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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	Tulane University of Louisiana	Tennis	143868.79	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $143,869 486.5% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
2	Tulane University of Louisiana	Baseball	49555.2	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $49,555 1.1% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
3	Tulane University of Louisiana	Bowling	36986.5	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $36,987 4.2% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
4	Tulane University of Louisiana	Golf	36633.71	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $36,634 264.8% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
5	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Basketball	23994.07	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17413	46572	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $23,994 53.7% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
6	Tulane University of Louisiana	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	20902.33	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $20,902 154.2% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
7	Tulane University of Louisiana	Beach Volleyball	18716.56	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $18,717 45.1% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
8	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Football	7940.08	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17413	46572	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,940 12.3% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
9	Tulane University of Louisiana	Sailing	6540.2	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,540 77.8% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
10	Tulane University of Louisiana	Swimming and Diving (combined)	5580.62	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,581 360.4% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
11	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Tennis	2424.05	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17413	46572	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,424 72.5% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
12	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Rifle	2293.1	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17413	46572	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Rifle Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,293 11.4% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
13	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Bowling	2093.55	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17413	46572	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,094 1.7% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
14	Tulane University of Louisiana	Volleyball	1994.67	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,995 164.7% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
15	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Golf	1938.1	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17413	46572	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,938 29.5% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
16	East Carolina University	Golf	1879.95	89.22	1,020 – 1,220	14470	46420	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 82% first year......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,880 82.9% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
17	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Soccer	1448.93	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17413	46572	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,449 6.5% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
18	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Volleyball	1354.65	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17413	46572	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,355 80.9% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
19	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Beach Volleyball	1333.35	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17413	46572	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,333 13.3% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
20	East Carolina University	Tennis	1231.5	89.22	1,020 – 1,220	14470	46420	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 82% first year......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,232 91.5% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
21	East Carolina University	Basketball	901.97	89.22	1,020 – 1,220	14470	46420	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 82% first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $902 24.5% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
22	East Carolina University	Volleyball	721.14	89.22	1,020 – 1,220	14470	46420	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 82% first year......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $721 28.5% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
23	East Carolina University	Lacrosse	673.5	89.22	1,020 – 1,220	14470	46420	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 82% first year......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $674 78.6% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
24	East Carolina University	Softball	607.04	89.22	1,020 – 1,220	14470	46420	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 82% first year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $607 29.8% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
25	East Carolina University	Soccer	567	89.22	1,020 – 1,220	14470	46420	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 82% first year......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $567 29.4% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
26	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Baseball	462.85	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17413	46572	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $463 57.7% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
27	East Carolina University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	300.7	89.22	1,020 – 1,220	14470	46420	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 82% first year......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $301 29.8% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
28	East Carolina University	Baseball	268.62	89.22	1,020 – 1,220	14470	46420	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 82% first year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $269 11.5% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
29	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	219.32	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17413	46572	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $219 30.5% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
30	East Carolina University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	183.85	89.22	1,020 – 1,220	14470	46420	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 82% first year......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $184 88.6% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
31	East Carolina University	Football	70.11	89.22	1,020 – 1,220	14470	46420	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 82% first year......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $70 82.4% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
32	Wichita State University	Volleyball	0.09	72.11	970 – 1,220	14184	44043	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 72% and around 25% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
33	Florida Atlantic University	Baseball	0	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
34	Florida Atlantic University	Basketball	0	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
35	Florida Atlantic University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
36	Florida Atlantic University	Football	0	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
37	Florida Atlantic University	Golf	0	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
38	Florida Atlantic University	Soccer	0	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
39	Florida Atlantic University	Softball	0	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
40	Florida Atlantic University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
41	Florida Atlantic University	Tennis	0	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
42	Florida Atlantic University	Cross Country	0	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
43	Florida Atlantic University	Volleyball	0	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
44	Florida Atlantic University	Beach Volleyball	0	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
45	Rice University	Baseball	0	8	1,510 – 1,570	20587	79751	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Rice University Houston, TX A private, doctoral/research college, Rice University sits on a 300-acre campus in Houston. The school is known for its research collaboration with NASA, and today 16 Rice faculty and alumni have served as astronauts or NASA Administrators....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
46	Rice University	Basketball	0	8	1,510 – 1,570	20587	79751	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Rice University Houston, TX A private, doctoral/research college, Rice University sits on a 300-acre campus in Houston. The school is known for its research collaboration with NASA, and today 16 Rice faculty and alumni have served as astronauts or NASA Administrators....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
47	Rice University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	8	1,510 – 1,570	20587	79751	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Rice University Houston, TX A private, doctoral/research college, Rice University sits on a 300-acre campus in Houston. The school is known for its research collaboration with NASA, and today 16 Rice faculty and alumni have served as astronauts or NASA Administrators....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
48	Rice University	Football	0	8	1,510 – 1,570	20587	79751	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Rice University Houston, TX A private, doctoral/research college, Rice University sits on a 300-acre campus in Houston. The school is known for its research collaboration with NASA, and today 16 Rice faculty and alumni have served as astronauts or NASA Administrators....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
49	Rice University	Golf	0	8	1,510 – 1,570	20587	79751	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Rice University Houston, TX A private, doctoral/research college, Rice University sits on a 300-acre campus in Houston. The school is known for its research collaboration with NASA, and today 16 Rice faculty and alumni have served as astronauts or NASA Administrators....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
50	Rice University	Soccer	0	8	1,510 – 1,570	20587	79751	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Rice University Houston, TX A private, doctoral/research college, Rice University sits on a 300-acre campus in Houston. The school is known for its research collaboration with NASA, and today 16 Rice faculty and alumni have served as astronauts or NASA Administrators....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
51	Rice University	Swimming	0	8	1,510 – 1,570	20587	79751	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Rice University Houston, TX A private, doctoral/research college, Rice University sits on a 300-acre campus in Houston. The school is known for its research collaboration with NASA, and today 16 Rice faculty and alumni have served as astronauts or NASA Administrators....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
52	Rice University	Tennis	0	8	1,510 – 1,570	20587	79751	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Rice University Houston, TX A private, doctoral/research college, Rice University sits on a 300-acre campus in Houston. The school is known for its research collaboration with NASA, and today 16 Rice faculty and alumni have served as astronauts or NASA Administrators....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
53	Rice University	Volleyball	0	8	1,510 – 1,570	20587	79751	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Rice University Houston, TX A private, doctoral/research college, Rice University sits on a 300-acre campus in Houston. The school is known for its research collaboration with NASA, and today 16 Rice faculty and alumni have served as astronauts or NASA Administrators....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
54	Temple University	Basketball	0	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
55	Temple University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
56	Temple University	Fencing	0	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more Sport Fencing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
57	Temple University	Field Hockey	0	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
58	Temple University	Football	0	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
59	Temple University	Golf	0	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
60	Temple University	Gymnastics	0	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
61	Temple University	Lacrosse	0	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
62	Temple University	Rowing	0	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
63	Temple University	Soccer	0	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
64	Temple University	Tennis	0	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
65	Temple University	Cross Country	0	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
66	Temple University	Volleyball	0	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
67	The University of Texas at San Antonio	Baseball	0	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10831	46340	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 60% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
68	The University of Texas at San Antonio	Basketball	0	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10831	46340	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 60% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
69	The University of Texas at San Antonio	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10831	46340	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 60% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
70	The University of Texas at San Antonio	Football	0	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10831	46340	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 60% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
71	The University of Texas at San Antonio	Golf	0	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10831	46340	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 60% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
72	The University of Texas at San Antonio	Soccer	0	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10831	46340	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 60% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
73	The University of Texas at San Antonio	Softball	0	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10831	46340	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 60% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
74	The University of Texas at San Antonio	Tennis	0	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10831	46340	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 60% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
75	The University of Texas at San Antonio	Volleyball	0	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10831	46340	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 60% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
76	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Softball	0	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17413	46572	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
77	University of Memphis	Baseball	0	72.03	970 – 1,180	13656	40921	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Memphis Memphis, TN 475 Tigers at the University of Memphis compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference. Until 2020, the school’s mascot was a live tiger, known as TOM. Since then, Pouncer, a costumed mascot, has taken over the job. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a popular undergraduate major. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
78	University of Memphis	Basketball	0	72.03	970 – 1,180	13656	40921	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Memphis Memphis, TN 475 Tigers at the University of Memphis compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference. Until 2020, the school’s mascot was a live tiger, known as TOM. Since then, Pouncer, a costumed mascot, has taken over the job. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a popular undergraduate major. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
79	University of Memphis	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	72.03	970 – 1,180	13656	40921	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Memphis Memphis, TN 475 Tigers at the University of Memphis compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference. Until 2020, the school’s mascot was a live tiger, known as TOM. Since then, Pouncer, a costumed mascot, has taken over the job. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a popular undergraduate major. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
80	University of Memphis	Football	0	72.03	970 – 1,180	13656	40921	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Memphis Memphis, TN 475 Tigers at the University of Memphis compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference. Until 2020, the school’s mascot was a live tiger, known as TOM. Since then, Pouncer, a costumed mascot, has taken over the job. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a popular undergraduate major. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
81	University of Memphis	Golf	0	72.03	970 – 1,180	13656	40921	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Memphis Memphis, TN 475 Tigers at the University of Memphis compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference. Until 2020, the school’s mascot was a live tiger, known as TOM. Since then, Pouncer, a costumed mascot, has taken over the job. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a popular undergraduate major. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
82	University of Memphis	Rifle	0	72.03	970 – 1,180	13656	40921	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Memphis Memphis, TN 475 Tigers at the University of Memphis compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference. Until 2020, the school’s mascot was a live tiger, known as TOM. Since then, Pouncer, a costumed mascot, has taken over the job. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a popular undergraduate major. Sport Rifle Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
83	University of Memphis	Soccer	0	72.03	970 – 1,180	13656	40921	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Memphis Memphis, TN 475 Tigers at the University of Memphis compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference. Until 2020, the school’s mascot was a live tiger, known as TOM. Since then, Pouncer, a costumed mascot, has taken over the job. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a popular undergraduate major. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
84	University of Memphis	Softball	0	72.03	970 – 1,180	13656	40921	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Memphis Memphis, TN 475 Tigers at the University of Memphis compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference. Until 2020, the school’s mascot was a live tiger, known as TOM. Since then, Pouncer, a costumed mascot, has taken over the job. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a popular undergraduate major. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
85	University of Memphis	Tennis	0	72.03	970 – 1,180	13656	40921	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Memphis Memphis, TN 475 Tigers at the University of Memphis compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference. Until 2020, the school’s mascot was a live tiger, known as TOM. Since then, Pouncer, a costumed mascot, has taken over the job. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a popular undergraduate major. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
86	University of Memphis	Volleyball	0	72.03	970 – 1,180	13656	40921	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Memphis Memphis, TN 475 Tigers at the University of Memphis compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference. Until 2020, the school’s mascot was a live tiger, known as TOM. Since then, Pouncer, a costumed mascot, has taken over the job. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a popular undergraduate major. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
87	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	Baseball	0	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	13768	48812	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 80% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $13,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
88	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	Basketball	0	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	13768	48812	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 80% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $13,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
89	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	13768	48812	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 80% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $13,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
90	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	Football	0	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	13768	48812	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 80% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $13,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
91	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	Golf	0	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	13768	48812	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 80% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $13,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
92	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	Soccer	0	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	13768	48812	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 80% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $13,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
93	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	Softball	0	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	13768	48812	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 80% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $13,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
94	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	Tennis	0	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	13768	48812	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 80% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $13,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
95	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	Volleyball	0	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	13768	48812	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 80% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $13,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
96	University of North Texas	Basketball	0	72.23	990 – 1,240	14675	46304	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year graduation rate is 40%. Computer and......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
97	University of North Texas	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	72.23	990 – 1,240	14675	46304	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year graduation rate is 40%. Computer and......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
98	University of North Texas	Football	0	72.23	990 – 1,240	14675	46304	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year graduation rate is 40%. Computer and......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
99	University of North Texas	Golf	0	72.23	990 – 1,240	14675	46304	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year graduation rate is 40%. Computer and......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
100	University of North Texas	Soccer	0	72.23	990 – 1,240	14675	46304	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year graduation rate is 40%. Computer and......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
101	University of North Texas	Softball	0	72.23	990 – 1,240	14675	46304	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year graduation rate is 40%. Computer and......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
102	University of North Texas	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	72.23	990 – 1,240	14675	46304	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year graduation rate is 40%. Computer and......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
103	University of North Texas	Tennis	0	72.23	990 – 1,240	14675	46304	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year graduation rate is 40%. Computer and......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
104	University of North Texas	Volleyball	0	72.23	990 – 1,240	14675	46304	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year graduation rate is 40%. Computer and......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
105	University of South Florida	Baseball	0	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
106	University of South Florida	Basketball	0	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
107	University of South Florida	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
108	University of South Florida	Football	0	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
109	University of South Florida	Golf	0	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
110	University of South Florida	Lacrosse	0	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
111	University of South Florida	Soccer	0	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
112	University of South Florida	Softball	0	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
113	University of South Florida	Tennis	0	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
114	University of South Florida	Volleyball	0	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
115	University of South Florida	Sailing	0	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
116	University of Tulsa	Basketball	0	61.5	1,220 – 1,510	23681	54779	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $23,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
117	University of Tulsa	Football	0	61.5	1,220 – 1,510	23681	54779	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $23,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
118	University of Tulsa	Golf	0	61.5	1,220 – 1,510	23681	54779	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $23,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
119	University of Tulsa	Rowing	0	61.5	1,220 – 1,510	23681	54779	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $23,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
120	University of Tulsa	Soccer	0	61.5	1,220 – 1,510	23681	54779	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $23,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
121	University of Tulsa	Softball	0	61.5	1,220 – 1,510	23681	54779	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $23,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
122	University of Tulsa	Tennis	0	61.5	1,220 – 1,510	23681	54779	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $23,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
123	University of Tulsa	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	61.5	1,220 – 1,510	23681	54779	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $23,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
124	University of Tulsa	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	61.5	1,220 – 1,510	23681	54779	#124 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $23,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
125	University of Tulsa	Cross Country	0	61.5	1,220 – 1,510	23681	54779	#125 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $23,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
126	University of Tulsa	Volleyball	0	61.5	1,220 – 1,510	23681	54779	#126 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $23,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
127	Wichita State University	Baseball	0	72.11	970 – 1,220	14184	44043	#127 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 72% and around 25% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
128	Wichita State University	Basketball	0	72.11	970 – 1,220	14184	44043	#128 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 72% and around 25% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
129	Wichita State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	72.11	970 – 1,220	14184	44043	#129 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 72% and around 25% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
130	Wichita State University	Golf	0	72.11	970 – 1,220	14184	44043	#130 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 72% and around 25% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
131	Wichita State University	Softball	0	72.11	970 – 1,220	14184	44043	#131 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 72% and around 25% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
132	Wichita State University	Tennis	0	72.11	970 – 1,220	14184	44043	#132 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 72% and around 25% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
133	Tulane University of Louisiana	Football	-48681.74	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#133 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
134	Tulane University of Louisiana	Basketball	-122868.81	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#134 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference

Tennis

$143,869 486.5%

14.0%

1,400 – 1,510

$50,631

$50,220

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference

Baseball

$49,555 1.1%

14.0%

1,400 – 1,510

$50,631

$50,220

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference

Bowling

$36,987 4.2%

14.0%

1,400 – 1,510

$50,631

$50,220

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference

Golf

$36,634 264.8%

14.0%

1,400 – 1,510

$50,631

$50,220

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference

Basketball

$23,994 53.7%

88.2%

1,150 – 1,380

$17,413

$46,572

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

$20,902 154.2%

14.0%

1,400 – 1,510

$50,631

$50,220

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference

Beach Volleyball

$18,717 45.1%

14.0%

1,400 – 1,510

$50,631

$50,220

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference

Football

$7,940 12.3%

88.2%

1,150 – 1,380

$17,413

$46,572

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference

Sailing

$6,540 77.8%

14.0%

1,400 – 1,510

$50,631

$50,220

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference

Swimming and Diving (combined)

$5,581 360.4%

14.0%

1,400 – 1,510

$50,631

$50,220

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – American Athletic Conference

Tennis

$2,424 72.5%

88.2%

1,150 – 1,380

$17,413

$46,572

$143,869
486.5%

$49,555
1.1%

$36,987
4.2%

$36,634
264.8%

$23,994
53.7%

$20,902
154.2%

$18,717
45.1%

$7,940
12.3%

$6,540
77.8%

$5,581
360.4%

$2,424
72.5%

$2,293
11.4%

$2,094
1.7%

$1,995
164.7%

$1,938
29.5%

$1,880
82.9%

$1,449
6.5%

$1,355
80.9%