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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	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Other Sports	33857.25	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $33,857 4,926.4% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
2	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Basketball	15082.35	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $15,082 32.3% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
3	Lawrence Technological University	Ice Hockey	13833.33	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13,833 95.2% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
4	Lawrence Technological University	Cross Country	12712.61	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,713 26.3% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
5	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Tennis	12045.62	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,046 801.5% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
6	Taylor University	Volleyball	12021.89	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,022 145.3% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
7	Lawrence Technological University	Track and Field (Indoor)	10236.89	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,237 286.7% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
8	Lawrence Technological University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	10236.83	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,237 303.6% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
9	Taylor University	Basketball	9613.76	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,614 539.3% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
10	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Baseball	8770.73	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,771 1,997.6% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
11	Lawrence Technological University	Tennis	6985.05	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,985 420.9% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
12	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Volleyball	6767.71	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,768 570.7% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
13	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Softball	6618.52	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,619 772.3% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
14	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Golf	6530.93	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,531 1,033.5% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
15	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Soccer	5799.5	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,800 453.4% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
16	Lawrence Technological University	Volleyball	5138.61	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,139 89.6% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
17	Olivet Nazarene University	Golf	4948.95	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,949 24.2% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
18	Lawrence Technological University	Golf	4409.35	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,409 231.7% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
19	Judson University	Golf	4040.46	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,040 36.1% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
20	Madonna University	Other Sports	4021.22	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,021 5,788.4% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
21	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Track and Field (Indoor)	3891.78	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,892 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
22	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Track and Field (Outdoor)	3891.78	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,892 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
23	Olivet Nazarene University	Soccer	3633.13	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,633 1.0% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
24	Taylor University	Baseball	2677.79	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,678 34.3% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
25	Olivet Nazarene University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	2624.81	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,625 130.0% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
26	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Softball	2273.97	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,274 58.6% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
27	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Swimming and Diving (combined)	2259.88	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,260 Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
28	Madonna University	Bowling	2172	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,172 273.7% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
29	Olivet Nazarene University	Swimming	1893.25	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,893 160.5% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
30	Madonna University	Volleyball	1882.4	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,882 262.5% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
31	Taylor University	Soccer	1869.08	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,869 60.5% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
32	Olivet Nazarene University	Volleyball	1668.3	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,668 182.6% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
33	Lawrence Technological University	Bowling	1643.38	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,643 85.8% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
34	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Cross Country	1622.25	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,622 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
35	Taylor University	Lacrosse	1532.83	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,533 0.0% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
36	Taylor University	Football	1423.07	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,423 541.8% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
37	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Baseball	1290.94	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,291 15.5% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
38	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Tennis	1279.55	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,280 58.4% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
39	Taylor University	Cross Country	1144.98	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,145 3.1% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
40	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Bowling	1049.33	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,049 18.2% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
41	Saint Ambrose University	Wrestling	1037.08	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,037 126.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
42	University of St Francis	Golf	934.38	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $934 103.9% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
43	University of St Francis	Basketball	903.22	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $903 68.9% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
44	Saint Ambrose University	Softball	900.96	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $901 35.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
45	Saint Ambrose University	Basketball	871.55	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $872 106.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
46	University of St Francis	Football	790.86	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $791 39.6% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
47	Judson University	Tennis	616.88	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $617 131.8% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
48	Siena Heights University	Volleyball	612.07	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $612 775.9% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
49	Taylor University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	580.36	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $580 40.9% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
50	University of St Francis	Other Sports	519.29	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $519 66.9% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
51	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Football	515.09	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $515 23.8% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
52	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Bowling	514.43	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $514 0.0% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
53	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Cross Country	512.56	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $513 63.6% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
54	Saint Ambrose University	Football	512.21	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $512 90.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
55	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Volleyball	486.9	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $487 56.8% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
56	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Golf	442.67	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $443 80.9% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
57	University of St Francis	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	435.2	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $435 409.2% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
58	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Lacrosse	408.43	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $408 217.5% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
59	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Basketball	366.93	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $367 57.4% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
60	University of St Francis	Soccer	353.33	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $353 134.6% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
61	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Other Sports	346.17	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $346 157.1% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
62	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Football	337.14	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $337 96.2% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
63	Saint Ambrose University	Cross Country	321.48	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $321 6.1% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
64	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Track and Field (Outdoor)	298.3	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $298 53.5% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
65	Saint Ambrose University	Baseball	277.56	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $278 145.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
66	Judson University	Soccer	273.35	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $273 5,356.1% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
67	Judson University	Cross Country	251.42	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $251 0.0% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
68	Olivet Nazarene University	Baseball	240.61	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $241 94.1% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
69	Saint Ambrose University	Other Sports	224.9	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $225 19.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
70	Saint Ambrose University	Volleyball	205.83	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $206 279.1% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
71	Taylor University	Softball	203.71	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $204 90.7% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
72	Saint Ambrose University	Golf	203.29	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $203 50.2% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
73	Judson University	Softball	196.62	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $197 81.5% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
74	Siena Heights University	Bowling	183.04	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $183 31.3% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
75	Saint Ambrose University	Soccer	173.27	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $173 20.5% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
76	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Tennis	167.04	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $167 159.5% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
77	Siena Heights University	Football	159.49	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $159 0.0% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
78	University of St Francis	Tennis	135.85	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $136 76.9% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
79	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Track and Field (Indoor)	128.11	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $128 33.7% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
80	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Track and Field (Outdoor)	128.11	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $128 33.7% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
81	Saint Ambrose University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	128.06	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $128 9.2% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
82	Judson University	Basketball	127.74	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $128 71.5% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
83	Saint Ambrose University	Swimming	124.15	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $124 Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
84	Saint Ambrose University	Tennis	120.37	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $120 30.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
85	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Cross Country	120.17	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $120 24.8% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
86	University of St Francis	Softball	109.05	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $109 0.0% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
87	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Ice Hockey	101.87	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $102 179.3% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
88	Taylor University	Golf	94.47	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $94 0.2% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
89	Siena Heights University	Other Sports	94.26	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $94 74.6% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
90	Siena Heights University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	88.96	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $89 157.8% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
91	Saint Ambrose University	Lacrosse	85	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $85 40.5% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
92	Siena Heights University	Golf	79.19	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $79 0.0% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
93	Siena Heights University	Baseball	72.37	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $72 0.0% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
94	University of St Francis	Volleyball	70.06	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $70 6.1% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
95	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Soccer	65.15	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $65 74.4% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
96	Saint Ambrose University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	63.95	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $64 27.1% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
97	Siena Heights University	Softball	58.34	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $58 0.0% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
98	Saint Ambrose University	Track and Field (Indoor)	49.6	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $50 39.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
99	Saint Ambrose University	Bowling	44.8	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $45 19.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
100	Judson University	Baseball	32.54	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $33 93.5% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
101	University of St Francis	Bowling	28.28	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $28 33.1% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
102	Judson University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	1.57	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2 94.9% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
103	Judson University	Bowling	0.06	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 97.8% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
104	Judson University	Volleyball	0.02	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 99.9% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
105	Judson University	Football	0	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
106	Madonna University	Golf	0	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
107	Madonna University	Softball	0	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
108	Madonna University	Cross Country	0	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
109	Marian University	Baseball	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
110	Marian University	Basketball	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
111	Marian University	Football	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
112	Marian University	Golf	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
113	Marian University	Lacrosse	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
114	Marian University	Soccer	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
115	Marian University	Softball	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
116	Marian University	Tennis	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
117	Marian University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
118	Marian University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
119	Marian University	Cross Country	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
120	Marian University	Volleyball	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
121	Marian University	Wrestling	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
122	Marian University	Other Sports	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
123	Marian University	Bowling	0	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
124	Saint Xavier University	Baseball	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#124 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
125	Saint Xavier University	Basketball	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#125 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
126	Saint Xavier University	Football	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#126 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
127	Saint Xavier University	Golf	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#127 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
128	Saint Xavier University	Soccer	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#128 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
129	Saint Xavier University	Softball	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#129 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
130	Saint Xavier University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#130 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
131	Saint Xavier University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#131 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
132	Saint Xavier University	Cross Country	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#132 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
133	Saint Xavier University	Volleyball	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#133 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
134	Saint Xavier University	Other Sports	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#134 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
135	Saint Xavier University	Bowling	0	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#135 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
136	Siena Heights University	Basketball	0	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#136 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
137	Siena Heights University	Lacrosse	0	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#137 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
138	Siena Heights University	Soccer	0	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#138 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
139	Siena Heights University	Wrestling	0	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#139 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
140	Taylor University	Other Sports	0	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#140 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
141	University of St Francis	Baseball	0	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#141 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
142	Madonna University	Track and Field (Indoor)	-22.99	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#142 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
143	Madonna University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	-22.99	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#143 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
144	Olivet Nazarene University	Tennis	-152.38	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#144 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
145	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Soccer	-196.28	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#145 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
146	Madonna University	Soccer	-214.9	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#146 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
147	Madonna University	Basketball	-302.19	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#147 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
148	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Golf	-312.59	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#148 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
149	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Baseball	-339.48	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#149 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
150	Madonna University	Lacrosse	-354.62	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#150 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
151	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Football	-396.34	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#151 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
152	Olivet Nazarene University	Basketball	-554.52	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#152 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
153	Madonna University	Football	-620.57	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#153 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
154	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Softball	-1425.62	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#154 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
155	Olivet Nazarene University	Football	-1444.88	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#155 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
156	Lawrence Technological University	Soccer	-1488.19	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#156 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
157	Madonna University	Baseball	-1676.87	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#157 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
158	Lawrence Technological University	Football	-2663.45	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#158 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
159	Lawrence Technological University	Lacrosse	-2768.55	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#159 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
160	Lawrence Technological University	Softball	-3180.96	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#160 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
161	Lawrence Technological University	Basketball	-4248.78	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#161 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
162	Olivet Nazarene University	Softball	-4263.81	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#162 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
163	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Volleyball	-5150.22	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#163 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
164	Lawrence Technological University	Baseball	-7140.22	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#164 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
165	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Basketball	-8608.2	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#165 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944

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Other Sports

$33,857 4,926.4%

96.0%

880 – 1,080

$20,897

$47,944

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association

Basketball

$15,082 32.3%

82.2%

1,050 – 1,220

$23,364

$51,329

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association

Ice Hockey

$13,833 95.2%

74.0%

1,050 – 1,260

$33,807

$58,827

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association

Cross Country

$12,713 26.3%

74.0%

1,050 – 1,260

$33,807

$58,827

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association

Tennis

$12,046 801.5%

96.0%

880 – 1,080

$20,897

$47,944

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association

Volleyball

$12,022 145.3%

73.5%

1,120 – 1,360

$25,698

$45,142

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association

Track and Field (Indoor)

$10,237 286.7%

74.0%

1,050 – 1,260

$33,807

$58,827

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association

Track and Field (Outdoor)

$10,237 303.6%

74.0%

1,050 – 1,260

$33,807

$58,827

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association

Basketball

$9,614 539.3%

73.5%

1,120 – 1,360

$25,698

$45,142

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association

Baseball

$8,771 1,997.6%

96.0%

880 – 1,080

$20,897

$47,944

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mid-States Football Association

Tennis

$6,985 420.9%

74.0%

1,050 – 1,260

$33,807

$58,827

$33,857
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$15,082
32.3%

$13,833
95.2%

$12,713
26.3%

$12,046
801.5%

$12,022
145.3%

$10,237
286.7%

$10,237
303.6%

$9,614
539.3%

$8,771
1,997.6%

$6,985
420.9%

$6,768
570.7%

$6,619
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$6,531
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$5,800
453.4%

$5,139
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$4,949
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