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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	Fresno Pacific University	Baseball	5476.16	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,476 850.0% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
2	Fresno Pacific University	Swimming	5410.57	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,411 0.0% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
3	Fresno Pacific University	Water Polo	4297.12	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,297 1,330.8% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
4	Biola University	Basketball	3533	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,533 109.0% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
5	Azusa Pacific University	Tennis	2526.47	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,526 135.1% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
6	Azusa Pacific University	Basketball	2254.59	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,255 153.6% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
7	Westmont College	Basketball	2016.54	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,017 425.6% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
8	Biola University	Baseball	1982.93	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,983 13,005.9% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
9	Westmont College	Volleyball	1121.15	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,121 83.5% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
10	Biola University	Golf	890.83	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $891 84.1% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
11	Biola University	Volleyball	822.2	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $822 32.9% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
12	Azusa Pacific University	Baseball	814.49	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $814 81.1% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
13	Azusa Pacific University	Volleyball	714.24	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $714 511.7% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
14	Azusa Pacific University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	699.18	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $699 17.9% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
15	Azusa Pacific University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	668.24	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $668 8.3% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
16	Azusa Pacific University	Softball	663.48	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $663 170.1% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
17	Fresno Pacific University	Soccer	590.28	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $590 7.5% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
18	Point Loma Nazarene University	Tennis	584.41	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $584 105.9% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
19	Biola University	Soccer	583.87	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $584 0.0% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
20	Point Loma Nazarene University	Golf	525	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $525 0.0% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
21	Biola University	Water Polo	521.08	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $521 15.5% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
22	Biola University	Softball	287.82	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $288 81.2% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
23	Biola University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	254.41	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $254 21.9% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
24	Westmont College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	178.5	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $179 90.0% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
25	Point Loma Nazarene University	Basketball	128.19	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $128 298.8% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
26	Westmont College	Baseball	126.56	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $127 91.3% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
27	Point Loma Nazarene University	Soccer	115.6	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $116 7.0% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
28	Azusa Pacific University	Soccer	98.75	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $99 87.2% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
29	Point Loma Nazarene University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	89.45	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $89 68.9% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
30	Azusa Pacific University	Water Polo	54.11	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $54 86.4% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
31	Academy of Art University	Baseball	0	100	--	36591	30452	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
32	Academy of Art University	Basketball	0	100	--	36591	30452	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
33	Academy of Art University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	100	--	36591	30452	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
34	Academy of Art University	Golf	0	100	--	36591	30452	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
35	Academy of Art University	Soccer	0	100	--	36591	30452	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
36	Academy of Art University	Softball	0	100	--	36591	30452	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
37	Academy of Art University	Tennis	0	100	--	36591	30452	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
38	Academy of Art University	Volleyball	0	100	--	36591	30452	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
39	Biola University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
40	Biola University	Tennis	0	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
41	Chaminade University of Honolulu	Baseball	0	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Business Administration and Management, General is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
42	Chaminade University of Honolulu	Basketball	0	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Business Administration and Management, General is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
43	Chaminade University of Honolulu	Golf	0	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Business Administration and Management, General is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
44	Chaminade University of Honolulu	Soccer	0	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Business Administration and Management, General is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
45	Chaminade University of Honolulu	Softball	0	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Business Administration and Management, General is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
46	Chaminade University of Honolulu	Tennis	0	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Business Administration and Management, General is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
47	Chaminade University of Honolulu	Cross Country	0	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Business Administration and Management, General is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
48	Chaminade University of Honolulu	Volleyball	0	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Business Administration and Management, General is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
49	Chaminade University of Honolulu	Beach Volleyball	0	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Business Administration and Management, General is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
50	Concordia University-Irvine	Baseball	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
51	Concordia University-Irvine	Basketball	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
52	Concordia University-Irvine	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
53	Concordia University-Irvine	Lacrosse	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
54	Concordia University-Irvine	Soccer	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
55	Concordia University-Irvine	Softball	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
56	Concordia University-Irvine	Swimming	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
57	Concordia University-Irvine	Tennis	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
58	Concordia University-Irvine	Volleyball	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
59	Concordia University-Irvine	Water Polo	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
60	Concordia University-Irvine	Other Sports	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
61	Concordia University-Irvine	Beach Volleyball	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
62	Dominican University of California	Basketball	0	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
63	Dominican University of California	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
64	Dominican University of California	Golf	0	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
65	Dominican University of California	Lacrosse	0	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
66	Dominican University of California	Soccer	0	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
67	Dominican University of California	Softball	0	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
68	Dominican University of California	Tennis	0	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
69	Dominican University of California	Volleyball	0	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
70	Fresno Pacific University	Basketball	0	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
71	Fresno Pacific University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
72	Fresno Pacific University	Tennis	0	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
73	Fresno Pacific University	Volleyball	0	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
74	Hawaii Pacific University	Baseball	0	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
75	Hawaii Pacific University	Basketball	0	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
76	Hawaii Pacific University	Golf	0	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
77	Hawaii Pacific University	Gymnastics	0	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
78	Hawaii Pacific University	Soccer	0	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
79	Hawaii Pacific University	Softball	0	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
80	Hawaii Pacific University	Tennis	0	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
81	Hawaii Pacific University	Cross Country	0	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
82	Hawaii Pacific University	Volleyball	0	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
83	Hawaii Pacific University	Beach Volleyball	0	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
84	Point Loma Nazarene University	Baseball	0	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
85	Point Loma Nazarene University	Volleyball	0	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
86	University of Hawaii at Hilo	Baseball	0	60.07	880 – 1,130	12936	37204	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and 27% of students......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
87	University of Hawaii at Hilo	Basketball	0	60.07	880 – 1,130	12936	37204	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and 27% of students......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
88	University of Hawaii at Hilo	Golf	0	60.07	880 – 1,130	12936	37204	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and 27% of students......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
89	University of Hawaii at Hilo	Soccer	0	60.07	880 – 1,130	12936	37204	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and 27% of students......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
90	University of Hawaii at Hilo	Softball	0	60.07	880 – 1,130	12936	37204	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and 27% of students......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
91	University of Hawaii at Hilo	Tennis	0	60.07	880 – 1,130	12936	37204	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and 27% of students......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
92	University of Hawaii at Hilo	Cross Country	0	60.07	880 – 1,130	12936	37204	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and 27% of students......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
93	University of Hawaii at Hilo	Volleyball	0	60.07	880 – 1,130	12936	37204	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and 27% of students......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
94	Westmont College	Swimming	0	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
95	Azusa Pacific University	Gymnastics	-1.45	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
96	Westmont College	Soccer	-140.44	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
97	Westmont College	Tennis	-1190.96	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
98	Westmont College	Golf	-2450.53	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference

Baseball

$5,476 850.0%

57.5%

970 – 1,180

$15,668

$51,422

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference

Swimming

$5,411 0.0%

57.5%

970 – 1,180

$15,668

$51,422

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference

Water Polo

$4,297 1,330.8%

57.5%

970 – 1,180

$15,668

$51,422

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference

Basketball

$3,533 109.0%

74.8%

1,170 – 1,370

$30,510

$45,752

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference

Tennis

$2,526 135.1%

79.6%

990 – 1,300

$26,117

$56,794

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference

Basketball

$2,255 153.6%

79.6%

990 – 1,300

$26,117

$56,794

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference

Basketball

$2,017 425.6%

77.0%

1,230 – 1,430

$36,412

$53,737

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference

Baseball

$1,983 13,005.9%

74.8%

1,170 – 1,370

$30,510

$45,752

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference

Volleyball

$1,121 83.5%

77.0%

1,230 – 1,430

$36,412

$53,737

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference

Golf

$891 84.1%

74.8%

1,170 – 1,370

$30,510

$45,752

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Pacific West Conference

Volleyball

$822 32.9%

74.8%

1,170 – 1,370

$30,510

$45,752

$5,476
850.0%

$5,411
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$4,297
1,330.8%

$3,533
109.0%

$2,526
135.1%

$2,255
153.6%

$2,017
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$1,983
13,005.9%

$1,121
83.5%

$891
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$822
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$814
81.1%

$714
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$699
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$668
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$663
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$590
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