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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	Linfield University	Softball	4878.04	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,878 8.4% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
2	Whitworth University	Basketball	3460.5	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,461 300.2% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
3	Linfield University	Baseball	2760.92	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,761 10.3% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
4	Whitman College	Golf	2703.71	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,704 58.3% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
5	Linfield University	Basketball	2419.29	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,419 41.6% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
6	Linfield University	Cross Country	2138.29	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,138 41,945.2% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
7	Whitman College	Tennis	1943.93	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,944 12.0% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
8	Linfield University	Golf	1925.44	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,925 6,175.9% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
9	George Fox University	Volleyball	1619.06	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,619 61.6% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
10	Whitman College	Volleyball	1560.21	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,560 23.5% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
11	Whitworth University	Football	1488.23	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,488 840.5% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
12	Linfield University	Football	1409.21	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,409 56.7% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
13	Whitman College	Basketball	1360.33	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,360 22.0% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
14	Linfield University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	1279.87	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,280 461.9% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
15	Whitman College	Swimming	1175.4	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,175 24.1% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
16	Linfield University	Lacrosse	1126.31	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,126 1,082.5% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
17	Whitworth University	Swimming	1096.09	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,096 88.3% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
18	Whitworth University	Soccer	924.36	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $924 256.5% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
19	Linfield University	Soccer	891.24	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $891 41.5% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
20	Whitworth University	Softball	854.57	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $855 910.7% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
21	Whitman College	Soccer	849.64	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $850 5.6% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
22	George Fox University	Baseball	842.04	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $842 12.8% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
23	Whitman College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	820.32	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $820 345.8% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
24	George Fox University	Softball	647.29	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $647 54.4% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
25	Whitworth University	Tennis	563.27	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $563 176,121.9% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
26	George Fox University	Basketball	517.12	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $517 26.6% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
27	Linfield University	Volleyball	477.64	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $478 7,539.9% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
28	Linfield University	Tennis	471	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $471 190.9% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
29	Whitworth University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	450.67	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $451 1,747.0% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
30	Whitman College	Lacrosse	389.95	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $390 24.0% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
31	George Fox University	Other Sports	327.59	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $328 478.6% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
32	Whitman College	Baseball	258.03	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $258 89.1% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
33	Whitworth University	Cross Country	226.42	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $226 15.4% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
34	Whitworth University	Golf	215.95	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $216 135.5% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
35	Whitworth University	Track and Field (Indoor)	170.69	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $171 1,723.6% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
36	George Fox University	Lacrosse	153.31	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $153 73.8% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
37	Linfield University	Swimming	142.79	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $143 89.6% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
38	George Fox University	Football	137.15	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $137 72.8% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
39	Whitworth University	Volleyball	127.25	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $127 58.9% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
40	Whitworth University	Baseball	92.31	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $92 76.9% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
41	George Fox University	Tennis	66.2	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $66 60.3% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
42	George Fox University	Soccer	57.72	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $58 140.5% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
43	George Fox University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	39.57	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $40 10.7% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
44	George Fox University	Swimming	18.24	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $18 54.0% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
45	George Fox University	Golf	14.71	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $15 52.9% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
46	Whitworth University	Lacrosse	0.95	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1 99.3% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
47	Lewis & Clark College	Baseball	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
48	Lewis & Clark College	Basketball	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
49	Lewis & Clark College	Football	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
50	Lewis & Clark College	Golf	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
51	Lewis & Clark College	Lacrosse	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
52	Lewis & Clark College	Rowing	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
53	Lewis & Clark College	Soccer	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
54	Lewis & Clark College	Softball	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
55	Lewis & Clark College	Swimming	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
56	Lewis & Clark College	Tennis	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
57	Lewis & Clark College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
58	Lewis & Clark College	Cross Country	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
59	Lewis & Clark College	Volleyball	0	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	38247	43608	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
60	Linfield University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
61	Linfield University	Wrestling	0	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
62	Pacific University	Baseball	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
63	Pacific University	Basketball	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
64	Pacific University	Football	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
65	Pacific University	Golf	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
66	Pacific University	Lacrosse	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
67	Pacific University	Rowing	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
68	Pacific University	Soccer	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
69	Pacific University	Softball	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
70	Pacific University	Swimming	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
71	Pacific University	Tennis	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
72	Pacific University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
73	Pacific University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
74	Pacific University	Cross Country	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
75	Pacific University	Volleyball	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
76	Pacific University	Wrestling	0	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
77	University of Puget Sound	Baseball	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
78	University of Puget Sound	Basketball	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
79	University of Puget Sound	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound 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 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
80	University of Puget Sound	Football	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
81	University of Puget Sound	Golf	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
82	University of Puget Sound	Lacrosse	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
83	University of Puget Sound	Rowing	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
84	University of Puget Sound	Soccer	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
85	University of Puget Sound	Softball	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
86	University of Puget Sound	Swimming	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
87	University of Puget Sound	Tennis	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
88	University of Puget Sound	Volleyball	0	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
89	Willamette University	Baseball	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
90	Willamette University	Basketball	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
91	Willamette University	Football	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
92	Willamette University	Golf	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
93	Willamette University	Lacrosse	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
94	Willamette University	Soccer	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
95	Willamette University	Softball	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
96	Willamette University	Swimming	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
97	Willamette University	Tennis	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
98	Willamette University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
99	Willamette University	Cross Country	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
100	Willamette University	Volleyball	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
101	Willamette University	Other Sports	0	77.09	1,260 – 1,420	27716	38932	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 37 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference

Softball

$4,878 8.4%

85.2%

1,050 – 1,240

$31,462

$70,643

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference

Basketball

$3,461 300.2%

86.8%

1,100 – 1,340

$27,491

$49,510

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference

Baseball

$2,761 10.3%

85.2%

1,050 – 1,240

$31,462

$70,643

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference

Golf

$2,704 58.3%

38.2%

1,330 – 1,480

$41,601

$45,594

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference

Basketball

$2,419 41.6%

85.2%

1,050 – 1,240

$31,462

$70,643

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference

Cross Country

$2,138 41,945.2%

85.2%

1,050 – 1,240

$31,462

$70,643

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference

Tennis

$1,944 12.0%

38.2%

1,330 – 1,480

$41,601

$45,594

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference

Golf

$1,925 6,175.9%

85.2%

1,050 – 1,240

$31,462

$70,643

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference

Volleyball

$1,619 61.6%

93.5%

1,060 – 1,340

$30,649

$53,568

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference

Volleyball

$1,560 23.5%

38.2%

1,330 – 1,480

$41,601

$45,594

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Northwest Conference

Football

$1,488 840.5%

86.8%

1,100 – 1,340

$27,491

$49,510

$4,878
8.4%

$3,461
300.2%

$2,761
10.3%

$2,704
58.3%

$2,419
41.6%

$2,138
41,945.2%

$1,944
12.0%

$1,925
6,175.9%

$1,619
61.6%

$1,560
23.5%

$1,488
840.5%

$1,409
56.7%

$1,360
22.0%

$1,280
461.9%

$1,175
24.1%

$1,126
1,082.5%

$1,096
88.3%

$924
256.5%