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Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football

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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	Wesleyan University	Tennis	30862.94	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#1 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $30,863 14.2% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
2	Benedictine University	Cross Country	10529.29	95.76	1,010 – 1,240	23139	50222	#2 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Benedictine University Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, Benedictine University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,529 29.1% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
3	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	Golf	9592.91	89.38	1,080 – 1,310	16266	54825	#3 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Platteville is one of the 13 main campuses that make up the public University of Wisconsin system. It received its current moniker in 1971 but the institution dates back to the 1866 Platteville Normal School. The Pioneers compete in the NCAA Division III with football Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,593 520.4% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $16,266 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
4	McDaniel College	Golf	9289.58	78.17	1,060 – 1,250	24497	47879	#4 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football McDaniel College Westminster, MD McDaniel College, originally founded in 1867 as Western Maryland College, is a private liberal arts school. 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $40,721 on average. With a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 47 will graduate in 4 years....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,290 50.1% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,879
5	Wesleyan University	Squash	8646.07	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#5 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,646 4.0% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
6	Wesleyan University	Field Hockey	7697.77	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#6 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,698 5.8% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
7	Utica University	Ice Hockey	7443.84	91.87	1,120 – 1,310	20295	57422	#7 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,444 72.5% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
8	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	Volleyball	7267.25	86.51	970 – 1,210	12500	50140	#8 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 87% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 29% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 69% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,267 10.0% Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
9	Berry College	Golf	7063.14	73.15	1,120 – 1,320	25363	45014	#9 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Berry College Mount Berry, GA Located in Mount Berry, Berry College accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Berry College, there is a 85% first year retention rate and around 65%......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,063 18.5% Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,014
10	Wesleyan University	Ice Hockey	6854.34	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#10 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,854 11.9% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
11	Bowdoin College	Baseball	6849.06	6.81	1,460 – 1,550	22228	61692	#11 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,849 31.1% Acceptance Rate 6.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
12	Wesleyan University	Volleyball	6338.21	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#12 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,338 8.3% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
13	Wesleyan University	Soccer	6288.02	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#13 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,288 0.1% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
14	Hilbert College	Basketball	6168.59	97.24	980 – 1,180	22157	45369	#14 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 97% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 64% of students continued their studies at Hilbert College after......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,169 10.4% Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
15	St. John Fisher University	Golf	6041.5	66.07	1,110 – 1,320	30540	61198	#15 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY St. John Fisher University accepts around 66% of applicants – 20% of which enroll. 100% of students receive grant aid, with an average of $24,530 per student. Many undergraduates declare their major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,042 1,176.4% Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,540 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
16	Hilbert College	Softball	5911.11	97.24	980 – 1,180	22157	45369	#16 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 97% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 64% of students continued their studies at Hilbert College after......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,911 125.8% Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
17	Wesleyan University	Basketball	5638.4	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#17 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,638 9.7% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
18	North Central College	Baseball	5381.88	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#18 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,382 21.2% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
19	Carthage College	Bowling	5225.29	84.45	1,040 – 1,210	27066	46116	#19 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carthage College Kenosha, WI Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,225 484.5% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
20	Huntingdon College	Basketball	5224.15	69.2	1,040 – 1,220	23055	42147	#20 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Huntingdon College Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Huntingdon College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students attending Huntingdon College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,224 1,190.1% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,147
21	Hardin-Simmons University	Golf	5073	86.2	1,010 – 1,210	19811	44392	#21 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,073 43.5% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
22	North Central College	Soccer	5052.67	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#22 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,053 62.7% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
23	Bowdoin College	Tennis	4993.95	6.81	1,460 – 1,550	22228	61692	#23 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,994 90.8% Acceptance Rate 6.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
24	Wesleyan University	Lacrosse	4987.55	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#24 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,988 6.4% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
25	Linfield University	Basketball	4927.7	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#25 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Elementary Education and Teaching is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,928 103.7% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
26	Southwestern University	Golf	4919.88	43.48	1,160 – 1,370	32228	49249	#26 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Southwestern University Georgetown, TX A small liberal arts school, Southwestern University offers 98% of attending students institutional grants, $31,958 on average. With nearly 40 majors, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science are the most popular options. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,920 330.9% Acceptance Rate 43.5% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $32,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,249
27	Texas Lutheran University	Softball	4842.06	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	25119	48125	#27 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,842 394.7% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $25,119 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
28	Huntingdon College	Golf	4830.86	69.2	1,040 – 1,220	23055	42147	#28 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Huntingdon College Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Huntingdon College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students attending Huntingdon College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,831 411.7% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,147
29	Benedictine University	Basketball	4551.87	95.76	1,010 – 1,240	23139	50222	#29 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Benedictine University Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, Benedictine University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,552 538.6% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
30	Bowdoin College	Golf	4500.72	6.81	1,460 – 1,550	22228	61692	#30 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,501 319.0% Acceptance Rate 6.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
31	McDaniel College	Football	4469.66	78.17	1,060 – 1,250	24497	47879	#31 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football McDaniel College Westminster, MD McDaniel College, originally founded in 1867 as Western Maryland College, is a private liberal arts school. 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $40,721 on average. With a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 47 will graduate in 4 years....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,470 54.5% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,879
32	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Basketball	4425.89	67.25	1,380 – 1,520	38887	83054	#32 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,426 35.6% Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $38,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
33	Benedictine University	Lacrosse	4345.81	95.76	1,010 – 1,240	23139	50222	#33 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Benedictine University Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, Benedictine University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,346 73.2% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
34	Wesleyan University	Swimming	4318.05	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#34 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,318 Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
35	North Central College	Football	4280.82	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#35 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,281 78.3% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
36	University of Rochester	Golf	4105.11	41.91	1,390 – 1,530	40462	68333	#36 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Rochester Rochester, NY The University of Rochester was founded in 1850 and is tucked in the bends of the Genesee River. Alumni and faculty have won Nobel Prizes, Grammy Awards, Pulitzer Prizes, and more. The school has an 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 90% first year retention rate, and 89% six year graduation rate. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,105 0.0% Acceptance Rate 41.9% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $40,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,333
37	Carthage College	Golf	4037.72	84.45	1,040 – 1,210	27066	46116	#37 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carthage College Kenosha, WI Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,038 763.4% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
38	Linfield University	Softball	4031.79	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#38 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Elementary Education and Teaching is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,032 17.3% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
39	Wesleyan University	Wrestling	3958.22	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#39 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,958 2.4% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
40	Moravian University	Basketball	3900.89	73.66	1,010 – 1,240	31743	53471	#40 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,901 133.6% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
41	North Central College	Golf	3836.55	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#41 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,837 97.8% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
42	Hilbert College	Baseball	3781.92	97.24	980 – 1,180	22157	45369	#42 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 97% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 64% of students continued their studies at Hilbert College after......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,782 64.3% Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
43	Bates College	Basketball	3778.62	14.83	1,340 – 1,510	24723	59202	#43 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 92% first year retention rate, 79% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,779 748.8% Acceptance Rate 14.8% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
44	Carthage College	Lacrosse	3733.74	84.45	1,040 – 1,210	27066	46116	#44 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carthage College Kenosha, WI Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,734 756.5% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
45	Carthage College	Baseball	3728.07	84.45	1,040 – 1,210	27066	46116	#45 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carthage College Kenosha, WI Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,728 204.6% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
46	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Wrestling	3637.61	34.24	1,110 – 1,320	4101	96770	#46 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,370 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,638 1.1% Acceptance Rate 34.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $4,101 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
47	Pacific Lutheran University	Football	3569.11	86.6	1,050 – 1,270	22299	52212	#47 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA Pacific Lutheran University’s motto is “Education for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership, and Care.” Many students study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school opened in 1894, where tuition was $1 per week....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,569 51.3% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,212
48	Linfield University	Lacrosse	3540	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#48 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Elementary Education and Teaching is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,540 214.3% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
49	Linfield University	Baseball	3502.8	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#49 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Elementary Education and Teaching is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,503 26.9% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
50	Wesleyan University	Golf	3453.3	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#50 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,453 2.6% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
51	Hardin-Simmons University	Basketball	3430.75	86.2	1,010 – 1,210	19811	44392	#51 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,431 161.9% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
52	Eastern University	Field Hockey	3400.65	91.01	1,020 – 1,190	27422	41580	#52 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Eastern University Saint Davids, PA Found in Saint Davids, Eastern University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,401 53.0% Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
53	Bowdoin College	Basketball	3377.1	6.81	1,460 – 1,550	22228	61692	#53 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,377 2.3% Acceptance Rate 6.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
54	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	Baseball	3308.36	86.51	970 – 1,210	12500	50140	#54 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 87% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 29% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 69% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,308 92.4% Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
55	Carthage College	Volleyball	3248.19	84.45	1,040 – 1,210	27066	46116	#55 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carthage College Kenosha, WI Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,248 103.6% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
56	Crown College	Softball	3237.5	22.78	970 – 1,150	27332	39003	#56 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Crown College Saint Bonifacius, MN Located in Saint Bonifacius, Crown College’s acceptance rate is 23%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students attending Crown College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,238 0.0% Acceptance Rate 22.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $27,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,003
57	Carthage College	Basketball	3131.94	84.45	1,040 – 1,210	27066	46116	#57 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carthage College Kenosha, WI Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,132 237.2% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
58	Knox College	Track and Field (Indoor)	3130.06	77.2	1,150 – 1,440	25709	37757	#58 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Knox College Galesburg, IL Knox College got its start as the Knox Manual Labor College when founded in 1837 by abolitionists – it would go on to play a role in the Underground Railroad. Students can earn up to Bachelor's degrees, and they follow a quarter academic calendar....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,130 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,757
59	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Soccer	3108.12	67.25	1,380 – 1,520	38887	83054	#59 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,108 56.8% Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $38,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
60	University of New England	Basketball	3096.77	92.03	1,050 – 1,240	40003	48957	#60 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of New England Biddeford, ME Founded in 1939 as College Séraphique, The University of New England underwent several name changes before receiving its current moniker in 1996. The school has two campuses, one in Maine and one in Tangier, Morocco. UNE is also the largest private university in the state and the five schools offer 52 majors and programs. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,097 59.7% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $40,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,957
61	Carthage College	Tennis	3069.05	84.45	1,040 – 1,210	27066	46116	#61 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carthage College Kenosha, WI Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,069 107.0% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
62	Cornell College	Volleyball	3059.5	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#62 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,060 104.9% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
63	Knox College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	3054.96	77.2	1,150 – 1,440	25709	37757	#63 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Knox College Galesburg, IL Knox College got its start as the Knox Manual Labor College when founded in 1837 by abolitionists – it would go on to play a role in the Underground Railroad. Students can earn up to Bachelor's degrees, and they follow a quarter academic calendar....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,055 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,757
64	Rowan University	Softball	3044.05	76.54	1,100 – 1,310	23761	50705	#64 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and around 52% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,044 2.1% Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
65	Linfield University	Cross Country	3012	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#65 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Elementary Education and Teaching is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,012 40.9% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
66	Bates College	Golf	3009.2	14.83	1,340 – 1,510	24723	59202	#66 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 92% first year retention rate, 79% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,009 359.6% Acceptance Rate 14.8% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
67	Linfield University	Golf	2868.12	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#67 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Elementary Education and Teaching is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,868 49.0% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
68	SUNY Maritime College	Cross Country	2863.41	78.5	1,050 – 1,280	20312	83439	#68 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football SUNY Maritime College Throggs Neck, NY SUNY Maritime College, founded in 1847, is located about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. Students at SUNY Maritime College can "Chart Your Own Course," which means they can choose from one of two different experiences—the Traditional Lifestyle (a more traditional campus experience) or the Regiment Lifestyle (preparing cadets......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,863 2.2% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,312 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
69	Benedictine University	Track and Field (Indoor)	2850.29	95.76	1,010 – 1,240	23139	50222	#69 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Benedictine University Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, Benedictine University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,850 71.9% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
70	Bowdoin College	Ice Hockey	2743.72	6.81	1,460 – 1,550	22228	61692	#70 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,744 38.5% Acceptance Rate 6.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
71	Carnegie Mellon University	Golf	2742.24	11.07	1,500 – 1,580	35552	105360	#71 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA Some popular majors at Carnegie Mellon University include Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Computer Science. A merger in 1900 between Carnegie Institute of Technology and the Mellon Institute of Industrial Research created the school we know today....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,742 446.8% Acceptance Rate 11.1% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $35,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,360
72	The College of Wooster	Golf	2687.71	64.38	1,260 – 1,440	28004	43895	#72 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Wooster Wooster, OH Located in Wooster, The College of Wooster accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending The College of Wooster currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,688 3,072.1% Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $28,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,895
73	Bowdoin College	Lacrosse	2676.44	6.81	1,460 – 1,550	22228	61692	#73 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,676 61.1% Acceptance Rate 6.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
74	McDaniel College	Tennis	2671.39	78.17	1,060 – 1,250	24497	47879	#74 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football McDaniel College Westminster, MD McDaniel College, originally founded in 1867 as Western Maryland College, is a private liberal arts school. 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $40,721 on average. With a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 47 will graduate in 4 years....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,671 17.2% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,879
75	McDaniel College	Basketball	2656.44	78.17	1,060 – 1,250	24497	47879	#75 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football McDaniel College Westminster, MD McDaniel College, originally founded in 1867 as Western Maryland College, is a private liberal arts school. 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $40,721 on average. With a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 47 will graduate in 4 years....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,656 10.7% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,879
76	Bates College	Football	2651.1	14.83	1,340 – 1,510	24723	59202	#76 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 92% first year retention rate, 79% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,651 679.7% Acceptance Rate 14.8% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
77	Linfield University	Football	2627.83	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#77 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Elementary Education and Teaching is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,628 86.5% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
78	Washington University in St Louis	Softball	2581.43	11.92	1,480 – 1,550	22408	78073	#78 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,970. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,581 2.4% Acceptance Rate 11.9% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
79	Wesleyan University	Baseball	2543.34	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#79 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,543 61.2% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
80	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Tennis	2512.29	34.24	1,110 – 1,320	4101	96770	#80 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,370 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,512 3.1% Acceptance Rate 34.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $4,101 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
81	Montclair State University	Softball	2479.31	89.4	850 – 1,160	17669	47944	#81 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Montclair State University Montclair, NJ Found in Montclair, Montclair State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 59% of students attending Montclair State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,479 158.0% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
82	Otterbein University	Baseball	2461.82	83.88	950 – 1,340	20457	44539	#82 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Otterbein University Westerville, OH Otterbein University is a private institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. It was founded by the Church of United Brethren in Christ in 1947, but today it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,462 3,264.5% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $20,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,539
83	Eastern University	Golf	2459.62	91.01	1,020 – 1,190	27422	41580	#83 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Eastern University Saint Davids, PA Found in Saint Davids, Eastern University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,460 32.1% Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
84	Hardin-Simmons University	Softball	2446.56	86.2	1,010 – 1,210	19811	44392	#84 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,447 148.7% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
85	Maryville College	Basketball	2431.19	68.85	1,040 – 1,240	21469	39305	#85 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Maryville College Maryville, TN Located in Maryville, Maryville College accepts 69% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Maryville College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,431 320.3% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,305
86	Wesleyan University	Rowing	2415.39	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#86 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,415 4.9% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
87	Knox College	Cross Country	2377.71	77.2	1,150 – 1,440	25709	37757	#87 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Knox College Galesburg, IL Knox College got its start as the Knox Manual Labor College when founded in 1837 by abolitionists – it would go on to play a role in the Underground Railroad. Students can earn up to Bachelor's degrees, and they follow a quarter academic calendar....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,378 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,757
88	The College of Saint Scholastica	Soccer	2362.3	92.98	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#88 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 17% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,362 27.4% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
89	SUNY Maritime College	Baseball	2352.13	78.5	1,050 – 1,280	20312	83439	#89 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football SUNY Maritime College Throggs Neck, NY SUNY Maritime College, founded in 1847, is located about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. Students at SUNY Maritime College can "Chart Your Own Course," which means they can choose from one of two different experiences—the Traditional Lifestyle (a more traditional campus experience) or the Regiment Lifestyle (preparing cadets......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,352 10.5% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,312 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
90	The College of Saint Scholastica	Golf	2346	92.98	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#90 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 17% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,346 91.8% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
91	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	Gymnastics	2345.32	79.97	1,120 – 1,290	14712	49626	#91 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 37% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,345 155.0% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
92	SUNY Maritime College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	2326.38	78.5	1,050 – 1,280	20312	83439	#92 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football SUNY Maritime College Throggs Neck, NY SUNY Maritime College, founded in 1847, is located about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. Students at SUNY Maritime College can "Chart Your Own Course," which means they can choose from one of two different experiences—the Traditional Lifestyle (a more traditional campus experience) or the Regiment Lifestyle (preparing cadets......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,326 17.0% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,312 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
93	University of Redlands	Lacrosse	2316	82.72	1,130 – 1,340	28482	61686	#93 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Redlands Redlands, CA 79% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 64% go on to graduate within six years. There are 65 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,316 157.7% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
94	Western New England University	Cross Country	2313.3	83.48	1,090 – 1,310	27056	51771	#94 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Western New England University Springfield, MA Based in Springfield, Western New England University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 97% of students attending Western New England University will receive institutional grant aid. They receive $30,597 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,313 78.9% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,771
95	University of Rochester	Tennis	2311.23	41.91	1,390 – 1,530	40462	68333	#95 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Rochester Rochester, NY The University of Rochester was founded in 1850 and is tucked in the bends of the Genesee River. Alumni and faculty have won Nobel Prizes, Grammy Awards, Pulitzer Prizes, and more. The school has an 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 90% first year retention rate, and 89% six year graduation rate. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,311 0.0% Acceptance Rate 41.9% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $40,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,333
96	Crown College	Golf	2299.58	22.78	970 – 1,150	27332	39003	#96 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Crown College Saint Bonifacius, MN Located in Saint Bonifacius, Crown College’s acceptance rate is 23%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students attending Crown College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,300 0.0% Acceptance Rate 22.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $27,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,003
97	Lycoming College	Wrestling	2286.6	77.02	1,050 – 1,250	20492	43713	#97 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $43,470 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 68% first year retention rate, and 47% 4-year graduation rate. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,287 16.6% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
98	Wesleyan University	Softball	2271.65	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#98 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,272 8.0% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
99	North Central College	Softball	2248.68	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#99 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,249 32.6% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
100	Cornell College	Wrestling	2242.69	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#100 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,243 5.0% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
101	Bates College	Squash	2232.52	14.83	1,340 – 1,510	24723	59202	#101 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 92% first year retention rate, 79% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,233 0.0% Acceptance Rate 14.8% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
102	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	Tennis	2222.93	95.98	970 – 1,180	12709	47909	#102 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI The University of Wisconsin, Whitewater offers 89 programs and majors, but many choose to study Business/Commerce, General. During the last admission cycle, the school received 12,000 applications and accepted 12,000. 110 acres of the 400 acre-campus makes up the Nature Preserve with woodlands, prairie, and wetlands. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,223 210.4% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,909
103	Washington University in St Louis	Soccer	2220.17	11.92	1,480 – 1,550	22408	78073	#103 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,970. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,220 5.1% Acceptance Rate 11.9% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
104	Pacific Lutheran University	Softball	2201.2	86.6	1,050 – 1,270	22299	52212	#104 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA Pacific Lutheran University’s motto is “Education for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership, and Care.” Many students study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school opened in 1894, where tuition was $1 per week....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,201 15.6% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,212
105	Carnegie Mellon University	Football	2186.6	11.07	1,500 – 1,580	35552	105360	#105 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA Some popular majors at Carnegie Mellon University include Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Computer Science. A merger in 1900 between Carnegie Institute of Technology and the Mellon Institute of Industrial Research created the school we know today....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,187 1,832.5% Acceptance Rate 11.1% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $35,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,360
106	Carthage College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	2184.65	84.45	1,040 – 1,210	27066	46116	#106 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carthage College Kenosha, WI Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,185 166.0% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
107	North Central College	Lacrosse	2180.55	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#107 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,181 52.2% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
108	Salve Regina University	Baseball	2156.08	66.23	1,180 – 1,340	38307	55027	#108 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,156 289.3% Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $38,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
109	SUNY Maritime College	Volleyball	2140.15	78.5	1,050 – 1,280	20312	83439	#109 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football SUNY Maritime College Throggs Neck, NY SUNY Maritime College, founded in 1847, is located about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. Students at SUNY Maritime College can "Chart Your Own Course," which means they can choose from one of two different experiences—the Traditional Lifestyle (a more traditional campus experience) or the Regiment Lifestyle (preparing cadets......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,140 23.6% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,312 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
110	Wesleyan University	Football	2104.76	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#110 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,105 12.7% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
111	Bowdoin College	Soccer	2095.07	6.81	1,460 – 1,550	22228	61692	#111 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,095 0.8% Acceptance Rate 6.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
112	Maryville College	Golf	2090.2	68.85	1,040 – 1,240	21469	39305	#112 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Maryville College Maryville, TN Located in Maryville, Maryville College accepts 69% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Maryville College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,090 343.2% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,305
113	Lycoming College	Baseball	2033.22	77.02	1,050 – 1,250	20492	43713	#113 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $43,470 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 68% first year retention rate, and 47% 4-year graduation rate. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,033 12.8% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
114	Bowdoin College	Sailing	2023.55	6.81	1,460 – 1,550	22228	61692	#114 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,024 12.3% Acceptance Rate 6.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
115	Greenville University	Baseball	2016.98	97.66	820 – 1,260	20799	40307	#115 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Greenville University Greenville, IL Based in Greenville, Greenville University’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,017 14,410.6% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 820 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $20,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,307
116	North Central College	Volleyball	2008.81	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#116 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,009 18.9% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
117	Anderson University	Tennis	1984.13	54.91	1,110 – 1,310	24434	42073	#117 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Anderson University Anderson, SC A member of the South Atlantic Conference, Anderson University added a football team, starting in the 2024 season. Other popular sports include Baseball, Lacrosse, and Soccer....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,984 Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $24,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,073
118	Marietta College	Rowing	1972.18	78.2	970 – 1,210	22007	51252	#118 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Marietta College Marietta, OH Marietta College’s earliest roots date back to 1797, when it was first known as Muskingum Academy. 100% of students receive grant aid, averaging $31,554 each. The 480 student-athletes, called Pioneers, wear navy blue and white while completing in the Ohio Athletic Conference. Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,972 1.2% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,252
119	Bates College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	1968.44	14.83	1,340 – 1,510	24723	59202	#119 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 92% first year retention rate, 79% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,968 553.3% Acceptance Rate 14.8% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
120	Cornell College	Basketball	1966.55	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#120 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,967 25.9% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
121	Benedictine University	Softball	1963.66	95.76	1,010 – 1,240	23139	50222	#121 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Benedictine University Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, Benedictine University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,964 2,520.7% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
122	Bates College	Skiing	1963.05	14.83	1,340 – 1,510	24723	59202	#122 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 92% first year retention rate, 79% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Skiing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,963 1,032.3% Acceptance Rate 14.8% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
123	Benedictine University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	1939	95.76	1,010 – 1,240	23139	50222	#123 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Benedictine University Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, Benedictine University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,939 20.9% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
124	University of Redlands	Tennis	1935.65	82.72	1,130 – 1,340	28482	61686	#124 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Redlands Redlands, CA 79% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 64% go on to graduate within six years. There are 65 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,936 50.5% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
125	Rowan University	Lacrosse	1924.42	76.54	1,100 – 1,310	23761	50705	#125 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and around 52% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,924 58.1% Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
126	Carthage College	Softball	1878.17	84.45	1,040 – 1,210	27066	46116	#126 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carthage College Kenosha, WI Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,878 186.9% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
127	Linfield University	Soccer	1871.33	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#127 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Elementary Education and Teaching is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,871 110.0% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
128	Montclair State University	Diving	1865	89.4	850 – 1,160	17669	47944	#128 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Montclair State University Montclair, NJ Found in Montclair, Montclair State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 59% of students attending Montclair State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Diving Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,865 232.2% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
129	Dickinson College	Softball	1833.25	41.49	1,340 – 1,440	38483	57110	#129 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 41% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 96% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,833 16.9% Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $38,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
130	Pacific Lutheran University	Basketball	1820.27	86.6	1,050 – 1,270	22299	52212	#130 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA Pacific Lutheran University’s motto is “Education for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership, and Care.” Many students study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school opened in 1894, where tuition was $1 per week....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,820 6.5% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,212
131	Union College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	1797.55	43.42	1,330 – 1,480	42137	63219	#131 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 89%, and 66% will graduate within four years. 80% graduate in six. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,798 Acceptance Rate 43.4% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,137 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
132	Berry College	Baseball	1790.74	73.15	1,120 – 1,320	25363	45014	#132 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Berry College Mount Berry, GA Located in Mount Berry, Berry College accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Berry College, there is a 85% first year retention rate and around 65%......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,791 8.8% Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,014
133	The College of Wooster	Softball	1787.89	64.38	1,260 – 1,440	28004	43895	#133 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Wooster Wooster, OH Located in Wooster, The College of Wooster accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending The College of Wooster currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,788 259.4% Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $28,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,895
134	Moravian University	Baseball	1770.29	73.66	1,010 – 1,240	31743	53471	#134 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,770 5.4% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
135	Albion College	Equestrian	1751.1	74.37	950 – 1,180	16719	48203	#135 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Albion College Albion, MI Albion College’s motto is “Lux Fiat,” or “Let there be Light.” The campus is home to the Whitehouse Nature Center that has six miles of trails, over 160 bird species, 400 plant species, and more. Many undergraduates major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,751 6,078.9% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,203
136	Bowdoin College	Field Hockey	1704.95	6.81	1,460 – 1,550	22228	61692	#136 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,705 62.0% Acceptance Rate 6.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
137	Otterbein University	Basketball	1687.02	83.88	950 – 1,340	20457	44539	#137 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Otterbein University Westerville, OH Otterbein University is a private institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. It was founded by the Church of United Brethren in Christ in 1947, but today it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,687 145.1% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $20,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,539
138	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	Wrestling	1683.6	79.97	1,120 – 1,290	14712	49626	#138 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 37% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,684 170.6% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
139	Dickinson College	Golf	1681.17	41.49	1,340 – 1,440	38483	57110	#139 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 41% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 96% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,681 4.0% Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $38,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
140	Linfield University	Wrestling	1676	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#140 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Elementary Education and Teaching is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,676 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
141	Franklin College	Basketball	1660.95	72.54	1,090 – 1,290	24189	45635	#141 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 73%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,661 89.7% Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,189 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
142	Washington University in St Louis	Basketball	1654.51	11.92	1,480 – 1,550	22408	78073	#142 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,970. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,655 70.6% Acceptance Rate 11.9% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
143	Bluffton University	Baseball	1642.5	67.23	890 – 1,120	20429	41940	#143 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Located in Bluffton, Bluffton University accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,643 505.0% Acceptance Rate 67.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $20,429 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
144	Wisconsin Lutheran College	Basketball	1639.87	78.16	1,130 – 1,340	24095	49095	#144 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wisconsin Lutheran College Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Lutheran College’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Wisconsin Lutheran College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,640 112.6% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,095 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,095
145	Utica University	Gymnastics	1633.91	91.87	1,120 – 1,310	20295	57422	#145 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,634 1,115.3% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
146	Elmhurst University	Baseball	1633.61	75.01	1,000 – 1,270	24629	52803	#146 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,634 0.0% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $24,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
147	University of Redlands	Golf	1631.13	82.72	1,130 – 1,340	28482	61686	#147 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Redlands Redlands, CA 79% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 64% go on to graduate within six years. There are 65 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,631 70.0% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
148	Whitworth University	Basketball	1626.97	89.78	1,090 – 1,340	27605	49510	#148 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Biological and Physical Sciences, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 78% of students return after completing their first year, and 70% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,627 53.0% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
149	Trinity University	Tennis	1625.5	24.88	1,340 – 1,490	32224	55224	#149 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Trinity University San Antonio, TX Trinity University is a private school affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. A whopping 100% of students receive institutional grants to help lower the cost of attendance, averaging $33,514 each. The school has produced entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, actresses, politicians, and more. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,626 34.9% Acceptance Rate 24.9% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $32,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,224
150	Western New England University	Basketball	1624.06	83.48	1,090 – 1,310	27056	51771	#150 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Western New England University Springfield, MA Based in Springfield, Western New England University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 97% of students attending Western New England University will receive institutional grant aid. They receive $30,597 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,624 28.0% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,771
151	Massachusetts Maritime Academy	Baseball	1621.64	92.02	1,040 – 1,200	13546	80424	#151 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Massachusetts Maritime Academy Buzzards Bay, MA The second oldest state maritime academy in the country, the Massachusetts Maritime Academy was founded in 1891. Its motto is “Discipline, Knowledge, Leadership.” Students train on the USTS Kennedy and select one of the 7 programs. Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering is the most popular. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,622 182.6% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $13,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,424
152	Bluffton University	Golf	1615	67.23	890 – 1,120	20429	41940	#152 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Located in Bluffton, Bluffton University accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,615 494.8% Acceptance Rate 67.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $20,429 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
153	Huntingdon College	Baseball	1610.83	69.2	1,040 – 1,220	23055	42147	#153 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Huntingdon College Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Huntingdon College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students attending Huntingdon College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,611 3.2% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,147
154	Bluffton University	Softball	1607.63	67.23	890 – 1,120	20429	41940	#154 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Located in Bluffton, Bluffton University accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,608 492.1% Acceptance Rate 67.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $20,429 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
155	Carroll University	Basketball	1604.63	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	27031	54456	#155 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,605 7.0% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
156	Franklin and Marshall College	Swimming	1598.7	31.63	1,310 – 1,480	43987	62544	#156 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Franklin and Marshall College accepts 32% of applicants. They request $62 for undergraduate applications and . About 80% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,599 1,944.2% Acceptance Rate 31.6% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $43,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,544
157	Eastern University	Basketball	1592.09	91.01	1,020 – 1,190	27422	41580	#157 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Eastern University Saint Davids, PA Found in Saint Davids, Eastern University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,592 136.3% Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
158	University of Dubuque	Volleyball	1587.52	87.31	950 – 1,200	26067	44960	#158 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,588 18.7% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $26,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
159	The College of Saint Scholastica	Softball	1585.52	92.98	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#159 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 17% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,586 66.8% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
160	Pacific Lutheran University	Golf	1579.17	86.6	1,050 – 1,270	22299	52212	#160 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA Pacific Lutheran University’s motto is “Education for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership, and Care.” Many students study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school opened in 1894, where tuition was $1 per week....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,579 14.2% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,212
161	The College of Wooster	Lacrosse	1576.46	64.38	1,260 – 1,440	28004	43895	#161 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Wooster Wooster, OH Located in Wooster, The College of Wooster accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending The College of Wooster currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,576 89.7% Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $28,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,895
162	Bates College	Field Hockey	1566.25	14.83	1,340 – 1,510	24723	59202	#162 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 92% first year retention rate, 79% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,566 115.7% Acceptance Rate 14.8% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
163	The College of Wooster	Basketball	1556.82	64.38	1,260 – 1,440	28004	43895	#163 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Wooster Wooster, OH Located in Wooster, The College of Wooster accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending The College of Wooster currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,557 22.9% Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $28,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,895
164	Hope College	Basketball	1553.95	87.12	1,100 – 1,340	30700	49727	#164 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Hope College Holland, MI Student athletes at Hope College are known as the Flying Dutchmen and wear orange and blue. Some popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Hope has a cozy 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 77% six year graduation rate. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,554 286.9% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,700 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,727
165	Rowan University	Soccer	1519.37	76.54	1,100 – 1,310	23761	50705	#165 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and around 52% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,519 11.9% Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
166	Eastern University	Soccer	1515.22	91.01	1,020 – 1,190	27422	41580	#166 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Eastern University Saint Davids, PA Found in Saint Davids, Eastern University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,515 63.5% Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
167	Bates College	Baseball	1502.97	14.83	1,340 – 1,510	24723	59202	#167 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 92% first year retention rate, 79% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,503 229.6% Acceptance Rate 14.8% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
168	Washington and Lee University	Equestrian	1497.67	13.54	1,450 – 1,520	23055	76516	#168 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA Originally known as the Augusta Academy and established in 1749, it would later be named after George Washington and Robert E. Lee, the latter of which was the president of the school for five years....Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,498 0.0% Acceptance Rate 13.5% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $23,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,516
169	Rowan University	Basketball	1491.91	76.54	1,100 – 1,310	23761	50705	#169 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and around 52% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,492 341.1% Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
170	North Central College	Tennis	1491.4	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#170 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,491 8.9% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
171	Cornell College	Softball	1487.79	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#171 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,488 13.9% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
172	Pacific Lutheran University	Baseball	1475.73	86.6	1,050 – 1,270	22299	52212	#172 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA Pacific Lutheran University’s motto is “Education for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership, and Care.” Many students study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school opened in 1894, where tuition was $1 per week....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,476 9.0% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,212
173	Eastern University	Football	1469.4	91.01	1,020 – 1,190	27422	41580	#173 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Eastern University Saint Davids, PA Found in Saint Davids, Eastern University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,469 9.8% Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
174	Lycoming College	Basketball	1453.53	77.02	1,050 – 1,250	20492	43713	#174 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $43,470 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 68% first year retention rate, and 47% 4-year graduation rate. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,454 42.0% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
175	Carroll University	Golf	1444.44	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	27031	54456	#175 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,444 1,864.2% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
176	Moravian University	Softball	1440.55	73.66	1,010 – 1,240	31743	53471	#176 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,441 42.1% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
177	Dickinson College	Baseball	1436.87	41.49	1,340 – 1,440	38483	57110	#177 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 41% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 96% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,437 74.4% Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $38,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
178	The Catholic University of America	Rowing	1434.34	73.28	1,110 – 1,360	32705	63217	#178 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The Catholic University of America Washington, DC The Catholic University of America is a Doctoral/Research Universities—Extensive school, founded in 1887. The 193-acre campus is lined by trees, featuring Romanesque and modern buildings. 673 student-athletes (known as the Cardinals) participate in Basketball, Football, and Lacrosse, among others. Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,434 59.6% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $32,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,217
179	University of New England	Volleyball	1429.92	92.03	1,050 – 1,240	40003	48957	#179 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of New England Biddeford, ME Founded in 1939 as College Séraphique, The University of New England underwent several name changes before receiving its current moniker in 1996. The school has two campuses, one in Maine and one in Tangier, Morocco. UNE is also the largest private university in the state and the five schools offer 52 majors and programs. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,430 217.2% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $40,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,957
180	Linfield University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	1428	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#180 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Elementary Education and Teaching is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,428 11.6% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
181	Huntingdon College	Softball	1427.17	69.2	1,040 – 1,220	23055	42147	#181 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Huntingdon College Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Huntingdon College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students attending Huntingdon College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,427 5,752.2% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,147
182	Plymouth State University	Tennis	1422.2	97.73	880 – 1,080	20183	46466	#182 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Plymouth State University Plymouth, NH Found in Plymouth, Plymouth State University accepts 98% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Plymouth State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Plymouth State University, there is a 72% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,422 70.5% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,466
183	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	Wrestling	1422	38.5	1,110 – 1,310	15151	50011	#183 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Based in Eau Claire, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire’s acceptance rate is 38%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $2,149 on average. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,422 397.8% Acceptance Rate 38.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
184	Hardin-Simmons University	Volleyball	1405.7	86.2	1,010 – 1,210	19811	44392	#184 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,406 225.4% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
185	Texas Lutheran University	Cross Country	1400.32	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	25119	48125	#185 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,400 787.9% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $25,119 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
186	Moravian University	Tennis	1397.85	73.66	1,010 – 1,240	31743	53471	#186 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,398 148.5% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
187	Washington University in St Louis	Golf	1395.8	11.92	1,480 – 1,550	22408	78073	#187 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,970. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,396 51.4% Acceptance Rate 11.9% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
188	Rowan University	Volleyball	1392.5	76.54	1,100 – 1,310	23761	50705	#188 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and around 52% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,393 49.6% Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
189	Bates College	Soccer	1387.63	14.83	1,340 – 1,510	24723	59202	#189 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 92% first year retention rate, 79% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,388 655.1% Acceptance Rate 14.8% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
190	Crown College	Volleyball	1377.32	22.78	970 – 1,150	27332	39003	#190 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Crown College Saint Bonifacius, MN Located in Saint Bonifacius, Crown College’s acceptance rate is 23%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students attending Crown College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,377 0.0% Acceptance Rate 22.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $27,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,003
191	Tufts University	Sailing	1376.09	10.82	1,460 – 1,540	32367	68337	#191 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Tufts University Medford, MA Opened in 1852 as Tufts College, Tufts University is a small liberal arts school. It became a doctoral/research university in the 1970s. The university offers over 70 undergraduate major programs. Computer Science, International Relations and Affairs, and Dentistry are popular areas of study. Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,376 0.0% Acceptance Rate 10.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $32,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,337
192	University of Dubuque	Basketball	1370.79	87.31	950 – 1,200	26067	44960	#192 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,371 87.7% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $26,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
193	Rowan University	Baseball	1368.56	76.54	1,100 – 1,310	23761	50705	#193 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and around 52% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,369 7.4% Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
194	Washington University in St Louis	Tennis	1363.07	11.92	1,480 – 1,550	22408	78073	#194 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,970. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,363 14.6% Acceptance Rate 11.9% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
195	Wesleyan University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	1359.8	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#195 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,360 29.9% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
196	Crown College	Football	1349.76	22.78	970 – 1,150	27332	39003	#196 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Crown College Saint Bonifacius, MN Located in Saint Bonifacius, Crown College’s acceptance rate is 23%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students attending Crown College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,350 0.0% Acceptance Rate 22.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $27,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,003
197	Lycoming College	Softball	1348.6	77.02	1,050 – 1,250	20492	43713	#197 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $43,470 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 68% first year retention rate, and 47% 4-year graduation rate. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,349 20.5% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
198	Carthage College	Football	1345.67	84.45	1,040 – 1,210	27066	46116	#198 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carthage College Kenosha, WI Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,346 914.5% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
199	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Basketball	1339.19	80.9	1,290 – 1,480	45406	85935	#199 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,339 63.9% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $45,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
200	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth	Ice Hockey	1338.29	89.16	960 – 1,270	21094	51475	#200 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth North Dartmouth, MA Found in North Dartmouth, the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accepts 89% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,338 4.8% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,475
201	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College	Bowling	1337.71	95.94	1,140 – 1,350	23764	55620	#201 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College Erie, PA Found in Erie, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College’s acceptance rate is 96%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 71% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,338 Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $23,764 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
202	Anderson University	Basketball	1337.62	79.34	910 – 1,160	25332	44396	#202 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 79%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 60% and 47% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,338 134.5% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $25,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
203	Franklin College	Golf	1336.17	72.54	1,090 – 1,290	24189	45635	#203 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 73%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,336 97.5% Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,189 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
204	Carthage College	Soccer	1335.87	84.45	1,040 – 1,210	27066	46116	#204 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carthage College Kenosha, WI Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,336 279.6% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
205	Bluffton University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	1328.88	67.23	890 – 1,120	20429	41940	#205 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Located in Bluffton, Bluffton University accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,329 162.2% Acceptance Rate 67.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $20,429 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
206	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Cross Country	1327.45	34.24	1,110 – 1,320	4101	96770	#206 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,370 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,327 61.0% Acceptance Rate 34.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $4,101 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
207	Moravian University	Swimming	1322.75	73.66	1,010 – 1,240	31743	53471	#207 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,323 670.6% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
208	Guilford College	Tennis	1322.07	80	1,000 – 1,200	22270	40401	#208 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Guilford College Greensboro, NC Located in Greensboro, Guilford College accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Guilford College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,322 387.7% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,401
209	Whitworth University	Baseball	1320.95	89.78	1,090 – 1,340	27605	49510	#209 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Biological and Physical Sciences, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 78% of students return after completing their first year, and 70% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,321 1,331.0% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
210	Bowdoin College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	1318.48	6.81	1,460 – 1,550	22228	61692	#210 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,318 47.8% Acceptance Rate 6.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
211	Eastern University	Softball	1316.04	91.01	1,020 – 1,190	27422	41580	#211 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Eastern University Saint Davids, PA Found in Saint Davids, Eastern University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,316 4.2% Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
212	The College of Wooster	Swimming and Diving (combined)	1312.8	64.38	1,260 – 1,440	28004	43895	#212 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Wooster Wooster, OH Located in Wooster, The College of Wooster accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending The College of Wooster currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,313 144.6% Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $28,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,895
213	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	Football	1310.11	86.51	970 – 1,210	12500	50140	#213 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 87% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 29% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 69% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,310 33.0% Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
214	North Central College	Wrestling	1302.94	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#214 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,303 6.7% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
215	Anderson University	Volleyball	1299.78	54.91	1,110 – 1,310	24434	42073	#215 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Anderson University Anderson, SC A member of the South Atlantic Conference, Anderson University added a football team, starting in the 2024 season. Other popular sports include Baseball, Lacrosse, and Soccer....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,300 Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $24,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,073
216	Otterbein University	Volleyball	1290.42	83.88	950 – 1,340	20457	44539	#216 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Otterbein University Westerville, OH Otterbein University is a private institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. It was founded by the Church of United Brethren in Christ in 1947, but today it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,290 1,338.4% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $20,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,539
217	Guilford College	Golf	1279.2	80	1,000 – 1,200	22270	40401	#217 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Guilford College Greensboro, NC Located in Greensboro, Guilford College accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Guilford College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,279 31.9% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,401
218	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	Volleyball	1276.05	89.38	1,080 – 1,310	16266	54825	#218 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Platteville is one of the 13 main campuses that make up the public University of Wisconsin system. It received its current moniker in 1971 but the institution dates back to the 1866 Platteville Normal School. The Pioneers compete in the NCAA Division III with football Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,276 7.7% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $16,266 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
219	Union College	Basketball	1275.52	43.42	1,330 – 1,480	42137	63219	#219 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 89%, and 66% will graduate within four years. 80% graduate in six. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,276 155.7% Acceptance Rate 43.4% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,137 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
220	Carroll University	Football	1274.37	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	27031	54456	#220 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,274 167.0% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
221	Tufts University	Football	1272.53	10.82	1,460 – 1,540	32367	68337	#221 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Tufts University Medford, MA Opened in 1852 as Tufts College, Tufts University is a small liberal arts school. It became a doctoral/research university in the 1970s. The university offers over 70 undergraduate major programs. Computer Science, International Relations and Affairs, and Dentistry are popular areas of study. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,273 0.0% Acceptance Rate 10.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $32,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,337
222	Montclair State University	Swimming	1267.26	89.4	850 – 1,160	17669	47944	#222 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Montclair State University Montclair, NJ Found in Montclair, Montclair State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 59% of students attending Montclair State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,267 407.0% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
223	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth	Tennis	1265.67	89.16	960 – 1,270	21094	51475	#223 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth North Dartmouth, MA Found in North Dartmouth, the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accepts 89% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,266 44.5% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,475
224	Tufts University	Basketball	1264.38	10.82	1,460 – 1,540	32367	68337	#224 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Tufts University Medford, MA Opened in 1852 as Tufts College, Tufts University is a small liberal arts school. It became a doctoral/research university in the 1970s. The university offers over 70 undergraduate major programs. Computer Science, International Relations and Affairs, and Dentistry are popular areas of study. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,264 0.0% Acceptance Rate 10.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $32,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,337
225	The College of Saint Scholastica	Volleyball	1262.42	92.98	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#225 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 17% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,262 103.6% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
226	Bowdoin College	Softball	1262.15	6.81	1,460 – 1,550	22228	61692	#226 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,262 19.6% Acceptance Rate 6.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
227	Plymouth State University	Volleyball	1251.43	97.73	880 – 1,080	20183	46466	#227 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Plymouth State University Plymouth, NH Found in Plymouth, Plymouth State University accepts 98% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Plymouth State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Plymouth State University, there is a 72% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,251 104.0% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,466
228	Hardin-Simmons University	Tennis	1246.67	86.2	1,010 – 1,210	19811	44392	#228 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,247 67.1% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
229	Alvernia University	Field Hockey	1243	58.06	1,100 – 1,290	28645	49938	#229 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Alvernia University Reading, PA Based in Reading, Alvernia University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,243 43.3% Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $28,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,938
230	Luther College	Tennis	1226.38	83.98	1,100 – 1,370	24511	49541	#230 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,226 318.9% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
231	The College of Saint Scholastica	Basketball	1217.66	92.98	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#231 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 17% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,218 48.9% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
232	George Fox University	Volleyball	1214.56	92.82	1,010 – 1,360	32171	53568	#232 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 84% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,215 25.0% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $32,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
233	Bowdoin College	Skiing	1206.83	6.81	1,460 – 1,550	22228	61692	#233 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Skiing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,207 21.9% Acceptance Rate 6.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
234	The College of Saint Scholastica	Baseball	1202	92.98	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#234 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 17% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,202 41.4% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
235	Cornell College	Baseball	1198.14	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#235 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,198 76.5% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
236	University of New England	Other Sports	1196.64	92.03	1,050 – 1,240	40003	48957	#236 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of New England Biddeford, ME Founded in 1939 as College Séraphique, The University of New England underwent several name changes before receiving its current moniker in 1996. The school has two campuses, one in Maine and one in Tangier, Morocco. UNE is also the largest private university in the state and the five schools offer 52 majors and programs. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,197 85.7% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $40,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,957
237	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Lacrosse	1189.77	67.25	1,380 – 1,520	38887	83054	#237 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,190 47.8% Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $38,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
238	Carnegie Mellon University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	1176.42	11.07	1,500 – 1,580	35552	105360	#238 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA Some popular majors at Carnegie Mellon University include Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Computer Science. A merger in 1900 between Carnegie Institute of Technology and the Mellon Institute of Industrial Research created the school we know today....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,176 3,315.9% Acceptance Rate 11.1% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $35,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,360
239	Husson University	Basketball	1170.73	81.43	1,070 – 1,280	21005	41554	#239 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Husson University Bangor, ME Husson University opened as a branch of Shaw Business College in 1898. It was Husson College by 1947, and became a university in 2008. Popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,171 0.0% Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,554
240	Moravian University	Golf	1170.29	73.66	1,010 – 1,240	31743	53471	#240 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,170 36.6% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
241	Salve Regina University	Basketball	1169.09	66.23	1,180 – 1,340	38307	55027	#241 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,169 5.1% Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $38,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
242	Salve Regina University	Softball	1165.85	66.23	1,180 – 1,340	38307	55027	#242 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,166 238.5% Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $38,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
243	Bates College	Tennis	1160.52	14.83	1,340 – 1,510	24723	59202	#243 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 92% first year retention rate, 79% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,161 649.6% Acceptance Rate 14.8% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
244	Carroll University	Baseball	1147.17	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	27031	54456	#244 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,147 64.8% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
245	University of Redlands	Baseball	1136.65	82.72	1,130 – 1,340	28482	61686	#245 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Redlands Redlands, CA 79% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 64% go on to graduate within six years. There are 65 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,137 796.1% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
246	Tufts University	Softball	1133	10.82	1,460 – 1,540	32367	68337	#246 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Tufts University Medford, MA Opened in 1852 as Tufts College, Tufts University is a small liberal arts school. It became a doctoral/research university in the 1970s. The university offers over 70 undergraduate major programs. Computer Science, International Relations and Affairs, and Dentistry are popular areas of study. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,133 0.0% Acceptance Rate 10.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $32,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,337
247	Washington and Lee University	Basketball	1128.74	13.54	1,450 – 1,520	23055	76516	#247 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA Originally known as the Augusta Academy and established in 1749, it would later be named after George Washington and Robert E. Lee, the latter of which was the president of the school for five years....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,129 200.0% Acceptance Rate 13.5% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $23,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,516
248	Anderson University	Golf	1122.24	54.91	1,110 – 1,310	24434	42073	#248 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Anderson University Anderson, SC A member of the South Atlantic Conference, Anderson University added a football team, starting in the 2024 season. Other popular sports include Baseball, Lacrosse, and Soccer....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,122 Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $24,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,073
249	Bates College	Lacrosse	1122.22	14.83	1,340 – 1,510	24723	59202	#249 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 92% first year retention rate, 79% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,122 627.4% Acceptance Rate 14.8% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
250	Bethany College	Cross Country	1117.33	58.79	930 – 1,190	19035	37124	#250 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bethany College Bethany, WV Located in Bethany, Bethany College accepts 59% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Bethany College currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $24,990 on average. 54% of students continued studying at Bethany College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,117 Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,035 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
251	Linfield University	Tennis	1115.47	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#251 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Elementary Education and Teaching is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,115 136.8% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
252	Utica University	Wrestling	1113.09	91.87	1,120 – 1,310	20295	57422	#252 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,113 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
253	Hilbert College	Ice Hockey	1108.64	97.24	980 – 1,180	22157	45369	#253 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 97% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 64% of students continued their studies at Hilbert College after......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,109 78.6% Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
254	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	Football	1099.75	79.97	1,120 – 1,290	14712	49626	#254 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 37% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,100 23.8% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
255	Moravian University	Lacrosse	1085.24	73.66	1,010 – 1,240	31743	53471	#255 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,085 6.5% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
256	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	Soccer	1078.04	89.38	1,080 – 1,310	16266	54825	#256 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Platteville is one of the 13 main campuses that make up the public University of Wisconsin system. It received its current moniker in 1971 but the institution dates back to the 1866 Platteville Normal School. The Pioneers compete in the NCAA Division III with football Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,078 30.9% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $16,266 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
257	Moravian University	Football	1066.15	73.66	1,010 – 1,240	31743	53471	#257 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,066 47.5% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
258	St Olaf College	Swimming	1066.1	43.38	1,310 – 1,440	26756	48373	#258 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 44 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,066 17.5% Acceptance Rate 43.4% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $26,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
259	Rowan University	Swimming	1062.83	76.54	1,100 – 1,310	23761	50705	#259 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and around 52% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,063 505.7% Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
260	Stevenson University	Lacrosse	1054.9	80.06	1,010 – 1,190	27162	54574	#260 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Stevenson University Owings Mills, MD Based in Owings Mills, Stevenson University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Stevenson University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 81% of......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,055 269.0% Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,574
261	Worcester State University	Softball	1049.78	87.99	970 – 1,210	12778	50233	#261 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Worcester State University Worcester, MA Based in Worcester, Worcester State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 76% of students continued studying at Worcester State University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,050 1,498.6% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,233
262	Guilford College	Softball	1047.28	80	1,000 – 1,200	22270	40401	#262 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Guilford College Greensboro, NC Located in Greensboro, Guilford College accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Guilford College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,047 0.0% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,401
263	Berry College	Swimming	1045.43	73.15	1,120 – 1,320	25363	45014	#263 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Berry College Mount Berry, GA Located in Mount Berry, Berry College accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Berry College, there is a 85% first year retention rate and around 65%......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,045 Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,014
264	Alvernia University	Volleyball	1043.78	58.06	1,100 – 1,290	28645	49938	#264 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Alvernia University Reading, PA Based in Reading, Alvernia University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,044 4.9% Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $28,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,938
265	Anderson University	Lacrosse	1043.68	54.91	1,110 – 1,310	24434	42073	#265 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Anderson University Anderson, SC A member of the South Atlantic Conference, Anderson University added a football team, starting in the 2024 season. Other popular sports include Baseball, Lacrosse, and Soccer....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,044 Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $24,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,073
266	University of La Verne	Baseball	1036.02	71.17	990 – 1,230	21530	53806	#266 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 71%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 64% first year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,036 21.0% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
267	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth	Cross Country	1032.89	89.16	960 – 1,270	21094	51475	#267 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth North Dartmouth, MA Found in North Dartmouth, the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accepts 89% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,033 11.4% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,475
268	Wesleyan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1031.17	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#268 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,031 12.9% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
269	Union College	Swimming	1027	43.42	1,330 – 1,480	42137	63219	#269 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 89%, and 66% will graduate within four years. 80% graduate in six. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,027 28,829.6% Acceptance Rate 43.4% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,137 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
270	Salve Regina University	Lacrosse	1022.94	66.23	1,180 – 1,340	38307	55027	#270 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,023 99.4% Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $38,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
271	Western New England University	Lacrosse	1020.64	83.48	1,090 – 1,310	27056	51771	#271 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Western New England University Springfield, MA Based in Springfield, Western New England University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 97% of students attending Western New England University will receive institutional grant aid. They receive $30,597 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,021 8.0% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,771
272	St. John Fisher University	Softball	1017.11	66.07	1,110 – 1,320	30540	61198	#272 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY St. John Fisher University accepts around 66% of applicants – 20% of which enroll. 100% of students receive grant aid, with an average of $24,530 per student. Many undergraduates declare their major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,017 38.3% Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,540 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
273	Utica University	Volleyball	1015.37	91.87	1,120 – 1,310	20295	57422	#273 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,015 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
274	Anderson University	Football	1014.59	54.91	1,110 – 1,310	24434	42073	#274 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Anderson University Anderson, SC A member of the South Atlantic Conference, Anderson University added a football team, starting in the 2024 season. Other popular sports include Baseball, Lacrosse, and Soccer....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,015 Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $24,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,073
275	Otterbein University	Golf	1008.74	83.88	950 – 1,340	20457	44539	#275 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Otterbein University Westerville, OH Otterbein University is a private institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. It was founded by the Church of United Brethren in Christ in 1947, but today it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,009 285.5% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $20,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,539
276	Berry College	Equestrian	1007.4	73.15	1,120 – 1,320	25363	45014	#276 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Berry College Mount Berry, GA Located in Mount Berry, Berry College accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Berry College, there is a 85% first year retention rate and around 65%......Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,007 6.6% Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,014
277	Muhlenberg College	Wrestling	1004.52	71.99	1,280 – 1,430	34739	53265	#277 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Muhlenberg College Allentown, PA In addition to an 82-acre campus, Muhlenberg College also maintains nearby 60-acre Graver Arboretum and 40-acre Raker Wildlife Preserve. Most of their programs focus on liberal arts and pre-professional education – Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General is a popular area of study....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,005 161.7% Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $34,739 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,265
278	Widener University	Volleyball	1002.24	70.93	1,070 – 1,290	26778	63375	#278 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Widener University Chester, PA Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,002 33.3% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $26,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,375
279	Cornell College	Tennis	1001.5	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#279 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,002 35.4% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
280	North Central College	Basketball	997.95	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#280 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $998 64.9% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
281	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Swimming and Diving (combined)	997.24	67.25	1,380 – 1,520	38887	83054	#281 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $997 22.5% Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $38,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
282	Utica University	Softball	988.71	91.87	1,120 – 1,310	20295	57422	#282 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $989 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
283	Alvernia University	Golf	985.71	58.06	1,100 – 1,290	28645	49938	#283 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Alvernia University Reading, PA Based in Reading, Alvernia University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $986 25.0% Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $28,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,938
284	Washington University in St Louis	Baseball	980.94	11.92	1,480 – 1,550	22408	78073	#284 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,970. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $981 36.5% Acceptance Rate 11.9% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
285	Franklin College	Volleyball	972.74	72.54	1,090 – 1,290	24189	45635	#285 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 73%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $973 1.0% Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,189 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
286	Rowan University	Field Hockey	971.14	76.54	1,100 – 1,310	23761	50705	#286 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and around 52% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $971 22.0% Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
287	Lycoming College	Swimming	963.85	77.02	1,050 – 1,250	20492	43713	#287 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $43,470 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 68% first year retention rate, and 47% 4-year graduation rate. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $964 28.5% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
288	Otterbein University	Lacrosse	958.33	83.88	950 – 1,340	20457	44539	#288 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Otterbein University Westerville, OH Otterbein University is a private institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. It was founded by the Church of United Brethren in Christ in 1947, but today it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $958 313.5% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $20,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,539
289	Maryville College	Volleyball	945	68.85	1,040 – 1,240	21469	39305	#289 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Maryville College Maryville, TN Located in Maryville, Maryville College accepts 69% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Maryville College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $945 40.8% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,305
290	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College	Basketball	943.69	95.94	1,140 – 1,350	23764	55620	#290 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College Erie, PA Found in Erie, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College’s acceptance rate is 96%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 71% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $944 Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $23,764 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
291	Howard Payne University	Basketball	936.91	67.37	890 – 1,200	25750	38212	#291 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 67%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $937 463.2% Acceptance Rate 67.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,750 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
292	Howard Payne University	Football	932.21	67.37	890 – 1,200	25750	38212	#292 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 67%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $932 471.9% Acceptance Rate 67.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,750 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
293	Franklin and Marshall College	Squash	931.8	31.63	1,310 – 1,480	43987	62544	#293 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Franklin and Marshall College accepts 32% of applicants. They request $62 for undergraduate applications and . About 80% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $932 294.0% Acceptance Rate 31.6% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $43,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,544
294	Franklin College	Lacrosse	931.23	72.54	1,090 – 1,290	24189	45635	#294 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 73%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $931 278.2% Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,189 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
295	Pitzer College	Golf	929.35	26.85	1,190 – 1,370	34979	51784	#295 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 29% enrolled. 57% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 83% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $929 30.2% Acceptance Rate 26.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,979 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
296	Pomona College	Golf	929.35	7.14	1,460 – 1,550	19938	60850	#296 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 38 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Mathematics, and General. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $929 30.2% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $19,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
297	Plymouth State University	Swimming	926.73	97.73	880 – 1,080	20183	46466	#297 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Plymouth State University Plymouth, NH Found in Plymouth, Plymouth State University accepts 98% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Plymouth State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Plymouth State University, there is a 72% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $927 169.4% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,466
298	Bowdoin College	Squash	920.21	6.81	1,460 – 1,550	22228	61692	#298 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $920 76.6% Acceptance Rate 6.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
299	Widener University	Softball	920.12	70.93	1,070 – 1,290	26778	63375	#299 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Widener University Chester, PA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $920 8.4% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $26,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,375
300	Utica University	Basketball	918.81	91.87	1,120 – 1,310	20295	57422	#300 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $919 276.7% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
301	Berry College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	914.75	73.15	1,120 – 1,320	25363	45014	#301 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Berry College Mount Berry, GA Located in Mount Berry, Berry College accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Berry College, there is a 85% first year retention rate and around 65%......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $915 10.0% Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,014
302	Tufts University	Tennis	912.83	10.82	1,460 – 1,540	32367	68337	#302 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Tufts University Medford, MA Opened in 1852 as Tufts College, Tufts University is a small liberal arts school. It became a doctoral/research university in the 1970s. The university offers over 70 undergraduate major programs. Computer Science, International Relations and Affairs, and Dentistry are popular areas of study. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $913 0.0% Acceptance Rate 10.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $32,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,337
303	The Catholic University of America	Football	910.39	73.28	1,110 – 1,360	32705	63217	#303 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The Catholic University of America Washington, DC The Catholic University of America is a Doctoral/Research Universities—Extensive school, founded in 1887. The 193-acre campus is lined by trees, featuring Romanesque and modern buildings. 673 student-athletes (known as the Cardinals) participate in Basketball, Football, and Lacrosse, among others. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $910 290.0% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $32,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,217
304	Anderson University	Softball	908	79.34	910 – 1,160	25332	44396	#304 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 79%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 60% and 47% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $908 14.7% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $25,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
305	Widener University	Field Hockey	907.07	70.93	1,070 – 1,290	26778	63375	#305 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Widener University Chester, PA Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $907 24.9% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $26,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,375
306	Southwestern University	Soccer	906.45	43.48	1,160 – 1,370	32228	49249	#306 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Southwestern University Georgetown, TX A small liberal arts school, Southwestern University offers 98% of attending students institutional grants, $31,958 on average. With nearly 40 majors, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science are the most popular options. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $906 1.9% Acceptance Rate 43.5% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $32,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,249
307	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	Baseball	902.41	79.97	1,120 – 1,290	14712	49626	#307 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 37% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $902 29.2% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
308	Linfield University	Volleyball	898.52	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#308 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Elementary Education and Teaching is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $899 88.1% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
309	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Ice Hockey	891.75	67.25	1,380 – 1,520	38887	83054	#309 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $892 75.6% Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $38,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
310	Carthage College	Wrestling	889.12	84.45	1,040 – 1,210	27066	46116	#310 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carthage College Kenosha, WI Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $889 164.1% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
311	McDaniel College	Softball	880.83	78.17	1,060 – 1,250	24497	47879	#311 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football McDaniel College Westminster, MD McDaniel College, originally founded in 1867 as Western Maryland College, is a private liberal arts school. 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $40,721 on average. With a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 47 will graduate in 4 years....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $881 88.2% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,879
312	North Central College	Other Sports	878.44	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#312 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $878 54.2% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
313	Juniata College	Baseball	872.8	79.41	1,170 – 1,360	24580	48571	#313 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Juniata College Huntingdon, PA Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular major at Juniata College, but many students design their own programs. The school sits on 800 acres and boasts an 11 to 1 student to faculty ratio. Juniata also has an extensive study abroad program and it’s motto is “Veritas Liberat,” or “Truth Sets Free.” Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $873 53.7% Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,571
314	Trine University	Ice Hockey	870.76	85.48	1,050 – 1,270	25355	53010	#314 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Trine University Angola, IN Found in Angola, Trine University’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Trine University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and around 52% of students will earn......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $871 940.2% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $25,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,010
315	Carnegie Mellon University	Tennis	870.23	11.07	1,500 – 1,580	35552	105360	#315 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA Some popular majors at Carnegie Mellon University include Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Computer Science. A merger in 1900 between Carnegie Institute of Technology and the Mellon Institute of Industrial Research created the school we know today....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $870 341.0% Acceptance Rate 11.1% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $35,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,360
316	Lycoming College	Cross Country	864.9	77.02	1,050 – 1,250	20492	43713	#316 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $43,470 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 68% first year retention rate, and 47% 4-year graduation rate. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $865 24.8% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
317	Franklin and Marshall College	Football	862.81	31.63	1,310 – 1,480	43987	62544	#317 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Franklin and Marshall College accepts 32% of applicants. They request $62 for undergraduate applications and . About 80% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $863 1,527.8% Acceptance Rate 31.6% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $43,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,544
318	Manchester University	Wrestling	861.83	71.06	900 – 1,190	19425	43024	#318 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 71% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $862 145.5% Acceptance Rate 71.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
319	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth	Basketball	860.22	89.16	960 – 1,270	21094	51475	#319 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth North Dartmouth, MA Found in North Dartmouth, the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accepts 89% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $860 35.6% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,475
320	Simpson College	Volleyball	859.43	86.22	1,400 – 1,460	23282	49946	#320 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $37,896 on average. Attending students enjoy an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $859 15.3% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
321	Lycoming College	Football	855.17	77.02	1,050 – 1,250	20492	43713	#321 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $43,470 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 68% first year retention rate, and 47% 4-year graduation rate. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $855 25.8% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
322	Southwestern University	Football	853.95	43.48	1,160 – 1,370	32228	49249	#322 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Southwestern University Georgetown, TX A small liberal arts school, Southwestern University offers 98% of attending students institutional grants, $31,958 on average. With nearly 40 majors, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science are the most popular options. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $854 95.1% Acceptance Rate 43.5% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $32,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,249
323	University of New England	Ice Hockey	852.92	92.03	1,050 – 1,240	40003	48957	#323 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of New England Biddeford, ME Founded in 1939 as College Séraphique, The University of New England underwent several name changes before receiving its current moniker in 1996. The school has two campuses, one in Maine and one in Tangier, Morocco. UNE is also the largest private university in the state and the five schools offer 52 majors and programs. Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $853 9.6% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $40,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,957
324	George Fox University	Golf	840.29	92.82	1,010 – 1,360	32171	53568	#324 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 84% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $840 5,612.4% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $32,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
325	Bethany College	Softball	840	58.79	930 – 1,190	19035	37124	#325 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bethany College Bethany, WV Located in Bethany, Bethany College accepts 59% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Bethany College currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $24,990 on average. 54% of students continued studying at Bethany College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $840 28.7% Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,035 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
326	Moravian University	Volleyball	839.94	73.66	1,010 – 1,240	31743	53471	#326 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $840 0.7% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
327	University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point	Soccer	838.23	92.45	1,040 – 1,240	14883	43371	#327 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point, WI Found in Stevens Point, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $838 1,313.1% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,883 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,371
328	Husson University	Soccer	836.94	81.43	1,070 – 1,280	21005	41554	#328 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Husson University Bangor, ME Husson University opened as a branch of Shaw Business College in 1898. It was Husson College by 1947, and became a university in 2008. Popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $837 0.0% Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,554
329	Westfield State University	Softball	832.61	86.71	1,000 – 1,210	17406	46861	#329 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Westfield State University Westfield, MA Found in Westfield, Westfield State University accepts 87% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 80% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 42% of students will graduate......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $833 241.8% Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,861
330	Otterbein University	Soccer	830.76	83.88	950 – 1,340	20457	44539	#330 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Otterbein University Westerville, OH Otterbein University is a private institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. It was founded by the Church of United Brethren in Christ in 1947, but today it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $831 78.2% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $20,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,539
331	Trinity University	Baseball	829.13	24.88	1,340 – 1,490	32224	55224	#331 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Trinity University San Antonio, TX Trinity University is a private school affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. A whopping 100% of students receive institutional grants to help lower the cost of attendance, averaging $33,514 each. The school has produced entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, actresses, politicians, and more. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $829 0.0% Acceptance Rate 24.9% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $32,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,224
332	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth	Volleyball	826.08	89.16	960 – 1,270	21094	51475	#332 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth North Dartmouth, MA Found in North Dartmouth, the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accepts 89% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $826 168.0% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,475
333	The Catholic University of America	Golf	825.9	73.28	1,110 – 1,360	32705	63217	#333 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The Catholic University of America Washington, DC The Catholic University of America is a Doctoral/Research Universities—Extensive school, founded in 1887. The 193-acre campus is lined by trees, featuring Romanesque and modern buildings. 673 student-athletes (known as the Cardinals) participate in Basketball, Football, and Lacrosse, among others. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $826 149.0% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $32,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,217
334	Juniata College	Golf	822.95	79.41	1,170 – 1,360	24580	48571	#334 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Juniata College Huntingdon, PA Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular major at Juniata College, but many students design their own programs. The school sits on 800 acres and boasts an 11 to 1 student to faculty ratio. Juniata also has an extensive study abroad program and it’s motto is “Veritas Liberat,” or “Truth Sets Free.” Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $823 27.9% Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,571
335	The College of Saint Scholastica	Track and Field (Indoor)	816.82	92.98	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#335 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 17% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $817 9.5% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
336	The College of Saint Scholastica	Track and Field (Outdoor)	816.82	92.98	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#336 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 17% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $817 9.5% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
337	St. John Fisher University	Lacrosse	815.91	66.07	1,110 – 1,320	30540	61198	#337 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY St. John Fisher University accepts around 66% of applicants – 20% of which enroll. 100% of students receive grant aid, with an average of $24,530 per student. Many undergraduates declare their major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $816 17.6% Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,540 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
338	McDaniel College	Cross Country	814.65	78.17	1,060 – 1,250	24497	47879	#338 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football McDaniel College Westminster, MD McDaniel College, originally founded in 1867 as Western Maryland College, is a private liberal arts school. 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $40,721 on average. With a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 47 will graduate in 4 years....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $815 1.7% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,879
339	Knox College	Soccer	813.94	77.2	1,150 – 1,440	25709	37757	#339 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Knox College Galesburg, IL Knox College got its start as the Knox Manual Labor College when founded in 1837 by abolitionists – it would go on to play a role in the Underground Railroad. Students can earn up to Bachelor's degrees, and they follow a quarter academic calendar....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $814 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,757
340	Bethany College	Lacrosse	810.52	58.79	930 – 1,190	19035	37124	#340 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bethany College Bethany, WV Located in Bethany, Bethany College accepts 59% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Bethany College currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $24,990 on average. 54% of students continued studying at Bethany College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $811 121.6% Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,035 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
341	Juniata College	Volleyball	810.31	79.41	1,170 – 1,360	24580	48571	#341 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Juniata College Huntingdon, PA Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular major at Juniata College, but many students design their own programs. The school sits on 800 acres and boasts an 11 to 1 student to faculty ratio. Juniata also has an extensive study abroad program and it’s motto is “Veritas Liberat,” or “Truth Sets Free.” Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $810 40.0% Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,571
342	Lebanon Valley College	Basketball	809.21	80.8	1,190 – 1,330	27995	54021	#342 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Lebanon Valley College Annville, PA 100% of students attending Lebanon Valley College receive institutional grants averaging $34,994, and 84% will stay on after they complete their first year. Many opt to study Business Administration and Management, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, and Physical Therapy/Therapist....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $809 432.6% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,021
343	Bethany College	Baseball	808	58.79	930 – 1,190	19035	37124	#343 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bethany College Bethany, WV Located in Bethany, Bethany College accepts 59% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Bethany College currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $24,990 on average. 54% of students continued studying at Bethany College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $808 9.9% Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,035 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
344	Anderson University	Soccer	805.97	54.91	1,110 – 1,310	24434	42073	#344 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Anderson University Anderson, SC A member of the South Atlantic Conference, Anderson University added a football team, starting in the 2024 season. Other popular sports include Baseball, Lacrosse, and Soccer....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $806 Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $24,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,073
345	Widener University	Soccer	805.61	70.93	1,070 – 1,290	26778	63375	#345 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Widener University Chester, PA Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $806 37.9% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $26,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,375
346	Trine University	Basketball	804.87	85.48	1,050 – 1,270	25355	53010	#346 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Trine University Angola, IN Found in Angola, Trine University’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Trine University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and around 52% of students will earn......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $805 185.0% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $25,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,010
347	Albion College	Softball	803.74	74.37	950 – 1,180	16719	48203	#347 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Albion College Albion, MI Albion College’s motto is “Lux Fiat,” or “Let there be Light.” The campus is home to the Whitehouse Nature Center that has six miles of trails, over 160 bird species, 400 plant species, and more. Many undergraduates major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $804 10.6% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,203
348	Wilmington College	Baseball	801.87	92.4	890 – 1,150	26548	41889	#348 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wilmington College Wilmington, OH Located in Wilmington, Wilmington College accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Wilmington College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $802 42.6% Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $26,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,889
349	Albion College	Golf	795.67	74.37	950 – 1,180	16719	48203	#349 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Albion College Albion, MI Albion College’s motto is “Lux Fiat,” or “Let there be Light.” The campus is home to the Whitehouse Nature Center that has six miles of trails, over 160 bird species, 400 plant species, and more. Many undergraduates major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $796 131.2% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,203
350	Husson University	Baseball	795.32	81.43	1,070 – 1,280	21005	41554	#350 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Husson University Bangor, ME Husson University opened as a branch of Shaw Business College in 1898. It was Husson College by 1947, and became a university in 2008. Popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $795 0.0% Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,554
351	Washington and Lee University	Wrestling	795.29	13.54	1,450 – 1,520	23055	76516	#351 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA Originally known as the Augusta Academy and established in 1749, it would later be named after George Washington and Robert E. Lee, the latter of which was the president of the school for five years....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $795 133.7% Acceptance Rate 13.5% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $23,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,516
352	St. John Fisher University	Volleyball	789.4	66.07	1,110 – 1,320	30540	61198	#352 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY St. John Fisher University accepts around 66% of applicants – 20% of which enroll. 100% of students receive grant aid, with an average of $24,530 per student. Many undergraduates declare their major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $789 8.1% Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,540 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
353	Framingham State University	Basketball	787.28	83.66	1,100 – 1,280	16114	46611	#353 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Framingham State University Framingham, MA Located in Framingham, Framingham State University’s acceptance rate is 84%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 71% of students attending Framingham State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $787 57,149.3% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,114 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,611
354	Dickinson College	Lacrosse	787.27	41.49	1,340 – 1,440	38483	57110	#354 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 41% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 96% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $787 46.0% Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $38,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
355	University of La Verne	Swimming	784	71.17	990 – 1,230	21530	53806	#355 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 71%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 64% first year......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $784 10.2% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
356	Wisconsin Lutheran College	Volleyball	782.78	78.16	1,130 – 1,340	24095	49095	#356 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wisconsin Lutheran College Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Lutheran College’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Wisconsin Lutheran College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $783 641.8% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,095 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,095
357	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College	Golf	782.55	95.94	1,140 – 1,350	23764	55620	#357 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College Erie, PA Found in Erie, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College’s acceptance rate is 96%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 71% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $783 Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $23,764 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
358	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	Gymnastics	774.85	38.5	1,110 – 1,310	15151	50011	#358 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Based in Eau Claire, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire’s acceptance rate is 38%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $2,149 on average. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $775 215.7% Acceptance Rate 38.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
359	University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point	Wrestling	772.49	92.45	1,040 – 1,240	14883	43371	#359 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point, WI Found in Stevens Point, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $772 19,656.7% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,883 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,371
360	Marietta College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	771.63	78.2	970 – 1,210	22007	51252	#360 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Marietta College Marietta, OH Marietta College’s earliest roots date back to 1797, when it was first known as Muskingum Academy. 100% of students receive grant aid, averaging $31,554 each. The 480 student-athletes, called Pioneers, wear navy blue and white while completing in the Ohio Athletic Conference. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $772 1,533.4% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,252
361	Plymouth State University	Baseball	771.06	97.73	880 – 1,080	20183	46466	#361 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Plymouth State University Plymouth, NH Found in Plymouth, Plymouth State University accepts 98% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Plymouth State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Plymouth State University, there is a 72% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $771 176.8% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,466
362	Carleton College	Basketball	765	21.78	1,450 – 1,550	28047	53989	#362 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carleton College Northfield, MN Part of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, the most popular sports at Carleton College are Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Swimming and Diving (combined). They’re known as the Knights and wear blue and maize. Computer Science is a commonly chosen undergraduate major. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $765 192.3% Acceptance Rate 21.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $28,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,989
363	Cornell College	Lacrosse	764.5	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#363 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $765 5.9% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
364	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Soccer	749.72	34.24	1,110 – 1,320	4101	96770	#364 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,370 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $750 57.3% Acceptance Rate 34.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $4,101 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
365	The College of Saint Scholastica	Football	738.28	92.98	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#365 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 17% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $738 62.0% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
366	George Fox University	Baseball	737.63	92.82	1,010 – 1,360	32171	53568	#366 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 84% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $738 12.4% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $32,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
367	St Olaf College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	735.24	43.38	1,310 – 1,440	26756	48373	#367 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 44 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $735 Acceptance Rate 43.4% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $26,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
368	Simpson College	Football	726.1	86.22	1,400 – 1,460	23282	49946	#368 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $37,896 on average. Attending students enjoy an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $726 575.4% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
369	Stevenson University	Ice Hockey	725.64	80.06	1,010 – 1,190	27162	54574	#369 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Stevenson University Owings Mills, MD Based in Owings Mills, Stevenson University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Stevenson University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 81% of......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $726 630.8% Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,574
370	George Fox University	Football	722.08	92.82	1,010 – 1,360	32171	53568	#370 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 84% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $722 426.5% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $32,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
371	Anderson University	Golf	716.2	79.34	910 – 1,160	25332	44396	#371 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 79%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 60% and 47% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $716 14.0% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $25,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
372	North Central College	Cross Country	715.81	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#372 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $716 33.8% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
373	Bates College	Volleyball	715.35	14.83	1,340 – 1,510	24723	59202	#373 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 92% first year retention rate, 79% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $715 615.9% Acceptance Rate 14.8% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
374	Trine University	Softball	712.25	85.48	1,050 – 1,270	25355	53010	#374 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Trine University Angola, IN Found in Angola, Trine University’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Trine University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and around 52% of students will earn......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $712 290.4% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $25,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,010
375	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Baseball	708.02	80.9	1,290 – 1,480	45406	85935	#375 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $708 0.0% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $45,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
376	Randolph-Macon College	Golf	699.58	91.05	1,000 – 1,260	28912	48067	#376 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Randolph-Macon College Ashland, VA Randolph-Macon College was founded in 1830, making it the oldest Methodist-run college in continuous operation in the United States. Although the school offers up to Master's degrees, most students are undergraduates....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $700 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,067
377	Luther College	Wrestling	699.05	83.98	1,100 – 1,370	24511	49541	#377 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $699 49.4% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
378	Concordia University-Wisconsin	Baseball	696.5	78.19	1,110 – 1,310	31916	49761	#378 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Concordia University-Wisconsin Mequon, WI Based in Mequon, Concordia University-Wisconsin accepts 78% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at Concordia University-Wisconsin currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students decide to stay at Concordia......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $697 12.2% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $31,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
379	Bowdoin College	Volleyball	694.65	6.81	1,460 – 1,550	22228	61692	#379 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $695 29.7% Acceptance Rate 6.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
380	Washington University in St Louis	Volleyball	693.58	11.92	1,480 – 1,550	22408	78073	#380 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,970. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $694 76.7% Acceptance Rate 11.9% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
381	Nebraska Wesleyan University	Volleyball	689.16	72.43	1,110 – 1,290	21122	47667	#381 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE Nebraska Wesleyan University is a private school, associated with the United Methodists. It has 41 available majors and programs – Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular. Competing in the American Rivers Conference, the 537 Prairie Wolves wear black and gold. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $689 85.6% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,667
382	St Olaf College	Tennis	689	43.38	1,310 – 1,440	26756	48373	#382 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 44 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $689 50.0% Acceptance Rate 43.4% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $26,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
383	Guilford College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	687.06	80	1,000 – 1,200	22270	40401	#383 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Guilford College Greensboro, NC Located in Greensboro, Guilford College accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Guilford College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $687 0.0% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,401
384	George Fox University	Soccer	685.22	92.82	1,010 – 1,360	32171	53568	#384 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 84% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $685 1,087.1% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $32,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
385	Buena Vista University	Softball	684.63	64.97	970 – 1,180	19704	43572	#385 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 76% first year retention rate, and 50% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, and Accounting. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $685 120.0% Acceptance Rate 65.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
386	Macalester College	Baseball	683.18	28.13	1,350 – 1,490	40225	46244	#386 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Macalester College Saint Paul, MN Macalester College is a private liberal arts college that sits near the Mississippi River in the heart of the Twin Cities. Students can earn up to a bachelor’s degree and a commonly selected major is Research and Experimental Psychology, Other....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $683 71.7% Acceptance Rate 28.1% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $40,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,244
387	Hilbert College	Bowling	682.88	97.24	980 – 1,180	22157	45369	#387 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 97% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 64% of students continued their studies at Hilbert College after......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $683 1,410.1% Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
388	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College	Cross Country	681.41	95.94	1,140 – 1,350	23764	55620	#388 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College Erie, PA Found in Erie, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College’s acceptance rate is 96%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 71% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $681 Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $23,764 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
389	Franklin College	Football	679.19	72.54	1,090 – 1,290	24189	45635	#389 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 73%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $679 3.1% Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,189 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
390	Berry College	Soccer	676.76	73.15	1,120 – 1,320	25363	45014	#390 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Berry College Mount Berry, GA Located in Mount Berry, Berry College accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Berry College, there is a 85% first year retention rate and around 65%......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $677 29.0% Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,014
391	Widener University	Football	666.68	70.93	1,070 – 1,290	26778	63375	#391 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Widener University Chester, PA Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $667 175.5% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $26,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,375
392	Lycoming College	Field Hockey	662.55	77.02	1,050 – 1,250	20492	43713	#392 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $43,470 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 68% first year retention rate, and 47% 4-year graduation rate. Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $663 39.7% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
393	Wisconsin Lutheran College	Baseball	659.41	78.16	1,130 – 1,340	24095	49095	#393 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wisconsin Lutheran College Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Lutheran College’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Wisconsin Lutheran College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $659 34.5% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,095 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,095
394	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	Bowling	652.06	95.98	970 – 1,180	12709	47909	#394 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI The University of Wisconsin, Whitewater offers 89 programs and majors, but many choose to study Business/Commerce, General. During the last admission cycle, the school received 12,000 applications and accepted 12,000. 110 acres of the 400 acre-campus makes up the Nature Preserve with woodlands, prairie, and wetlands. Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $652 46.1% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,909
395	Hardin-Simmons University	Soccer	644.43	86.2	1,010 – 1,210	19811	44392	#395 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $644 245.2% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
396	Guilford College	Baseball	641.49	80	1,000 – 1,200	22270	40401	#396 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Guilford College Greensboro, NC Located in Greensboro, Guilford College accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Guilford College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $641 0.0% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,401
397	University of Dubuque	Soccer	640.89	87.31	950 – 1,200	26067	44960	#397 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $641 65.2% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $26,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
398	Dickinson College	Soccer	640.09	41.49	1,340 – 1,440	38483	57110	#398 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 41% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 96% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $640 11.3% Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $38,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
399	St Olaf College	Basketball	639.97	43.38	1,310 – 1,440	26756	48373	#399 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 44 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $640 88.1% Acceptance Rate 43.4% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $26,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
400	University of La Verne	Golf	639.58	71.17	990 – 1,230	21530	53806	#400 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 71%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 64% first year......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $640 38.7% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
401	Berry College	Lacrosse	639.46	73.15	1,120 – 1,320	25363	45014	#401 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Berry College Mount Berry, GA Located in Mount Berry, Berry College accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Berry College, there is a 85% first year retention rate and around 65%......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $639 47.3% Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,014
402	Bates College	Softball	636.65	14.83	1,340 – 1,510	24723	59202	#402 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 92% first year retention rate, 79% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $637 153.4% Acceptance Rate 14.8% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
403	University of Redlands	Basketball	634.66	82.72	1,130 – 1,340	28482	61686	#403 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Redlands Redlands, CA 79% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 64% go on to graduate within six years. There are 65 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $635 47.4% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
404	University of La Verne	Football	632.86	71.17	990 – 1,230	21530	53806	#404 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 71%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 64% first year......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $633 174.0% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
405	Hardin-Simmons University	Football	631.92	86.2	1,010 – 1,210	19811	44392	#405 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $632 891.6% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
406	Albion College	Football	630.33	74.37	950 – 1,180	16719	48203	#406 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Albion College Albion, MI Albion College’s motto is “Lux Fiat,” or “Let there be Light.” The campus is home to the Whitehouse Nature Center that has six miles of trails, over 160 bird species, 400 plant species, and more. Many undergraduates major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $630 141.2% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,203
407	Union College	Football	629.96	43.42	1,330 – 1,480	42137	63219	#407 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 89%, and 66% will graduate within four years. 80% graduate in six. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $630 1,140.3% Acceptance Rate 43.4% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,137 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
408	Pitzer College	Water Polo	629.14	26.85	1,190 – 1,370	34979	51784	#408 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 29% enrolled. 57% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 83% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $629 86.3% Acceptance Rate 26.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,979 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
409	Pomona College	Water Polo	629.14	7.14	1,460 – 1,550	19938	60850	#409 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 38 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Mathematics, and General. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $629 86.3% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $19,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
410	Utica University	Tennis	628.75	91.87	1,120 – 1,310	20295	57422	#410 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $629 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
411	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth	Baseball	626.76	89.16	960 – 1,270	21094	51475	#411 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth North Dartmouth, MA Found in North Dartmouth, the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accepts 89% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $627 8.6% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,475
412	Southwestern University	Swimming	625.22	43.48	1,160 – 1,370	32228	49249	#412 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Southwestern University Georgetown, TX A small liberal arts school, Southwestern University offers 98% of attending students institutional grants, $31,958 on average. With nearly 40 majors, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science are the most popular options. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $625 Acceptance Rate 43.5% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $32,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,249
413	St. John Fisher University	Cross Country	624.68	66.07	1,110 – 1,320	30540	61198	#413 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY St. John Fisher University accepts around 66% of applicants – 20% of which enroll. 100% of students receive grant aid, with an average of $24,530 per student. Many undergraduates declare their major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $625 1,529.7% Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,540 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
414	Alfred University	Skiing	623.75	48	1,130 – 1,330	26470	41703	#414 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 48% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a 76%......Read more Sport Skiing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $624 0.0% Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $26,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
415	University of New England	Soccer	623.67	92.03	1,050 – 1,240	40003	48957	#415 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of New England Biddeford, ME Founded in 1939 as College Séraphique, The University of New England underwent several name changes before receiving its current moniker in 1996. The school has two campuses, one in Maine and one in Tangier, Morocco. UNE is also the largest private university in the state and the five schools offer 52 majors and programs. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $624 157.6% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $40,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,957
416	Utica University	Field Hockey	622.96	91.87	1,120 – 1,310	20295	57422	#416 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $623 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
417	Trinity College	Golf	622.33	29.53	1,350 – 1,460	36071	67628	#417 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Trinity College Hartford, CT Trinity College, originally known as Washington College, was founded in 1823, making it the second oldest college in the state. 73% receive institutional grant aid to attend, $50,834 on average. Students are known as Bantams and wear blue and gold. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $622 0.0% Acceptance Rate 29.5% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $36,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,628
418	Anderson University	Softball	621.56	54.91	1,110 – 1,310	24434	42073	#418 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Anderson University Anderson, SC A member of the South Atlantic Conference, Anderson University added a football team, starting in the 2024 season. Other popular sports include Baseball, Lacrosse, and Soccer....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $622 Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $24,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,073
419	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	Cross Country	620.75	38.5	1,110 – 1,310	15151	50011	#419 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Based in Eau Claire, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire’s acceptance rate is 38%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $2,149 on average. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $621 11.9% Acceptance Rate 38.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
420	Austin College	Softball	619.32	47.68	1,120 – 1,340	23462	45242	#420 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Psychology, General. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $619 0.0% Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $23,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
421	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	Basketball	617.72	89.38	1,080 – 1,310	16266	54825	#421 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Platteville is one of the 13 main campuses that make up the public University of Wisconsin system. It received its current moniker in 1971 but the institution dates back to the 1866 Platteville Normal School. The Pioneers compete in the NCAA Division III with football Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $618 1.2% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $16,266 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
422	Muhlenberg College	Softball	616.4	71.99	1,280 – 1,430	34739	53265	#422 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Muhlenberg College Allentown, PA In addition to an 82-acre campus, Muhlenberg College also maintains nearby 60-acre Graver Arboretum and 40-acre Raker Wildlife Preserve. Most of their programs focus on liberal arts and pre-professional education – Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General is a popular area of study....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $616 190.2% Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $34,739 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,265
423	Cornell College	Cross Country	616.21	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#423 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $616 5.1% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
424	Framingham State University	Ice Hockey	614.88	83.66	1,100 – 1,280	16114	46611	#424 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Framingham State University Framingham, MA Located in Framingham, Framingham State University’s acceptance rate is 84%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 71% of students attending Framingham State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $615 729.3% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,114 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,611
425	Eastern University	Tennis	614.33	91.01	1,020 – 1,190	27422	41580	#425 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Eastern University Saint Davids, PA Found in Saint Davids, Eastern University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $614 10.5% Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
426	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	Baseball	614.15	89.38	1,080 – 1,310	16266	54825	#426 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Platteville is one of the 13 main campuses that make up the public University of Wisconsin system. It received its current moniker in 1971 but the institution dates back to the 1866 Platteville Normal School. The Pioneers compete in the NCAA Division III with football Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $614 51.4% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $16,266 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
427	Concordia University-Chicago	Volleyball	614.12	92.98	1,000 – 1,200	19073	44405	#427 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Concordia University-Chicago River Forest, IL Found in River Forest, Concordia University-Chicago accepts 93% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students at Concordia University-Chicago currently receive grant aid from the school. At Concordia University-Chicago, there is a 68% first year retention rate and a 37% four......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $614 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $19,073 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,405
428	Stevenson University	Cross Country	611.67	80.06	1,010 – 1,190	27162	54574	#428 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Stevenson University Owings Mills, MD Based in Owings Mills, Stevenson University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Stevenson University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 81% of......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $612 218.8% Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,574
429	The College of Wooster	Soccer	604.97	64.38	1,260 – 1,440	28004	43895	#429 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Wooster Wooster, OH Located in Wooster, The College of Wooster accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending The College of Wooster currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $605 151.4% Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $28,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,895
430	Franklin and Marshall College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	603.21	31.63	1,310 – 1,480	43987	62544	#430 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Franklin and Marshall College accepts 32% of applicants. They request $62 for undergraduate applications and . About 80% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $603 28.6% Acceptance Rate 31.6% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $43,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,544
431	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Football	601.46	80.9	1,290 – 1,480	45406	85935	#431 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $601 21.9% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $45,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
432	Lycoming College	Soccer	601.31	77.02	1,050 – 1,250	20492	43713	#432 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $43,470 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 68% first year retention rate, and 47% 4-year graduation rate. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $601 2.9% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
433	Linfield University	Swimming	600	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#433 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Elementary Education and Teaching is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $600 320.2% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
434	William Paterson University of New Jersey	Softball	599.68	90.08	990 – 1,350	13509	44928	#434 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne, NJ Located in Wayne, William Paterson University of New Jersey accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students at William Paterson University of New Jersey currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $600 50.9% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,509 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,928
435	Tufts University	Volleyball	596.62	10.82	1,460 – 1,540	32367	68337	#435 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Tufts University Medford, MA Opened in 1852 as Tufts College, Tufts University is a small liberal arts school. It became a doctoral/research university in the 1970s. The university offers over 70 undergraduate major programs. Computer Science, International Relations and Affairs, and Dentistry are popular areas of study. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $597 0.0% Acceptance Rate 10.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $32,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,337
436	Alfred University	Basketball	594.94	48	1,130 – 1,330	26470	41703	#436 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 48% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a 76%......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $595 0.0% Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $26,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
437	Trinity University	Golf	594.82	24.88	1,340 – 1,490	32224	55224	#437 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Trinity University San Antonio, TX Trinity University is a private school affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. A whopping 100% of students receive institutional grants to help lower the cost of attendance, averaging $33,514 each. The school has produced entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, actresses, politicians, and more. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $595 552.9% Acceptance Rate 24.9% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $32,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,224
438	Stevenson University	Other Sports	593.73	80.06	1,010 – 1,190	27162	54574	#438 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Stevenson University Owings Mills, MD Based in Owings Mills, Stevenson University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Stevenson University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 81% of......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $594 300.6% Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,574
439	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	Volleyball	591.3	95.98	970 – 1,180	12709	47909	#439 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI The University of Wisconsin, Whitewater offers 89 programs and majors, but many choose to study Business/Commerce, General. During the last admission cycle, the school received 12,000 applications and accepted 12,000. 110 acres of the 400 acre-campus makes up the Nature Preserve with woodlands, prairie, and wetlands. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $591 23.5% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,909
440	Alfred University	Equestrian	590.33	48	1,130 – 1,330	26470	41703	#440 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 48% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a 76%......Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $590 0.0% Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $26,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
441	Whitworth University	Lacrosse	586.33	89.78	1,090 – 1,340	27605	49510	#441 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Biological and Physical Sciences, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 78% of students return after completing their first year, and 70% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $586 61,618.9% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
442	Carnegie Mellon University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	582.3	11.07	1,500 – 1,580	35552	105360	#442 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA Some popular majors at Carnegie Mellon University include Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Computer Science. A merger in 1900 between Carnegie Institute of Technology and the Mellon Institute of Industrial Research created the school we know today....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $582 472.2% Acceptance Rate 11.1% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $35,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,360
443	Albion College	Volleyball	582.18	74.37	950 – 1,180	16719	48203	#443 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Albion College Albion, MI Albion College’s motto is “Lux Fiat,” or “Let there be Light.” The campus is home to the Whitehouse Nature Center that has six miles of trails, over 160 bird species, 400 plant species, and more. Many undergraduates major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $582 37.9% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,203
444	Pacific Lutheran University	Soccer	581.64	86.6	1,050 – 1,270	22299	52212	#444 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA Pacific Lutheran University’s motto is “Education for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership, and Care.” Many students study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school opened in 1894, where tuition was $1 per week....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $582 44.7% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,212
445	Luther College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	581.6	83.98	1,100 – 1,370	24511	49541	#445 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $582 13.4% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
446	Wilmington College	Cross Country	578.57	92.4	890 – 1,150	26548	41889	#446 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wilmington College Wilmington, OH Located in Wilmington, Wilmington College accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Wilmington College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $579 398.3% Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $26,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,889
447	Otterbein University	Softball	578.12	83.88	950 – 1,340	20457	44539	#447 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Otterbein University Westerville, OH Otterbein University is a private institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. It was founded by the Church of United Brethren in Christ in 1947, but today it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $578 69.0% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $20,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,539
448	Utica University	Football	577.9	91.87	1,120 – 1,310	20295	57422	#448 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $578 866.7% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
449	Gallaudet University	Basketball	574.69	65.9	790 – 960	15944	36578	#449 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Gallaudet University Washington, DC Gallaudet University is dedicated to the deaf and hard of hearing, with two official languages: English and American Sign Language. Many students major in Psychology, General. It’s the only higher education school in the world that has designed all of its programs and services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $575 63.0% Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 790 – 960 Avg. Net Price $15,944 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,578
450	The Catholic University of America	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	566.92	73.28	1,110 – 1,360	32705	63217	#450 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The Catholic University of America Washington, DC The Catholic University of America is a Doctoral/Research Universities—Extensive school, founded in 1887. The 193-acre campus is lined by trees, featuring Romanesque and modern buildings. 673 student-athletes (known as the Cardinals) participate in Basketball, Football, and Lacrosse, among others. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $567 334.2% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $32,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,217
451	Simpson College	Other Sports	566.67	86.22	1,400 – 1,460	23282	49946	#451 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $37,896 on average. Attending students enjoy an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $567 230.4% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
452	St Olaf College	Baseball	566.44	43.38	1,310 – 1,440	26756	48373	#452 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 44 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $566 51.4% Acceptance Rate 43.4% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $26,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
453	Lakeland University	Wrestling	563.9	86.52	930 – 1,100	24253	49546	#453 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $35 to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 63% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $564 134.4% Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $24,253 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
454	Cornell College	Soccer	562.81	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#454 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $563 8.3% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
455	Alfred University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	561.15	48	1,130 – 1,330	26470	41703	#455 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 48% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a 76%......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $561 0.0% Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $26,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
456	Bridgewater State University	Equestrian	558.45	87.98	1,020 – 1,270	15646	46673	#456 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bridgewater State University Bridgewater, MA Found in Bridgewater, Bridgewater State University accepts 88% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $4,872 on average. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $558 614.8% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $15,646 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,673
457	Utica University	Golf	556.5	91.87	1,120 – 1,310	20295	57422	#457 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $557 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
458	University of La Verne	Volleyball	548.64	71.17	990 – 1,230	21530	53806	#458 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 71%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 64% first year......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $549 42.7% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
459	The College of Wooster	Tennis	546.39	64.38	1,260 – 1,440	28004	43895	#459 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Wooster Wooster, OH Located in Wooster, The College of Wooster accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending The College of Wooster currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $546 734.4% Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $28,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,895
460	Western New England University	Swimming	546.2	83.48	1,090 – 1,310	27056	51771	#460 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Western New England University Springfield, MA Based in Springfield, Western New England University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 97% of students attending Western New England University will receive institutional grant aid. They receive $30,597 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $546 49.2% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,771
461	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth	Field Hockey	546.05	89.16	960 – 1,270	21094	51475	#461 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth North Dartmouth, MA Found in North Dartmouth, the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accepts 89% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $546 42.2% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,475
462	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Softball	545.86	67.25	1,380 – 1,520	38887	83054	#462 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $546 88.7% Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $38,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
463	Austin College	Football	544.5	47.68	1,120 – 1,340	23462	45242	#463 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Psychology, General. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $545 0.0% Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $23,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
464	Juniata College	Lacrosse	543.28	79.41	1,170 – 1,360	24580	48571	#464 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Juniata College Huntingdon, PA Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular major at Juniata College, but many students design their own programs. The school sits on 800 acres and boasts an 11 to 1 student to faculty ratio. Juniata also has an extensive study abroad program and it’s motto is “Veritas Liberat,” or “Truth Sets Free.” Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $543 100.1% Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,571
465	North Central College	Swimming	542.22	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#465 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $542 31.2% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
466	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Golf	541.69	67.25	1,380 – 1,520	38887	83054	#466 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $542 71.6% Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $38,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
467	Buena Vista University	Wrestling	540.06	64.97	970 – 1,180	19704	43572	#467 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 76% first year retention rate, and 50% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, and Accounting. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $540 9.7% Acceptance Rate 65.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
468	Washington and Lee University	Tennis	538.69	13.54	1,450 – 1,520	23055	76516	#468 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA Originally known as the Augusta Academy and established in 1749, it would later be named after George Washington and Robert E. Lee, the latter of which was the president of the school for five years....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $539 1,049.8% Acceptance Rate 13.5% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $23,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,516
469	North Central College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	538.09	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#469 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $538 53.8% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
470	Carroll University	Soccer	537.52	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	27031	54456	#470 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $538 57.0% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
471	Bates College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	535.34	14.83	1,340 – 1,510	24723	59202	#471 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 92% first year retention rate, 79% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $535 73,234.2% Acceptance Rate 14.8% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
472	Bowdoin College	Football	532.79	6.81	1,460 – 1,550	22228	61692	#472 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $533 35.2% Acceptance Rate 6.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
473	Carroll University	Softball	531.7	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	27031	54456	#473 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $532 335.8% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
474	Bluffton University	Soccer	531	67.23	890 – 1,120	20429	41940	#474 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Located in Bluffton, Bluffton University accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $531 89.3% Acceptance Rate 67.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $20,429 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
475	Albion College	Basketball	530.7	74.37	950 – 1,180	16719	48203	#475 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Albion College Albion, MI Albion College’s motto is “Lux Fiat,” or “Let there be Light.” The campus is home to the Whitehouse Nature Center that has six miles of trails, over 160 bird species, 400 plant species, and more. Many undergraduates major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $531 12.4% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,203
476	Western New England University	Golf	530.36	83.48	1,090 – 1,310	27056	51771	#476 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Western New England University Springfield, MA Based in Springfield, Western New England University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 97% of students attending Western New England University will receive institutional grant aid. They receive $30,597 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $530 43.7% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,771
477	St. John Fisher University	Field Hockey	530.22	66.07	1,110 – 1,320	30540	61198	#477 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY St. John Fisher University accepts around 66% of applicants – 20% of which enroll. 100% of students receive grant aid, with an average of $24,530 per student. Many undergraduates declare their major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $530 38.5% Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,540 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
478	North Central College	Track and Field (Indoor)	529.02	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#478 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $529 54.3% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
479	Pitzer College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	527.34	26.85	1,190 – 1,370	34979	51784	#479 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 29% enrolled. 57% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 83% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $527 203.3% Acceptance Rate 26.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,979 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
480	Pomona College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	527.34	7.14	1,460 – 1,550	19938	60850	#480 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 38 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Mathematics, and General. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $527 203.3% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $19,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
481	Washington University in St Louis	Swimming and Diving (combined)	526.83	11.92	1,480 – 1,550	22408	78073	#481 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,970. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $527 357.1% Acceptance Rate 11.9% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
482	Marietta College	Basketball	526.3	78.2	970 – 1,210	22007	51252	#482 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Marietta College Marietta, OH Marietta College’s earliest roots date back to 1797, when it was first known as Muskingum Academy. 100% of students receive grant aid, averaging $31,554 each. The 480 student-athletes, called Pioneers, wear navy blue and white while completing in the Ohio Athletic Conference. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $526 414.9% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,252
483	Moravian University	Soccer	525.62	73.66	1,010 – 1,240	31743	53471	#483 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $526 6.4% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
484	Lycoming College	Volleyball	523.5	77.02	1,050 – 1,250	20492	43713	#484 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $43,470 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 68% first year retention rate, and 47% 4-year graduation rate. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $524 1.8% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
485	Manchester University	Basketball	520.28	71.06	900 – 1,190	19425	43024	#485 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 71% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $520 260.1% Acceptance Rate 71.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
486	Stevenson University	Beach Volleyball	519.1	80.06	1,010 – 1,190	27162	54574	#486 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Stevenson University Owings Mills, MD Based in Owings Mills, Stevenson University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Stevenson University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 81% of......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $519 5,335.6% Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,574
487	Bethany College	Basketball	518.66	58.79	930 – 1,190	19035	37124	#487 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Bethany College Bethany, WV Located in Bethany, Bethany College accepts 59% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Bethany College currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $24,990 on average. 54% of students continued studying at Bethany College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $519 45.6% Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,035 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
488	Salve Regina University	Football	518.07	66.23	1,180 – 1,340	38307	55027	#488 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $518 18.9% Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $38,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
489	University of Dubuque	Ice Hockey	518.02	87.31	950 – 1,200	26067	44960	#489 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $518 22.7% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $26,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
490	Guilford College	Volleyball	517.73	80	1,000 – 1,200	22270	40401	#490 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Guilford College Greensboro, NC Located in Greensboro, Guilford College accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Guilford College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $518 70.6% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,401
491	Manchester University	Cross Country	517.31	71.06	900 – 1,190	19425	43024	#491 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 71% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $517 646,737.5% Acceptance Rate 71.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
492	Plymouth State University	Football	516.81	97.73	880 – 1,080	20183	46466	#492 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Plymouth State University Plymouth, NH Found in Plymouth, Plymouth State University accepts 98% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Plymouth State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Plymouth State University, there is a 72% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $517 43.7% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,466
493	Utica University	Baseball	511.23	91.87	1,120 – 1,310	20295	57422	#493 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $511 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
494	Alvernia University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	511.04	58.06	1,100 – 1,290	28645	49938	#494 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Alvernia University Reading, PA Based in Reading, Alvernia University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $511 241.4% Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $28,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,938
495	Franklin and Marshall College	Soccer	510.7	31.63	1,310 – 1,480	43987	62544	#495 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Franklin and Marshall College accepts 32% of applicants. They request $62 for undergraduate applications and . About 80% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $511 118.3% Acceptance Rate 31.6% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $43,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,544
496	Guilford College	Basketball	510.58	80	1,000 – 1,200	22270	40401	#496 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Guilford College Greensboro, NC Located in Greensboro, Guilford College accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Guilford College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $511 7.9% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,401
497	Utica University	Soccer	510.21	91.87	1,120 – 1,310	20295	57422	#497 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $510 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
498	Pacific Lutheran University	Rowing	508.64	86.6	1,050 – 1,270	22299	52212	#498 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA Pacific Lutheran University’s motto is “Education for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership, and Care.” Many students study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school opened in 1894, where tuition was $1 per week....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $509 48.3% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,212
499	The College of Wooster	Volleyball	508.18	64.38	1,260 – 1,440	28004	43895	#499 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football The College of Wooster Wooster, OH Located in Wooster, The College of Wooster accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending The College of Wooster currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $508 164.5% Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $28,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,895
500	Wilmington College	Swimming	506.73	92.4	890 – 1,150	26548	41889	#500 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – NCAA Division III with football Wilmington College Wilmington, OH Located in Wilmington, Wilmington College accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Wilmington College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $507 20.1% Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $26,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,889