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Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years

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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	The University of Texas at Austin	Football	1148437.13	26.64	1,250 – 1,490	18036	60896	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,148,437 15.9% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
2	University of Georgia	Tennis	1054156.47	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
3	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Football	685810.5	41.6	1,210 – 1,400	20885	47782	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
4	University of Notre Dame	Football	656600.44	11.27	1,420 – 1,550	29083	86210	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN Edward Sorin founded the University of Notre Dame in 1842 as a private Catholic research university. Their motto is, “Vita Dulcedo Spes” or “Life, Sweetness, Hope” – referencing the Virgin Mary. The school’s teams are known as the Fighting Irish, and wear the colors blue and gold. Their mascot is the very iconic Leprechaun....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $656,600 12.0% Acceptance Rate 11.3% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,210
5	Duke University	Basketball	535158.41	5.71	1,520 – 1,560	23422	85792	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Duke University Durham, NC Methodists and Quakers founded Duke University in 1838. The school has produced 50 Rhodes Scholars, three Turing Award winners, and 15 Noble laureates. Known as the Blue Devils, the university’s colors are Duke blue and white....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $535,158 20.9% Acceptance Rate 5.7% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,792
6	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Football	519688.82	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $519,689 10.2% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
7	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Football	519640.23	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $519,640 25.1% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
8	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Football	505346.1	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $505,346 5.1% Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
9	Auburn University	Football	502726.19	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
10	University of Georgia	Softball	489053.04	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
11	University of Georgia	Football	486657.63	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
12	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Football	468777.06	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Southeastern Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $468,777 23.3% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
13	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Football	458283.32	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $458,283 0.7% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
14	University of Oregon	Football	428909.71	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $428,910 46.4% Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
15	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Football	424331.77	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
16	University of Hawaii at Manoa	Golf	423094.28	86.6	1,070 – 1,290	14557	45701	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu, HI Found in Honolulu, the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. Approximately 63% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Hawaii at Manoa, there is a 80% first year retention rate and a......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $423,094 6.0% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,557 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,701
17	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Football	421226.73	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $421,227 4.9% Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
18	University of Florida	Football	421076.91	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
19	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Football	391989.14	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $391,989 17.9% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
20	Northwestern University	Football	339166.2	7.69	1,510 – 1,560	23341	76844	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Northwestern University Evanston, IL A founding member of the Big Ten Conference, top sports for the Wildcats include Football, Basketball, and Swimming and Diving (combined). Willie the Wildcat cheers them on and the colors are purple and white....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $339,166 19.1% Acceptance Rate 7.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,844
21	Syracuse University	Basketball	338434	46.11	1,290 – 1,440	51520	60459	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Syracuse University Syracuse, NY Based in Syracuse, Syracuse University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requires $85 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 81% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Syracuse University, there is a 90% first year retention rate and around 72% of undergraduates will......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $338,434 40.1% Acceptance Rate 46.1% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $51,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,459
22	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	Basketball	324074.67	15.34	1,350 – 1,520	11140	57057	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the flagship of the state’s school system. Enrolling students in 1795, it’s also one of the oldest public schools in the United States. UNC became coeducational in 1877 and began admitting African-American graduate students in 1951. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $324,075 12.0% Acceptance Rate 15.3% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $11,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,057
23	North Carolina State University	Football	323096.18	41.67	1,240 – 1,450	14860	57623	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC The North Carolina State University at Raleigh is part of the Research Triangle with Duke University and the University of North Carolina. The school has a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $323,096 37.0% Acceptance Rate 41.7% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $14,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,623
24	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Basketball	319686.36	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 71% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $319,686 13.1% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $14,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
25	Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	Football	302544.82	54.99	1,290 – 1,450	22205	67377	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA The Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is more commonly known as Virginia Tech. Students are known as Hokies and wear Chicago maroon and burnt orange to show off their school spirit. They compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Virginia Tech's motto is "That I May Serve." Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $302,545 12.2% Acceptance Rate 55.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $22,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,377
26	Michigan State University	Basketball	297491.69	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $297,492 123.4% Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
27	Yale University	Tennis	285706.61	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $285,707 12,224.7% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
28	University of Iowa	Football	281456.78	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $281,457 14.2% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
29	Texas A&M University-College Station	Football	281083.86	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
30	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Football	275503.55	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $275,504 37.8% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
31	Washington State University	Football	274399.4	86.64	990 – 1,280	18155	53510	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and 37% of students will......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $274,399 53.5% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
32	Florida State University	Football	271390.42	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	14903	49814	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University opened as the Florida Institute in 1854. A NCAA Division I-FBS school and competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the Seminoles have brought home several national championships....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $271,390 113.1% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
33	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Football	264416.79	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
34	Michigan State University	Football	259863.16	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $259,863 21.5% Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
35	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Football	259431.72	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $259,432 36.1% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
36	Purdue University-Main Campus	Basketball	257227.06	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $257,227 12.7% Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
37	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Football	247172.87	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 71% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $247,173 18.9% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $14,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
38	University of Maryland-College Park	Football	244970.33	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $244,970 19.9% Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
39	Purdue University-Main Campus	Volleyball	241994.4	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $241,994 44.7% Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
40	University of Arkansas	Football	236008.67	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
41	Purdue University-Main Campus	Football	232049.3	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $232,049 1.1% Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
42	University of Utah	Football	231754.03	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	13341	55239	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $231,754 0.9% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
43	Florida State University	Basketball	231455.78	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	14903	49814	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University opened as the Florida Institute in 1854. A NCAA Division I-FBS school and competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the Seminoles have brought home several national championships....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $231,456 36.8% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
44	Texas Tech University	Football	228393.95	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $228,394 21.1% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
45	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	Football	221761.68	14.07	1,370 – 1,530	15901	89432	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA Also referred to as Georgia Tech, the Georgia Institute of Technology was founded in 1885 as part of the Reconstruction plans post-Civil War. At first, it only provided degrees in Mechanical Engineering. By 1901, it also offered Chemical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $221,762 16.9% Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $15,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,432
46	Indiana University-Bloomington	Basketball	221092.08	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $221,092 4.7% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
47	University of Colorado Boulder	Football	216518.28	81.15	1,190 – 1,400	22640	54939	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO The Boulder campus is the flagship school of the University of Colorado system. It was actually founded a few months before Colorado became a state in 1876. Athletes, called the Buffaloes, are part of the Big Twelve Conference....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $216,518 73.9% Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
48	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Basketball	213450.98	41.6	1,210 – 1,400	20885	47782	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
49	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	Football	210865.81	15.34	1,350 – 1,520	11140	57057	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the flagship of the state’s school system. Enrolling students in 1795, it’s also one of the oldest public schools in the United States. UNC became coeducational in 1877 and began admitting African-American graduate students in 1951. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $210,866 17.6% Acceptance Rate 15.3% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $11,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,057
50	Duke University	Football	207183.14	5.71	1,520 – 1,560	23422	85792	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Duke University Durham, NC Methodists and Quakers founded Duke University in 1838. The school has produced 50 Rhodes Scholars, three Turing Award winners, and 15 Noble laureates. Known as the Blue Devils, the university’s colors are Duke blue and white....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $207,183 11.4% Acceptance Rate 5.7% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,792
51	Iowa State University	Football	191276.14	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $191,276 0.5% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
52	Kansas State University	Football	190980.08	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $190,980 5.6% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
53	West Virginia University	Football	186193.34	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $186,193 542.1% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
54	The University of Alabama	Football	186108.04	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
55	Villanova University	Basketball	175197	26.98	1,410 – 1,510	37946	84905	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Villanova University Villanova, PA Villanova University is the oldest Catholic university in Pennsylvania and the only Augustinian university in the country. The school has deep religious roots, and the administration is led by priests. Their motto is “Veritas, Unitas, Caritas” or “Truth, Unity, Charity.” Two famous alumni include Jill Biden and Howie Long. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $175,197 16.6% Acceptance Rate 27.0% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $37,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,905
56	Oregon State University	Football	170169.52	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	21868	50843	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $170,170 23.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
57	North Carolina State University	Basketball	151808.28	41.67	1,240 – 1,450	14860	57623	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC The North Carolina State University at Raleigh is part of the Research Triangle with Duke University and the University of North Carolina. The school has a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $151,808 8.6% Acceptance Rate 41.7% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $14,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,623
58	University of Dayton	Basketball	147396.58	65.66	1,180 – 1,400	31551	62477	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Dayton Dayton, OH Found in Dayton, the University of Dayton accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of students at the University of Dayton will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $147,397 35.2% Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $31,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,477
59	Tulane University of Louisiana	Tennis	143868.79	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $143,869 486.5% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
60	Clemson University	Football	143275.36	38.34	1,270 – 1,420	24408	58311	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Clemson University Clemson, SC Clemson University boasts a large campus – 1,400 acres at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains alongside Lake Hartwell. It’s home to the Clemson Experimental Forest, which is used for research, education, and recreation. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular undergraduate major. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $143,275 21.6% Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $24,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,311
61	Gonzaga University	Baseball	143170.31	81.69	1,220 – 1,390	40295	66525	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Gonzaga University Spokane, WA Named after the Jesuit Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Gonzaga University sits on a 152-acre campus alongside the Spokane River. The school has a first year retention rate of 93%. 85% will graduate within six years. Part of the West Coast Conference, top sports include Basketball, Baseball, and Soccer. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $143,170 2,904.0% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $40,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,525
62	University of Mississippi	Football	142819.82	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
63	Marquette University	Basketball	141349.17	81.34	1,230 – 1,390	32031	65241	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Marquette University Milwaukee, WI Founded in 1881, by 1909 Marquette University was the first coeducational Catholic university in the world. During the last admissions cycle, the school accepted 15,200 out of 19,000 applications. 14% of these students decided to attend....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $141,349 92.3% Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $32,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,241
64	Texas Christian University	Football	140066.4	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Finance, and General are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $140,066 49.5% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
65	San Diego State University	Basketball	128215.8	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $128,216 23.5% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
66	Creighton University	Basketball	127079.74	79.75	1,250 – 1,410	33364	63090	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Creighton University Omaha, NE Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular area of study for undergraduates attending Creighton University. The school has an impressive 94% first year retention rate and 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $127,080 53.9% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $33,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,090
67	University of Nebraska at Omaha	Ice Hockey	126691.19	87.27	1,010 – 1,240	13284	45494	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $126,691 80.0% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
68	The University of Alabama	Basketball	121551.59	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
69	University of Virginia-Main Campus	Football	120307.15	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	17831	72359	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA Thomas Jefferson founded The University of Virginia, and the school’s Board of Visitors also included James Monroe and James Madison. The school's well known for its secret societies and sport accomplishments. The Cavaliers, who wear orange and blue, have over 30 championship wins. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $120,307 22.4% Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $17,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
70	Binghamton University	Softball	115117.95	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $115,118 38.2% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
71	Iowa State University	Basketball	106477.57	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $106,478 12.4% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
72	Gonzaga University	Basketball	103005.44	81.69	1,220 – 1,390	40295	66525	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Gonzaga University Spokane, WA Named after the Jesuit Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Gonzaga University sits on a 152-acre campus alongside the Spokane River. The school has a first year retention rate of 93%. 85% will graduate within six years. Part of the West Coast Conference, top sports include Basketball, Baseball, and Soccer. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $103,005 37.6% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $40,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,525
73	Piedmont University	Volleyball	100922.62	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	21599	43761	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Piedmont University Demorest, GA Found in Demorest, Piedmont University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $100,923 12,215.4% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
74	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Basketball	98901.4	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $98,901 47.6% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
75	Brigham Young University	Basketball	98880.8	67.78	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Brigham Young University Provo, UT Management Science is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $98,881 15.0% Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
76	Syracuse University	Football	92925.19	46.11	1,290 – 1,440	51520	60459	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Syracuse University Syracuse, NY Based in Syracuse, Syracuse University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requires $85 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 81% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Syracuse University, there is a 90% first year retention rate and around 72% of undergraduates will......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $92,925 66.9% Acceptance Rate 46.1% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $51,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,459
77	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Basketball	86897.8	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
78	University of Georgia	Baseball	85954.96	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
79	Butler University	Basketball	85355.34	85.08	1,190 – 1,370	40140	61627	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Butler University Indianapolis, IN 443 of students participate in varsity sports at Butler University, a NCAA Division I-FCS school. Some popular options include Basketball, Soccer, and Football. The Bulldogs have a live mascot – a bulldog named Butler Blue IV. 97% of students receive grant aid to help them afford the cost of attendance. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $85,355 5.5% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $40,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,627
80	Brigham Young University	Golf	80032.68	67.78	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Brigham Young University Provo, UT Management Science is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $80,033 260.3% Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
81	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Volleyball	78957.71	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $78,958 10,269.5% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
82	William & Mary	Golf	77376.33	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	20422	62959	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $77,376 3.1% Acceptance Rate 34.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $20,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
83	Point Park University	Golf	77017.56	96.91	1,030 – 1,260	25477	36906	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $77,018 70,883.9% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $25,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,906
84	Brigham Young University	Football	76802.88	67.78	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Brigham Young University Provo, UT Management Science is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $76,803 18.1% Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
85	Winston-Salem State University	Tennis	72812.83	78.26	850 – 1,040	12948	40557	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $72,813 14,935.0% Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
86	University of Arkansas	Basketball	70377	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
87	Boston College	Football	69405.5	16.19	1,450 – 1,540	32590	85717	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Boston College Chestnut Hill, MA A private Jesuit research university, Boston College’s motto is Αἰὲν ἀριστεύειν, Greek for “Ever to Excel.” Their athletes, known as the Eagles, wear maroon and gold and are cheered on by Baldwin the Eagle. Past students include John F. Kerry, Leonard Nimoy, Chris O’Donnell, and Amy Poehler. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $69,406 29.9% Acceptance Rate 16.2% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $32,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,717
88	Murray State University	Basketball	69156.2	85.68	1,010 – 1,240	9738	38473	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Murray State University Murray, KY Based in Murray, Murray State University’s acceptance rate is 86% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of students at Murray State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $69,156 24.8% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,473
89	University of North Dakota	Ice Hockey	68798.92	76.9	1,090 – 1,290	18227	54588	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND Located in Grand Forks, the University of North Dakota’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 71% of students attending the University of North Dakota will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $68,799 171,997,200.0% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,588
90	University of Kansas	Football	68130.77	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $68,131 53.9% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
91	University of Nevada-Reno	Basketball	66121.97	73.71	1,020 – 1,250	16801	49182	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Nevada-Reno Reno, NV Found in Reno, the University of Nevada-Reno’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Nevada-Reno, there is a 80% first year retention rate and around 40% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $66,122 0.0% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,182
92	Kansas State University	Basketball	65450.35	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $65,450 266.0% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
93	University of Nebraska at Omaha	Volleyball	63913.89	87.27	1,010 – 1,240	13284	45494	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $63,914 1,193.4% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
94	West Virginia University	Basketball	63786.07	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $63,786 145.6% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
95	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Basketball	62708.42	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $62,708 50.4% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
96	San Diego State University	Football	61014.88	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $61,015 39.0% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
97	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	Football	58822.12	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	24338	54240	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA The University of Pittsburgh opened in 1787 as the Pittsburgh Academy, though it may have roots going back to 1770. Much of the school was destroyed in the Great Fire of 1845, a massive fire that stretched 20 square blocks of the city. Last year, Pitt accepted 35,400 of applicants and 13% of these students enrolled. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $58,822 30.9% Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $24,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
98	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	Basketball	58411.88	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	24338	54240	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA The University of Pittsburgh opened in 1787 as the Pittsburgh Academy, though it may have roots going back to 1770. Much of the school was destroyed in the Great Fire of 1845, a massive fire that stretched 20 square blocks of the city. Last year, Pitt accepted 35,400 of applicants and 13% of these students enrolled. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $58,412 7.3% Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $24,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
99	Boise State University	Football	52483.27	87.21	920 – 1,130	19037	45251	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Boise State University Boise, ID Located on the Boise River, Boise State University also offers dozens of programs online. Many choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Social Work, Business Administration and Management, and General. A non selective school, it received 16,100 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 14,000. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $52,483 14.5% Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,251
100	Xavier University	Basketball	49608.39	86.69	1,110 – 1,330	31542	54758	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Xavier University Cincinnati, OH Located in Cincinnati, Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $49,608 58.2% Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $31,542 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,758
101	Tulane University of Louisiana	Baseball	49555.2	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $49,555 1.1% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
102	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	Basketball	49519.83	14.07	1,370 – 1,530	15901	89432	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA Also referred to as Georgia Tech, the Georgia Institute of Technology was founded in 1885 as part of the Reconstruction plans post-Civil War. At first, it only provided degrees in Mechanical Engineering. By 1901, it also offered Chemical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $49,520 160,983.1% Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $15,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,432
103	Molloy University	Other Sports	47127	81.74	1,100 – 1,300	25938	78372	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY Molloy University was founded as the Molloy Catholic College for Women in 1955. The school became fully co-educational in 1982, and would be known as Molloy University in 2022. Cheered on by their mascot, Victor E. Lion, student athletes are known as the Lions....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $47,127 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $25,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,372
104	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	Baseball	43497.59	83.77	930 – 1,240	12942	50140	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 72% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $43,498 0.0% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
105	Grambling State University	Bowling	42661	23.68	860 – 1,050	19092	25589	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Grambling State University Grambling, LA Located in Grambling, Grambling State University’s acceptance rate is 24% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 32% of students attending Grambling State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $42,661 0.0% Acceptance Rate 23.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $19,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,589
106	Southern University and A & M College	Golf	40293.82	49.87	840 – 1,010	18937	33033	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge, LA Located in Baton Rouge, Southern University and A & M College accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $40,294 Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 840 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $18,937 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,033
107	William & Mary	Tennis	39471.57	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	20422	62959	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $39,472 22.0% Acceptance Rate 34.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $20,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
108	The University of Montana	Golf	39050.57	95.86	1,080 – 1,290	17775	35729	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years The University of Montana Missoula, MT Located along the Clark Fork River, The University of Montana's Grizzlies and Lady Griz compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Alumni include Colin Meloy, J.K. Simmons, and Carroll O’Connor, as well as numerous professional athletes, scientists, and politicians. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $39,051 0.0% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,775 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,729
109	University of Virginia-Main Campus	Basketball	37368.88	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	17831	72359	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA Thomas Jefferson founded The University of Virginia, and the school’s Board of Visitors also included James Monroe and James Madison. The school's well known for its secret societies and sport accomplishments. The Cavaliers, who wear orange and blue, have over 30 championship wins. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $37,369 19.6% Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $17,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
110	Tulane University of Louisiana	Bowling	36986.5	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $36,987 4.2% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
111	Tulane University of Louisiana	Golf	36633.71	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $36,634 264.8% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
112	University of New Orleans	Basketball	35463.66	66.77	940 – 1,160	11190	38410	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of New Orleans New Orleans, LA Based in New Orleans, the University of New Orleans’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at the University of New Orleans currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $35,464 24.7% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $11,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,410
113	University of Georgia	Basketball	34509.68	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
114	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Other Sports	33857.25	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $33,857 4,926.4% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
115	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Basketball	33009.08	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $33,009 68.6% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
116	University of Rio Grande	Basketball	32293.39	0	--	26581	34323	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $32,293 277.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
117	Dallas Baptist University	Baseball	31991.46	88.84	980 – 1,230	30275	45138	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX Located in Dallas, Dallas Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 89%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 89% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They receive $16,006 on average. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $31,991 310.8% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $30,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,138
118	Pacific Union College	Cross Country	30338.62	42.48	950 – 1,190	22799	52713	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $30,339 11,223.3% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
119	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Basketball	29112.37	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $29,112 52.9% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
120	William & Mary	Gymnastics	28875.18	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	20422	62959	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $28,875 14.8% Acceptance Rate 34.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $20,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
121	Montana State University	Football	28833.98	82.14	1,080 – 1,290	18511	44757	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Montana State University Bozeman, MT “Mountains and Mines” is the motto of Montana State University. In the last admissions cycle, the school received 21,700 applications and accepted 82% of them. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, and Mechanical Engineering are the most popular undergraduate majors....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $28,834 19.4% Acceptance Rate 82.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,757
122	Washington State University	Basketball	28411.35	86.64	990 – 1,280	18155	53510	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and 37% of students will......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $28,411 159.7% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
123	Pacific Union College	Soccer	28016.67	42.48	950 – 1,190	22799	52713	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $28,017 2,905.1% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
124	Le Moyne College	Volleyball	27668.6	78.7	1,170 – 1,340	22139	53493	#124 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY Located in Syracuse, Le Moyne College’s acceptance rate is 79%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Le Moyne College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $27,669 15,228.9% Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,493
125	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Basketball	27499.31	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#125 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $27,499 37.0% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
126	Wesleyan University	Tennis	27032.4	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#126 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $27,032 3.0% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
127	Pacific Union College	Volleyball	26887.95	42.48	950 – 1,190	22799	52713	#127 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $26,888 7,823.5% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
128	Pacific Union College	Basketball	26762.78	42.48	950 – 1,190	22799	52713	#128 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $26,763 1,861.0% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
129	The University of Texas at Austin	Basketball	26257.4	26.64	1,250 – 1,490	18036	60896	#129 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $26,257 223.2% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
130	Southern University and A & M College	Bowling	25936.17	49.87	840 – 1,010	18937	33033	#130 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge, LA Located in Baton Rouge, Southern University and A & M College accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $25,936 35.5% Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 840 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $18,937 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,033
131	University of Rio Grande	Soccer	25669.26	0	--	26581	34323	#131 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $25,669 107.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
132	University of Wyoming	Football	24795.89	96.88	1,040 – 1,280	13299	48360	#132 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Wyoming Laramie, WY The University of Wyoming was founded in 1886, four years before Wyoming became a state. It’s one of the rare schools that features a live animal mascot – a horse named Cowboy Joy. Another mascot, Pistol Pete, is played by a student. Brown and gold are the official school colors, and their motto is simple – “Equality.” Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $24,796 9.3% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $13,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,360
133	Grambling State University	Tennis	24764.6	23.68	860 – 1,050	19092	25589	#133 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Grambling State University Grambling, LA Located in Grambling, Grambling State University’s acceptance rate is 24% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 32% of students attending Grambling State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $24,765 0.0% Acceptance Rate 23.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $19,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,589
134	University of New Mexico-Main Campus	Basketball	24718.29	79.33	910 – 1,180	7528	37150	#134 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque, NM Based in Albuquerque, the University of New Mexico-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 74% of students attending the University of New Mexico-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $24,718 266.7% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $7,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,150
135	University of Mississippi	Baseball	24689.37	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#135 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
136	William & Mary	Swimming	24563.72	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	20422	62959	#136 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $24,564 137.0% Acceptance Rate 34.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $20,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
137	Oakland City University	Basketball	24137.93	68.21	860 – 1,140	12268	43190	#137 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Oakland City University Oakland City, IN Located in Oakland City, Oakland City University’s acceptance rate is 68% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Oakland City University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Oakland City University, there is a 68% first year retention rate and a 34% four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $24,138 0.0% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 860 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,190
138	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Basketball	23994.07	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17413	46572	#138 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $23,994 53.7% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
139	Baylor University	Football	22807.07	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#139 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $22,807 0.0% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
140	Southern University and A & M College	Tennis	22805.92	49.87	840 – 1,010	18937	33033	#140 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge, LA Located in Baton Rouge, Southern University and A & M College accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $22,806 978.7% Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 840 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $18,937 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,033
141	Cleveland State University	Basketball	21950.04	91.3	950 – 1,270	16307	44625	#141 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH Found in Cleveland, Cleveland State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 76% of students attending Cleveland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $21,950 2,169.7% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,625
142	Binghamton University	Baseball	21436.29	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#142 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $21,436 98.4% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
143	Marquette University	Tennis	20946.53	81.34	1,230 – 1,390	32031	65241	#143 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Marquette University Milwaukee, WI Founded in 1881, by 1909 Marquette University was the first coeducational Catholic university in the world. During the last admissions cycle, the school accepted 15,200 out of 19,000 applications. 14% of these students decided to attend....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $20,947 0.0% Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $32,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,241
144	Tulane University of Louisiana	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	20902.33	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#144 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $20,902 154.2% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
145	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Football	19669.57	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#145 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
146	Le Moyne College	Basketball	19611.68	78.7	1,170 – 1,340	22139	53493	#146 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY Located in Syracuse, Le Moyne College’s acceptance rate is 79%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Le Moyne College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $19,612 4,681.1% Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,493
147	Morgan State University	Basketball	19514.85	82.23	850 – 1,080	15350	40065	#147 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Morgan State University Baltimore, MD Morgan State University got its start in 1867 as the Centenary Biblical Institute. It changed its name in 1890 to honor Lyttleton Morgan and became a university in 1975. MSU’s 100-acre campus is a designated national historic site. The school accepts 82% of applicants and awards up to Doctor's degrees. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $19,515 22.5% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $15,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,065
148	California Baptist University	Basketball	19137.93	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#148 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $19,138 23.6% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
149	University of New Orleans	Baseball	18764.73	66.77	940 – 1,160	11190	38410	#149 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of New Orleans New Orleans, LA Based in New Orleans, the University of New Orleans’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at the University of New Orleans currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $18,765 12.7% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $11,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,410
150	Tulane University of Louisiana	Beach Volleyball	18716.56	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#150 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $18,717 45.1% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
151	Lander University	Volleyball	18684	67.92	950 – 1,170	14657	36851	#151 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 64% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $18,684 30.8% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
152	High Point University	Volleyball	18679.29	76.83	1,130 – 1,350	43578	50955	#152 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 89% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 84% first year retention rate and 65% of......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $18,679 2,792.9% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $43,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
153	Grambling State University	Baseball	18225.22	23.68	860 – 1,050	19092	25589	#153 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Grambling State University Grambling, LA Located in Grambling, Grambling State University’s acceptance rate is 24% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 32% of students attending Grambling State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $18,225 0.0% Acceptance Rate 23.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $19,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,589
154	University of Rio Grande	Softball	18149	0	--	26581	34323	#154 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $18,149 16.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
155	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University	Football	17763.64	20.56	1,030 – 1,180	15491	36153	#155 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee, FL Often called Florida A&M, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is a member of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. The Rattlers and Lady Rattlers, wearing orange and green, are led by their mascot, Venom the Rattlesnake....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $17,764 0.0% Acceptance Rate 20.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,153
156	Georgetown University	Baseball	17666.74	12.91	1,400 – 1,550	37967	83222	#156 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Georgetown University Washington, DC A private Jesuit research university, Georgetown University was founded as the Georgetown College in 1789 by Bishop John Carroll. It’s the oldest Catholic institution of higher education in the country and offers over 50 majors. Past graduates include Bill Clinton, Lyndon B....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $17,667 114.9% Acceptance Rate 12.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $37,967 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,222
157	University of Rio Grande	Baseball	17335.61	0	--	26581	34323	#157 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $17,336 37.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
158	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	Basketball	17287.12	92.26	970 – 1,180	13156	39485	#158 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches, LA Found in Natchitoches, Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 92% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $17,287 9.8% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,485
159	University of Rio Grande	Volleyball	17048.74	0	--	26581	34323	#159 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $17,049 1.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
160	University of Rio Grande	Cross Country	16936.72	0	--	26581	34323	#160 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $16,937 10.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
161	Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania	Volleyball	16535.83	85.55	990 – 1,210	23344	45010	#161 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg, PA Based in Shippensburg, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 86% and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 69% of students at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $16,536 1,861.8% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,344 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,010
162	Midland University	Bowling	16380.84	66.92	960 – 1,180	24143	45145	#162 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $16,381 151.1% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
163	Lander University	Golf	16144.42	67.92	950 – 1,170	14657	36851	#163 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 64% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $16,144 92.6% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
164	Colorado College	Ice Hockey	16030.36	18.47	1,270 – 1,460	35281	47611	#164 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Colorado College Colorado Springs, CO Scientia et Disciplina is the Latin motto of Colorado College which means “Learning through Hard Work.” It’s an extremely selective school – 30% of accepted students enroll. With over 80 undergraduate majors available, Political Science and Government, General is a common option. Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $16,030 26.9% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $35,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,611
165	Lander University	Basketball	16030.19	67.92	950 – 1,170	14657	36851	#165 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 64% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $16,030 17.7% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
166	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University	Basketball	15755.42	20.56	1,030 – 1,180	15491	36153	#166 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee, FL Often called Florida A&M, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is a member of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. The Rattlers and Lady Rattlers, wearing orange and green, are led by their mascot, Venom the Rattlesnake....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $15,755 0.0% Acceptance Rate 20.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,153
167	Ottawa University-Surprise	Bowling	15618.1	39.88	860 – 1,080	35030	49139	#167 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 40% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 44% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $15,618 Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $35,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
168	Grambling State University	Basketball	15481.64	23.68	860 – 1,050	19092	25589	#168 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Grambling State University Grambling, LA Located in Grambling, Grambling State University’s acceptance rate is 24% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 32% of students attending Grambling State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $15,482 51,605,366.7% Acceptance Rate 23.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $19,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,589
169	The University of Texas Permian Basin	Golf	15383.73	93.07	910 – 1,130	10143	50020	#169 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $15,384 148.3% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
170	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Basketball	15082.35	82.21	980 – 1,210	23364	51329	#170 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 79% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $15,082 32.3% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
171	Ottawa University-Surprise	Basketball	15050.85	39.88	860 – 1,080	35030	49139	#171 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 40% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 44% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $15,051 258.7% Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $35,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
172	Florida State University	Baseball	14626.24	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	14903	49814	#172 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University opened as the Florida Institute in 1854. A NCAA Division I-FBS school and competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the Seminoles have brought home several national championships....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $14,626 0.0% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
173	The University of Texas Permian Basin	Basketball	14598.03	93.07	910 – 1,130	10143	50020	#173 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $14,598 26.9% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
174	University of Hawaii at Manoa	Volleyball	14567.54	86.6	1,070 – 1,290	14557	45701	#174 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu, HI Found in Honolulu, the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. Approximately 63% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Hawaii at Manoa, there is a 80% first year retention rate and a......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $14,568 5.6% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,557 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,701
175	The University of Montana	Football	14333.86	95.86	1,080 – 1,290	17775	35729	#175 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years The University of Montana Missoula, MT Located along the Clark Fork River, The University of Montana's Grizzlies and Lady Griz compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Alumni include Colin Meloy, J.K. Simmons, and Carroll O’Connor, as well as numerous professional athletes, scientists, and politicians. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $14,334 30.2% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,775 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,729
176	Boise State University	Basketball	14155.61	87.21	920 – 1,130	19037	45251	#176 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Boise State University Boise, ID Located on the Boise River, Boise State University also offers dozens of programs online. Many choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Social Work, Business Administration and Management, and General. A non selective school, it received 16,100 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 14,000. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $14,156 642.3% Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,251
177	Lawrence Technological University	Ice Hockey	13833.33	74.03	1,040 – 1,280	33807	58827	#177 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13,833 95.2% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
178	Friends University	Baseball	13603.35	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#178 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13,603 52.4% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
179	University at Albany	Golf	13307.29	69.09	1,160 – 1,330	19165	51380	#179 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending the University at Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 83% and 59% of students......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13,307 565.4% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
180	Morgan State University	Wrestling	13291.26	82.23	850 – 1,080	15350	40065	#180 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Morgan State University Baltimore, MD Morgan State University got its start in 1867 as the Centenary Biblical Institute. It changed its name in 1890 to honor Lyttleton Morgan and became a university in 1975. MSU’s 100-acre campus is a designated national historic site. The school accepts 82% of applicants and awards up to Doctor's degrees. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13,291 Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $15,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,065
181	Southern Utah University	Football	13226.56	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#181 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13,227 28.1% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
182	Midland University	Other Sports	13205.47	66.92	960 – 1,180	24143	45145	#182 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13,205 103.2% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
183	Emory University	Basketball	13199.84	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#183 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13,200 33.5% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
184	Lawrence Technological University	Cross Country	12712.61	74.03	1,040 – 1,280	33807	58827	#184 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,713 26.3% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
185	Ottawa University-Surprise	Beach Volleyball	12673.6	39.88	860 – 1,080	35030	49139	#185 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 40% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 44% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,674 138.4% Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $35,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
186	Friends University	Football	12610.95	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#186 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,611 189.7% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
187	Point University	Cross Country	12504.59	67.51	920 – 1,200	22622	36410	#187 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,505 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
188	University of Nebraska at Omaha	Softball	12491.14	87.27	1,010 – 1,240	13284	45494	#188 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,491 180.6% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
189	Midland University	Softball	12190.97	66.92	960 – 1,180	24143	45145	#189 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,191 321.8% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
190	University of Nebraska at Omaha	Golf	12163.1	87.27	1,010 – 1,240	13284	45494	#190 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,163 618.0% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
191	Oklahoma Christian University	Golf	12105	97.07	1,010 – 1,270	21810	43281	#191 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Oklahoma Christian University Edmond, OK Known as the Bald Eagles, there are 392 athletes at Oklahoma Christian University. You’ll also find a Bald Eagle on their seal and sideline, where Eagle cheers them on. 98% receive grant aid, and OC also provides its full-time students with laptops, iPhones, and iPads. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,105 89.3% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,810 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
192	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Tennis	12045.62	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#192 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,046 801.5% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
193	Taylor University	Volleyball	12021.89	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#193 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 63 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Elementary Education and Teaching, Psychology, and General. The school also boasts a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% first year retention rate. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,022 145.3% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
194	Kentucky State University	Basketball	11977.13	92.51	810 – 1,040	9672	29640	#194 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Kentucky State University Frankfort, KY Based in Frankfort, Kentucky State University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 91% of students attending Kentucky State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,977 0.0% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 810 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $9,672 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,640
195	University at Albany	Basketball	11950.14	69.09	1,160 – 1,330	19165	51380	#195 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending the University at Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 83% and 59% of students......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,950 11.7% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
196	Alabama A & M University	Basketball	11823.5	66.22	810 – 1,030	14064	27851	#196 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Alabama A & M University Normal, AL Based in Normal, Alabama A & M University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of students attending Alabama A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,824 0.0% Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 810 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $14,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,851
197	Lubbock Christian University	Basketball	11746.86	73.19	950 – 1,190	25351	46464	#197 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Lubbock Christian University Lubbock, TX Based in Lubbock, Lubbock Christian University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,747 27.7% Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $25,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,464
198	Clarkson University	Ice Hockey	11615	77.36	1,210 – 1,400	33192	76970	#198 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Clarkson University Potsdam, NY Found in Potsdam, Clarkson University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Clarkson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,615 21.8% Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,970
199	Georgia College & State University	Tennis	11463.17	78.23	1,090 – 1,240	19769	50644	#199 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Georgia College & State University Milledgeville, GA Found in Milledgeville, Georgia College & State University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 13% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,463 1.4% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,644
200	Hampton University	Tennis	11396.27	62.25	810 – 1,100	28576	42721	#200 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Hampton University Hampton, VA Hampton University sits on a 314-acre campus, and it’s home to several research centers, including the Hampton University Proton Therapy Institute. It also has several National Historic Landmarks. 386 student athletes, known as the Pirates, compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Colonial Athletic Association. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,396 9,271.9% Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 810 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,721
201	Savannah State University	Golf	11356.79	83.68	890 – 1,010	8506	27494	#201 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Savannah State University Savannah, GA Based in Savannah, Savannah State University’s acceptance rate is 84% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 26% of students attending Savannah State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 11% of students......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,357 31.4% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $8,506 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,494
202	Southwestern College	Cross Country	11336.25	74.43	900 – 1,110	27337	48034	#202 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Southwestern College Winfield, KS Based in Winfield, Southwestern College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,336 Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $27,337 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,034
203	University of Rio Grande	Other Sports	11318.91	0	--	26581	34323	#203 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,319 3.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
204	University of Rio Grande	Golf	11216.72	0	--	26581	34323	#204 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,217 237.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
205	Point University	Soccer	11186.41	67.51	920 – 1,200	22622	36410	#205 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,186 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
206	San Diego State University	Water Polo	11123	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#206 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,123 28.0% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
207	Dakota Wesleyan University	Soccer	11120.91	72.77	970 – 1,250	21901	49432	#207 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 840 out of 1,150 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,121 2,076.2% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
208	Bentley University	Ice Hockey	11018.57	45.05	1,290 – 1,430	43858	86679	#208 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Bentley University Waltham, MA A private school, Bentley University offers students up to Doctor's degrees. It originally opened as the Bentley School of Accounting and Finance, and today many students choose to major in Finance, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,019 14.5% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $43,858 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,679
209	Tarleton State University	Basketball	10909.32	52.56	1,010 – 1,180	15363	46729	#209 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,909 3,387.9% Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
210	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Tennis	10841.8	84.3	970 – 1,220	23293	43046	#210 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,842 1.6% Acceptance Rate 84.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
211	Point University	Volleyball	10720.65	67.51	920 – 1,200	22622	36410	#211 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,721 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
212	University of Rio Grande	Wrestling	10711.94	0	--	26581	34323	#212 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,712 28.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
213	Davidson College	Basketball	10689.22	13.37	1,400 – 1,520	26510	62866	#213 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Davidson College Davidson, NC Davidson College was founded in 1837 and started trying to reduce the cost of higher education for students by the 1850’s. Today, the school meets students’ financial needs through grants, employment, and more. 65% of students receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,689 362.9% Acceptance Rate 13.4% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $26,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,866
214	Louisiana State University-Alexandria	Tennis	10617.4	92.63	930 – 1,120	8081	37284	#214 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Louisiana State University-Alexandria Alexandria, LA Based in Alexandria, Louisiana State University-Alexandria accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and . About 59% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,617 368.1% Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $8,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
215	Point University	Other Sports	10536.68	67.51	920 – 1,200	22622	36410	#215 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,537 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
216	Grambling State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	10452.58	23.68	860 – 1,050	19092	25589	#216 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Grambling State University Grambling, LA Located in Grambling, Grambling State University’s acceptance rate is 24% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 32% of students attending Grambling State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,453 0.0% Acceptance Rate 23.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $19,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,589
217	Warner University	Basketball	10294.97	47.79	830 – 1,060	21471	39589	#217 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Warner University Lake Wales, FL Located in Lake Wales, Warner University’s acceptance rate is 48% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Warner University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,295 3,762.9% Acceptance Rate 47.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $21,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,589
218	Lawrence Technological University	Track and Field (Indoor)	10236.89	74.03	1,040 – 1,280	33807	58827	#218 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,237 286.7% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
219	Lawrence Technological University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	10236.83	74.03	1,040 – 1,280	33807	58827	#219 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,237 303.6% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
220	Abilene Christian University	Football	10141.97	66.04	1,010 – 1,250	28311	46727	#220 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,142 365.1% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $28,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,727
221	Murray State University	Football	10120.79	85.68	1,010 – 1,240	9738	38473	#221 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Murray State University Murray, KY Based in Murray, Murray State University’s acceptance rate is 86% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of students at Murray State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,121 7.8% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,473
222	Midland University	Wrestling	10000.67	66.92	960 – 1,180	24143	45145	#222 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,001 258.8% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
223	University of Rio Grande	Bowling	9729.14	0	--	26581	34323	#223 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,729 64.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
224	Gordon College	Golf	9675.54	85.62	1,150 – 1,370	25250	45839	#224 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 32 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Biology/Biological Sciences, General program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,676 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
225	Emory University	Tennis	9648.38	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#225 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,648 20.8% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
226	Taylor University	Basketball	9613.76	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#226 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 63 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Elementary Education and Teaching, Psychology, and General. The school also boasts a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% first year retention rate. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,614 539.3% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
227	Saint Cloud State University	Ice Hockey	9531.89	94.8	940 – 1,220	14648	47215	#227 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud, MN Based in Saint Cloud, Saint Cloud State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 52% of students at Saint Cloud State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,532 27.6% Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
228	Savannah College of Art and Design	Equestrian	9521.24	83.68	1,070 – 1,300	46524	34110	#228 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Savannah College of Art and Design Savannah, GA Located in Savannah, Savannah College of Art and Design accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $100 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 97% of students attending Savannah College of Art and Design currently receive institutional grant aid to......Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,521 255.9% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $46,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,110
229	The University of Texas Permian Basin	Cross Country	9472.17	93.07	910 – 1,130	10143	50020	#229 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,472 41.2% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
230	Indiana State University	Basketball	9443.4	80.77	1,040 – 1,240	13321	41047	#230 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Indiana State University Terre Haute, IN Located in Terre Haute, Indiana State University accepts 81% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 72% of students at Indiana State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,443 0.0% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,047
231	Point University	Baseball	9320.77	67.51	920 – 1,200	22622	36410	#231 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,321 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
232	Saint Augustine's University	Golf	9318.17	34.65	760 – 920	18373	26999	#232 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Saint Augustine's University Raleigh, NC Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,318 79.8% Acceptance Rate 34.7% SAT Score 760 – 920 Avg. Net Price $18,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,999
233	Ottawa University-Surprise	Softball	9279.08	39.88	860 – 1,080	35030	49139	#233 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 40% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 44% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,279 379.4% Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $35,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
234	Union University	Cross Country	9236.75	60.16	1,120 – 1,380	27191	45505	#234 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Union University Jackson, TN Union University athletes are known as the Bulldogs. Previously a NCAA Division I school, they’ve won several championships while part of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). Today, athletes compete in the Gulf South Conference....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,237 15.4% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,191 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,505
235	Point University	Football	9224.37	67.51	920 – 1,200	22622	36410	#235 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,224 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
236	Midland University	Weight Lifting	9167.11	66.92	960 – 1,180	24143	45145	#236 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Weight Lifting Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,167 4,550.1% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
237	Angelo State University	Golf	9102.57	83.01	940 – 1,170	12518	41050	#237 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Angelo State University San Angelo, TX Located in San Angelo, Angelo State University accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 59% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,103 8,041.5% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $12,518 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,050
238	High Point University	Baseball	9093.92	76.83	1,130 – 1,350	43578	50955	#238 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 89% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 84% first year retention rate and 65% of......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,094 123.2% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $43,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
239	Emory University	Golf	8984.12	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#239 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,984 36.9% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
240	Kentucky State University	Baseball	8960	92.51	810 – 1,040	9672	29640	#240 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Kentucky State University Frankfort, KY Based in Frankfort, Kentucky State University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 91% of students attending Kentucky State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,960 0.0% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 810 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $9,672 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,640
241	Morgan State University	Football	8846.54	82.23	850 – 1,080	15350	40065	#241 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Morgan State University Baltimore, MD Morgan State University got its start in 1867 as the Centenary Biblical Institute. It changed its name in 1890 to honor Lyttleton Morgan and became a university in 1975. MSU’s 100-acre campus is a designated national historic site. The school accepts 82% of applicants and awards up to Doctor's degrees. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,847 15.5% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $15,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,065
242	Oklahoma Christian University	Basketball	8771.6	97.07	1,010 – 1,270	21810	43281	#242 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Oklahoma Christian University Edmond, OK Known as the Bald Eagles, there are 392 athletes at Oklahoma Christian University. You’ll also find a Bald Eagle on their seal and sideline, where Eagle cheers them on. 98% receive grant aid, and OC also provides its full-time students with laptops, iPhones, and iPads. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,772 79.7% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,810 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
243	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Baseball	8770.73	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#243 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,771 1,997.6% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
244	Ohio Dominican University	Basketball	8604.32	94.23	1,010 – 1,200	21006	43933	#244 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Ohio Dominican University Columbus, OH Based in Columbus, Ohio Dominican University accepts 94% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Ohio Dominican University will receive grant aid from the school. 64% of students continued their studies at Ohio Dominican......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,604 5.8% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,933
245	Missouri Valley College	Softball	8593.1	52.69	900 – 1,120	18396	36902	#245 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 53% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,593 6,875.5% Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
246	San Diego State University	Soccer	8587.55	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#246 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,588 23.2% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
247	Midland University	Volleyball	8522.41	66.92	960 – 1,180	24143	45145	#247 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,522 184.0% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
248	Abilene Christian University	Golf	8466.5	66.04	1,010 – 1,250	28311	46727	#248 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,467 45.9% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $28,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,727
249	Wesleyan University	Squash	8312.23	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#249 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,312 5.5% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
250	Ottawa University-Surprise	Cross Country	8259.65	39.88	860 – 1,080	35030	49139	#250 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 40% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 44% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,260 69.6% Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $35,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
251	High Point University	Basketball	8180.89	76.83	1,130 – 1,350	43578	50955	#251 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 89% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 84% first year retention rate and 65% of......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,181 40.3% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $43,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
252	Benedictine University	Cross Country	8157.78	95.23	1,010 – 1,300	24570	50222	#252 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Benedictine University Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, Benedictine University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,158 Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $24,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
253	Savannah State University	Tennis	8151.6	83.68	890 – 1,010	8506	27494	#253 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Savannah State University Savannah, GA Based in Savannah, Savannah State University’s acceptance rate is 84% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 26% of students attending Savannah State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 11% of students......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,152 10.7% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $8,506 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,494
254	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Baseball	8148.46	84.3	970 – 1,220	23293	43046	#254 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,148 8.8% Acceptance Rate 84.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
255	Ottawa University-Ottawa	Baseball	8078.93	80.03	890 – 1,100	28126	49139	#255 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 58% and 26% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,079 3,567.6% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
256	Catawba College	Golf	8067.38	75.21	960 – 1,240	18319	36912	#256 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Catawba College Salisbury, NC Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,067 37.4% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,319 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,912
257	Troy University	Basketball	8052.48	96.04	970 – 1,210	12504	39392	#257 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Troy University Troy, AL Found in Troy, Troy University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 59% of students at Troy University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and 30% of students will......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,052 83.2% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,392
258	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Lacrosse	8039.97	84.3	970 – 1,220	23293	43046	#258 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,040 9.7% Acceptance Rate 84.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
259	Midland University	Swimming	7954.93	66.92	960 – 1,180	24143	45145	#259 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,955 3.1% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
260	Emory University	Softball	7950.78	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#260 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,951 53.7% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
261	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Football	7940.08	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17413	46572	#261 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,940 12.3% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
262	Mississippi Valley State University	Basketball	7902.24	51.16	800 – 970	12304	25817	#262 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Mississippi Valley State University Itta Bena, MS Found in Itta Bena, Mississippi Valley State University accepts 51% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 48% of students at Mississippi Valley State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Mississippi Valley State University, there is a 58% first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,902 0.0% Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 800 – 970 Avg. Net Price $12,304 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,817
263	Tarleton State University	Football	7838.54	52.56	1,010 – 1,180	15363	46729	#263 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,839 107.6% Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
264	Thomas University	Other Sports	7777.33	43.16	970 – 1,130	19087	45305	#264 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,777 70.0% Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
265	Friends University	Basketball	7750.21	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#265 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,750 52.6% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
266	Friends University	Softball	7636.42	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#266 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,636 3.6% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
267	Thomas University	Softball	7601.49	43.16	970 – 1,130	19087	45305	#267 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,601 58.9% Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
268	Friends University	Wrestling	7589.62	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#268 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,590 1.6% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
269	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	Football	7551.02	92.26	970 – 1,180	13156	39485	#269 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches, LA Found in Natchitoches, Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 92% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,551 15.8% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,485
270	Point University	Swimming	7487.36	67.51	920 – 1,200	22622	36410	#270 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,487 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
271	Huntington University	Basketball	7470.61	75.64	940 – 1,170	21149	40702	#271 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Huntington University Huntington, IN 97% of students at Huntington University receive grant aid and as a NAIA Division I school, there are also athletic scholarships available. Huntington opened in 1897 as Central College, having been founded by (and still affiliated with) the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,471 48.5% Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,149 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
272	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	Other Sports	7470.56	91.98	1,010 – 1,270	13837	37382	#272 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 46% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,471 61.2% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $13,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
273	Thomas University	Baseball	7467.47	43.16	970 – 1,130	19087	45305	#273 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,467 307.5% Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
274	Thomas University	Soccer	7432.12	43.16	970 – 1,130	19087	45305	#274 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,432 310.0% Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
275	Gordon College	Lacrosse	7417.61	85.62	1,150 – 1,370	25250	45839	#275 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 32 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Biology/Biological Sciences, General program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,418 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
276	Emory University	Baseball	7417.11	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#276 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,417 9.8% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
277	Davidson College	Football	7415.73	13.37	1,400 – 1,520	26510	62866	#277 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Davidson College Davidson, NC Davidson College was founded in 1837 and started trying to reduce the cost of higher education for students by the 1850’s. Today, the school meets students’ financial needs through grants, employment, and more. 65% of students receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,416 338.7% Acceptance Rate 13.4% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $26,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,866
278	Fontbonne University	Other Sports	7412.79	95.03	970 – 1,210	19519	44150	#278 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Fontbonne University Saint Louis, MO Found in Saint Louis, Fontbonne University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 64% and around 49% of students will......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,413 44.3% Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,519 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,150
279	California State University-San Bernardino	Golf	7394.38	93.18	820 – 1,020	6645	43149	#279 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 57% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,394 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $6,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
280	Dakota Wesleyan University	Golf	7362.5	72.77	970 – 1,250	21901	49432	#280 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 840 out of 1,150 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,363 1,314.3% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
281	Gordon College	Baseball	7360.42	85.62	1,150 – 1,370	25250	45839	#281 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 32 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Biology/Biological Sciences, General program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,360 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
282	Freed-Hardeman University	Baseball	7356.75	90.61	1,010 – 1,230	18267	40086	#282 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Freed-Hardeman University Henderson, TN Found in Henderson, Freed-Hardeman University accepts 91% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 81% and 58% of students will earn......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,357 156.2% Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $18,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,086
283	Dakota Wesleyan University	Softball	7343.04	72.77	970 – 1,250	21901	49432	#283 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 840 out of 1,150 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,343 1,773.2% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
284	Emory University	Volleyball	7278.61	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#284 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,279 33.9% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
285	Wesleyan University	Field Hockey	7275.16	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#285 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,275 61.7% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
286	Hampton University	Football	7228.96	62.25	810 – 1,100	28576	42721	#286 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Hampton University Hampton, VA Hampton University sits on a 314-acre campus, and it’s home to several research centers, including the Hampton University Proton Therapy Institute. It also has several National Historic Landmarks. 386 student athletes, known as the Pirates, compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Colonial Athletic Association. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,229 4,190.7% Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 810 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,721
287	Thomas University	Swimming	7210.33	43.16	970 – 1,130	19087	45305	#287 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,210 930.0% Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
288	Thomas University	Basketball	7207.15	43.16	970 – 1,130	19087	45305	#288 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,207 205.4% Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
289	California State University-Northridge	Softball	7176.75	88.1	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#289 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,177 132.3% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
290	High Point University	Lacrosse	7163.73	76.83	1,130 – 1,350	43578	50955	#290 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 89% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 84% first year retention rate and 65% of......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,164 660.4% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $43,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
291	Thomas University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	7125.07	43.16	970 – 1,130	19087	45305	#291 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,125 1,091.4% Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
292	Oklahoma Christian University	Softball	7119.68	97.07	1,010 – 1,270	21810	43281	#292 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Oklahoma Christian University Edmond, OK Known as the Bald Eagles, there are 392 athletes at Oklahoma Christian University. You’ll also find a Bald Eagle on their seal and sideline, where Eagle cheers them on. 98% receive grant aid, and OC also provides its full-time students with laptops, iPhones, and iPads. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,120 80.0% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,810 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
293	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	Volleyball	7053.82	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#293 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,054 76.2% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
294	Southern University and A & M College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	7051.23	49.87	840 – 1,010	18937	33033	#294 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge, LA Located in Baton Rouge, Southern University and A & M College accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,051 1.6% Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 840 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $18,937 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,033
295	Lawrence Technological University	Tennis	6985.05	74.03	1,040 – 1,280	33807	58827	#295 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,985 420.9% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
296	The University of Findlay	Tennis	6955.42	86.15	1,010 – 1,240	26215	49757	#296 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years The University of Findlay Findlay, OH Located in Findlay, The University of Findlay accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 72% and 47% of......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,955 2,212.4% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,757
297	California State University-Northridge	Baseball	6930.14	88.1	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#297 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,930 13.9% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
298	Wesleyan University	Volleyball	6911.84	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#298 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,912 35.0% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
299	Bradley University	Basketball	6907.22	76.75	1,060 – 1,290	24703	59114	#299 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Bradley University Peoria, IL Found in Peoria, Bradley University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Bradley University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and its four year graduation......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,907 55.8% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,703 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,114
300	Hilbert College	Basketball	6887.28	98	980 – 1,180	22224	45369	#300 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 98% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,887 0.0% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
301	Point University	Lacrosse	6858.82	67.51	920 – 1,200	22622	36410	#301 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,859 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
302	Livingstone College	Football	6855.66	74.09	780 – 930	15162	24024	#302 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 93% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 78%......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,856 0.0% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
303	Converse University	Golf	6805.43	64.24	1,050 – 1,240	19438	33110	#303 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Converse University Spartanburg, SC Located in Spartanburg, Converse University accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students at Converse University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,805 643.2% Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,110
304	Gordon College	Rowing	6788.74	85.62	1,150 – 1,370	25250	45839	#304 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 32 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Biology/Biological Sciences, General program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,789 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
305	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Volleyball	6767.71	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#305 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,768 570.7% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
306	Duke University	Softball	6736.71	5.71	1,520 – 1,560	23422	85792	#306 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Duke University Durham, NC Methodists and Quakers founded Duke University in 1838. The school has produced 50 Rhodes Scholars, three Turing Award winners, and 15 Noble laureates. Known as the Blue Devils, the university’s colors are Duke blue and white....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,737 251.5% Acceptance Rate 5.7% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,792
307	Saint Augustine's University	Football	6723.39	34.65	760 – 920	18373	26999	#307 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Saint Augustine's University Raleigh, NC Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,723 2,129.0% Acceptance Rate 34.7% SAT Score 760 – 920 Avg. Net Price $18,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,999
308	Gordon College	Swimming	6674.77	85.62	1,150 – 1,370	25250	45839	#308 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 32 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Biology/Biological Sciences, General program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,675 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
309	Clinton College	Basketball	6637.26	38.05	--	13418	24047	#309 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Clinton College Rock Hill, SC Found in Rock Hill, Clinton College accepted 38% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 60% of students at Clinton College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Clinton College, there is a......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,637 0.0% Acceptance Rate 38.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,418 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,047
310	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Softball	6618.52	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#310 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,619 772.3% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
311	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	Volleyball	6609.05	83.77	930 – 1,240	12942	50140	#311 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 72% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,609 0.0% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
312	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	Basketball	6590	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	21856	43309	#312 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA Found in Kutztown, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 91% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,590 14.5% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,856 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,309
313	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Golf	6563.47	84.3	970 – 1,220	23293	43046	#313 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,563 13.8% Acceptance Rate 84.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
314	Tulane University of Louisiana	Sailing	6540.2	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#314 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,540 77.8% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
315	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Golf	6530.93	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#315 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,531 1,033.5% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
316	Friends University	Volleyball	6498.11	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#316 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,498 23.0% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
317	Blue Mountain Christian University	Bowling	6476.33	100	970 – 1,110	16525	35401	#317 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Blue Mountain Christian University was originally a women's school when it opened in 1873. It only became coeducational in 2005. During the last admissions cycle, 56% of accepted students enrolled....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,476 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $16,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,401
318	Midland University	Basketball	6406.34	66.92	960 – 1,180	24143	45145	#318 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,406 2.2% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
319	Friends University	Soccer	6370.93	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#319 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,371 22.5% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
320	Georgetown University	Softball	6349.95	12.91	1,400 – 1,550	37967	83222	#320 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Georgetown University Washington, DC A private Jesuit research university, Georgetown University was founded as the Georgetown College in 1789 by Bishop John Carroll. It’s the oldest Catholic institution of higher education in the country and offers over 50 majors. Past graduates include Bill Clinton, Lyndon B....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,350 316.7% Acceptance Rate 12.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $37,967 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,222
321	California Baptist University	Baseball	6349.31	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#321 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,349 0.4% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
322	Aquinas College	Golf	6346.24	89.88	920 – 1,150	19890	40161	#322 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Aquinas College Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Aquinas College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,346 2,966.6% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $19,890 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,161
323	Ottawa University-Surprise	Weight Lifting	6336.94	39.88	860 – 1,080	35030	49139	#323 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 40% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 44% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Weight Lifting Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,337 25.4% Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $35,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
324	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	Softball	6329.52	92.26	970 – 1,180	13156	39485	#324 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches, LA Found in Natchitoches, Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 92% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,330 581.6% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,485
325	Lander University	Softball	6292.22	67.92	950 – 1,170	14657	36851	#325 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 64% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,292 29.0% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
326	Wesleyan University	Soccer	6281.37	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#326 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,281 49.8% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
327	Gordon College	Cross Country	6278.08	85.62	1,150 – 1,370	25250	45839	#327 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 32 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Biology/Biological Sciences, General program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,278 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
328	Blue Mountain Christian University	Archery	6269.12	100	970 – 1,110	16525	35401	#328 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Blue Mountain Christian University was originally a women's school when it opened in 1873. It only became coeducational in 2005. During the last admissions cycle, 56% of accepted students enrolled....Read more Sport Archery Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,269 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $16,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,401
329	Saint Leo University	Basketball	6245.47	72.1	980 – 1,190	19478	41619	#329 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL Based in Saint Leo, Saint Leo University accepts 72% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Leo University, there is a 58% first year retention rate and a 35% four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,245 5.7% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,478 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,619
330	Friends University	Weight Lifting	6206.84	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#330 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Weight Lifting Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,207 35.4% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
331	McDaniel College	Golf	6190.12	77.93	1,060 – 1,250	23088	47879	#331 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years McDaniel College Westminster, MD McDaniel College, originally founded in 1867 as Western Maryland College, is a private liberal arts school. 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $39,979 on average. With a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 56 will graduate in 4 years....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,190 7.6% Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,879
332	Montreat College	Golf	6169.62	65.55	970 – 1,140	26294	39763	#332 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Montreat College Montreat, NC Located in Montreat, Montreat College accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students attending Montreat College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,170 0.0% Acceptance Rate 65.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $26,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,763
333	Gordon College	Soccer	6154.47	85.62	1,150 – 1,370	25250	45839	#333 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 32 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Biology/Biological Sciences, General program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,154 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
334	Wesleyan University	Ice Hockey	6125.79	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#334 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,126 10.9% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
335	Swarthmore College	Basketball	6106.58	7.46	1,490 – 1,560	17930	56211	#335 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Swarthmore College Swarthmore, PA Swarthmore College was one of the first coeducational colleges in the country. It is associated with the Tri-College Consortium and the Quaker Consortium, which means students can take classes at the University of Pennsylvania, Bryn Mawr, and Haverford, in addition to Swarthmore....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,107 2.7% Acceptance Rate 7.5% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,211
336	Southern Utah University	Volleyball	6098.33	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#336 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,098 9.9% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
337	Creighton University	Golf	6058.5	79.75	1,250 – 1,410	33364	63090	#337 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Creighton University Omaha, NE Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular area of study for undergraduates attending Creighton University. The school has an impressive 94% first year retention rate and 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,059 304.2% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $33,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,090
338	Ottawa University-Surprise	Golf	6046.83	39.88	860 – 1,080	35030	49139	#338 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 40% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 44% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,047 461.8% Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $35,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
339	Barton College	Tennis	6043.92	94.2	950 – 1,150	23804	40785	#339 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Barton College Wilson, NC Found in Wilson, Barton College’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 65% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or less. Three popular areas of study among......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,044 0.0% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $23,804 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,785
340	Aquinas College	Softball	5972.26	89.88	920 – 1,150	19890	40161	#340 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Aquinas College Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Aquinas College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,972 1,160.4% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $19,890 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,161
341	Berry College	Golf	5962.17	64	1,120 – 1,320	25383	45014	#341 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Berry College Mount Berry, GA Located in Mount Berry, Berry College accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Berry College, there is a 84% first year retention rate and around 66%......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,962 22.8% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,014
342	Virginia Union University	Tennis	5953.75	97.8	750 – 1,010	20207	27977	#342 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,700 last year. 14% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 22 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,954 0.0% Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 750 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $20,207 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
343	Grambling State University	Volleyball	5945.4	23.68	860 – 1,050	19092	25589	#343 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Grambling State University Grambling, LA Located in Grambling, Grambling State University’s acceptance rate is 24% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 32% of students attending Grambling State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,945 0.0% Acceptance Rate 23.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $19,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,589
344	Texas Southern University	Volleyball	5897.65	93.35	820 – 1,010	15021	32986	#344 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Texas Southern University Houston, TX Located in Houston, Texas Southern University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requires $42 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 57% and its four......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,898 77.5% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 820 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $15,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,986
345	Hampton University	Basketball	5870.21	62.25	810 – 1,100	28576	42721	#345 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Hampton University Hampton, VA Hampton University sits on a 314-acre campus, and it’s home to several research centers, including the Hampton University Proton Therapy Institute. It also has several National Historic Landmarks. 386 student athletes, known as the Pirates, compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Colonial Athletic Association. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,870 1,741.5% Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 810 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,721
346	Friends University	Golf	5865.96	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#346 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,866 32.1% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
347	University of Virginia-Main Campus	Squash	5862.77	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	17831	72359	#347 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA Thomas Jefferson founded The University of Virginia, and the school’s Board of Visitors also included James Monroe and James Madison. The school's well known for its secret societies and sport accomplishments. The Cavaliers, who wear orange and blue, have over 30 championship wins. Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,863 13.1% Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $17,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
348	Carolina University	Softball	5826.65	34	850 – 1,140	19111	30657	#348 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Carolina University Winston-Salem, NC Located in Winston-Salem, Carolina University accepted 34% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Carolina University currently receive grant aid from the school. 56% of students decide to stay at Carolina University after......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,827 1,307.8% Acceptance Rate 34.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,657
349	Kentucky Wesleyan College	Golf	5815.83	67.05	720 – 1,180	20867	35895	#349 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Kentucky Wesleyan College Owensboro, KY Located in Owensboro, Kentucky Wesleyan College’s acceptance rate is 67%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Kentucky Wesleyan College, there is a 65% first year retention rate and around 33% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,816 2,878.7% Acceptance Rate 67.1% SAT Score 720 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,867 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,895
350	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Soccer	5799.5	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#350 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,800 453.4% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
351	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	Volleyball	5775.75	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	21856	43309	#351 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA Found in Kutztown, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 91% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,776 312.7% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,856 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,309
352	Dakota Wesleyan University	Football	5717.05	72.77	970 – 1,250	21901	49432	#352 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 840 out of 1,150 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,717 325.3% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
353	Blue Mountain Christian University	Weight Lifting	5717.02	100	970 – 1,110	16525	35401	#353 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Blue Mountain Christian University was originally a women's school when it opened in 1873. It only became coeducational in 2005. During the last admissions cycle, 56% of accepted students enrolled....Read more Sport Weight Lifting Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,717 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $16,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,401
354	Albany State University	Basketball	5703.32	73.02	790 – 940	13775	35579	#354 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Albany State University Albany, GA Found in Albany, Albany State University accepts 73% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 12% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,703 73.9% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score 790 – 940 Avg. Net Price $13,775 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,579
355	Saint Anselm College	Basketball	5655.89	78.05	1,110 – 1,280	35091	63347	#355 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Saint Anselm College Manchester, NH Saint Anselm College is the third oldest Catholic college in New England, having been founded in 1889. The school has been the site of presidential policy speeches from John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon as well as several national presidential debates....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,656 16.1% Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $35,091 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,347
356	University of Mary Washington	Volleyball	5651.7	79.78	1,190 – 1,380	21615	49411	#356 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg, VA Located in Fredericksburg, the University of Mary Washington accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending the University of Mary Washington will receive grant aid from the......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,652 8,376.0% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $21,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,411
357	Fort Hays State University	Basketball	5642.86	91.77	1,010 – 1,210	13774	44428	#357 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Found in Hays, Fort Hays State University accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 78% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,643 40.8% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,774 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
358	Washington University in St Louis	Basketball	5631.4	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#358 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,631 1.1% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
359	Gordon College	Softball	5629.63	85.62	1,150 – 1,370	25250	45839	#359 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 32 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Biology/Biological Sciences, General program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,630 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
360	Lander University	Field Hockey	5625.56	67.92	950 – 1,170	14657	36851	#360 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 64% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,626 40.7% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
361	Roberts Wesleyan University	Other Sports	5608.75	70.58	1,020 – 1,330	24202	56275	#361 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, NY Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,609 Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,275
362	Gannon University	Basketball	5600.13	74.16	1,060 – 1,290	23942	55319	#362 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Gannon University Erie, PA Based in Erie, Gannon University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 82% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,600 110.2% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $23,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,319
363	Tulane University of Louisiana	Swimming and Diving (combined)	5580.62	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#363 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,581 360.4% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
364	Alabama A & M University	Football	5512.48	66.22	810 – 1,030	14064	27851	#364 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Alabama A & M University Normal, AL Based in Normal, Alabama A & M University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of students attending Alabama A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,512 0.0% Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 810 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $14,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,851
365	Midland University	Baseball	5495.72	66.92	960 – 1,180	24143	45145	#365 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,496 771.8% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
366	Fresno Pacific University	Baseball	5476.16	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#366 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,476 850.0% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
367	Thomas University	Football	5457.83	43.16	970 – 1,130	19087	45305	#367 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,458 Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
368	Bowie State University	Basketball	5450.79	75	770 – 980	16117	43877	#368 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,451 80.1% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 770 – 980 Avg. Net Price $16,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
369	Livingstone College	Basketball	5437.45	74.09	780 – 930	15162	24024	#369 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 93% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 78%......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,437 0.0% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
370	University of Redlands	Golf	5434.15	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#370 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 65 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,434 323.8% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
371	Fresno Pacific University	Swimming	5410.57	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#371 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,411 0.0% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
372	University of Rhode Island	Basketball	5410.41	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	20964	57446	#372 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,410 264.3% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
373	Gordon College	Volleyball	5379.62	85.62	1,150 – 1,370	25250	45839	#373 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 32 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Biology/Biological Sciences, General program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,380 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
374	St Olaf College	Basketball	5361.84	48.32	1,310 – 1,450	27282	48373	#374 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 47 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,362 75.1% Acceptance Rate 48.3% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $27,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
375	Missouri Valley College	Track and Field (Indoor)	5346.49	52.69	900 – 1,120	18396	36902	#375 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 53% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,346 Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
376	University of Rio Grande	Track and Field (Outdoor)	5336.97	0	--	26581	34323	#376 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,337 41.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
377	Bradley University	Soccer	5336.88	76.75	1,060 – 1,290	24703	59114	#377 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Bradley University Peoria, IL Found in Peoria, Bradley University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Bradley University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and its four year graduation......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,337 243.8% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,703 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,114
378	University of Central Oklahoma	Tennis	5332.14	81.76	930 – 1,180	18893	43074	#378 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, OK Based in Edmond, the University of Central Oklahoma’s acceptance rate is 82% and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 53% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $3,080 each. The first year retention rate is 66%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,332 269.8% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,893 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,074
379	Southern Utah University	Gymnastics	5292.39	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#379 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,292 23.3% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
380	Troy University	Golf	5282.11	96.04	970 – 1,210	12504	39392	#380 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Troy University Troy, AL Found in Troy, Troy University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 59% of students at Troy University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and 30% of students will......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,282 486.5% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,392
381	Georgia College & State University	Golf	5251.46	78.23	1,090 – 1,240	19769	50644	#381 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Georgia College & State University Milledgeville, GA Found in Milledgeville, Georgia College & State University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 13% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,251 91.0% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,644
382	Gordon College	Field Hockey	5229.93	85.62	1,150 – 1,370	25250	45839	#382 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 32 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Biology/Biological Sciences, General program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,230 0.0% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
383	Le Moyne-Owen College	Baseball	5227.79	97.17	800 – 930	8362	25992	#383 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Le Moyne-Owen College Memphis, TN Based in Memphis, Le Moyne-Owen College’s acceptance rate is 97% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 44% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 60% of students continued studying at Le Moyne-Owen College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,228 Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 800 – 930 Avg. Net Price $8,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,992
384	Bowdoin College	Baseball	5222.84	7.13	1,470 – 1,550	23110	61692	#384 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,223 5.3% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $23,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
385	Southern Nazarene University	Golf	5180.86	77.03	930 – 1,180	19825	48255	#385 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southern Nazarene University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,181 135.3% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
386	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	Baseball	5154.22	92.26	970 – 1,180	13156	39485	#386 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches, LA Found in Natchitoches, Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 92% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,154 60.2% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,485
387	Wesleyan University	Basketball	5139.89	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#387 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,140 15.7% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
388	Lawrence Technological University	Volleyball	5138.61	74.03	1,040 – 1,280	33807	58827	#388 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,139 89.6% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
389	The University of Montana	Tennis	5129.89	95.86	1,080 – 1,290	17775	35729	#389 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years The University of Montana Missoula, MT Located along the Clark Fork River, The University of Montana's Grizzlies and Lady Griz compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Alumni include Colin Meloy, J.K. Simmons, and Carroll O’Connor, as well as numerous professional athletes, scientists, and politicians. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,130 151.7% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,775 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,729
390	University of Alaska Fairbanks	Ice Hockey	5128.72	62.12	1,030 – 1,270	9985	40746	#390 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, AK UAF, otherwise known as “Alaska,” is a flagship, land grant, space grant, and sea grant school. 71% of attending students receive institutional grant aid, $6,016 on average. Blue and gold are the official colors of UAF and the mascot is Nanook, a mighty polar bear of Inuit legend....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,129 406.2% Acceptance Rate 62.1% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $9,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,746
391	Wilmington University	Soccer	5120.87	76.53	--	14267	49635	#391 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Wilmington University New Castle, DE Found in New Castle, Wilmington University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 16% of students attending Wilmington University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 54%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,121 1,673.6% Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,635
392	University at Albany	Football	5106.79	69.09	1,160 – 1,330	19165	51380	#392 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending the University at Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 83% and 59% of students......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,107 6.1% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
393	Auburn University	Basketball	5083.08	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#393 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years 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
394	Ouachita Baptist University	Tennis	5077.32	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	22087	41697	#394 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia, AR Ouachita Baptist University, associated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, first opened in 1886. 577 athletes are known as the Tigers wear purple and gold while competing in Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, and other sports....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,077 57.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,697
395	Grand Valley State University	Soccer	5074.7	83.02	1,110 – 1,370	17995	47840	#395 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI Based in Allendale, Grand Valley State University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 86% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,075 32.9% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $17,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,840
396	Bowie State University	Cross Country	5072.61	75	770 – 980	16117	43877	#396 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,073 Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 770 – 980 Avg. Net Price $16,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
397	Carleton College	Tennis	5051.05	20.41	1,450 – 1,560	29434	53989	#397 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Carleton College Northfield, MN Part of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, the most popular sports at Carleton College are Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Swimming and Diving (combined). They’re known as the Knights and wear blue and maize. Computer Science is a commonly chosen undergraduate major. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,051 1,011.2% Acceptance Rate 20.4% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,989
398	Florida College	Cross Country	5019.47	66.45	940 – 1,140	23885	42430	#398 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Florida College Temple Terrace, FL Based in Temple Terrace, Florida College accepts 66% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. Approximately 88% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 77% and around 22% of students will graduate within four years. andLiberal Arts......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,019 185.5% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,430
399	Warner University	Beach Volleyball	4975.85	47.79	830 – 1,060	21471	39589	#399 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Warner University Lake Wales, FL Located in Lake Wales, Warner University’s acceptance rate is 48% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Warner University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,976 1,492.3% Acceptance Rate 47.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $21,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,589
400	Butler University	Volleyball	4956.64	85.08	1,190 – 1,370	40140	61627	#400 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Butler University Indianapolis, IN 443 of students participate in varsity sports at Butler University, a NCAA Division I-FCS school. Some popular options include Basketball, Soccer, and Football. The Bulldogs have a live mascot – a bulldog named Butler Blue IV. 97% of students receive grant aid to help them afford the cost of attendance. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,957 177.0% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $40,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,627
401	Olivet Nazarene University	Golf	4948.95	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#401 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,949 24.2% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
402	Concordia University-Nebraska	Softball	4926.36	90.04	1,020 – 1,240	24099	44527	#402 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Concordia University-Nebraska Seward, NE Found in Seward, Concordia University-Nebraska accepts 90% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $25,326 each. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,926 756.5% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,527
403	Texas Wesleyan University	Golf	4887.85	62.39	950 – 1,150	21169	44773	#403 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 89% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 63% and around 17%......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,888 31.2% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
404	Wingate University	Basketball	4884.78	91.13	990 – 1,210	21464	43992	#404 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Wingate University Wingate, NC Based in Wingate, Wingate University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,885 30.4% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,992
405	Linfield University	Softball	4878.04	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#405 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,878 8.4% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
406	Bakersfield College	Swimming	4854.77	79.48	--	5892	29867	#406 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,855 0.0% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
407	William Jessup University	Soccer	4846.19	76.82	1,060 – 1,300	28171	43163	#407 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,846 4.7% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
408	Michigan Technological University	Ice Hockey	4844.23	83.53	1,150 – 1,370	17928	69672	#408 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI Michigan Technological University offers over 185 degree programs across five colleges: Engineering, Computing, Sciences and Arts, Business, and Forest Resources and Environmental Science. Many students choose to study Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Civil Engineering, and General. Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,844 362.9% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $17,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,672
409	Emory University	Soccer	4827.69	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#409 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,828 18.9% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
410	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	Bowling	4823.33	84.3	970 – 1,220	23293	43046	#410 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,823 22.2% Acceptance Rate 84.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
411	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Softball	4820.21	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#411 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,820 77.5% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
412	The University of Tampa	Baseball	4817.03	40.34	1,100 – 1,270	35975	48397	#412 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years The University of Tampa Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, The University of Tampa’s acceptance rate is 40%. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 85% and around 52% of students will graduate within four years. The top three majors among......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,817 30.9% Acceptance Rate 40.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $35,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,397
413	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Basketball	4816.17	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#413 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,816 94.8% Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
414	The College of Saint Scholastica	Softball	4782.68	93.89	1,080 – 1,280	23913	62332	#414 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 23% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,783 99.1% Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
415	The University of Texas Permian Basin	Softball	4777	93.07	910 – 1,130	10143	50020	#415 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,777 291.5% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
416	Aquinas College	Volleyball	4752.17	89.88	920 – 1,150	19890	40161	#416 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Aquinas College Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Aquinas College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,752 943.6% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $19,890 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,161
417	Dakota Wesleyan University	Wrestling	4737.88	72.77	970 – 1,250	21901	49432	#417 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 840 out of 1,150 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,738 12.0% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
418	High Point University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	4730.42	76.83	1,130 – 1,350	43578	50955	#418 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 89% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 84% first year retention rate and 65% of......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,730 801.9% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $43,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
419	Missouri Valley College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	4715.26	52.69	900 – 1,120	18396	36902	#419 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 53% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,715 Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
420	Wesleyan University	Lacrosse	4689.46	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#420 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,689 25.1% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
421	Saint Leo University	Golf	4684.56	72.1	980 – 1,190	19478	41619	#421 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL Based in Saint Leo, Saint Leo University accepts 72% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Leo University, there is a 58% first year retention rate and a 35% four year......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,685 15.1% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,478 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,619
422	Saint Martin's University	Baseball	4684.02	89.8	940 – 1,170	22779	57998	#422 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Saint Martin's University Lacey, WA Located in Lacey, Saint Martin's University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 83% of students attending Saint Martin's University will receive institutional grant aid. 65% of students......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,684 77.6% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,998
423	Point University	Golf	4671.37	67.51	920 – 1,200	22622	36410	#423 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,671 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
424	Salve Regina University	Tennis	4632.12	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#424 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,632 482.6% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
425	Saint Leo University	Softball	4607.55	72.1	980 – 1,190	19478	41619	#425 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL Based in Saint Leo, Saint Leo University accepts 72% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Leo University, there is a 58% first year retention rate and a 35% four year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,608 10.6% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,478 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,619
426	Pitzer College	Water Polo	4600	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#426 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,600 275.5% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
427	Pomona College	Water Polo	4600	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#427 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 38 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,600 275.5% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
428	Fairmont State University	Basketball	4595.4	99.24	870 – 1,080	10993	41197	#428 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,595 261.8% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
429	Wingate University	Golf	4581.57	91.13	990 – 1,210	21464	43992	#429 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Wingate University Wingate, NC Based in Wingate, Wingate University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,582 7.3% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,992
430	Salem University	Tennis	4577.74	47.33	900 – 1,130	11626	31612	#430 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years Salem University Salem, WV Found in Salem, Salem University’s acceptance rate is 47%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 49% of students at Salem University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 52%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,578 731.4% Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,612
431	California Baptist University	Other Sports	4576.37	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#431 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,576 163.1% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210

2026 College Rankings

Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years

Football

$1,148,437 15.9%

26.6%

1,250 – 1,490

$18,036

$60,896

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years

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 – Four or more years

Football

$685,811 0.5%

41.6%

1,210 – 1,400

$20,885

$47,782

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years

Football

$656,600 12.0%

11.3%

1,420 – 1,550

$29,083

$86,210

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years

Basketball

$535,158 20.9%

5.7%

1,520 – 1,560

$23,422

$85,792

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years

Football

$519,689 10.2%

87.5%

1,110 – 1,320

$18,029

$47,692

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years

Football

$519,640 25.1%

45.2%

1,350 – 1,480

$14,216

$61,275

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years

Football

$505,346 5.1%

15.6%

1,370 – 1,530

$19,005

$73,762

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years

Football

$502,726 7.0%

45.9%

1,250 – 1,400

$24,524

$54,629

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years

Softball

$489,053 699.4%

37.2%

1,250 – 1,430

$16,303

$57,565

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Four or more years

Football

$486,658 24.4%

37.2%

1,250 – 1,430

$16,303

$57,565

$1,148,437
15.9%

$1,054,156
1,068.4%

$685,811
0.5%

$656,600
12.0%

$535,158
20.9%

$519,689
10.2%

$519,640
25.1%

$505,346
5.1%

$502,726
7.0%

$489,053
699.4%

$486,658
24.4%

$468,777
23.3%

$458,283
0.7%

$428,910
46.4%

$424,332
1.7%

$423,094
6.0%

$421,227
4.9%

$421,077
7.1%