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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	Pacific Union College	Cross Country	30338.62	42.48	970 – 1,210	22799	52713	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $30,339 11,223.3% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
2	Pacific Union College	Soccer	28016.67	42.48	970 – 1,210	22799	52713	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $28,017 2,905.1% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
3	Pacific Union College	Volleyball	26887.95	42.48	970 – 1,210	22799	52713	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $26,888 7,823.5% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
4	Pacific Union College	Basketball	26762.78	42.48	970 – 1,210	22799	52713	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $26,763 1,861.0% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
5	Soka University of America	Soccer	3914.34	69.52	1,220 – 1,460	18807	51242	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Soka University of America Aliso Viejo, CA The Soka University of America, a fairly new school (founded in 2001), focuses on pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. It was created by the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, Daisaku Ikeda. Students enjoy a cozy 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,914 4,859.9% Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $18,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
6	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott	Golf	1450.5	76.58	1,160 – 1,360	41209	65391	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott, AZ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott campus is located just north of a wildlife sanctuary and the Willow Creek Reservoir. Alumni of the school have gone on to have impressive careers as astronauts, scientists, military members, authors, athletes, and politicians....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,451 65.0% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $41,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
7	University of California-Merced	Basketball	1354.78	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,355 255.2% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
8	California State University Maritime Academy	Basketball	1110.12	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,110 0.0% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
9	University of California-Merced	Water Polo	1083.65	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,084 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
10	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott	Basketball	630.96	76.58	1,160 – 1,360	41209	65391	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott, AZ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott campus is located just north of a wildlife sanctuary and the Willow Creek Reservoir. Alumni of the school have gone on to have impressive careers as astronauts, scientists, military members, authors, athletes, and politicians....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $631 208.0% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $41,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
11	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott	Wrestling	604.53	76.58	1,160 – 1,360	41209	65391	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott, AZ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott campus is located just north of a wildlife sanctuary and the Willow Creek Reservoir. Alumni of the school have gone on to have impressive careers as astronauts, scientists, military members, authors, athletes, and politicians....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $605 69.2% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $41,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
12	University of California-Merced	Volleyball	166.77	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $167 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
13	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	92.56	76.58	1,160 – 1,360	41209	65391	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott, AZ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott campus is located just north of a wildlife sanctuary and the Willow Creek Reservoir. Alumni of the school have gone on to have impressive careers as astronauts, scientists, military members, authors, athletes, and politicians....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $93 82.1% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $41,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
14	Soka University of America	Cross Country	22.67	69.52	1,220 – 1,460	18807	51242	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Soka University of America Aliso Viejo, CA The Soka University of America, a fairly new school (founded in 2001), focuses on pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. It was created by the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, Daisaku Ikeda. Students enjoy a cozy 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $23 93.4% Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $18,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
15	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott	Soccer	6.73	76.58	1,160 – 1,360	41209	65391	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott, AZ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott campus is located just north of a wildlife sanctuary and the Willow Creek Reservoir. Alumni of the school have gone on to have impressive careers as astronauts, scientists, military members, authors, athletes, and politicians....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7 93.0% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $41,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
16	University of California-Merced	Track and Field (Outdoor)	4.76	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5 116.2% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
17	California State University Maritime Academy	Sailing	0	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
18	Providence Christian College	Baseball	0	92.52	1,010 – 1,210	25354	52373	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,373
19	Providence Christian College	Golf	0	92.52	1,010 – 1,210	25354	52373	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,373
20	Providence Christian College	Soccer	0	92.52	1,010 – 1,210	25354	52373	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,373
21	Providence Christian College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	92.52	1,010 – 1,210	25354	52373	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,373
22	Providence Christian College	Volleyball	0	92.52	1,010 – 1,210	25354	52373	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,373
23	Simpson University	Baseball	0	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
24	Simpson University	Basketball	0	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
25	Simpson University	Football	0	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
26	Simpson University	Golf	0	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
27	Simpson University	Soccer	0	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
28	Simpson University	Softball	0	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
29	Simpson University	Swimming	0	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
30	Simpson University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
31	Simpson University	Cross Country	0	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
32	Simpson University	Volleyball	0	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
33	Simpson University	Wrestling	0	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
34	Simpson University	Other Sports	0	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
35	Simpson University	Beach Volleyball	0	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
36	University of California-Merced	Cross Country	0	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
37	Westcliff University	Baseball	0	45.09	--	26051	63721	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 32% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
38	Westcliff University	Basketball	0	45.09	--	26051	63721	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 32% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
39	Westcliff University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	45.09	--	26051	63721	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 32% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
40	Westcliff University	Soccer	0	45.09	--	26051	63721	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 32% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
41	Westcliff University	Softball	0	45.09	--	26051	63721	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 32% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
42	Westcliff University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	45.09	--	26051	63721	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 32% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
43	Westcliff University	Tennis	0	45.09	--	26051	63721	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 32% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
44	Westcliff University	Volleyball	0	45.09	--	26051	63721	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 32% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
45	Westcliff University	Wrestling	0	45.09	--	26051	63721	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 32% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
46	Westcliff University	Beach Volleyball	0	45.09	--	26051	63721	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 32% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
47	California State University Maritime Academy	Rowing	-0.12	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
48	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott	Baseball	-8.35	76.58	1,160 – 1,360	41209	65391	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott, AZ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott campus is located just north of a wildlife sanctuary and the Willow Creek Reservoir. Alumni of the school have gone on to have impressive careers as astronauts, scientists, military members, authors, athletes, and politicians....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $41,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
49	University of California-Merced	Soccer	-22.42	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
50	California State University Maritime Academy	Cross Country	-81.38	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
51	California State University Maritime Academy	Water Polo	-86.43	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
52	California State University Maritime Academy	Track and Field (Outdoor)	-100	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
53	California State University Maritime Academy	Other Sports	-100.59	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
54	California State University Maritime Academy	Soccer	-130.41	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
55	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott	Volleyball	-161.47	76.58	1,160 – 1,360	41209	65391	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott, AZ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott campus is located just north of a wildlife sanctuary and the Willow Creek Reservoir. Alumni of the school have gone on to have impressive careers as astronauts, scientists, military members, authors, athletes, and politicians....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $41,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
56	California State University Maritime Academy	Golf	-250.27	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
57	Soka University of America	Track and Field (Outdoor)	-432.26	69.52	1,220 – 1,460	18807	51242	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Soka University of America Aliso Viejo, CA The Soka University of America, a fairly new school (founded in 2001), focuses on pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. It was created by the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, Daisaku Ikeda. Students enjoy a cozy 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $18,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
58	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott	Softball	-673.59	76.58	1,160 – 1,360	41209	65391	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott, AZ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott campus is located just north of a wildlife sanctuary and the Willow Creek Reservoir. Alumni of the school have gone on to have impressive careers as astronauts, scientists, military members, authors, athletes, and politicians....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $41,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
59	Soka University of America	Swimming	-1312.5	69.52	1,220 – 1,460	18807	51242	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Soka University of America Aliso Viejo, CA The Soka University of America, a fairly new school (founded in 2001), focuses on pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. It was created by the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, Daisaku Ikeda. Students enjoy a cozy 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $18,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
60	Soka University of America	Track and Field (Indoor)	-1990.06	69.52	1,220 – 1,460	18807	51242	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Soka University of America Aliso Viejo, CA The Soka University of America, a fairly new school (founded in 2001), focuses on pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. It was created by the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, Daisaku Ikeda. Students enjoy a cozy 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $18,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
61	Soka University of America	Golf	-5839.91	69.52	1,220 – 1,460	18807	51242	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Soka University of America Aliso Viejo, CA The Soka University of America, a fairly new school (founded in 2001), focuses on pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. It was created by the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, Daisaku Ikeda. Students enjoy a cozy 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $18,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Cross Country

$30,339 11,223.3%

42.5%

970 – 1,210

$22,799

$52,713

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Soccer

$28,017 2,905.1%

42.5%

970 – 1,210

$22,799

$52,713

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Volleyball

$26,888 7,823.5%

42.5%

970 – 1,210

$22,799

$52,713

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Basketball

$26,763 1,861.0%

42.5%

970 – 1,210

$22,799

$52,713

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Soccer

$3,914 4,859.9%

69.5%

1,220 – 1,460

$18,807

$51,242

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Golf

$1,451 65.0%

76.6%

1,160 – 1,360

$41,209

$65,391

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Basketball

$1,355 255.2%

91.5%

980 – 1,160

$13,232

$48,475

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Basketball

$1,110 0.0%

98.7%

930 – 1,210

$16,081

$84,676

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Water Polo

$1,084 0.0%

91.5%

980 – 1,160

$13,232

$48,475

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Basketball

$631 208.0%

76.6%

1,160 – 1,360

$41,209

$65,391

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Wrestling

$605 69.2%

76.6%

1,160 – 1,360

$41,209

$65,391

$30,339
11,223.3%

$28,017
2,905.1%

$26,888
7,823.5%

$26,763
1,861.0%

$3,914
4,859.9%

$1,451
65.0%

$1,355
255.2%

$1,110
0.0%

$1,084
0.0%

$631
208.0%

$605
69.2%

$167
0.0%

$93
82.1%

$23
93.4%

$7
93.0%

$5
116.2%