 – 1,020	3948	28425	#307 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Haskell Indian Nations University Lawrence, KS Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $391 Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $3,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,425
308	Union Commonwealth University	Baseball	388.76	63.15	850 – 1,110	17124	36529	#308 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Union Commonwealth University Barbourville, KY Found in Barbourville, Union Commonwealth University’s acceptance rate is 63%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Union Commonwealth University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Union Commonwealth University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and 23% of......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $389 Acceptance Rate 63.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,529
309	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	Basketball	383.71	68.3	890 – 1,080	7326	39089	#309 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 68% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $384 Acceptance Rate 68.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $7,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
310	Union Commonwealth University	Bowling	382.75	63.15	850 – 1,110	17124	36529	#310 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Union Commonwealth University Barbourville, KY Found in Barbourville, Union Commonwealth University’s acceptance rate is 63%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Union Commonwealth University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Union Commonwealth University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and 23% of......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $383 Acceptance Rate 63.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,529
311	Tougaloo College	Basketball	375	59.85	880 – 1,090	14328	25777	#311 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Tougaloo College Tougaloo, MS Based in Tougaloo, Tougaloo College accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 48% of students at Tougaloo College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $375 Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $14,328 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,777
312	Alice Lloyd College	Basketball	373.47	75.23	890 – 1,110	18600	35174	#312 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Alice Lloyd College Pippa Passes, KY Based in Pippa Passes, Alice Lloyd College’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $373 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $18,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,174
313	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College	Cross Country	369.24	72.39	880 – 1,070	20451	41863	#313 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Saint Mary of the Woods, IN Found in Saint Mary of the Woods, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $369 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $20,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,863
314	William Jessup University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	363.15	93.33	1,050 – 1,230	29679	43163	#314 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $363 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
315	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	Soccer	362.85	68.3	890 – 1,080	7326	39089	#315 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 68% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $363 Acceptance Rate 68.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $7,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
316	William Woods University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	362.81	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#316 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $363 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
317	Waldorf University	Football	360.22	76.98	930 – 1,090	19766	50515	#317 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 44% first year retention......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $360 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $19,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
318	Waldorf University	Bowling	360.12	76.98	930 – 1,090	19766	50515	#318 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 44% first year retention......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $360 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $19,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
319	University of St Francis	Soccer	353.33	65.29	1,040 – 1,250	14045	56648	#319 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 47% of......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $353 Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
320	Texas A&M University-San Antonio	Golf	352	92.8	850 – 1,080	11568	43479	#320 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Texas A&M University-San Antonio San Antonio, TX Based in San Antonio, Texas A&M University-San Antonio accepts 93% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 41% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Texas A&M University-San Antonio, there is a 66% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $352 Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $11,568 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,479
321	Alice Lloyd College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	349.5	75.23	890 – 1,110	18600	35174	#321 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Alice Lloyd College Pippa Passes, KY Based in Pippa Passes, Alice Lloyd College’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $350 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $18,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,174
322	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College	Football	349	72.39	880 – 1,070	20451	41863	#322 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Saint Mary of the Woods, IN Found in Saint Mary of the Woods, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $349 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $20,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,863
323	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	Golf	348	68.3	890 – 1,080	7326	39089	#323 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 68% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $348 Acceptance Rate 68.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $7,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
324	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	Volleyball	345.27	68.3	890 – 1,080	7326	39089	#324 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 68% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $345 Acceptance Rate 68.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $7,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
325	Waldorf University	Wrestling	338.9	76.98	930 – 1,090	19766	50515	#325 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 44% first year retention......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $339 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $19,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
326	Central Christian College of Kansas	Golf	338.18	52.71	920 – 1,120	12143	37685	#326 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Central Christian College of Kansas McPherson, KS Based in McPherson, Central Christian College of Kansas accepts 53% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Central Christian College of Kansas will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $338 Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,685
327	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Football	337.14	95.97	880 – 1,080	18654	47944	#327 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $337 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,654 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
328	Brescia University	Soccer	335.15	35.24	970 – 1,210	15634	39897	#328 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Brescia University Owensboro, KY Brescia University opened in 1925 as the Mount Saint Joseph Junior College for Women. It got its current moniker in 1998 when they added master’s degree programs on Management and Curriculum and Instruction....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $335 Acceptance Rate 35.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,897
329	University of Providence	Soccer	333.21	50.28	850 – 1,140	16598	37734	#329 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Providence Great Falls, MT Located in Great Falls, the University of Providence accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Providence, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $333 Acceptance Rate 50.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,734
330	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	Golf	332.61	56.87	940 – 1,140	22929	43860	#330 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette, MO Located in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $333 Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
331	University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma	Baseball	325.73	65.82	1,080 – 1,250	8070	35520	#331 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma Chickasha, OK Based in Chickasha, the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Science and Arts of......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $326 Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,070 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,520
332	Waldorf University	Cross Country	320.83	76.98	930 – 1,090	19766	50515	#332 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 44% first year retention......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $321 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $19,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
333	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	Baseball	316.13	56.87	940 – 1,140	22929	43860	#333 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette, MO Located in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $316 Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
334	Missouri Baptist University	Soccer	313.39	68.6	710 – 970	27623	38997	#334 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Missouri Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Missouri Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $313 Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 710 – 970 Avg. Net Price $27,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
335	Our Lady of the Lake University	Basketball	313.36	65.78	880 – 1,100	16999	41195	#335 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake University accepts 66% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 99% of students at Our Lady of the Lake University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $313 Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $16,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,195
336	Webber International University	Other Sports	313.2	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#336 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $313 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $30,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
337	Cumberland University	Basketball	312.26	67.33	970 – 1,140	18499	52246	#337 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Cumberland University Lebanon, TN Found in Lebanon, Cumberland University accepts 67% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Cumberland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 59% and around 30% of students......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $312 Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,246
338	Union Commonwealth University	Swimming	308.42	63.15	850 – 1,110	17124	36529	#338 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Union Commonwealth University Barbourville, KY Found in Barbourville, Union Commonwealth University’s acceptance rate is 63%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Union Commonwealth University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Union Commonwealth University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and 23% of......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $308 Acceptance Rate 63.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,529
339	Lindsey Wilson College	Swimming	308.06	0	--	16374	34861	#339 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Lindsey Wilson College Columbia, KY Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $308 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,374 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,861
340	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College	Soccer	307.65	72.39	880 – 1,070	20451	41863	#340 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Saint Mary of the Woods, IN Found in Saint Mary of the Woods, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $308 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $20,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,863
341	Hope International University	Baseball	307.3	32.98	840 – 1,220	29896	36030	#341 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $307 Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 840 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,896 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
342	University of the Southwest	Baseball	306	45.39	830 – 1,050	17243	36600	#342 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of the Southwest Hobbs, NM Based in Hobbs, the University of the Southwest accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of students at the University of the Southwest currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $306 Acceptance Rate 45.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $17,243 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,600
343	Nelson University	Basketball	305.16	89.02	890 – 1,090	22359	37425	#343 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Nelson University Waxahachie, TX Found in Waxahachie, Nelson University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 87% of students at Nelson University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Nelson University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 19% of......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $305 Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $22,359 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,425
344	William Jessup University	Other Sports	299.1	93.33	1,050 – 1,230	29679	43163	#344 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $299 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
345	Cumberland University	Soccer	296.14	67.33	970 – 1,140	18499	52246	#345 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Cumberland University Lebanon, TN Found in Lebanon, Cumberland University accepts 67% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Cumberland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 59% and around 30% of students......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $296 Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,246
346	St. Thomas University	Golf	289.45	97.91	870 – 1,070	27844	44435	#346 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, St- Thomas University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At St- Thomas University, there is a 57%......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $289 Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $27,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,435
347	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College	Volleyball	288.1	72.39	880 – 1,070	20451	41863	#347 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Saint Mary of the Woods, IN Found in Saint Mary of the Woods, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $288 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $20,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,863
348	Brescia University	Baseball	283.34	35.24	970 – 1,210	15634	39897	#348 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Brescia University Owensboro, KY Brescia University opened in 1925 as the Mount Saint Joseph Junior College for Women. It got its current moniker in 1998 when they added master’s degree programs on Management and Curriculum and Instruction....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $283 Acceptance Rate 35.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,897
349	University of Mobile	Track and Field (Indoor)	283.03	77.89	1,110 – 1,310	22382	37411	#349 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Mobile Mobile, AL Based in Mobile, the University of Mobile accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 65% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $283 Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,382 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,411
350	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	Cross Country	281.92	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	116360	#350 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Saint Louis, MO A majority of students attending the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis are graduates, only 340 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 69% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $282 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $33,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
351	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	Other Sports	279.44	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	116360	#351 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Saint Louis, MO A majority of students attending the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis are graduates, only 340 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 69% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $279 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $33,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
352	Alice Lloyd College	Softball	278.53	75.23	890 – 1,110	18600	35174	#352 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Alice Lloyd College Pippa Passes, KY Based in Pippa Passes, Alice Lloyd College’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $279 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $18,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,174
353	Vanguard University of Southern California	Baseball	276.96	62.44	990 – 1,210	23286	43464	#353 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,847. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $277 Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
354	Brescia University	Softball	275.89	35.24	970 – 1,210	15634	39897	#354 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Brescia University Owensboro, KY Brescia University opened in 1925 as the Mount Saint Joseph Junior College for Women. It got its current moniker in 1998 when they added master’s degree programs on Management and Curriculum and Instruction....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $276 Acceptance Rate 35.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,897
355	Judson University	Soccer	273.35	47.59	870 – 1,160	18673	45374	#355 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $273 Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 870 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $18,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
356	Rochester Christian University	Lacrosse	273.08	97.65	860 – 1,080	21611	40813	#356 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Rochester Christian University Rochester Hills, MI Located in Rochester Hills, Rochester Christian University accepts 98% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Rochester Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $273 Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,611 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,813
357	University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma	Soccer	272.16	65.82	1,080 – 1,250	8070	35520	#357 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma Chickasha, OK Based in Chickasha, the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Science and Arts of......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $272 Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,070 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,520
358	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	Basketball	269.25	56.87	940 – 1,140	22929	43860	#358 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette, MO Located in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $269 Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
359	Waldorf University	Other Sports	266.85	76.98	930 – 1,090	19766	50515	#359 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 44% first year retention......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $267 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $19,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
360	Lindsey Wilson College	Tennis	265.58	0	--	16374	34861	#360 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Lindsey Wilson College Columbia, KY Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $266 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,374 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,861
361	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	Other Sports	265.48	96.97	--	30723	37447	#361 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Found in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $265 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
362	Central Baptist College	Softball	261	63.46	930 – 1,140	17469	37681	#362 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Central Baptist College Conway, AR Located in Conway, Central Baptist College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Central Baptist College will receive institutional grant aid. At Central Baptist College, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $261 Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $17,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,681
363	MidAmerica Nazarene University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	259.38	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#363 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Located in Olathe, MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $21,399 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $259 Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $32,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
364	Vanguard University of Southern California	Other Sports	258.28	62.44	990 – 1,210	23286	43464	#364 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,847. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $258 Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
365	Judson University	Cross Country	251.42	47.59	870 – 1,160	18673	45374	#365 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $251 Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 870 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $18,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
366	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	Swimming and Diving (combined)	248.88	96.97	--	30723	37447	#366 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Found in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $249 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
367	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	246.13	68.3	890 – 1,080	7326	39089	#367 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 68% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $246 Acceptance Rate 68.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $7,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
368	Brescia University	Tennis	245.74	35.24	970 – 1,210	15634	39897	#368 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Brescia University Owensboro, KY Brescia University opened in 1925 as the Mount Saint Joseph Junior College for Women. It got its current moniker in 1998 when they added master’s degree programs on Management and Curriculum and Instruction....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $246 Acceptance Rate 35.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,897
369	Shawnee State University	Softball	245.24	68.91	980 – 1,190	13996	35080	#369 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Found in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 63% of students attending Shawnee State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $245 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,080
370	St. Thomas University	Football	244.82	97.91	870 – 1,070	27844	44435	#370 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, St- Thomas University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At St- Thomas University, there is a 57%......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $245 Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $27,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,435
371	St. Thomas University	Soccer	243.34	97.91	870 – 1,070	27844	44435	#371 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, St- Thomas University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At St- Thomas University, there is a 57%......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $243 Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $27,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,435
372	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	Lacrosse	240.88	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	116360	#372 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Saint Louis, MO A majority of students attending the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis are graduates, only 340 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 69% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $241 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $33,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
373	University of Mobile	Track and Field (Outdoor)	240.58	77.89	1,110 – 1,310	22382	37411	#373 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Mobile Mobile, AL Based in Mobile, the University of Mobile accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 65% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $241 Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,382 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,411
374	Lindsey Wilson College	Basketball	239.68	0	--	16374	34861	#374 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Lindsey Wilson College Columbia, KY Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $240 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,374 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,861
375	William Carey University	Softball	236.89	60.29	1,020 – 1,220	15469	37639	#375 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Carey University Hattiesburg, MS Based in Hattiesburg, William Carey University accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 96% of students at William Carey University currently receive grant aid from the school. 78% of students continued studying at William Carey University after completing their first......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $237 Acceptance Rate 60.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,639
376	Mount Mercy University	Bowling	234.74	82.52	1,010 – 1,210	24347	52871	#376 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 73% first year retention......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $235 Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
377	Central Christian College of Kansas	Volleyball	234.48	52.71	920 – 1,120	12143	37685	#377 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Central Christian College of Kansas McPherson, KS Based in McPherson, Central Christian College of Kansas accepts 53% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Central Christian College of Kansas will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $234 Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,685
378	Webber International University	Softball	232.65	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#378 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $233 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $30,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
379	Rochester Christian University	Bowling	230.5	97.65	860 – 1,080	21611	40813	#379 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Rochester Christian University Rochester Hills, MI Located in Rochester Hills, Rochester Christian University accepts 98% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Rochester Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $231 Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,611 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,813
380	Lindsey Wilson College	Bowling	230.17	0	--	16374	34861	#380 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Lindsey Wilson College Columbia, KY Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $230 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,374 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,861
381	University of Mobile	Soccer	228.98	77.89	1,110 – 1,310	22382	37411	#381 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Mobile Mobile, AL Based in Mobile, the University of Mobile accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 65% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $229 Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,382 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,411
382	Central Christian College of Kansas	Soccer	226.47	52.71	920 – 1,120	12143	37685	#382 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Central Christian College of Kansas McPherson, KS Based in McPherson, Central Christian College of Kansas accepts 53% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Central Christian College of Kansas will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $226 Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,685
383	Stillman College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	226.22	62.25	800 – 930	15152	29790	#383 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Stillman College Tuscaloosa, AL Located in Tuscaloosa, Stillman College’s acceptance rate is 62%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of students attending Stillman College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $226 Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 800 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,790
384	St. Thomas University	Lacrosse	224.85	97.91	870 – 1,070	27844	44435	#384 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, St- Thomas University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At St- Thomas University, there is a 57%......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $225 Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $27,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,435
385	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	Other Sports	223.53	56.87	940 – 1,140	22929	43860	#385 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette, MO Located in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $224 Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
386	Brenau University	Swimming	222.22	87.78	940 – 1,180	19743	41664	#386 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Brenau University Gainesville, GA Based in Gainesville, Brenau University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of students attending Brenau University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $222 Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,664
387	St. Thomas University	Tennis	220.79	97.91	870 – 1,070	27844	44435	#387 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, St- Thomas University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At St- Thomas University, there is a 57%......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $221 Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $27,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,435
388	Vanguard University of Southern California	Wrestling	220.55	62.44	990 – 1,210	23286	43464	#388 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,847. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $221 Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
389	Oakland City University	Soccer	219.24	82.51	870 – 1,150	16437	43190	#389 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Oakland City University Oakland City, IN Located in Oakland City, Oakland City University’s acceptance rate is 83% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Oakland City University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Oakland City University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 40% four year......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $219 Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $16,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,190
390	Freed-Hardeman University	Volleyball	217.59	59.68	1,010 – 1,230	20178	40086	#390 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Freed-Hardeman University Henderson, TN Found in Henderson, Freed-Hardeman University accepts 60% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 86% and 58% of students will earn......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $218 Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,086
391	William Penn University	Bowling	216.65	51.88	890 – 1,110	22740	40189	#391 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $217 Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
392	St. Thomas University	Swimming	214.56	97.91	870 – 1,070	27844	44435	#392 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, St- Thomas University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At St- Thomas University, there is a 57%......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $215 Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $27,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,435
393	University of Michigan-Dearborn	Cross Country	210.48	55.61	1,000 – 1,260	11521	50389	#393 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI Located in Dearborn, the University of Michigan-Dearborn accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 82% of students continued their studies at the University of......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $210 Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,389
394	Baker University	Soccer	209.68	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#394 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Baker University Baldwin City, KS Found in Baldwin City, Baker University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $210 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
395	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	Cross Country	207.82	68.3	890 – 1,080	7326	39089	#395 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 68% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $208 Acceptance Rate 68.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $7,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
396	Missouri Valley College	Golf	206.89	69.18	900 – 1,060	18923	36902	#396 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $207 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
397	William Jessup University	Basketball	205.46	93.33	1,050 – 1,230	29679	43163	#397 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $205 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
398	University of Michigan-Dearborn	Soccer	205.07	55.61	1,000 – 1,260	11521	50389	#398 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI Located in Dearborn, the University of Michigan-Dearborn accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 82% of students continued their studies at the University of......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $205 Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,389
399	Stillman College	Bowling	203.83	62.25	800 – 930	15152	29790	#399 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Stillman College Tuscaloosa, AL Located in Tuscaloosa, Stillman College’s acceptance rate is 62%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of students attending Stillman College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $204 Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 800 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,790
400	Taylor University	Softball	203.71	73.53	1,110 – 1,360	26178	45142	#400 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 63 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. The school also boasts a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% first year retention rate. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $204 Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $26,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
401	Baker University	Tennis	203.62	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#401 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Baker University Baldwin City, KS Found in Baldwin City, Baker University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $204 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
402	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	Softball	203.53	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	116360	#402 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Saint Louis, MO A majority of students attending the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis are graduates, only 340 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 69% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $204 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $33,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
403	William Penn University	Golf	201.74	51.88	890 – 1,110	22740	40189	#403 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $202 Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
404	Bethel University	Baseball	200.81	60.23	850 – 1,090	13112	38990	#404 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Bethel University McKenzie, TN Based in McKenzie, Bethel University’s acceptance rate is 60% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 54% and 2% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $201 Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $13,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,990
405	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	Bowling	200.73	56.87	940 – 1,140	22929	43860	#405 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette, MO Located in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $201 Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
406	Bethel University	Swimming	200	60.23	850 – 1,090	13112	38990	#406 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Bethel University McKenzie, TN Based in McKenzie, Bethel University’s acceptance rate is 60% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 54% and 2% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $200 Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $13,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,990
407	Judson University	Softball	196.62	47.59	870 – 1,160	18673	45374	#407 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $197 Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 870 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $18,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
408	Mount Mercy University	Track and Field (Indoor)	195	82.52	1,010 – 1,210	24347	52871	#408 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 73% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $195 Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
409	Mount Mercy University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	195	82.52	1,010 – 1,210	24347	52871	#409 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 73% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $195 Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
410	Mount Mercy University	Other Sports	194.87	82.52	1,010 – 1,210	24347	52871	#410 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 73% first year retention......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $195 Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
411	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	Wrestling	193.86	96.97	--	30723	37447	#411 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Found in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $194 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
412	Lindsey Wilson College	Archery	190.48	0	--	16374	34861	#412 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Lindsey Wilson College Columbia, KY Sport Archery Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $190 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,374 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,861
413	Campbellsville University	Cross Country	188.95	79.74	970 – 1,180	19662	34639	#413 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Campbellsville University Campbellsville, KY Based in Campbellsville, Campbellsville University’s acceptance rate is 80% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $189 Acceptance Rate 79.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,639
414	Union Commonwealth University	Other Sports	187.43	63.15	850 – 1,110	17124	36529	#414 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Union Commonwealth University Barbourville, KY Found in Barbourville, Union Commonwealth University’s acceptance rate is 63%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Union Commonwealth University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Union Commonwealth University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and 23% of......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $187 Acceptance Rate 63.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,529
415	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	Volleyball	184.89	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	116360	#415 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Saint Louis, MO A majority of students attending the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis are graduates, only 340 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 69% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $185 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $33,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
416	Loyola University New Orleans	Golf	183.82	93.05	1,070 – 1,240	26291	34092	#416 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Loyola University New Orleans New Orleans, LA Located in New Orleans, Loyola University New Orleans accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Loyola University New Orleans currently receive grant aid from the school. At Loyola University New Orleans, there is a 80% first year retention rate and a 58% four......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $184 Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,092
417	Huntington University	Tennis	183	75.64	940 – 1,170	19767	40702	#417 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Huntington University Huntington, IN 96% of students at Huntington University receive grant aid and as a NAIA Division I school, there are also athletic scholarships available. Huntington opened in 1897 as Central College, having been founded by (and still affiliated with) the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $183 Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
418	Hope International University	Basketball	182.39	32.98	840 – 1,220	29896	36030	#418 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $182 Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 840 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,896 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
419	Campbellsville University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	175.43	79.74	970 – 1,180	19662	34639	#419 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Campbellsville University Campbellsville, KY Based in Campbellsville, Campbellsville University’s acceptance rate is 80% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $175 Acceptance Rate 79.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,639
420	Shawnee State University	Bowling	172.38	68.91	980 – 1,190	13996	35080	#420 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Found in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 63% of students attending Shawnee State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $172 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,080
421	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	Football	172.09	68.3	890 – 1,080	7326	39089	#421 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 68% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $172 Acceptance Rate 68.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $7,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
422	St. Thomas University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	166.75	97.91	870 – 1,070	27844	44435	#422 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, St- Thomas University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At St- Thomas University, there is a 57%......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $167 Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $27,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,435
423	Alice Lloyd College	Soccer	166.66	75.23	890 – 1,110	18600	35174	#423 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Alice Lloyd College Pippa Passes, KY Based in Pippa Passes, Alice Lloyd College’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $167 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $18,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,174
424	Lindsey Wilson College	Other Sports	164.56	0	--	16374	34861	#424 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Lindsey Wilson College Columbia, KY Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $165 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,374 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,861
425	Campbellsville University	Tennis	164.55	79.74	970 – 1,180	19662	34639	#425 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Campbellsville University Campbellsville, KY Based in Campbellsville, Campbellsville University’s acceptance rate is 80% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $165 Acceptance Rate 79.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,639
426	Baker University	Wrestling	164.18	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#426 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Baker University Baldwin City, KS Found in Baldwin City, Baker University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $164 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
427	Cumberland University	Volleyball	162.61	67.33	970 – 1,140	18499	52246	#427 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Cumberland University Lebanon, TN Found in Lebanon, Cumberland University accepts 67% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Cumberland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 59% and around 30% of students......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $163 Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,246
428	University of Houston-Victoria	Softball	157.65	95.9	1,000 – 1,190	6754	44888	#428 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Houston-Victoria Victoria, TX Based in Victoria, the University of Houston-Victoria accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 72% of students at the University of Houston-Victoria currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $158 Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $6,754 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,888
429	Cornerstone University	Soccer	152.54	77.77	1,000 – 1,220	21335	42598	#429 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Cornerstone University Grand Rapids, MI Found in Grand Rapids, Cornerstone University accepts 78% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Cornerstone University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $153 Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,335 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,598
430	Campbellsville University	Track and Field (Indoor)	149.82	79.74	970 – 1,180	19662	34639	#430 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Campbellsville University Campbellsville, KY Based in Campbellsville, Campbellsville University’s acceptance rate is 80% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $150 Acceptance Rate 79.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,639
431	Baker University	Softball	149.4	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#431 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Baker University Baldwin City, KS Found in Baldwin City, Baker University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $149 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
432	Stillman College	Baseball	144.86	62.25	800 – 930	15152	29790	#432 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Stillman College Tuscaloosa, AL Located in Tuscaloosa, Stillman College’s acceptance rate is 62%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of students attending Stillman College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $145 Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 800 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,790
433	Baker University	Basketball	144.07	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#433 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Baker University Baldwin City, KS Found in Baldwin City, Baker University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $144 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
434	Huntington University	Other Sports	143.55	75.64	940 – 1,170	19767	40702	#434 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Huntington University Huntington, IN 96% of students at Huntington University receive grant aid and as a NAIA Division I school, there are also athletic scholarships available. Huntington opened in 1897 as Central College, having been founded by (and still affiliated with) the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $144 Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
435	Huntington University	Bowling	141.12	75.64	940 – 1,170	19767	40702	#435 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Huntington University Huntington, IN 96% of students at Huntington University receive grant aid and as a NAIA Division I school, there are also athletic scholarships available. Huntington opened in 1897 as Central College, having been founded by (and still affiliated with) the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $141 Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
436	Webber International University	Track and Field (Indoor)	140.26	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#436 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $140 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $30,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
437	Cumberland University	Wrestling	139.8	67.33	970 – 1,140	18499	52246	#437 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Cumberland University Lebanon, TN Found in Lebanon, Cumberland University accepts 67% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Cumberland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 59% and around 30% of students......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $140 Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,246
438	University of St Francis	Tennis	135.85	65.29	1,040 – 1,250	14045	56648	#438 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 47% of......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $136 Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
439	Southeastern University	Basketball	134.12	52.98	1,010 – 1,210	32334	36314	#439 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Southeastern University Lakeland, FL Found in Lakeland, Southeastern University accepts 53% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $134 Acceptance Rate 53.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $32,334 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,314
440	Mount Mercy University	Soccer	131.59	82.52	1,010 – 1,210	24347	52871	#440 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 73% first year retention......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $132 Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
441	Webber International University	Beach Volleyball	131.58	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#441 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $132 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $30,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
442	Campbellsville University	Football	131.02	79.74	970 – 1,180	19662	34639	#442 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Campbellsville University Campbellsville, KY Based in Campbellsville, Campbellsville University’s acceptance rate is 80% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $131 Acceptance Rate 79.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,639
443	Central Christian College of Kansas	Basketball	130.49	52.71	920 – 1,120	12143	37685	#443 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Central Christian College of Kansas McPherson, KS Based in McPherson, Central Christian College of Kansas accepts 53% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Central Christian College of Kansas will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $130 Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,685
444	Nelson University	Volleyball	129.85	89.02	890 – 1,090	22359	37425	#444 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Nelson University Waxahachie, TX Found in Waxahachie, Nelson University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 87% of students at Nelson University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Nelson University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 19% of......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $130 Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $22,359 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,425
445	Cornerstone University	Basketball	128.86	77.77	1,000 – 1,220	21335	42598	#445 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Cornerstone University Grand Rapids, MI Found in Grand Rapids, Cornerstone University accepts 78% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Cornerstone University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $129 Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,335 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,598
446	Judson University	Basketball	127.74	47.59	870 – 1,160	18673	45374	#446 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $128 Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 870 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $18,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
447	Brescia University	Volleyball	126.38	35.24	970 – 1,210	15634	39897	#447 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Brescia University Owensboro, KY Brescia University opened in 1925 as the Mount Saint Joseph Junior College for Women. It got its current moniker in 1998 when they added master’s degree programs on Management and Curriculum and Instruction....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $126 Acceptance Rate 35.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,897
448	Webber International University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	126.23	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#448 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $126 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $30,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
449	University of Providence	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	125.01	50.28	850 – 1,140	16598	37734	#449 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of Providence Great Falls, MT Located in Great Falls, the University of Providence accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Providence, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $125 Acceptance Rate 50.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,734
450	St. Thomas University	Bowling	121.67	97.91	870 – 1,070	27844	44435	#450 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, St- Thomas University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At St- Thomas University, there is a 57%......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $122 Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $27,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,435
451	Our Lady of the Lake University	Tennis	121.59	65.78	880 – 1,100	16999	41195	#451 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake University accepts 66% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 99% of students at Our Lady of the Lake University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $122 Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $16,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,195
452	Southeastern University	Soccer	119.58	52.98	1,010 – 1,210	32334	36314	#452 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Southeastern University Lakeland, FL Found in Lakeland, Southeastern University accepts 53% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $120 Acceptance Rate 53.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $32,334 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,314
453	William Carey University	Soccer	117.35	60.29	1,020 – 1,220	15469	37639	#453 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Carey University Hattiesburg, MS Based in Hattiesburg, William Carey University accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 96% of students at William Carey University currently receive grant aid from the school. 78% of students continued studying at William Carey University after completing their first......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $117 Acceptance Rate 60.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,639
454	Rochester Christian University	Golf	115.88	97.65	860 – 1,080	21611	40813	#454 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Rochester Christian University Rochester Hills, MI Located in Rochester Hills, Rochester Christian University accepts 98% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Rochester Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $116 Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,611 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,813
455	Cornerstone University	Baseball	114.97	77.77	1,000 – 1,220	21335	42598	#455 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Cornerstone University Grand Rapids, MI Found in Grand Rapids, Cornerstone University accepts 78% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Cornerstone University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $115 Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,335 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,598
456	Mount Mercy University	Softball	114.58	82.52	1,010 – 1,210	24347	52871	#456 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 73% first year retention......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $115 Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
457	Rust College	Basketball	113.88	48.67	860 – 1,030	12037	25641	#457 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Rust College Holly Springs, MS Based in Holly Springs, Rust College accepted 49% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 65% of students at Rust College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $114 Acceptance Rate 48.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $12,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,641
458	Campbellsville University	Wrestling	113.38	79.74	970 – 1,180	19662	34639	#458 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Campbellsville University Campbellsville, KY Based in Campbellsville, Campbellsville University’s acceptance rate is 80% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $113 Acceptance Rate 79.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,639
459	University of St Francis	Softball	109.05	65.29	1,040 – 1,250	14045	56648	#459 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 47% of......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $109 Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
460	Indiana Institute of Technology	Wrestling	107.39	70.39	950 – 1,160	24208	29717	#460 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Indiana Institute of Technology Fort Wayne, IN Found in Fort Wayne, Indiana Institute of Technology accepts 70% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Indiana Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $107 Acceptance Rate 70.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $24,208 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,717
461	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	Other Sports	103.12	68.3	890 – 1,080	7326	39089	#461 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 68% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $103 Acceptance Rate 68.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $7,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
462	William Penn University	Other Sports	102.99	51.88	890 – 1,110	22740	40189	#462 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $103 Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
463	Cumberland University	Tennis	102.06	67.33	970 – 1,140	18499	52246	#463 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Cumberland University Lebanon, TN Found in Lebanon, Cumberland University accepts 67% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Cumberland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 59% and around 30% of students......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $102 Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,246
464	Williams Baptist University	Soccer	102.04	83.42	890 – 1,080	12692	38067	#464 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Williams Baptist University Walnut Ridge, AR Found in Walnut Ridge, Williams Baptist University accepts 83% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Williams Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $102 Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $12,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,067
465	Brescia University	Other Sports	101.79	35.24	970 – 1,210	15634	39897	#465 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I Brescia University Owensboro, KY Brescia University opened in 1925 as the Mount Saint Joseph Junior College for Women. It got its current moniker in 1998 when they added master’s degree programs on Management and Curriculum and Instruction....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete

2026 College Rankings

Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I

Other Sports

$33,857

96.0%

880 – 1,080

$18,654

$47,944

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I

Basketball

$32,293

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--

$24,061

$34,323

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I

Soccer

$25,669

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$24,061

$34,323

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I

Basketball

$24,138

82.5%

870 – 1,150

$16,437

$43,190

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I

Softball

$18,149

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--

$24,061

$34,323

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I

Baseball

$17,336

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--

$24,061

$34,323

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I

Volleyball

$17,049

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--

$24,061

$34,323

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I

Cross Country

$16,937

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$24,061

$34,323

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I

Bowling

$15,618

78.2%

880 – 1,110

$34,037

$49,139

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I

Basketball

$15,051

78.2%

880 – 1,110

$34,037

$49,139

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NAIA Division I

Ice Hockey

$13,833

55.9%

1,040 – 1,280

$34,083

$58,827