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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	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Football	19669.57	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $19,670 59.1% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
2	Samford University	Basketball	3222.51	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,223 176.5% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
3	Samford University	Football	2957.99	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,958 193.3% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
4	Samford University	Tennis	2188	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,188 10,933.8% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
5	Samford University	Baseball	1962.58	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,963 75.2% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
6	Samford University	Softball	1624.05	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,624 179.6% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
7	Samford University	Golf	1436.65	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,437 43.6% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
8	Samford University	Soccer	1045.42	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,045 240.6% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
9	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	981.61	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $982 607.7% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
10	Samford University	Volleyball	255.5	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $256 116.0% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
11	Samford University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	77.61	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $78 87.2% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
12	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Baseball	0	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
13	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Basketball	0	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
14	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Golf	0	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
15	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Rifle	0	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Rifle Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
16	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Soccer	0	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
17	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Tennis	0	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
18	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Volleyball	0	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
19	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Wrestling	0	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
20	East Tennessee State University	Baseball	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
21	East Tennessee State University	Basketball	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
22	East Tennessee State University	Football	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
23	East Tennessee State University	Golf	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
24	East Tennessee State University	Soccer	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
25	East Tennessee State University	Softball	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
26	East Tennessee State University	Tennis	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
27	East Tennessee State University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
28	East Tennessee State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
29	East Tennessee State University	Cross Country	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
30	East Tennessee State University	Volleyball	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
31	East Tennessee State University	Other Sports	0	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
32	Furman University	Basketball	0	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
33	Furman University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
34	Furman University	Football	0	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
35	Furman University	Golf	0	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
36	Furman University	Lacrosse	0	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
37	Furman University	Soccer	0	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
38	Furman University	Softball	0	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
39	Furman University	Tennis	0	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
40	Furman University	Volleyball	0	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
41	Mercer University	Baseball	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
42	Mercer University	Basketball	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
43	Mercer University	Football	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
44	Mercer University	Golf	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
45	Mercer University	Lacrosse	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
46	Mercer University	Soccer	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
47	Mercer University	Softball	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
48	Mercer University	Tennis	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
49	Mercer University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
50	Mercer University	Cross Country	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
51	Mercer University	Volleyball	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
52	Mercer University	Beach Volleyball	0	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
53	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Basketball	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
54	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
55	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Football	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
56	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Golf	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
57	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Soccer	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
58	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Softball	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
59	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Tennis	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
60	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Cross Country	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
61	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Volleyball	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
62	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Wrestling	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
63	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Beach Volleyball	0	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
64	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Baseball	0	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
65	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Basketball	0	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
66	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
67	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Golf	0	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
68	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Soccer	0	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
69	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Softball	0	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
70	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Tennis	0	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
71	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Volleyball	0	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
72	Western Carolina University	Baseball	0	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
73	Western Carolina University	Basketball	0	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
74	Western Carolina University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
75	Western Carolina University	Football	0	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
76	Western Carolina University	Golf	0	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
77	Western Carolina University	Soccer	0	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
78	Western Carolina University	Softball	0	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
79	Western Carolina University	Tennis	0	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
80	Western Carolina University	Volleyball	0	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
81	Wofford College	Baseball	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
82	Wofford College	Basketball	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
83	Wofford College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
84	Wofford College	Football	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
85	Wofford College	Golf	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
86	Wofford College	Lacrosse	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
87	Wofford College	Rifle	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Rifle Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
88	Wofford College	Soccer	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
89	Wofford College	Softball	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
90	Wofford College	Tennis	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
91	Wofford College	Volleyball	0	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076

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

Football

$19,670 59.1%

92.8%

1,100 – 1,290

$21,041

$60,168

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

Basketball

$3,223 176.5%

82.4%

1,100 – 1,300

$32,176

$49,466

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

Football

$2,958 193.3%

82.4%

1,100 – 1,300

$32,176

$49,466

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

Tennis

$2,188 10,933.8%

82.4%

1,100 – 1,300

$32,176

$49,466

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

Baseball

$1,963 75.2%

82.4%

1,100 – 1,300

$32,176

$49,466

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

Softball

$1,624 179.6%

82.4%

1,100 – 1,300

$32,176

$49,466

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

Golf

$1,437 43.6%

82.4%

1,100 – 1,300

$32,176

$49,466

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

Soccer

$1,045 240.6%

82.4%

1,100 – 1,300

$32,176

$49,466

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

$982 607.7%

92.8%

1,100 – 1,290

$21,041

$60,168

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

Volleyball

$256 116.0%

82.4%

1,100 – 1,300

$32,176

$49,466

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

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

$78 87.2%

82.4%

1,100 – 1,300

$32,176

$49,466

$19,670
59.1%

$3,223
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$2,188
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$1,963
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$1,624
179.6%

$1,437
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$1,045
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$982
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$256
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