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This ranking is based on the profitability of each sports program at a college or university, divided by the number of college athletes on in that sport. Institutions with higher profitability per athlete may have an overall higher profit from sports or a relatively lower number of student athletes.

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Rank	Institution	Sport	Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	University of Georgia	Tennis	1054156.47	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,054,156 1,068.4% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
2	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Football	685810.5	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $685,811 0.5% Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
3	Auburn University	Football	502726.19	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $502,726 7.0% Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
4	University of Georgia	Softball	489053.04	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $489,053 699.4% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
5	University of Georgia	Football	486657.63	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $486,658 24.4% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
6	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Football	424331.77	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $424,332 1.7% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
7	University of Florida	Football	421076.91	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $421,077 7.1% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
8	Texas A&M University-College Station	Football	281083.86	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $281,084 12.2% Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
9	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Football	264416.79	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $264,417 24.8% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
10	University of Arkansas	Football	236008.67	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $236,009 2.7% Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
11	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Basketball	213450.98	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $213,451 1,447.4% Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
12	The University of Alabama	Football	186108.04	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $186,108 45.3% Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
13	University of Mississippi	Football	142819.82	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $142,820 10.2% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
14	The University of Alabama	Basketball	121551.59	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $121,552 20.1% Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
15	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Basketball	86897.8	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $86,898 1.1% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
16	University of Georgia	Baseball	85954.96	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $85,955 207.0% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
17	University of Arkansas	Basketball	70377	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $70,377 393.5% Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
18	University of Georgia	Basketball	34509.68	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $34,510 159.8% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
19	University of Mississippi	Baseball	24689.37	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $24,689 40.8% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
20	Auburn University	Basketball	5083.08	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,083 160.1% Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
21	Mississippi State University	Baseball	0	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
22	Mississippi State University	Basketball	0	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
23	Mississippi State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
24	Mississippi State University	Football	0	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
25	Mississippi State University	Golf	0	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
26	Mississippi State University	Soccer	0	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
27	Mississippi State University	Softball	0	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
28	Mississippi State University	Tennis	0	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
29	Mississippi State University	Volleyball	0	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
30	The University of Alabama	Gymnastics	0	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
31	The University of Alabama	Rowing	0	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
32	The University of Alabama	Soccer	0	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
33	The University of Alabama	Softball	0	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
34	The University of Alabama	Volleyball	0	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
35	University of Kentucky	Baseball	0	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
36	University of Kentucky	Basketball	0	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
37	University of Kentucky	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
38	University of Kentucky	Football	0	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
39	University of Kentucky	Golf	0	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
40	University of Kentucky	Gymnastics	0	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
41	University of Kentucky	Rifle	0	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Rifle Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
42	University of Kentucky	Soccer	0	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
43	University of Kentucky	Softball	0	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
44	University of Kentucky	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
45	University of Kentucky	Tennis	0	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
46	University of Kentucky	Volleyball	0	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
47	University of Kentucky	Other Sports	0	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
48	University of Mississippi	Basketball	0	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
49	University of Mississippi	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
50	University of Mississippi	Golf	0	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
51	University of Mississippi	Rifle	0	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Rifle Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
52	University of Mississippi	Soccer	0	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
53	University of Mississippi	Softball	0	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
54	University of Mississippi	Tennis	0	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
55	University of Mississippi	Volleyball	0	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
56	University of Missouri-Columbia	Baseball	0	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
57	University of Missouri-Columbia	Basketball	0	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
58	University of Missouri-Columbia	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
59	University of Missouri-Columbia	Football	0	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
60	University of Missouri-Columbia	Golf	0	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
61	University of Missouri-Columbia	Gymnastics	0	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
62	University of Missouri-Columbia	Soccer	0	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
63	University of Missouri-Columbia	Softball	0	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
64	University of Missouri-Columbia	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
65	University of Missouri-Columbia	Tennis	0	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
66	University of Missouri-Columbia	Volleyball	0	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
67	University of Missouri-Columbia	Wrestling	0	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
68	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Baseball	0	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
69	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
70	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Golf	0	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
71	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Soccer	0	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
72	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Softball	0	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
73	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
74	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Tennis	0	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
75	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Volleyball	0	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
76	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Beach Volleyball	0	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
77	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Equestrian	0	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
78	Vanderbilt University	Baseball	0	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
79	Vanderbilt University	Basketball	0	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
80	Vanderbilt University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
81	Vanderbilt University	Football	0	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
82	Vanderbilt University	Golf	0	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
83	Vanderbilt University	Lacrosse	0	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
84	Vanderbilt University	Soccer	0	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
85	Vanderbilt University	Swimming	0	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
86	Vanderbilt University	Tennis	0	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
87	Vanderbilt University	Cross Country	0	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
88	Vanderbilt University	Bowling	0	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
89	The University of Alabama	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-8839.33	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
90	University of Georgia	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-18374.76	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
91	University of Florida	Basketball	-20009.3	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
92	The University of Alabama	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-23528.31	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
93	Texas A&M University-College Station	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-25857.26	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
94	University of Florida	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-27553.63	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
95	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-28460.93	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
96	Auburn University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-29528.25	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
97	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-39459.56	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
98	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Rowing	-40430.54	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
99	The University of Alabama	Golf	-43624.05	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
100	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Baseball	-44734.82	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
101	University of Arkansas	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-46159.81	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
102	The University of Alabama	Tennis	-46802.94	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
103	University of Georgia	Equestrian	-52034.62	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
104	University of Georgia	Swimming	-52071.17	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
105	Texas A&M University-College Station	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-52729.78	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
106	University of Florida	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-53280.19	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
107	Texas A&M University-College Station	Equestrian	-54568.84	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
108	University of Florida	Soccer	-56935.11	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
109	University of Arkansas	Baseball	-58907.37	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
110	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Beach Volleyball	-59751.88	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
111	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-60380.89	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
112	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Soccer	-60909.28	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
113	Auburn University	Equestrian	-62599.29	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
114	University of Florida	Lacrosse	-63018.29	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
115	Auburn University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-66573.06	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
116	University of Florida	Golf	-69854.8	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
117	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Baseball	-70683.63	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
118	University of Florida	Baseball	-74941.61	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
119	University of Georgia	Gymnastics	-76772.77	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
120	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Soccer	-77320.89	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
121	Auburn University	Baseball	-79045	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
122	Auburn University	Soccer	-79598.83	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
123	Texas A&M University-College Station	Soccer	-80478.76	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
124	Texas A&M University-College Station	Baseball	-80744.73	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#124 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
125	University of Arkansas	Soccer	-83365.31	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#125 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
126	University of Arkansas	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-85291.64	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#126 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
127	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-91206.74	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#127 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
128	University of Georgia	Soccer	-91445.27	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#128 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
129	The University of Alabama	Baseball	-94129	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#129 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
130	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Volleyball	-94476.96	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#130 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
131	Auburn University	Gymnastics	-100909.96	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#131 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
132	University of Florida	Softball	-109574.33	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#132 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
133	Auburn University	Softball	-111122.79	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#133 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
134	Texas A&M University-College Station	Tennis	-111645.52	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#134 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
135	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Tennis	-112366.17	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#135 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
136	University of Arkansas	Volleyball	-115419.75	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#136 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
137	University of Arkansas	Gymnastics	-115624.11	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#137 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
138	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Gymnastics	-120444.05	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#138 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
139	University of Georgia	Golf	-121453.06	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#139 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
140	University of Arkansas	Tennis	-124124.43	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#140 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
141	University of Arkansas	Softball	-126994.85	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#141 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
142	University of Georgia	Volleyball	-127243.31	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#142 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
143	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Softball	-131521.58	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#143 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
144	Texas A&M University-College Station	Softball	-131909.68	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#144 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
145	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Golf	-132523.84	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#145 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
146	University of Florida	Gymnastics	-133166.56	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#146 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
147	Auburn University	Volleyball	-136495.63	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#147 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
148	University of Florida	Tennis	-136802.14	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#148 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
149	University of Arkansas	Golf	-136859.77	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#149 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
150	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Softball	-142484.04	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#150 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
151	Auburn University	Golf	-145718.59	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#151 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
152	Texas A&M University-College Station	Golf	-145790.76	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#152 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
153	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Basketball	-147774.59	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#153 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
154	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Volleyball	-151033.27	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#154 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
155	University of Florida	Volleyball	-163245.19	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#155 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
156	Texas A&M University-College Station	Volleyball	-171874.93	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#156 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
157	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Golf	-172953.11	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#157 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
158	Auburn University	Tennis	-187143	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#158 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
159	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Tennis	-224860.59	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#159 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
160	Texas A&M University-College Station	Basketball	-243766.21	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#160 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southeastern Conference Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386

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

Tennis

$1,054,156 1,068.4%

37.2%

1,250 – 1,430

$16,303

$57,565

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

Football

$685,811 0.5%

41.6%

1,210 – 1,390

$20,885

$47,782

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

Football

$502,726 7.0%

45.9%

1,250 – 1,400

$24,524

$54,629

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

Softball

$489,053 699.4%

37.2%

1,250 – 1,430

$16,303

$57,565

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

Football

$486,658 24.4%

37.2%

1,250 – 1,430

$16,303

$57,565

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

Football

$424,332 1.7%

73.3%

1,180 – 1,370

$21,808

$49,218

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

Football

$421,077 7.1%

24.2%

1,330 – 1,480

$11,521

$56,398

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

Football

$281,084 12.2%

57.3%

1,170 – 1,400

$21,610

$59,386

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

Football

$264,417 24.8%

60.2%

1,200 – 1,390

$26,068

$50,621

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

Football

$236,009 2.7%

74.3%

1,070 – 1,290

$17,475

$49,686

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

Basketball

$213,451 1,447.4%

41.6%

1,210 – 1,390

$20,885

$47,782

$1,054,156
1,068.4%

$685,811
0.5%

$502,726
7.0%

$489,053
699.4%

$486,658
24.4%

$424,332
1.7%

$421,077
7.1%

$281,084
12.2%

$264,417
24.8%

$236,009
2.7%

$213,451
1,447.4%

$186,108
45.3%

$142,820
10.2%

$121,552
20.1%

$86,898
1.1%

$85,955
207.0%

$70,377
393.5%

$34,510
159.8%