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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	Yale University	Tennis	285706.61	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $285,707 12,224.7% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
2	Yale University	Basketball	4167.43	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,167 81.8% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
3	Yale University	Football	2680.92	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,681 0.9% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
4	Yale University	Squash	2353	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,353 64.3% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
5	Yale University	Soccer	1349.27	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,349 52.0% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
6	Yale University	Field Hockey	1020.74	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,021 432.9% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
7	Cornell University	Other Sports	816.46	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $816 669.2% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
8	Yale University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	777.49	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $777 192.6% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
9	Yale University	Sailing	713.12	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $713 149.9% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
10	Yale University	Rowing	574.89	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $575 123.4% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
11	Yale University	Lacrosse	232.24	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $232 81.1% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
12	Yale University	Volleyball	116.37	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $116 129.1% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
13	Yale University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	112.08	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $112 357.7% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
14	Yale University	Softball	35.87	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $36 100.9% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
15	Yale University	Golf	0.06	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 100.0% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
16	Dartmouth College	Tennis	0.05	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 0.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
17	Dartmouth College	Baseball	0.03	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 0.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
18	Dartmouth College	Sailing	0.03	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 0.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
19	Dartmouth College	Skiing	0.02	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Skiing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 0.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
20	Dartmouth College	Lacrosse	0.01	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 0.0% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
21	Brown University	Baseball	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
22	Brown University	Basketball	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
23	Brown University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
24	Brown University	Fencing	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Fencing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
25	Brown University	Field Hockey	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
26	Brown University	Football	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
27	Brown University	Gymnastics	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
28	Brown University	Ice Hockey	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
29	Brown University	Lacrosse	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
30	Brown University	Rowing	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
31	Brown University	Soccer	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
32	Brown University	Softball	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
33	Brown University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
34	Brown University	Tennis	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
35	Brown University	Volleyball	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
36	Brown University	Water Polo	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
37	Brown University	Wrestling	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
38	Brown University	Other Sports	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
39	Brown University	Equestrian	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
40	Brown University	Sailing	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26608	79131	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
41	Columbia University in the City of New York	Baseball	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
42	Columbia University in the City of New York	Basketball	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
43	Columbia University in the City of New York	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
44	Columbia University in the City of New York	Fencing	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Fencing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
45	Columbia University in the City of New York	Field Hockey	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
46	Columbia University in the City of New York	Football	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
47	Columbia University in the City of New York	Golf	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
48	Columbia University in the City of New York	Lacrosse	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
49	Columbia University in the City of New York	Rowing	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
50	Columbia University in the City of New York	Soccer	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
51	Columbia University in the City of New York	Softball	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
52	Columbia University in the City of New York	Squash	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
53	Columbia University in the City of New York	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
54	Columbia University in the City of New York	Tennis	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
55	Columbia University in the City of New York	Volleyball	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
56	Columbia University in the City of New York	Wrestling	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
57	Columbia University in the City of New York	Other Sports	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
58	Columbia University in the City of New York	Archery	0	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Archery Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
59	Cornell University	Baseball	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
60	Cornell University	Basketball	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
61	Cornell University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
62	Cornell University	Fencing	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Fencing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
63	Cornell University	Field Hockey	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
64	Cornell University	Football	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
65	Cornell University	Golf	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
66	Cornell University	Gymnastics	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
67	Cornell University	Ice Hockey	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
68	Cornell University	Lacrosse	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
69	Cornell University	Rowing	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
70	Cornell University	Soccer	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
71	Cornell University	Softball	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
72	Cornell University	Squash	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
73	Cornell University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
74	Cornell University	Tennis	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
75	Cornell University	Volleyball	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
76	Cornell University	Wrestling	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
77	Cornell University	Equestrian	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
78	Cornell University	Sailing	0	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
79	Dartmouth College	Basketball	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
80	Dartmouth College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
81	Dartmouth College	Field Hockey	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
82	Dartmouth College	Football	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
83	Dartmouth College	Golf	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
84	Dartmouth College	Ice Hockey	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
85	Dartmouth College	Rowing	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
86	Dartmouth College	Soccer	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
87	Dartmouth College	Softball	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
88	Dartmouth College	Squash	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
89	Dartmouth College	Other Sports	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
90	Dartmouth College	Equestrian	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
91	Harvard University	Baseball	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
92	Harvard University	Basketball	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
93	Harvard University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
94	Harvard University	Fencing	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Fencing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
95	Harvard University	Field Hockey	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
96	Harvard University	Football	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
97	Harvard University	Golf	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
98	Harvard University	Ice Hockey	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
99	Harvard University	Lacrosse	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
100	Harvard University	Rowing	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
101	Harvard University	Skiing	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Skiing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
102	Harvard University	Soccer	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
103	Harvard University	Softball	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
104	Harvard University	Squash	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
105	Harvard University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
106	Harvard University	Tennis	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
107	Harvard University	Volleyball	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
108	Harvard University	Water Polo	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
109	Harvard University	Wrestling	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
110	Harvard University	Other Sports	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
111	Harvard University	Sailing	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17900	99572	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
112	Princeton University	Baseball	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
113	Princeton University	Basketball	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
114	Princeton University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
115	Princeton University	Fencing	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Fencing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
116	Princeton University	Field Hockey	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
117	Princeton University	Football	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
118	Princeton University	Golf	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
119	Princeton University	Ice Hockey	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
120	Princeton University	Lacrosse	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
121	Princeton University	Rowing	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
122	Princeton University	Soccer	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
123	Princeton University	Softball	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
124	Princeton University	Squash	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#124 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
125	Princeton University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#125 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
126	Princeton University	Tennis	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#126 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
127	Princeton University	Volleyball	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#127 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
128	Princeton University	Water Polo	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#128 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
129	Princeton University	Wrestling	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#129 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
130	Princeton University	Other Sports	0	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#130 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
131	University of Pennsylvania	Baseball	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#131 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
132	University of Pennsylvania	Basketball	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#132 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
133	University of Pennsylvania	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#133 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
134	University of Pennsylvania	Fencing	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#134 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Fencing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
135	University of Pennsylvania	Field Hockey	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#135 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
136	University of Pennsylvania	Football	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#136 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
137	University of Pennsylvania	Golf	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#137 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
138	University of Pennsylvania	Gymnastics	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#138 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
139	University of Pennsylvania	Lacrosse	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#139 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
140	University of Pennsylvania	Rowing	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#140 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
141	University of Pennsylvania	Soccer	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#141 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
142	University of Pennsylvania	Softball	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#142 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
143	University of Pennsylvania	Squash	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#143 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
144	University of Pennsylvania	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#144 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
145	University of Pennsylvania	Tennis	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#145 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
146	University of Pennsylvania	Volleyball	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#146 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
147	University of Pennsylvania	Wrestling	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#147 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
148	University of Pennsylvania	Other Sports	0	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#148 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
149	Yale University	Baseball	0	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#149 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
150	Yale University	Fencing	0	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#150 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Fencing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
151	Yale University	Gymnastics	0	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#151 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
152	Yale University	Ice Hockey	0	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#152 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
153	Yale University	Other Sports	0	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#153 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
154	Dartmouth College	Volleyball	-0.05	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#154 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
155	Dartmouth College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-0.1	5.4	1,500 – 1,580	17322	82541	#155 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $17,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group

Tennis

$285,707 12,224.7%

3.9%

1,470 – 1,570

$26,044

$81,765

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group

Basketball

$4,167 81.8%

3.9%

1,470 – 1,570

$26,044

$81,765

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group

Football

$2,681 0.9%

3.9%

1,470 – 1,570

$26,044

$81,765

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group

Squash

$2,353 64.3%

3.9%

1,470 – 1,570

$26,044

$81,765

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group

Soccer

$1,349 52.0%

3.9%

1,470 – 1,570

$26,044

$81,765

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group

Field Hockey

$1,021 432.9%

3.9%

1,470 – 1,570

$26,044

$81,765

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group

Other Sports

$816 669.2%

8.4%

1,490 – 1,570

$26,455

$87,830

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group

Swimming and Diving (combined)

$777 192.6%

3.9%

1,470 – 1,570

$26,044

$81,765

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group

Sailing

$713 149.9%

3.9%

1,470 – 1,570

$26,044

$81,765

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group

Rowing

$575 123.4%

3.9%

1,470 – 1,570

$26,044

$81,765

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Ivy Group

Lacrosse

$232 81.1%

3.9%

1,470 – 1,570

$26,044

$81,765

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