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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	Cal Poly Maritime Academy	Sailing	3271.47	95.01	1,010 – 1,210	19040	84676	#1 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Cal Poly 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 8 programs. Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,271 0.0% Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,040 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
2	Soka University of America	Soccer	2179.96	43.62	1,340 – 1,510	15691	51242	#2 2027 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 $2,180 44.3% Acceptance Rate 43.6% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $15,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
3	Soka University of America	Track and Field (Indoor)	1374.91	43.62	1,340 – 1,510	15691	51242	#3 2027 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 $1,375 169.1% Acceptance Rate 43.6% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $15,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
4	Soka University of America	Track and Field (Outdoor)	1063.83	43.62	1,340 – 1,510	15691	51242	#4 2027 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 $1,064 346.1% Acceptance Rate 43.6% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $15,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
5	University of California-Merced	Water Polo	976.08	97.04	980 – 1,160	13690	48475	#5 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference University of California-Merced Merced, CA UC Merced, opened in 2005, is one of the newest schools to join the University of California system. 84% of students receive institutional grant aid, $12,518 on average per student. Not far from Yosemite National Park, Lake Yosemite borders the campus’s north side. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $976 9.9% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,690 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
6	University of California-Merced	Basketball	441.84	97.04	980 – 1,160	13690	48475	#6 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference University of California-Merced Merced, CA UC Merced, opened in 2005, is one of the newest schools to join the University of California system. 84% of students receive institutional grant aid, $12,518 on average per student. Not far from Yosemite National Park, Lake Yosemite borders the campus’s north side. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $442 67.4% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,690 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
7	University of California-Merced	Soccer	278.45	97.04	980 – 1,160	13690	48475	#7 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference University of California-Merced Merced, CA UC Merced, opened in 2005, is one of the newest schools to join the University of California system. 84% of students receive institutional grant aid, $12,518 on average per student. Not far from Yosemite National Park, Lake Yosemite borders the campus’s north side. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $278 1,342.0% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,690 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
8	University of California-Merced	Volleyball	198.68	97.04	980 – 1,160	13690	48475	#8 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference University of California-Merced Merced, CA UC Merced, opened in 2005, is one of the newest schools to join the University of California system. 84% of students receive institutional grant aid, $12,518 on average per student. Not far from Yosemite National Park, Lake Yosemite borders the campus’s north side. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $199 19.1% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,690 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
9	Pacific Union College	Soccer	198.53	47.3	950 – 1,190	22767	52713	#9 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 47% 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 $199 99.3% Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
10	Westcliff University	Basketball	149.89	73.17	--	35553	63721	#10 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 22% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $150 0.0% Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $35,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
11	Pacific Union College	Volleyball	117.94	47.3	950 – 1,190	22767	52713	#11 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 47% 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 $118 99.6% Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
12	Westcliff University	Other Sports	98.94	73.17	--	35553	63721	#12 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 22% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $99 Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $35,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
13	Soka University of America	Volleyball	46.5	43.62	1,340 – 1,510	15691	51242	#13 2027 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $47 Acceptance Rate 43.6% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $15,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
14	Westcliff University	Baseball	40.51	73.17	--	35553	63721	#14 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 22% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $41 0.0% Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $35,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
15	Pacific Union College	Basketball	27.4	47.3	950 – 1,190	22767	52713	#15 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 47% 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 $27 99.9% Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
16	Cal Poly Maritime Academy	Rowing	25.41	95.01	1,010 – 1,210	19040	84676	#16 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Cal Poly 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 8 programs. Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $25 21,275.0% Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,040 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
17	La Sierra University	Baseball	0	90.69	1,010 – 1,240	23848	42617	#17 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 91% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 77% first year retention rate and 42% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
18	La Sierra University	Basketball	0	90.69	1,010 – 1,240	23848	42617	#18 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 91% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 77% first year retention rate and 42% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
19	La Sierra University	Soccer	0	90.69	1,010 – 1,240	23848	42617	#19 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 91% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 77% first year retention rate and 42% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
20	La Sierra University	Softball	0	90.69	1,010 – 1,240	23848	42617	#20 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 91% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 77% first year retention rate and 42% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
21	La Sierra University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	90.69	1,010 – 1,240	23848	42617	#21 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 91% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 77% first year retention rate and 42% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
22	La Sierra University	Cross Country	0	90.69	1,010 – 1,240	23848	42617	#22 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 91% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 77% first year retention rate and 42% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
23	La Sierra University	Volleyball	0	90.69	1,010 – 1,240	23848	42617	#23 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 91% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 77% first year retention rate and 42% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
24	University of California-Merced	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	97.04	980 – 1,160	13690	48475	#24 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference University of California-Merced Merced, CA UC Merced, opened in 2005, is one of the newest schools to join the University of California system. 84% of students receive institutional grant aid, $12,518 on average per student. Not far from Yosemite National Park, Lake Yosemite borders the campus’s north side. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,690 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
25	University of California-Merced	Cross Country	0	97.04	980 – 1,160	13690	48475	#25 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference University of California-Merced Merced, CA UC Merced, opened in 2005, is one of the newest schools to join the University of California system. 84% of students receive institutional grant aid, $12,518 on average per student. Not far from Yosemite National Park, Lake Yosemite borders the campus’s north side. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,690 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
26	Westcliff University	Soccer	0	73.17	--	35553	63721	#26 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 22% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $35,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
27	Westcliff University	Softball	0	73.17	--	35553	63721	#27 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 22% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $35,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
28	Westcliff University	Volleyball	0	73.17	--	35553	63721	#28 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 22% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $35,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
29	Westcliff University	Water Polo	0	73.17	--	35553	63721	#29 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 22% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $35,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
30	Westcliff University	Wrestling	0	73.17	--	35553	63721	#30 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 22% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $35,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
31	Soka University of America	Cross Country	-11.72	43.62	1,340 – 1,510	15691	51242	#31 2027 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 -- Acceptance Rate 43.6% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $15,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
32	Pacific Union College	Cross Country	-15.26	47.3	950 – 1,190	22767	52713	#32 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 47% 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 -- Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
33	Cal Poly Maritime Academy	Other Sports	-294.15	95.01	1,010 – 1,210	19040	84676	#33 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Cal Poly 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 8 programs. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,040 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
34	Cal Poly Maritime Academy	Cross Country	-334.95	95.01	1,010 – 1,210	19040	84676	#34 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Cal Poly 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 8 programs. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,040 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
35	Cal Poly Maritime Academy	Soccer	-549.42	95.01	1,010 – 1,210	19040	84676	#35 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Cal Poly 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 8 programs. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,040 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
36	Cal Poly Maritime Academy	Water Polo	-658.26	95.01	1,010 – 1,210	19040	84676	#36 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Cal Poly 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 8 programs. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,040 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
37	Cal Poly Maritime Academy	Golf	-659	95.01	1,010 – 1,210	19040	84676	#37 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Cal Poly 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 8 programs. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,040 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
38	Cal Poly Maritime Academy	Basketball	-705.97	95.01	1,010 – 1,210	19040	84676	#38 2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference Cal Poly 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 8 programs. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,040 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
39	Soka University of America	Swimming	-3619.62	43.62	1,340 – 1,510	15691	51242	#39 2027 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 43.6% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $15,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
40	Soka University of America	Golf	-6340	43.62	1,340 – 1,510	15691	51242	#40 2027 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 43.6% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $15,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242

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2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Sailing

$3,271 0.0%

95.0%

1,010 – 1,210

$19,040

$84,676

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Soccer

$2,180 44.3%

43.6%

1,340 – 1,510

$15,691

$51,242

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Track and Field (Indoor)

$1,375 169.1%

43.6%

1,340 – 1,510

$15,691

$51,242

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Track and Field (Outdoor)

$1,064 346.1%

43.6%

1,340 – 1,510

$15,691

$51,242

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Water Polo

$976 9.9%

97.0%

980 – 1,160

$13,690

$48,475

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Basketball

$442 67.4%

97.0%

980 – 1,160

$13,690

$48,475

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Soccer

$278 1,342.0%

97.0%

980 – 1,160

$13,690

$48,475

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Volleyball

$199 19.1%

97.0%

980 – 1,160

$13,690

$48,475

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Soccer

$199 99.3%

47.3%

950 – 1,190

$22,767

$52,713

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Basketball

$150 0.0%

73.2%

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$35,553

$63,721

2027 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – California Pacific Conference

Volleyball

$118 99.6%

47.3%

950 – 1,190

$22,767

$52,713

$3,271
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$2,180
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$1,375
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$442
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$199
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$118
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