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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	Fairmont State University	Basketball	4595.4	99.24	910 – 1,100	10993	41197	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,595 261.8% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
2	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Golf	2594.4	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,594 78.5% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
3	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Basketball	2196.24	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,196 32.1% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
4	University of Charleston	Softball	1909.65	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,910 349.9% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
5	University of Charleston	Basketball	1764.13	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,764 51.7% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
6	University of Charleston	Tennis	1350.77	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,351 1,102.3% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
7	University of Charleston	Baseball	1161.57	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,162 178.9% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
8	University of Charleston	Soccer	1068.53	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,069 43.0% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
9	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Baseball	936.62	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $937 50.9% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
10	West Virginia State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	845.3	96.37	870 – 1,080	10878	32849	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $845 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
11	University of Charleston	Lacrosse	793.67	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $794 71.6% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
12	Fairmont State University	Football	714.54	99.24	910 – 1,100	10993	41197	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $715 413.7% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
13	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Softball	689.8	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $690 54.0% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
14	West Virginia State University	Football	666.63	96.37	870 – 1,080	10878	32849	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $667 0.0% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
15	West Virginia State University	Tennis	617.93	96.37	870 – 1,080	10878	32849	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $618 0.0% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
16	Fairmont State University	Softball	592.52	99.24	910 – 1,100	10993	41197	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $593 305.0% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
17	Glenville State University	Golf	553.17	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $553 159.6% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
18	Fairmont State University	Swimming	520.41	99.24	910 – 1,100	10993	41197	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $520 209.5% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
19	Fairmont State University	Volleyball	519.11	99.24	910 – 1,100	10993	41197	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $519 14.8% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
20	Fairmont State University	Soccer	504.18	99.24	910 – 1,100	10993	41197	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $504 31.0% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
21	Glenville State University	Basketball	488.17	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $488 147.4% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
22	Glenville State University	Other Sports	457.75	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $458 53.3% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
23	University of Charleston	Volleyball	451.14	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $451 121.8% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
24	Glenville State University	Gymnastics	444.88	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $445 86.3% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
25	Fairmont State University	Cross Country	413.77	99.24	910 – 1,100	10993	41197	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $414 205.6% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
26	Fairmont State University	Gymnastics	376.21	99.24	910 – 1,100	10993	41197	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $376 1,241.1% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
27	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Swimming	375.3	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $375 49.2% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
28	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Wrestling	355.8	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $356 58.6% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
29	West Virginia State University	Other Sports	354.17	96.37	870 – 1,080	10878	32849	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $354 0.0% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
30	University of Charleston	Football	316.28	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $316 182.8% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
31	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Soccer	294.91	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $295 33.4% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
32	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Volleyball	283	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $283 47.3% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
33	Davis & Elkins College	Other Sports	250.71	58.23	910 – 1,140	19762	38495	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $251 1,690.8% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
34	Davis & Elkins College	Tennis	240	58.23	910 – 1,140	19762	38495	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $240 83.7% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
35	Davis & Elkins College	Golf	224.13	58.23	910 – 1,140	19762	38495	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $224 91.1% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
36	Davis & Elkins College	Basketball	186.72	58.23	910 – 1,140	19762	38495	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $187 81.9% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
37	Wheeling University	Volleyball	181.82	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Physical Therapy/Therapist. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $182 107.4% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
38	West Virginia State University	Basketball	149.36	96.37	870 – 1,080	10878	32849	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $149 0.0% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
39	University of Charleston	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	109.4	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $109 613.4% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
40	Glenville State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	107.89	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $108 83.7% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
41	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Football	65.23	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $65 410.8% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
42	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	58	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $58 48.3% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
43	Davis & Elkins College	Soccer	32.94	58.23	910 – 1,140	19762	38495	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $33 89.6% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
44	Fairmont State University	Wrestling	27.21	99.24	910 – 1,100	10993	41197	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $27 93.0% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
45	Wheeling University	Track and Field (Indoor)	15.38	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Physical Therapy/Therapist. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $15 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
46	Wheeling University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	15.38	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Physical Therapy/Therapist. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $15 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
47	Davis & Elkins College	Wrestling	10.4	58.23	910 – 1,140	19762	38495	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10 96.9% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
48	Glenville State University	Volleyball	8.96	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9 99.6% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
49	Davis & Elkins College	Lacrosse	2.48	58.23	910 – 1,140	19762	38495	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2 99.6% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
50	Davis & Elkins College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1.09	58.23	910 – 1,140	19762	38495	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1 98.6% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
51	Concord University	Baseball	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
52	Concord University	Basketball	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
53	Concord University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
54	Concord University	Football	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
55	Concord University	Golf	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
56	Concord University	Soccer	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
57	Concord University	Softball	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
58	Concord University	Volleyball	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
59	Davis & Elkins College	Volleyball	0	58.23	910 – 1,140	19762	38495	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
60	Frostburg State University	Baseball	0	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
61	Frostburg State University	Basketball	0	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
62	Frostburg State University	Field Hockey	0	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
63	Frostburg State University	Football	0	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
64	Frostburg State University	Gymnastics	0	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
65	Frostburg State University	Lacrosse	0	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
66	Frostburg State University	Soccer	0	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
67	Frostburg State University	Softball	0	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
68	Frostburg State University	Swimming	0	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
69	Frostburg State University	Tennis	0	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
70	Frostburg State University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
71	Frostburg State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
72	Frostburg State University	Cross Country	0	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
73	Frostburg State University	Volleyball	0	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
74	Frostburg State University	Wrestling	0	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
75	Frostburg State University	Other Sports	0	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
76	West Liberty University	Baseball	0	72.12	920 – 1,150	14203	36822	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
77	West Liberty University	Basketball	0	72.12	920 – 1,150	14203	36822	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
78	West Liberty University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	72.12	920 – 1,150	14203	36822	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
79	West Liberty University	Football	0	72.12	920 – 1,150	14203	36822	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
80	West Liberty University	Golf	0	72.12	920 – 1,150	14203	36822	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
81	West Liberty University	Gymnastics	0	72.12	920 – 1,150	14203	36822	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
82	West Liberty University	Soccer	0	72.12	920 – 1,150	14203	36822	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
83	West Liberty University	Softball	0	72.12	920 – 1,150	14203	36822	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
84	West Liberty University	Volleyball	0	72.12	920 – 1,150	14203	36822	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
85	West Liberty University	Wrestling	0	72.12	920 – 1,150	14203	36822	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
86	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Baseball	0	95.1	980 – 1,200	20093	42672	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 38 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
87	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Basketball	0	95.1	980 – 1,200	20093	42672	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 38 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
88	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	95.1	980 – 1,200	20093	42672	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 38 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
89	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Football	0	95.1	980 – 1,200	20093	42672	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 38 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
90	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Golf	0	95.1	980 – 1,200	20093	42672	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 38 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
91	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Lacrosse	0	95.1	980 – 1,200	20093	42672	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 38 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
92	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Soccer	0	95.1	980 – 1,200	20093	42672	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 38 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
93	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Softball	0	95.1	980 – 1,200	20093	42672	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 38 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
94	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Swimming	0	95.1	980 – 1,200	20093	42672	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 38 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
95	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Tennis	0	95.1	980 – 1,200	20093	42672	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 38 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
96	West Virginia Wesleyan College	Volleyball	0	95.1	980 – 1,200	20093	42672	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 38 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
97	Wheeling University	Baseball	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Physical Therapy/Therapist. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
98	Wheeling University	Basketball	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Physical Therapy/Therapist. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
99	Wheeling University	Football	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Physical Therapy/Therapist. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
100	Wheeling University	Golf	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Physical Therapy/Therapist. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
101	Wheeling University	Lacrosse	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Physical Therapy/Therapist. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
102	Wheeling University	Soccer	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Physical Therapy/Therapist. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
103	Wheeling University	Softball	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Physical Therapy/Therapist. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
104	Wheeling University	Swimming	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Physical Therapy/Therapist. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
105	Wheeling University	Cross Country	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Physical Therapy/Therapist. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
106	Wheeling University	Wrestling	0	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Physical Therapy/Therapist. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
107	Davis & Elkins College	Swimming	-7.45	58.23	910 – 1,140	19762	38495	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
108	Fairmont State University	Baseball	-60.35	99.24	910 – 1,100	10993	41197	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
109	Glenville State University	Football	-79.1	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
110	Davis & Elkins College	Baseball	-105.8	58.23	910 – 1,140	19762	38495	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
111	University of Charleston	Golf	-150.96	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
112	Glenville State University	Soccer	-165.6	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
113	Glenville State University	Baseball	-172.45	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
114	Glenville State University	Softball	-179.64	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
115	Glenville State University	Wrestling	-215.56	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
116	Davis & Elkins College	Softball	-246.09	58.23	910 – 1,140	19762	38495	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
117	Fairmont State University	Golf	-338.38	99.24	910 – 1,100	10993	41197	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
118	Fairmont State University	Tennis	-853.05	99.24	910 – 1,100	10993	41197	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
119	West Virginia State University	Soccer	-1167.33	96.37	870 – 1,080	10878	32849	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
120	West Virginia State University	Softball	-1337	96.37	870 – 1,080	10878	32849	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
121	West Virginia State University	Volleyball	-1611.41	96.37	870 – 1,080	10878	32849	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
122	West Virginia State University	Baseball	-1965.47	96.37	870 – 1,080	10878	32849	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
123	West Virginia State University	Golf	-4290.17	96.37	870 – 1,080	10878	32849	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference West Virginia State University Institute, WV Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference

Basketball

$4,595 261.8%

99.2%

910 – 1,100

$10,993

$41,197

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference

Golf

$2,594 78.5%

93.4%

890 – 1,090

$9,687

$37,126

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference

Basketball

$2,196 32.1%

93.4%

890 – 1,090

$9,687

$37,126

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference

Softball

$1,910 349.9%

64.6%

1,000 – 1,150

$21,100

$42,698

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference

Basketball

$1,764 51.7%

64.6%

1,000 – 1,150

$21,100

$42,698

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference

Tennis

$1,351 1,102.3%

64.6%

1,000 – 1,150

$21,100

$42,698

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference

Baseball

$1,162 178.9%

64.6%

1,000 – 1,150

$21,100

$42,698

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference

Soccer

$1,069 43.0%

64.6%

1,000 – 1,150

$21,100

$42,698

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference

Baseball

$937 50.9%

93.4%

890 – 1,090

$9,687

$37,126

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

$845

96.4%

870 – 1,080

$10,878

$32,849

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Mountain East Conference

Lacrosse

$794 71.6%

64.6%

1,000 – 1,150

$21,100

$42,698

$4,595
261.8%

$2,594
78.5%

$2,196
32.1%

$1,910
349.9%

$1,764
51.7%

$1,351
1,102.3%

$1,162
178.9%

$1,069
43.0%

$937
50.9%

$794
71.6%

$715
413.7%

$690
54.0%

$667
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$618
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$593
305.0%

$553
159.6%

$520
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