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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	Duke University	Basketball	535158.41	5.71	1,500 – 1,560	21981	85792	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $21,981 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,792
2	Syracuse University	Basketball	338434	45.92	1,290 – 1,440	48215	60459	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 76% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Syracuse University, there is a 90% first year retention rate and around 75% of undergraduates will......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $338,434 40.1% Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,459
3	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	Basketball	324074.67	15.34	1,350 – 1,520	10154	57057	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $10,154 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,057
4	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Basketball	319686.36	42.37	1,330 – 1,520	13973	64802	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 72% 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 1,330 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $13,973 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
5	Michigan State University	Basketball	297491.69	84.8	1,190 – 1,370	23657	55084	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 86% 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 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
6	Purdue University-Main Campus	Basketball	257227.06	49.87	1,220 – 1,490	13722	60838	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 49.9% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,722 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
7	Florida State University	Basketball	231455.78	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	15815	49814	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $15,815 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
8	Indiana University-Bloomington	Basketball	221092.08	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	17270	53417	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $17,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
9	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Basketball	213450.98	41.6	1,210 – 1,400	21648	47782	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 88% 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 $21,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
10	Villanova University	Basketball	175197	26.98	1,410 – 1,510	37201	84905	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $37,201 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,905
11	North Carolina State University	Basketball	151808.28	41.74	1,310 – 1,450	15522	57623	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 94% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $151,808 8.6% Acceptance Rate 41.7% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $15,522 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,623
12	University of Dayton	Basketball	147396.58	65.45	1,210 – 1,400	32794	62477	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Dayton Dayton, OH Found in Dayton, the University of Dayton accepted 65% 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 65.5% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $32,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,477
13	Marquette University	Basketball	141349.17	81.34	1,230 – 1,390	34322	65241	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $34,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,241
14	San Diego State University	Basketball	128215.8	36.19	1,100 – 1,320	14704	52620	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 27% 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 36.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $14,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
15	Creighton University	Basketball	127079.74	79.75	1,250 – 1,410	32636	63090	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $32,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,090
16	The University of Alabama	Basketball	121551.59	76.65	1,180 – 1,400	22559	52233	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% 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 1,180 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,559 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
17	Iowa State University	Basketball	106477.57	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17779	53873	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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, 88% first year retention rate, and 52% 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 $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
18	Gonzaga University	Basketball	103005.44	81.69	1,260 – 1,400	40117	66525	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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%. 88% 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 1,260 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $40,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,525
19	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Basketball	98901.4	60.57	1,310 – 1,450	19783	51438	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $19,783 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
20	Brigham Young University	Basketball	98880.8	67.78	1,310 – 1,440	16694	58450	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $16,694 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
21	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Basketball	86897.8	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	24488	50621	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 67% 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 $24,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
22	Butler University	Basketball	85355.34	85.08	1,190 – 1,370	38438	61627	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $38,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,627
23	University of Arkansas	Basketball	70377	74.3	1,070 – 1,290	18408	49686	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 44% 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 $18,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
24	Murray State University	Basketball	69156.2	85.68	1,000 – 1,230	10182	38473	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 96% of students at Murray State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $69,156 24.8% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $10,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,473
25	University of Nevada-Reno	Basketball	66121.97	73.71	1,020 – 1,250	17226	49182	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 84% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Nevada-Reno, there is a 80% first year retention rate and around 41% 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 $17,226 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,182
26	Kansas State University	Basketball	65450.35	81.69	1,050 – 1,280	20527	49330	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 89% 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 81.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
27	West Virginia University	Basketball	63786.07	89	1,020 – 1,230	15169	45181	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 91% 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 89.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
28	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Basketball	62708.42	45.2	1,360 – 1,480	14235	61275	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 1,360 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,235 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
29	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	Basketball	58411.88	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	25223	54240	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $25,223 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
30	Xavier University	Basketball	49608.39	86.41	1,110 – 1,330	33623	54758	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Xavier University Cincinnati, OH Located in Cincinnati, Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. 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 86.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $33,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,758
31	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	Basketball	49519.83	14.07	1,370 – 1,530	15918	89432	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $15,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,432
32	University of Virginia-Main Campus	Basketball	37368.88	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	18427	72359	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $18,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
33	University of New Orleans	Basketball	35463.66	74.31	930 – 1,150	12258	38410	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of New Orleans New Orleans, LA Based in New Orleans, the University of New Orleans’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 60% 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 67%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $35,464 24.7% Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $12,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,410
34	University of Georgia	Basketball	34509.68	37.7	1,300 – 1,490	16662	57565	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 37.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $16,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
35	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Basketball	33009.08	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	17209	57984	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $17,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
36	University of Rio Grande	Basketball	32293.39	0	--	24061	34323	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $24,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
37	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Basketball	29112.37	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18322	47692	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
38	Washington State University	Basketball	28411.35	86.64	1,030 – 1,220	18171	53510	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $90 for graduate applications. About 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and 41% of students will......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $28,411 159.7% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
39	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Basketball	27499.31	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	19561	46855	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $19,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
40	Pacific Union College	Basketball	26762.78	47.3	950 – 1,190	22767	52713	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 47% 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 47.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
41	The University of Texas at Austin	Basketball	26257.4	26.64	1,260 – 1,500	17942	60896	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 1,260 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $17,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
42	University of New Mexico-Main Campus	Basketball	24718.29	95.18	910 – 1,180	6347	37150	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque, NM Based in Albuquerque, the University of New Mexico-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 95% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 76% 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 95.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,150
43	Oakland City University	Basketball	24137.93	82.51	870 – 1,150	16437	43190	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Oakland City University Oakland City, IN Located in Oakland City, Oakland City University’s acceptance rate is 83% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Oakland City University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Oakland City University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 40% four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $24,138 0.0% Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $16,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,190
44	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Basketball	23994.07	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17997	46572	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 76% 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 $17,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
45	Cleveland State University	Basketball	21950.04	91.3	930 – 1,210	16230	44625	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH Found in Cleveland, Cleveland State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 70% 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 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,230 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,625
46	Le Moyne College	Basketball	19611.68	82.98	1,170 – 1,340	23702	53493	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY Located in Syracuse, Le Moyne College’s acceptance rate is 83%. 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 83.0% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $23,702 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,493
47	Morgan State University	Basketball	19514.85	82.23	850 – 1,080	15476	40065	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $15,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,065
48	California Baptist University	Basketball	19137.93	84.88	970 – 1,170	27862	52336	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $45 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $19,138 23.6% Acceptance Rate 84.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $27,862 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
49	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	Basketball	17287.12	92.54	970 – 1,180	13134	39485	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches, LA Found in Natchitoches, Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 69% 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 92.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,134 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,485
50	Lander University	Basketball	16030.19	81.31	940 – 1,170	15520	36851	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 81% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% 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 81.3% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
51	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University	Basketball	15755.42	20.56	1,040 – 1,180	13819	36153	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,819 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,153
52	Grambling State University	Basketball	15481.64	44.86	870 – 1,030	17018	25589	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Grambling State University Grambling, LA Located in Grambling, Grambling State University’s acceptance rate is 45% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 43% of students attending Grambling State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 66%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $15,482 51,605,366.7% Acceptance Rate 44.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $17,018 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,589
53	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	Basketball	15082.35	88.94	970 – 1,210	23402	51329	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 83% 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 88.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,402 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
54	Ottawa University-Surprise	Basketball	15050.85	78.15	880 – 1,110	34037	49139	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 50% 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 78.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $34,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
55	The University of Texas Permian Basin	Basketball	14598.03	94.89	920 – 1,140	13563	50020	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 90% 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 94.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,563 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
56	Boise State University	Basketball	14155.61	87.21	1,050 – 1,220	21583	45251	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,251
57	Emory University	Basketball	13199.84	10.65	1,460 – 1,550	27303	74980	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 10 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 10.7% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
58	Kentucky State University	Basketball	11977.13	96.08	800 – 930	9397	29640	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Kentucky State University Frankfort, KY Based in Frankfort, Kentucky State University accepts 96% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% 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 96.1% SAT Score 800 – 930 Avg. Net Price $9,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,640
59	University at Albany	Basketball	11950.14	69.1	1,120 – 1,330	17949	51380	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% 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 58% of students......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,950 11.7% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
60	Alabama A & M University	Basketball	11823.5	57.95	810 – 1,020	17152	27851	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Alabama A & M University Normal, AL Based in Normal, Alabama A & M University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students attending Alabama A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,824 0.0% Acceptance Rate 58.0% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $17,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,851
61	Lubbock Christian University	Basketball	11746.86	73.1	980 – 1,230	24544	46464	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 73.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $24,544 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,464
62	Tarleton State University	Basketball	10909.32	89.55	990 – 1,170	16159	46729	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 85% 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 89.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $16,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
63	Davidson College	Basketball	10689.22	13.37	1,400 – 1,520	27720	62866	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $27,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,866
64	Warner University	Basketball	10294.97	42.81	800 – 1,060	20888	39589	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Warner University Lake Wales, FL Located in Lake Wales, Warner University’s acceptance rate is 43% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% 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 42.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $20,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,589
65	Taylor University	Basketball	9613.76	73.53	1,110 – 1,360	26178	45142	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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, Biology/Biological Sciences, 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 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $26,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
66	Indiana State University	Basketball	9443.4	80.77	910 – 1,130	12066	41047	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Indiana State University Terre Haute, IN Located in Terre Haute, Indiana State University accepts 81% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 93% of students at Indiana State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 66%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,443 0.0% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,047
67	Oklahoma Christian University	Basketball	8771.6	96.54	1,010 – 1,250	22391	43281	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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. 99% 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 96.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $22,391 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
68	Ohio Dominican University	Basketball	8604.32	94.23	1,040 – 1,310	21032	43933	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Ohio Dominican University Columbus, OH Based in Columbus, Ohio Dominican University accepts 94% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Ohio Dominican University will receive grant aid from the school. 64% of students continued their studies at Ohio Dominican University after completing their......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,604 5.8% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,032 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,933
69	High Point University	Basketball	8180.89	75.31	1,150 – 1,390	43086	50955	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 75%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 85% first year retention rate and 64% of......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,181 40.3% Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $43,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
70	Troy University	Basketball	8052.48	96.04	970 – 1,210	12842	39392	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Troy University Troy, AL Found in Troy, Troy University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at Troy University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and 24% of students will graduate in......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 $12,842 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,392
71	Mississippi Valley State University	Basketball	7902.24	92.38	760 – 930	10232	25817	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Mississippi Valley State University Itta Bena, MS Found in Itta Bena, Mississippi Valley State University accepts 92% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 96% of students at Mississippi Valley State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Mississippi Valley State University, there is a 70% first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,902 0.0% Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 760 – 930 Avg. Net Price $10,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,817
72	Friends University	Basketball	7750.21	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown 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 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
73	Huntington University	Basketball	7470.61	75.64	940 – 1,170	19767	40702	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Huntington University Huntington, IN 96% 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 $19,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
74	Thomas University	Basketball	7207.15	38.3	1,000 – 1,220	17823	45305	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 71% 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 38.3% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $17,823 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
75	Bradley University	Basketball	6907.22	76.76	1,120 – 1,330	23787	59114	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 83% 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 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $23,787 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,114
76	Hilbert College	Basketball	6887.28	97.2	980 – 1,180	22157	45369	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 97% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 64% of students continued their studies at Hilbert College after......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,887 0.0% Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
77	Clinton College	Basketball	6637.26	0	--	11159	24047	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Clinton College Rock Hill, SC Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,637 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,047
78	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	Basketball	6590	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	22134	43309	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $22,134 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,309
79	Midland University	Basketball	6406.34	66.12	940 – 1,150	26643	45145	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 66% 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 66.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $26,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
80	Saint Leo University	Basketball	6245.47	78.4	1,000 – 1,220	22599	41619	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL Based in Saint Leo, Saint Leo University accepts 78% 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 59% first year retention rate and a 38% four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,245 5.7% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $22,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,619
81	Swarthmore College	Basketball	6106.58	7.46	1,490 – 1,560	22469	56211	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $22,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,211
82	Hampton University	Basketball	5870.21	62.25	790 – 1,100	27428	42721	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 790 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $27,428 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,721
83	Albany State University	Basketball	5703.32	73.02	780 – 930	11484	35579	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 15% 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 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $11,484 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,579
84	Saint Anselm College	Basketball	5655.89	78.05	1,120 – 1,290	35551	63347	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $35,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,347
85	Fort Hays State University	Basketball	5642.86	90.26	970 – 1,180	13186	44428	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Found in Hays, Fort Hays State University accepts 90% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,643 40.8% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,186 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
86	Washington University in St Louis	Basketball	5631.4	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22408	78073	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
87	Gannon University	Basketball	5600.13	74.16	1,000 – 1,270	23123	55319	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Gannon University Erie, PA Based in Erie, Gannon University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% 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 1,000 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $23,123 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,319
88	Bowie State University	Basketball	5450.79	72.41	800 – 1,090	17287	43877	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 fairly 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 72.4% SAT Score 800 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $17,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
89	Livingstone College	Basketball	5437.45	59.25	800 – 980	12826	24024	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 77% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 71%......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,437 0.0% Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 800 – 980 Avg. Net Price $12,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
90	University of Rhode Island	Basketball	5410.41	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	24118	57446	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 96% 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 $24,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
91	St Olaf College	Basketball	5361.84	48.32	1,310 – 1,450	26756	48373	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $26,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
92	Wesleyan University	Basketball	5139.89	16.49	1,440 – 1,540	23025	60385	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 1,440 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
93	Auburn University	Basketball	5083.08	45.92	1,250 – 1,400	25242	54629	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 78% 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 $25,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
94	Wingate University	Basketball	4884.78	91.13	990 – 1,210	21282	43992	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 100% 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 $21,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,992
95	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Basketball	4816.17	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	17574	73762	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $17,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
96	Fairmont State University	Basketball	4595.4	98.62	850 – 1,090	11328	41197	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 78% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 67% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,595 261.8% Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $11,328 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
97	Valley City State University	Basketball	4281.88	99.07	930 – 1,180	12442	45820	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Valley City State University Valley City, ND Found in Valley City, Valley City State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Valley City State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 28% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,282 2,623.3% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,820
98	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	Basketball	4259.31	75.17	1,010 – 1,260	11940	54466	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 46% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,259 39.3% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
99	Yale University	Basketball	4167.43	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	22408	81765	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,167 81.8% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
100	Missouri Southern State University	Basketball	4077.21	97.03	950 – 1,200	11626	37866	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Missouri Southern State University Joplin, MO Found in Joplin, Missouri Southern State University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students attending Missouri Southern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,077 17.0% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $11,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,866
101	Minnesota State University Moorhead	Basketball	3898.48	58.76	970 – 1,210	18221	45873	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead, MN Based in Moorhead, Minnesota State University Moorhead accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,898 4.2% Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,873
102	Thomas More University	Basketball	3865.45	90.35	1,080 – 1,280	22297	47148	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Thomas More University Crestview Hills, KY Located in Crestview Hills, Thomas More University accepts 90% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Thomas More University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,865 97.0% Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,148
103	Point University	Basketball	3630.83	44.26	920 – 1,200	19545	36410	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University accepted 44% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,631 0.0% Acceptance Rate 44.3% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $19,545 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
104	Emmanuel College	Basketball	3611.77	75.65	1,170 – 1,340	31121	50180	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Emmanuel College Boston, MA Found in Boston, Emmanuel College accepted 76% 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 Emmanuel College currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,612 75.6% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,180
105	Carson-Newman University	Basketball	3603.09	90.45	1,010 – 1,210	20895	39324	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Carson-Newman University Jefferson City, TN Based in Jefferson City, Carson-Newman University accepts 90% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Carson-Newman University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,603 15.1% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,324
106	Bentley University	Basketball	3591.48	45.05	1,290 – 1,430	45802	86679	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,591 16.5% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $45,802 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,679
107	University of South Alabama	Basketball	3575.5	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	16074	41307	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of South Alabama Mobile, AL Located in Mobile, the University of South Alabama’s acceptance rate is 71% and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 93% of students attending the University of South Alabama currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,576 0.0% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,074 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,307
108	Biola University	Basketball	3533	74.35	1,170 – 1,370	34082	45752	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,533 109.0% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
109	Whitworth University	Basketball	3460.5	89.78	1,090 – 1,340	27605	49510	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Biological and Physical Sciences. 78% of students return after completing their first year, and 76% will graduate within 6 years. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,461 300.2% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
110	East Texas A&M University	Basketball	3434.97	92.24	930 – 1,160	12327	43157	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball East Texas A&M University Commerce, TX Found in Commerce, East Texas A&M University’s acceptance rate is 92% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending East Texas A&M University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,435 65.6% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $12,327 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,157
111	Madison Area Technical College	Basketball	3397.53	0	--	13284	40928	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Madison Area Technical College Madison, WI Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,398 1,634.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,928
112	Bethel University	Basketball	3322.53	60.23	850 – 1,090	13112	38990	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Bethel University McKenzie, TN Based in McKenzie, Bethel University’s acceptance rate is 60% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 54% and 2% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,323 31.6% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $13,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,990
113	Bowdoin College	Basketball	3302.4	7.13	1,470 – 1,550	22228	61692	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,302 182.3% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
114	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Basketball	3262.76	63.47	1,380 – 1,510	38887	83054	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,263 954.5% Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $38,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
115	Louisiana State University-Alexandria	Basketball	3236.27	92.08	940 – 1,120	8296	37284	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Louisiana State University-Alexandria Alexandria, LA Based in Alexandria, Louisiana State University-Alexandria accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and . About 48% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and its four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,236 4.6% Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $8,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
116	Samford University	Basketball	3222.51	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	34926	49466	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 14 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,223 176.5% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $34,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
117	California State University-Chico	Basketball	3212.74	92.72	970 – 1,180	14630	50493	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,880 on average. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,213 53.7% Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
118	Grand Valley State University	Basketball	3171.28	83.02	960 – 1,210	17198	47840	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI Based in Allendale, Grand Valley State University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of students continued their studies at Grand......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,171 3,029.7% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,198 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,840
119	Kentucky Wesleyan College	Basketball	3099.88	71.6	890 – 1,140	20999	35895	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Kentucky Wesleyan College Owensboro, KY Located in Owensboro, Kentucky Wesleyan College’s acceptance rate is 72%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Kentucky Wesleyan College, there is a 53% first year retention rate and around 41% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,100 341.2% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,895
120	Texas Lutheran University	Basketball	3090.06	95.71	1,050 – 1,250	25119	48125	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,090 355.2% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $25,119 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
121	Fresno City College	Basketball	3011.72	0	--	9618	30049	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Fresno City College Fresno, CA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,012 11.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,049
122	San Diego Mesa College	Basketball	2981.03	0	--	10316	59213	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,981 4,708.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
123	McDaniel College	Basketball	2975.94	77.93	1,060 – 1,250	24497	47879	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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, $40,721 on average. With a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 58 will graduate in 4 years....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,976 32.5% Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,879
124	University of Central Oklahoma	Basketball	2926.58	78.12	970 – 1,180	18660	43074	#124 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, OK Based in Edmond, the University of Central Oklahoma’s acceptance rate is 78% and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 55% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $2,903 each. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,927 37.8% Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,660 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,074
125	Vermont State University	Basketball	2848.86	81.67	860 – 1,060	18442	41340	#125 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Vermont State University Randolph, VT Located in Randolph, Vermont State University’s acceptance rate is 82%. Undergraduates have to pay $45 to apply. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $4,126 each. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,849 0.0% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,340
126	Occidental College	Basketball	2764.81	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	48400	52209	#126 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,765 14.2% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $48,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
127	Dickinson College	Basketball	2764.03	42.09	1,330 – 1,460	38483	57110	#127 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 42% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 96% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,764 292.9% Acceptance Rate 42.1% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $38,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
128	SUNY College at Geneseo	Basketball	2743.26	66.45	1,200 – 1,360	19115	51097	#128 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 95% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,743 103.3% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $19,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
129	Cornell College	Basketball	2654.88	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#129 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,655 0.1% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
130	Bridgewater State University	Basketball	2608.29	87.81	1,080 – 1,280	15646	46673	#130 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Bridgewater State University Bridgewater, MA Found in Bridgewater, Bridgewater State University accepts 88% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $4,872 on average. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,608 426.7% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,646 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,673
131	Worcester Polytechnic Institute	Basketball	2533.64	60.16	1,200 – 1,390	47372	85038	#131 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA Located in Worcester, Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s acceptance rate is 60%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Worcester Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid. At Worcester Polytechnic Institute, there is a 94%......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,534 39.9% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $47,372 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,038
132	University of Massachusetts-Lowell	Basketball	2525.45	83.04	1,190 – 1,380	16530	61467	#132 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell, MA Located in Lowell, the University of Massachusetts-Lowell accepts 83% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 79% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 84% and its......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,525 0.0% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $16,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,467
133	Russell Sage College	Basketball	2501.3	53.26	900 – 1,120	21046	51139	#133 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 62% four......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,501 7.5% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $21,046 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
134	Bethesda University	Basketball	2454.81	83.21	--	20099	37397	#134 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Bethesda University Anaheim, CA Based in Anaheim, Bethesda University accepts 83% of applicants and charges $100 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 25% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 45% of students continued their studies at Bethesda University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,455 0.0% Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,397
135	Edgewood College	Basketball	2449.97	75.73	1,040 – 1,210	27038	53843	#135 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Edgewood College Madison, WI Located in Madison, Edgewood College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Edgewood College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,450 29.5% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,038 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,843
136	Linfield University	Basketball	2419.29	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#136 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,419 41.6% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
137	The University of Tampa	Basketball	2413.97	40.34	1,100 – 1,270	35679	48397	#137 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 89% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 85% and around 57% of students will graduate within four years. The top three majors among......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,414 142.9% Acceptance Rate 40.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $35,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,397
138	University of Providence	Basketball	2397.3	50.28	850 – 1,140	16598	37734	#138 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Providence Great Falls, MT Located in Great Falls, the University of Providence accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Providence, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,397 61.6% Acceptance Rate 50.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,734
139	Missouri Valley College	Basketball	2391.34	69.18	900 – 1,060	18923	36902	#139 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 69% 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,391 14,141.9% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
140	Georgia College & State University	Basketball	2387.56	78.23	1,090 – 1,240	21632	50644	#140 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 9% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,388 33.7% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,644
141	The College of Saint Scholastica	Basketball	2383.66	92.96	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#141 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 17% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,384 924.4% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
142	Covenant College	Basketball	2340.78	86.51	1,150 – 1,380	27926	39570	#142 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Covenant College Lookout Mountain, GA Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church in America, Covenant College’s motto is “In All Things Christ Preeminent.” Courses are taught from a Reformed Christian perspective, and students can earn up to a Master's degree. It has a first year retention rate of 88% – 73% graduate in six years. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,341 23.7% Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,570
143	Western New England University	Basketball	2255.89	83.48	1,090 – 1,310	27056	51771	#143 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Western New England University Springfield, MA Based in Springfield, Western New England University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 97% of students attending Western New England University will receive institutional grant aid. They receive $30,597 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,256 2.4% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,771
144	Azusa Pacific University	Basketball	2254.59	88.43	1,080 – 1,300	26143	56794	#144 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,255 153.6% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
145	Pace University	Basketball	2244.47	75.92	1,180 – 1,340	34791	52767	#145 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Pace University New York, NY Located in New York, Pace University’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Pace University currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,244 0.0% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $34,791 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,767
146	Walsh University	Basketball	2240.9	70.74	1,040 – 1,280	23933	50090	#146 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Walsh University North Canton, OH Found in North Canton, Walsh University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 96% of students at Walsh University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 72% of students continued their......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,241 15.2% Acceptance Rate 70.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,933 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,090
147	Marymount University	Basketball	2233.3	93.16	990 – 1,200	31989	57801	#147 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Marymount University Arlington, VA Located in Arlington, Marymount University accepts 93% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Marymount University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Marymount University, there is a 73% first year retention rate and around 47% of students will earn......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,233 29.0% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $31,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,801
148	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Basketball	2196.24	93.26	970 – 1,150	9723	37126	#148 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 59% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,196 32.1% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $9,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
149	Saint Edward's University	Basketball	2182.63	81.42	1,000 – 1,260	28766	47743	#149 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Saint Edward's University Austin, TX Saint Edward’s University is a Roman Catholic school, affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross. It’s somewhat selective and boasts a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 250 Hilltoppers compete in the Lone Star Conference. Some sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,183 85.6% Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,743
150	California State University-East Bay	Basketball	2180.45	97.39	830 – 1,050	9850	55546	#150 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball California State University-East Bay Hayward, CA Found in Hayward, California State University-East Bay accepts 97% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,180 72.6% Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $9,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
151	Saint Martin's University	Basketball	2102.55	89.8	1,000 – 1,190	29116	57998	#151 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 99% of students attending Saint Martin's University will receive institutional grant aid. 65% of students......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,103 320.4% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $29,116 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,998
152	Bluffton University	Basketball	2071.88	67.23	890 – 1,120	20429	41940	#152 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Located in Bluffton, Bluffton University accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,072 123.2% Acceptance Rate 67.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $20,429 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
153	Westmont College	Basketball	2016.54	77.05	1,240 – 1,450	32172	53737	#153 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,017 425.6% Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $32,172 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
154	Nazareth University	Basketball	1998.86	74.72	1,090 – 1,340	30785	47717	#154 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 95% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,999 29.5% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
155	Clayton State University	Basketball	1976.53	68.45	860 – 1,070	8192	41633	#155 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Clayton State University Morrow, GA Located in Morrow, Clayton State University accepts 68% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 18% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,977 69.0% Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $8,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,633
156	Nicholls State University	Basketball	1956.44	90.8	1,010 – 1,190	12298	38829	#156 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Nicholls State University Thibodaux, LA Located in Thibodaux, Nicholls State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. Approximately 53% of students attending Nicholls State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,956 0.0% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $12,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,829
157	Longwood University	Basketball	1950.72	90.22	1,030 – 1,220	20847	46058	#157 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Longwood University Farmville, VA Located in Farmville, Longwood University accepts 90% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 90% of students at Longwood University currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $7,486 on average. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,951 162.5% Acceptance Rate 90.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,847 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,058
158	Pacific Lutheran University	Basketball	1946.16	78.02	1,050 – 1,270	22299	52212	#158 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA Pacific Lutheran University’s motto is “Education for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership, and Care.” Many students study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school opened in 1894, where tuition was $1 per week....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,946 13.3% Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,212
159	University of New England	Basketball	1938.58	91.63	1,050 – 1,240	40003	48957	#159 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of New England Biddeford, ME Founded in 1939 as College Séraphique, The University of New England underwent several name changes before receiving its current moniker in 1996. The school has two campuses, one in Maine and one in Tangier, Morocco. UNE is also the largest private university in the state and the five schools offer 57 majors and programs. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,939 62.9% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $40,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,957
160	Marywood University	Basketball	1925.75	60.58	1,060 – 1,260	26217	47000	#160 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Marywood University Scranton, PA Marywood University is a private Catholic school located near the Pocono Mountains. Of attending students, 100% will receive grant aid, about $29,574 on average. Popular majors among students include Business Administration and Management, General, Social Work, and Physician Assistant....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,926 112.8% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $26,217 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,000
161	LeTourneau University	Basketball	1915.55	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	29799	51058	#161 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,916 477.5% Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $29,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
162	Newberry College	Basketball	1881.72	89.79	890 – 1,130	21943	38983	#162 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Newberry College Newberry, SC Based in Newberry, Newberry College accepts 90% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 71% of students at Newberry College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,882 226.9% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,983
163	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto	Basketball	1849.55	98.21	980 – 1,300	19675	55620	#163 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto Mont Alto, PA Located in Mont Alto, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $65 to apply. About 84% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,850 45.0% Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $19,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
164	Vanguard University of Southern California	Basketball	1847.71	62.44	990 – 1,210	23286	43464	#164 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,847. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,848 10.7% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
165	Assumption University	Basketball	1816.8	82.98	990 – 1,180	29748	46029	#165 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Assumption University Worcester, MA Assumption University has a student-to-faculty ratio of 11 to 1 and a first year retention rate of 84%. It’s a NCAA Division II with football school and the Greyhounds compete in the Northeast 10 Conference. Wearing blue and white, they’re cheered on by Pierre the Greyhound. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,817 50.4% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $29,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,029
166	University of Charleston	Basketball	1764.13	61.52	1,000 – 1,150	20844	42698	#166 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 62%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,764 51.7% Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
167	University of Michigan-Dearborn	Basketball	1764.03	55.61	1,000 – 1,260	11521	50389	#167 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI Located in Dearborn, the University of Michigan-Dearborn accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 82% of students continued their studies at the University of......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,764 236.1% Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,389
168	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	Basketball	1760.39	96.97	--	30723	37447	#168 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Found in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,760 126.8% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
169	Northern New Mexico College	Basketball	1755.65	0	--	8837	34377	#169 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Northern New Mexico College Espanola, NM Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,756 69.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,377
170	MidAmerica Nazarene University	Basketball	1737.44	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#170 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Located in Olathe, MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $21,399 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,737 29.2% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $32,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
171	Carroll University	Basketball	1726.06	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	27031	54456	#171 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,726 99.3% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
172	Randolph-Macon College	Basketball	1723.9	86.61	990 – 1,230	28912	48067	#172 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Randolph-Macon College Ashland, VA Randolph-Macon College was founded in 1830, making it the oldest Methodist-run college in continuous operation in the United States. Although the school offers up to Master's degrees, most students are undergraduates. Many opt to major in Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,724 64.1% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $28,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,067
173	Moravian University	Basketball	1670.12	54.17	1,080 – 1,290	31743	53471	#173 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,670 1.9% Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $31,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
174	Moorpark College	Basketball	1653.83	0	--	2727	37374	#174 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Moorpark College Moorpark, CA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,654 29.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,374
175	Valparaiso University	Basketball	1650.09	89.43	1,080 – 1,300	21766	55216	#175 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Valparaiso University Valparaiso, IN Based in Valparaiso, Valparaiso University accepts 89% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Valparaiso University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Valparaiso University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and 62% of students will graduate......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,650 161.2% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $21,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,216
176	Hillsborough Community College	Basketball	1649.6	0	--	3333	59213	#176 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Hillsborough Community College Tampa, FL Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,650 2,248.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
177	Ramapo College of New Jersey	Basketball	1640	70.64	1,130 – 1,310	17566	53872	#177 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah, NJ Based in Mahwah, Ramapo College of New Jersey’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Ramapo College of New Jersey, there is a 84% first year retention rate and 58% of students......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,640 971.9% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,872
178	Black Hills State University	Basketball	1638.24	96.33	970 – 1,180	15576	38927	#178 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Black Hills State University Spearfish, SD Based in Spearfish, Black Hills State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 55% of students at Black Hills State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,638 132.7% Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,927
179	State University of New York at New Paltz	Basketball	1609.12	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	18051	45555	#179 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Located in New Paltz, State University of New York at New Paltz accepts 62% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At State University of New York at New Paltz, there is a 85% first......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,609 458.8% Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
180	Colorado Mesa University	Basketball	1600.72	82.03	940 – 1,170	15590	39223	#180 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, CO Located in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,601 2,747.7% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,223
181	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	Basketball	1577.16	65.45	880 – 1,080	10492	39997	#181 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 65% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 65% and its four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,577 67.7% Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
182	York College of Pennsylvania	Basketball	1552.06	73.74	1,030 – 1,280	20096	50940	#182 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball York College of Pennsylvania York, PA Based in York, York College of Pennsylvania accepts 74% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at York College of Pennsylvania will receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued studying at York College of Pennsylvania after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,552 7.9% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,096 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,940
183	Macalester College	Basketball	1548.12	28.52	1,360 – 1,510	40225	46244	#183 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Macalester College Saint Paul, MN Macalester College is a private liberal arts college that sits near the Mississippi River in the heart of the Twin Cities. Students can earn up to a bachelor’s degree and a commonly selected major is Research and Experimental Psychology, Other....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,548 158.9% Acceptance Rate 28.5% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $40,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,244
184	Concordia University-Nebraska	Basketball	1473.43	85.72	1,020 – 1,240	24158	44527	#184 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Concordia University-Nebraska Seward, NE Found in Seward, Concordia University-Nebraska accepts 86% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $26,584 each. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,473 7.3% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,527
185	Pitzer College	Basketball	1470.14	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34979	51784	#185 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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, 36% enrolled. 78% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 85% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,470 201.4% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,979 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
186	Pomona College	Basketball	1470.14	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	19938	60850	#186 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,470 201.4% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $19,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
187	University of West Alabama	Basketball	1459.59	42.65	890 – 1,090	13954	37106	#187 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of West Alabama Livingston, AL Found in Livingston, the University of West Alabama accepted 43% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 69% of students at the University of West Alabama currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,460 306.0% Acceptance Rate 42.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $13,954 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,106
188	University of La Verne	Basketball	1444.95	71.17	990 – 1,230	21530	53806	#188 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 71%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 64% first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,445 24.8% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
189	Sul Ross State University	Basketball	1441.75	98.71	910 – 1,130	14454	34340	#189 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Found in Alpine, Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,442 39.6% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,454 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340
190	Spring Hill College	Basketball	1438.43	76.57	930 – 1,340	22858	41358	#190 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Spring Hill College Mobile, AL Found in Mobile, Spring Hill College’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students at Spring Hill College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,438 36.5% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,858 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,358
191	Manhattanville University	Basketball	1437.11	87.34	1,060 – 1,260	21690	45056	#191 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $27,521 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,437 8.6% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $21,690 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
192	Saint Elizabeth University	Basketball	1434.29	71.03	890 – 1,090	23437	49479	#192 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Saint Elizabeth University Morristown, NJ Based in Morristown, Saint Elizabeth University accepts 71% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 89% of students at Saint Elizabeth University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Elizabeth University, there is a 65%......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,434 0.0% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $23,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,479
193	Ouachita Baptist University	Basketball	1429.9	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	24532	41697	#193 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,430 7.9% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $24,532 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,697
194	Whitman College	Basketball	1360.33	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	37633	45594	#194 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 10 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,360 22.0% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $37,633 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
195	University of California-Merced	Basketball	1354.78	90.53	980 – 1,160	13690	48475	#195 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $80 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 84% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,355 255.2% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,690 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
196	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth	Basketball	1335.04	90.64	1,070 – 1,280	21094	51475	#196 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth North Dartmouth, MA Found in North Dartmouth, the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accepts 91% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,335 18.5% Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,475
197	Maryville University of Saint Louis	Basketball	1329.55	95.08	1,010 – 1,240	22983	55047	#197 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Maryville University of Saint Louis Saint Louis, MO Maryville University of Saint Louis is made up of six colleges and schools, including the School of Adult and Online Education focused on providing online, weekend, and evening courses....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,330 26.7% Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,983 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,047
198	Southwestern University	Basketball	1321.1	43.05	1,160 – 1,320	32228	49249	#198 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Southwestern University Georgetown, TX A small liberal arts school, Southwestern University offers 98% of attending students institutional grants, $31,958 on average. With nearly 40 majors, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science are the most popular options. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,321 277.7% Acceptance Rate 43.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $32,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,249
199	Hardin-Simmons University	Basketball	1309.74	90	1,010 – 1,210	19811	44392	#199 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,310 70.8% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
200	Dallas Baptist University	Basketball	1309.5	88.84	990 – 1,230	30057	45138	#200 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 96% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They receive $19,529 on average. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,310 0.0% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $30,057 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,138
201	Waldorf University	Basketball	1276.03	76.98	930 – 1,090	19766	50515	#201 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 44% first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,276 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $19,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
202	Southern Nazarene University	Basketball	1273.6	0	--	23295	48255	#202 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,274 72.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
203	Colorado Northwestern Community College	Basketball	1268.15	0	--	12891	39760	#203 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Colorado Northwestern Community College Rangely, CO Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,268 1,209.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,891 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,760
204	The College of Wooster	Basketball	1266.62	59.53	1,250 – 1,460	28004	43895	#204 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball The College of Wooster Wooster, OH Located in Wooster, The College of Wooster accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending The College of Wooster currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,267 16.6% Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $28,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,895
205	Spring Arbor University	Basketball	1265.24	51.52	1,010 – 1,240	21067	45592	#205 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor, MI Found in Spring Arbor, Spring Arbor University’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay $30 to apply. About 98% of students attending Spring Arbor University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,265 19.6% Acceptance Rate 51.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,592
206	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania	Basketball	1236.23	92.05	1,010 – 1,180	18610	44290	#206 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania East Stroudsburg, PA East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is a part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). It opened in 1893 and would undergo several name changes before landing on its current name in 1983. Many students study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,236 4.1% Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,290
207	Salve Regina University	Basketball	1231.59	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	38307	55027	#207 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,232 4.9% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $38,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
208	Catawba College	Basketball	1227.77	75.21	960 – 1,240	18447	36912	#208 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Catawba College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Catawba College accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Catawba College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,228 143.8% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,447 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,912
209	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology	Basketball	1224.62	79.87	1,170 – 1,370	20267	62863	#209 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Rapid City, SD Located in Rapid City, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 75% of students attending South Dakota School of Mines and Technology currently receive......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,225 0.0% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,863
210	The University of Olivet	Basketball	1207.63	83.25	920 – 1,130	19362	42637	#210 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 83% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 61% and its four year graduation rate is 34%. Business......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,208 1,381.6% Acceptance Rate 83.3% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
211	California State University-San Bernardino	Basketball	1206.24	93.74	900 – 1,080	5231	43149	#211 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 65% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,206 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $5,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
212	University of Redlands	Basketball	1205.94	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28482	61686	#212 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 66% 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,206 323.5% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
213	Southwestern Adventist University	Basketball	1200.5	78.36	920 – 1,210	20466	43643	#213 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Southwestern Adventist University Keene, TX Located in Keene, Southwestern Adventist University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $9,712 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,201 315.2% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,466 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,643
214	Lackawanna College	Basketball	1199.68	0	--	19682	35500	#214 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Lackawanna College Scranton, PA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,200 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,682 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,500
215	Messiah University	Basketball	1164.7	78.97	1,130 – 1,360	29408	50192	#215 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Messiah University Mechanicsburg, PA Messiah University has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% first year retention rate. Originally known as the Messiah Bible School and Missionary Training House in 1909, the school became a college in 1951 and a university in 2020. Incoming students have to sign a Community Covenant. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,165 40.8% Acceptance Rate 79.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $29,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,192
216	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	Basketball	1111.14	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	116360	#216 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Saint Louis, MO A majority of students attending the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis are graduates, only 340 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 69% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,111 52.7% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $33,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
217	California State University Maritime Academy	Basketball	1110.12	95.01	1,010 – 1,210	19040	84676	#217 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,110 0.0% Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,040 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
218	Delta State University	Basketball	1105.68	100	930 – 1,150	14021	36265	#218 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Delta State University Cleveland, MS Based in Cleveland, Delta State University’s acceptance rate is 100%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 78% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Delta State University, there is a 67% first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,106 0.0% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,265
219	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	Basketball	1099.28	86.5	970 – 1,210	12500	50140	#219 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 86% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 29% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 69% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,099 70.3% Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
220	Phoenix College	Basketball	1084.73	0	--	12661	36674	#220 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Phoenix College Phoenix, AZ Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,085 1,360.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,661 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,674
221	Great Lakes Christian College	Basketball	1059.36	0	--	16406	28240	#221 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Great Lakes Christian College Lansing, MI Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,059 84.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,240
222	Angelo State University	Basketball	1050.1	83.01	940 – 1,170	14048	41050	#222 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 74% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,050 49.2% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,048 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,050
223	Mississippi University for Women	Basketball	1037.6	90.31	930 – 1,180	12487	47458	#223 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Mississippi University for Women Columbus, MS Based in Columbus, Mississippi University for Women’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 82% of students at Mississippi University for Women will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,038 0.0% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,487 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,458
224	South Carolina State University	Basketball	1032.57	82.62	830 – 1,030	17965	30064	#224 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball South Carolina State University Orangeburg, SC Found in Orangeburg, South Carolina State University accepts 83% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 76% of students attending South Carolina State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,033 93.3% Acceptance Rate 82.6% SAT Score 830 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $17,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,064
225	Pierce College District	Basketball	1030.88	0	--	11340	39406	#225 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Pierce College District Lakewood, WA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,031 3,976.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,406
226	Lycoming College	Basketball	1023.94	74.07	1,080 – 1,300	20492	43713	#226 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $43,470 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 76% first year retention rate, and 55% 4-year graduation rate. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,024 28.2% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
227	Missouri Western State University	Basketball	1022.5	0	--	13126	37499	#227 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph, MO Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,023 67.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,499
228	Pfeiffer University	Basketball	1014.39	96.03	800 – 1,080	19660	44621	#228 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Pfeiffer University Misenheimer, NC Located in Misenheimer, Pfeiffer University’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 72% of students continued their studies at Pfeiffer University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,014 122.9% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 800 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $19,660 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,621
229	Northwestern College	Basketball	1010.48	80.36	1,040 – 1,280	26347	46731	#229 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 39 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,010 0.0% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $26,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
230	Morningside University	Basketball	998.31	71.04	710 – 1,110	24437	47687	#230 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $998 657.3% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 710 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
231	Shawnee State University	Basketball	992.7	68.91	980 – 1,190	13996	35080	#231 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Found in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 63% of students attending Shawnee State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $993 211.0% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,080
232	Campbellsville University	Basketball	989.72	79.74	970 – 1,180	19662	34639	#232 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Campbellsville University Campbellsville, KY Based in Campbellsville, Campbellsville University’s acceptance rate is 80% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $990 52.2% Acceptance Rate 79.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,639
233	Five Towns College	Basketball	983.62	53.82	800 – 1,020	24724	25305	#233 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Five Towns College Dix Hills, NY Located in Dix Hills, Five Towns College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $984 0.0% Acceptance Rate 53.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $24,724 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,305
234	Bethany College	Basketball	954.28	58.79	930 – 1,190	19035	37124	#234 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Bethany College Bethany, WV Located in Bethany, Bethany College accepts 59% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Bethany College currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $24,990 on average. 54% of students continued studying at Bethany College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $954 416.9% Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,035 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
235	University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma	Basketball	952.03	65.82	1,080 – 1,250	8070	35520	#235 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma Chickasha, OK Based in Chickasha, the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Science and Arts of......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $952 88.6% Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,070 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,520
236	Berry College	Basketball	942.57	64	1,120 – 1,320	25363	45014	#236 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 61%......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $943 42.7% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,014
237	John Brown University	Basketball	940.93	76.14	1,080 – 1,320	21537	46114	#237 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball John Brown University Siloam Springs, AR John Brown University sits on a 200-acre campus featuring the Cathedral of the Ozarks and the Windgate Visual Art Buildings. A somewhat selective school, 31% of those accepted decided to enroll. It offers up to Master's degrees, and popular programs include andConstruction Management. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $941 37.1% Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $21,537 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,114
238	SUNY College of Technology at Canton	Basketball	934.11	92.15	1,000 – 1,160	14754	42079	#238 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, NY Based in Canton, SUNY College of Technology at Canton accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 83% of students attending SUNY College of Technology at Canton currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $934 27.4% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,754 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,079
239	The University of Texas at Dallas	Basketball	933.19	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	14916	57249	#239 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 22,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $933 51.2% Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
240	Carthage College	Basketball	928.84	87.06	1,040 – 1,210	27066	46116	#240 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is 58%. The common majors among......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $929 102.4% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
241	University of Southern Maine	Basketball	925.13	79.23	1,030 – 1,260	14028	47107	#241 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Southern Maine Portland, ME Found in Portland, the University of Southern Maine’s acceptance rate is 79%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 89% of students at the University of Southern Maine will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $925 3,055.3% Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $14,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,107
242	The University of Texas at El Paso	Basketball	923.71	99.92	870 – 1,090	9305	37978	#242 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso, TX Found in El Paso, The University of Texas at El Paso accepts 100% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 31% of students attending The University of Texas at El Paso will receive institutional grant aid. 79% of students continued their studies at The University of Texas at El Paso after......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $924 98.0% Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,305 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,978
243	DeSales University	Basketball	920.65	77.09	1,100 – 1,270	31732	52721	#243 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball DeSales University Center Valley, PA A Catholic liberal arts school, DeSales University offers 57 degree programs—Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse being the most sought after. The school has a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 83% first year retention rate, and 61% 4-year graduation rate. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $921 25.9% Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,732 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,721
244	Rochester Christian University	Basketball	917	97.65	860 – 1,080	21611	40813	#244 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Rochester Christian University Rochester Hills, MI Located in Rochester Hills, Rochester Christian University accepts 98% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Rochester Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $917 170.4% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,611 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,813
245	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Basketball	912.61	34.24	1,110 – 1,320	4101	96770	#245 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,370 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $913 48.8% Acceptance Rate 34.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $4,101 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
246	Anderson University	Basketball	912.32	54.71	1,110 – 1,310	24434	42073	#246 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Anderson University Anderson, SC A member of the South Atlantic Conference, Anderson University added a football team, starting in the 2024 season. Other popular sports include Baseball, Lacrosse, and Soccer....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $912 15.3% Acceptance Rate 54.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $24,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,073
247	University of St Francis	Basketball	903.22	65.29	1,040 – 1,250	14045	56648	#247 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 47% of......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $903 68.9% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
248	East Carolina University	Basketball	901.97	89.21	1,080 – 1,240	13755	46420	#248 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 52% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 83% first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $902 24.5% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
249	Lakeland University	Basketball	897.74	86.28	930 – 1,100	24253	49546	#249 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $35 to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 63% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $898 167.2% Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $24,253 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
250	Northwest College	Basketball	891.83	0	--	10044	58542	#250 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Northwest College Powell, WY Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $892 26.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
251	Franklin College	Basketball	875.41	69.8	1,060 – 1,240	24189	45635	#251 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 70%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $875 80.8% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,189 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
252	Saint Ambrose University	Basketball	871.55	77.33	980 – 1,190	25345	51616	#252 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Social Work. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $872 106.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $25,345 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
253	St. Thomas University	Basketball	863.65	97.91	870 – 1,070	27844	44435	#253 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, St- Thomas University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At St- Thomas University, there is a 57%......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $864 126.4% Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $27,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,435
254	Highline College	Basketball	855.86	0	--	11783	42323	#254 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Highline College Des Moines, WA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $856 54.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,783 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
255	Molloy University	Basketball	850.68	81.74	1,100 – 1,300	24405	78372	#255 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $851 4.3% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $24,405 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,372
256	Mid-Atlantic Christian University	Basketball	839.92	62.16	830 – 1,210	20581	29887	#256 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Mid-Atlantic Christian University Elizabeth City, NC Found in Elizabeth City, Mid-Atlantic Christian University accepts 62% of applicants. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Mid-Atlantic Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $840 16.2% Acceptance Rate 62.2% SAT Score 830 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,887
257	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Basketball	817.31	76.86	1,330 – 1,500	45406	85935	#257 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $817 23.2% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $45,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
258	Fort Lewis College	Basketball	809.67	77.3	990 – 1,230	17114	36352	#258 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Fort Lewis College Durango, CO Found in Durango, Fort Lewis College accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 61% of students attending Fort Lewis College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $810 31.4% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,114 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,352
259	Thomas Jefferson University	Basketball	800.54	80.97	1,170 – 1,340	29325	64335	#259 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, PA In 2017, Thomas Jefferson University merged with nearby Philadelphia University. Today, the school has more than 160 undergraduate and graduate programs available to its students, who are known as the Rams....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $801 77.8% Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $29,325 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,335
260	Rochester Institute of Technology	Basketball	781.7	66.93	1,310 – 1,460	39534	65457	#260 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $782 21.8% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,534 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
261	Wisconsin Lutheran College	Basketball	771.49	78.16	1,130 – 1,340	24095	49095	#261 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Wisconsin Lutheran College Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Lutheran College’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Wisconsin Lutheran College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $771 38.0% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,095 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,095
262	Salisbury University	Basketball	769.23	87.47	1,170 – 1,330	18760	51926	#262 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Salisbury University Salisbury, MD Found in Salisbury, Salisbury University accepts 87% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Salisbury University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $769 480,668.8% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,926
263	Michigan Technological University	Basketball	768.5	92.43	1,150 – 1,370	16879	69672	#263 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $769 205.7% Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $16,879 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,672
264	University of Alaska Fairbanks	Basketball	762.64	64.69	1,010 – 1,320	11278	40746	#264 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, AK UAF, otherwise known as “Alaska,” is a flagship, land grant, space grant, and sea grant school. 76% of attending students receive institutional grant aid, $6,369 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $763 21.3% Acceptance Rate 64.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $11,278 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,746
265	Warren Wilson College	Basketball	759.48	71.34	1,210 – 1,340	26084	27723	#265 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Warren Wilson College Swannanoa, NC Located in Swannanoa, Warren Wilson College’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Warren Wilson College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $759 0.0% Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,084 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,723
266	Central Washington University	Basketball	758	90.62	930 – 1,160	19898	49398	#266 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Central Washington University Ellensburg, WA Located in Ellensburg, Central Washington University’s acceptance rate is 91% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending Central Washington University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $758 209.8% Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $19,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,398
267	State University of New York at Oswego	Basketball	757.24	80.55	1,080 – 1,280	15853	46358	#267 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 85% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 70% and......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $757 7,146.3% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,853 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
268	Texas Wesleyan University	Basketball	754.97	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#268 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 61% and around 22%......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $755 34.5% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $26,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
269	University of Dubuque	Basketball	730.38	88.63	980 – 1,200	26067	44960	#269 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $730 61.1% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $26,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
270	Webster University	Basketball	725.25	86.23	990 – 1,230	29503	39656	#270 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Webster University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Webster University accepts 86% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Webster University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $725 23.5% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,656
271	Northwest Florida State College	Basketball	717.38	0	--	6250	33606	#271 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Northwest Florida State College Niceville, FL Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $717 13.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,606
272	Benedictine University	Basketball	712.79	95.23	1,030 – 1,300	23139	50222	#272 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 99% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $713 44.7% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $23,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
273	Xavier University of Louisiana	Basketball	703.16	69.04	990 – 1,160	17162	40643	#273 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Xavier University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA Xavier University of Louisiana is the only Catholic HBCU. It opened first as a high school in 1915, becoming a university in 1925. XULA has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students major in Biology/Biological Sciences, General. 307 athletes are known as the Golf Rush and Gold Nuggets....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $703 22.7% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,643
274	Converse University	Basketball	695.66	67.74	1,010 – 1,250	19061	33110	#274 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Converse University Spartanburg, SC Located in Spartanburg, Converse University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 96% of students at Converse University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $696 503.6% Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,110
275	Brescia University	Basketball	694.62	35.24	970 – 1,210	15634	39897	#275 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Brescia University Owensboro, KY Brescia University opened in 1925 as the Mount Saint Joseph Junior College for Women. It got its current moniker in 1998 when they added master’s degree programs on Management and Curriculum and Instruction....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $695 4.1% Acceptance Rate 35.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,897
276	Otterbein University	Basketball	688.42	84.53	1,110 – 1,310	20457	44539	#276 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Otterbein University Westerville, OH Otterbein University is a private institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. It was founded by the Church of United Brethren in Christ in 1947, but today it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $688 394.2% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,539
277	Wilmington University	Basketball	675.42	0	--	14385	49635	#277 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Wilmington University New Castle, DE Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $675 147.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,385 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,635
278	Eastern University	Basketball	673.69	90.77	1,020 – 1,190	27422	41580	#278 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Eastern University Saint Davids, PA Found in Saint Davids, Eastern University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $674 21.5% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
279	Tacoma Community College	Basketball	667.82	0	--	9803	38790	#279 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Tacoma Community College Tacoma, WA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $668 12.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,803 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,790
280	The Catholic University of America	Basketball	666	82.78	1,040 – 1,240	32705	63217	#280 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball The Catholic University of America Washington, DC Located in Washington, The Catholic University of America’s acceptance rate is 83%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of students attending The Catholic University of America currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $666 27.0% Acceptance Rate 82.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $32,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,217
281	Webber International University	Basketball	664.92	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#281 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $665 10.2% Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $30,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
282	Barton College	Basketball	663.91	94.2	950 – 1,150	23962	40785	#282 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 38% of students will graduate in four years or less. Three popular areas of study among......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $664 0.0% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $23,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,785
283	St. John Fisher University	Basketball	659.94	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	30540	61198	#283 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $660 48.6% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $30,540 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
284	Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School	Basketball	658.65	55.89	1,070 – 1,280	25940	36747	#284 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School accepted 56% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $659 0.0% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,747
285	Trinity College	Basketball	656.19	29.25	1,320 – 1,480	36071	67628	#285 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Trinity College Hartford, CT Trinity College, originally known as Washington College, was founded in 1823, making it the second oldest college in the state. 73% receive institutional grant aid to attend, $50,834 on average. Students are known as Bantams and wear blue and gold. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $656 176.4% Acceptance Rate 29.3% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $36,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,628
286	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott	Basketball	630.96	76.58	1,160 – 1,360	41864	65391	#286 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott, AZ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott campus is located just north of a wildlife sanctuary and the Willow Creek Reservoir. Alumni of the school have gone on to have impressive careers as astronauts, scientists, military members, authors, athletes, and politicians....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $631 208.0% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $41,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
287	Franciscan University of Steubenville	Basketball	610.83	58.36	1,110 – 1,350	23086	42037	#287 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Franciscan University of Steubenville Steubenville, OH “Fortitude and Prudence” is the motto of the Franciscan University of Steubenville. Located along the Ohio River, the school has a first year retention rate of 87% and a student-to-faculty ratio of 17 to 1. The Barons participate in the NCAA Division III without football Presidents' Athletic Conference. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $611 30.2% Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $23,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,037
288	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	Basketball	610.37	89.38	1,080 – 1,310	16266	54825	#288 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Located in Platteville, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 72% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $610 87.4% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $16,266 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
289	Juniata College	Basketball	608.53	78.91	1,130 – 1,330	24580	48571	#289 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Juniata College Huntingdon, PA Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular major at Juniata College, but many students design their own programs. The school sits on 800 acres and boasts an 11 to 1 student to faculty ratio. Juniata also has an extensive study abroad program and it’s motto is “Veritas Liberat,” or “Truth Sets Free.” Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $609 177.8% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,571
290	Reinhardt University	Basketball	606.78	61.54	970 – 1,170	24550	40411	#290 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Reinhardt University Waleska, GA Based in Waleska, Reinhardt University accepts 62% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Reinhardt University will receive institutional grant aid. At Reinhardt University, there is a 62% first year retention rate and around 31% of students will earn a degree......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $607 153.0% Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,411
291	North Central College	Basketball	605.19	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#291 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $605 223.2% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
292	University of Nebraska at Kearney	Basketball	604.97	89.49	1,010 – 1,240	16287	43241	#292 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Nebraska at Kearney Kearney, NE University of Nebraska at Kearney is a non selective school, and many who enroll pursue Bachelor’s degrees in Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, and General. UNK also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 14 to 1 and first year retention rate of 80%. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $605 0.0% Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,241
293	Mount Saint Mary College	Basketball	603.41	88.88	1,010 – 1,310	26896	59588	#293 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Located in Newburgh, Mount Saint Mary College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $603 494.4% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $26,896 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,588
294	University of North Georgia	Basketball	601.03	67.94	990 – 1,210	11157	43085	#294 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of North Georgia Dahlonega, GA Based in Dahlonega, the University of North Georgia’s acceptance rate is 68% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 19% of students attending the University of North Georgia currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $601 84.8% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
295	William Woods University	Basketball	589.62	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#295 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $590 20.7% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
296	Caldwell University	Basketball	587.23	71.34	1,130 – 1,370	21875	47439	#296 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Caldwell University Caldwell, NJ Based in Caldwell, Caldwell University accepts 71% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $587 20.9% Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,875 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,439
297	Bethany College	Basketball	580.11	56	860 – 1,090	28192	40805	#297 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Bethany College Lindsborg, KS One of the oldest colleges in the state, Bethany College opened in 1881. 100% of students receive institutional grant aid and, as a NAIA Division II school, there are athletic scholarships available. Many choose to pursue degrees in Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $580 171.3% Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $28,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,805
298	Maryville College	Basketball	578.39	60.92	1,040 – 1,300	21469	39305	#298 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Maryville College Maryville, TN Located in Maryville, Maryville College accepts 61% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Maryville College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $578 0.0% Acceptance Rate 60.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $21,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,305
299	Vassar College	Basketball	575	18.57	1,460 – 1,550	29981	49177	#299 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Vassar College Poughkeepsie, NY Vassar College offers 50 majors and programs, with the most popular being Economics, General. A few former students of Vassar include Anne Hathaway, Jane Fonda, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Anthony Bourdain. Opened in 1861, it was the second institution in the United States that granted degrees to women. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $575 71.8% Acceptance Rate 18.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,981 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,177
300	Central Penn College	Basketball	571.61	18.46	660 – 910	17263	40798	#300 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Central Penn College Summerdale, PA Found in Summerdale, Central Penn College accepts 18% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of students at Central Penn College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $572 0.0% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 660 – 910 Avg. Net Price $17,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,798
301	Anderson University	Basketball	570.32	79.34	910 – 1,160	25332	44396	#301 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 79%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 60% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $570 55.8% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $25,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
302	King University	Basketball	556.54	99.72	980 – 1,180	22748	52248	#302 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball King University Bristol, TN Based in Bristol, King University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students at King University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $557 70.2% Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,248
303	Guilford College	Basketball	554.18	80	1,000 – 1,200	22270	40401	#303 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Guilford College Greensboro, NC Located in Greensboro, Guilford College accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Guilford College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $554 334.5% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,401
304	McNeese State University	Basketball	547	78.27	970 – 1,150	12430	38713	#304 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball McNeese State University Lake Charles, LA Based in Lake Charles, McNeese State University’s acceptance rate is 78%. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 44% of students attending McNeese State University will receive institutional grant aid. At McNeese State University, there is a 68% first year retention rate and around 28% of students will earn a......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $547 2,093.4% Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $12,430 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,713
305	Christian Brothers University	Basketball	544.39	86.7	1,020 – 1,200	16754	48592	#305 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Christian Brothers University Memphis, TN Located in Memphis, Christian Brothers University accepts 87% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $544 68.9% Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,754 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,592
306	Edmonds College	Basketball	543.79	0	--	13804	41063	#306 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Edmonds College Lynnwood, WA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $544 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,804 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,063
307	University of Sioux Falls	Basketball	524.33	82.89	1,050 – 1,220	21385	46712	#307 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Sioux Falls Sioux Falls, SD Based in Sioux Falls, the University of Sioux Falls accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at the University of Sioux Falls currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $524 8.7% Acceptance Rate 82.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,385 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,712
308	University of Mount Olive	Basketball	523.71	75.75	970 – 1,180	18853	43026	#308 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Mount Olive Mount Olive, NC Found in Mount Olive, the University of Mount Olive accepts 76% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $524 321.2% Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,853 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,026
309	La Roche University	Basketball	522.22	75.76	930 – 1,190	24108	45308	#309 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball La Roche University Pittsburgh, PA Found in Pittsburgh, La Roche University accepts 76% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 79% of students at La Roche University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $522 30.1% Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,108 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,308
310	George Fox University	Basketball	517.12	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	32171	53568	#310 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $517 26.6% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $32,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
311	University of Valley Forge	Basketball	513.16	61.2	840 – 1,100	27083	35671	#311 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Valley Forge Phoenixville, PA Based in Phoenixville, the University of Valley Forge’s acceptance rate is 61% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of students attending the University of Valley Forge currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $513 22.1% Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 840 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $27,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,671
312	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College	Basketball	507.44	72.39	880 – 1,070	20451	41863	#312 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Saint Mary of the Woods, IN Found in Saint Mary of the Woods, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $507 371.8% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $20,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,863
313	CUNY Queens College	Basketball	497.7	64.35	1,010 – 1,290	5728	48548	#313 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Found in Queens, CUNY Queens College accepts 64% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $498 126.0% Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
314	University of Bridgeport	Basketball	497.15	83.02	880 – 1,120	28498	38575	#314 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Bridgeport Bridgeport, CT Based in Bridgeport, the University of Bridgeport’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 81% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of Bridgeport, there is a 61% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $497 78.0% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $28,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,575
315	Notre Dame of Maryland University	Basketball	490.12	82.16	920 – 1,140	21191	63918	#315 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Notre Dame of Maryland University Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, Notre Dame of Maryland University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending Notre Dame of Maryland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $490 27.5% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,191 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,918
316	Glenville State University	Basketball	488.17	69.45	870 – 1,090	13798	34917	#316 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 83% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 55%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $488 147.4% Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $13,798 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
317	Palm Beach Atlantic University	Basketball	480.53	81.99	960 – 1,230	31231	42366	#317 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Palm Beach Atlantic University West Palm Beach, FL Based in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Atlantic University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $481 266.1% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $31,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,366
318	Albion College	Basketball	472.02	80.7	950 – 1,180	16719	48203	#318 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Albion College Albion, MI Albion College’s motto is “Lux Fiat,” or “Let there be Light.” The campus is home to the Whitehouse Nature Center that has six miles of trails, over 160 bird species, 400 plant species, and more. Many undergraduates major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Research and Experimental Psychology, and Other. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $472 543.6% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,203
319	MiraCosta College	Basketball	450.62	0	--	9044	59423	#319 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $451 4.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
320	Dallas Christian College	Basketball	447.31	21.8	810 – 1,070	24001	39868	#320 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Dallas Christian College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Dallas Christian College accepts 22% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Dallas Christian College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $447 0.0% Acceptance Rate 21.8% SAT Score 810 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $24,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,868
321	Bates College	Basketball	445.16	13.32	1,420 – 1,530	24723	59202	#321 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 91% first year retention rate, 88% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $445 60.9% Acceptance Rate 13.3% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
322	University of Mobile	Basketball	444.78	77.89	1,110 – 1,310	22382	37411	#322 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Mobile Mobile, AL Based in Mobile, the University of Mobile accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 65% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $445 14.2% Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,382 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,411
323	Franklin and Marshall College	Basketball	422.38	28.19	1,330 – 1,470	43987	62544	#323 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Franklin and Marshall College accepts 28% of applicants. They request $62 for undergraduate applications and . About 80% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $422 230.9% Acceptance Rate 28.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $43,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,544
324	Trinity College of Florida	Basketball	420.45	91.89	830 – 1,030	15529	29914	#324 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Trinity College of Florida Trinity, FL Found in Trinity, Trinity College of Florida accepts 92% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of students attending Trinity College of Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $420 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 830 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $15,529 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,914
325	Huntingdon College	Basketball	404.95	69.49	1,040 – 1,220	23055	42147	#325 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Huntingdon College Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Huntingdon College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students attending Huntingdon College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $405 24.3% Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,147
326	Hope College	Basketball	401.67	79.24	1,130 – 1,360	30700	49727	#326 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Hope College Holland, MI Student athletes at Hope College are known as the Flying Dutchmen and wear orange and blue. Some popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Hope has a cozy 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 80% six year graduation rate. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $402 254.5% Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $30,700 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,727
327	Rio Hondo College	Basketball	398.9	0	--	16449	54803	#327 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $399 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,449 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,803
328	Benedict College	Basketball	398.44	95.7	820 – 1,010	18665	24908	#328 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Benedict College Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, Benedict College’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 57% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $398 41.9% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 820 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $18,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,908
329	Haskell Indian Nations University	Basketball	397.59	90.36	850 – 1,020	3948	28425	#329 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Haskell Indian Nations University Lawrence, KS Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $398 196.7% Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $3,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,425
330	Lane Community College	Basketball	395.28	0	--	10989	33726	#330 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Lane Community College Eugene, OR Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $395 61.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,726
331	Bethel College-North Newton	Basketball	388.88	93.5	980 – 1,160	30406	40808	#331 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Bethel College-North Newton North Newton, KS Found in North Newton, Bethel College-North Newton accepts 94% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $389 257.9% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $30,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,808
332	New York University	Basketball	386.36	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30325	64543	#332 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $386 109.6% Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,325 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
333	Kent State University at Tuscarawas	Basketball	384.67	0	--	12576	40179	#333 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Kent State University at Tuscarawas New Philadelphia, OH Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $385 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
334	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	Basketball	383.71	68.3	890 – 1,080	7326	39089	#334 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 68% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $384 11.6% Acceptance Rate 68.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $7,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
335	Olympic College	Basketball	380.88	0	--	8157	34510	#335 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Olympic College Bremerton, WA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $381 24.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,510
336	Lourdes University	Basketball	380.2	74.13	930 – 1,140	21473	40158	#336 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Lourdes University Sylvania, OH Found in Sylvania, Lourdes University accepts 74% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $380 20.0% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,158
337	Le Moyne-Owen College	Basketball	376.47	99.23	780 – 950	6542	25992	#337 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Le Moyne-Owen College Memphis, TN Based in Memphis, Le Moyne-Owen College’s acceptance rate is 99% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 28% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 47% of students continued studying at Le Moyne-Owen College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $376 Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 780 – 950 Avg. Net Price $6,542 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,992
338	Washington and Lee University	Basketball	376.19	13.97	1,450 – 1,530	23055	76516	#338 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA Originally known as the Augusta Academy and established in 1749, it would later be named after George Washington and Robert E. Lee, the latter of which was the president of the school for five years....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $376 30.1% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,516
339	Tougaloo College	Basketball	375	59.85	880 – 1,090	14328	25777	#339 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Tougaloo College Tougaloo, MS Based in Tougaloo, Tougaloo College accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 48% of students at Tougaloo College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $375 0.0% Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $14,328 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,777
340	Alice Lloyd College	Basketball	373.47	75.23	890 – 1,110	18600	35174	#340 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Alice Lloyd College Pippa Passes, KY Based in Pippa Passes, Alice Lloyd College’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $373 24.8% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $18,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,174
341	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Basketball	366.93	69.25	1,010 – 1,340	31080	49761	#341 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 69% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $367 57.4% Acceptance Rate 69.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
342	SUNY Polytechnic Institute	Basketball	353.33	81.35	1,040 – 1,370	14782	58662	#342 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball SUNY Polytechnic Institute Utica, NY Found in Utica, SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending SUNY Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $353 15.1% Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $14,782 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,662
343	Gallaudet University	Basketball	352.5	58.06	790 – 1,000	15944	36578	#343 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Gallaudet University Washington, DC Gallaudet University is dedicated to the deaf and hard of hearing, with two official languages: English and American Sign Language. Many students major in American Sign Language (Asl). It’s the only higher education school in the world that has designed all of its programs and services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $353 0.0% Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 790 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $15,944 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,578
344	Bakersfield College	Basketball	348.75	0	--	16637	59423	#344 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $349 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
345	Schreiner University	Basketball	345.23	88.2	970 – 1,170	22884	45527	#345 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Schreiner University Kerrville, TX Found in Kerrville, Schreiner University accepts 88% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Schreiner University will receive institutional grant aid. At Schreiner University, there is a 67% first year retention rate and a 42% four......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $345 201.1% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,527
346	Auburn University at Montgomery	Basketball	343.84	91.57	980 – 1,190	13945	38216	#346 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Auburn University at Montgomery accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Auburn University at Montgomery currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $344 15.8% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,945 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,216
347	Calvary University	Basketball	338.52	71.74	950 – 1,180	17066	33144	#347 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Calvary University Kansas City, MO Based in Kansas City, Calvary University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 79% of students at Calvary University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $339 13.3% Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,144
348	Belhaven University	Basketball	338.46	49.75	1,010 – 1,200	16299	38987	#348 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Belhaven University Jackson, MS Located in Jackson, Belhaven University accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 75% of students at Belhaven University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $338 69.2% Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,987
349	Rowan University	Basketball	338.19	77.66	1,120 – 1,320	23761	50705	#349 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 78% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 37% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $338 77.0% Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
350	University of Mount Saint Vincent	Basketball	329.62	85.11	1,020 – 1,180	22808	53755	#350 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Mount Saint Vincent Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, the University of Mount Saint Vincent accepts 85% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 79% of students attending the University of Mount Saint Vincent will receive grant aid from the school. 73% of students continued their studies at the University of Mount Saint......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $330 29.0% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,755
351	The University of Texas at Tyler	Basketball	329.33	94.02	1,020 – 1,220	14476	49355	#351 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX Based in Tyler, The University of Texas at Tyler accepts 94% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 66% of students attending The University of Texas at Tyler will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $329 0.0% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,355
352	Wilmington College	Basketball	322.26	92.4	890 – 1,150	26548	41889	#352 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Wilmington College Wilmington, OH Located in Wilmington, Wilmington College accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Wilmington College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $322 99.0% Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $26,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,889
353	Centralia College	Basketball	320.44	0	--	14216	35989	#353 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Centralia College Centralia, WA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $320 92.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,989
354	Our Lady of the Lake University	Basketball	313.36	65.78	880 – 1,100	16999	41195	#354 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake University accepts 66% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 99% of students at Our Lady of the Lake University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $313 48.8% Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $16,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,195
355	Cumberland University	Basketball	312.26	67.33	970 – 1,140	18499	52246	#355 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Cumberland University Lebanon, TN Found in Lebanon, Cumberland University accepts 67% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Cumberland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 59% and around 30% of students......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $312 58.9% Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,246
356	Post University	Basketball	311.91	96.54	800 – 1,030	21229	31401	#356 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Post University Waterbury, CT Found in Waterbury, Post University’s acceptance rate is 97%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 10% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. They are given $15,719 on average. 33% of students decide to stay at Post University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $312 0.0% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 800 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $21,229 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,401
357	Roberts Wesleyan University	Basketball	306.71	70.63	990 – 1,310	23275	56275	#357 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Roberts Wesleyan University’s acceptance rate is 71% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 92% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 84% of students continued their studies at Roberts Wesleyan University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $307 37.5% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,275
358	Nelson University	Basketball	305.16	89.02	890 – 1,090	22359	37425	#358 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Nelson University Waxahachie, TX Found in Waxahachie, Nelson University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 87% of students at Nelson University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Nelson University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 19% of......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $305 19.6% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $22,359 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,425
359	Emporia State University	Basketball	300.66	97.71	970 – 1,180	16094	41389	#359 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Emporia State University Emporia, KS Based in Emporia, Emporia State University accepts 98% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 84% of students attending Emporia State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Emporia State University, there is a 77% first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $301 95.5% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,389
360	Concordia University-Wisconsin	Basketball	299.58	78.2	1,110 – 1,310	31916	49761	#360 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Concordia University-Wisconsin Mequon, WI Based in Mequon, Concordia University-Wisconsin accepts 78% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at Concordia University-Wisconsin currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students decide to stay at Concordia......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $300 10.6% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $31,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
361	Piedmont University	Basketball	294.43	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	22252	43761	#361 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball 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 99% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $294 47.8% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
362	Milligan University	Basketball	290.36	72.29	1,120 – 1,280	21165	43168	#362 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Milligan University Milligan, TN Milligan University is a Christ-centered liberal arts school with a 355-acre campus. 100% of students receive grant aid, about $31,220 each. A NAIA Division II university, students can also receive athletic scholarships. Many opt to study Business Administration and Management, General. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $290 5.1% Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,168
363	Western New Mexico University	Basketball	288.77	0	--	9477	31166	#363 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Western New Mexico University Silver City, NM Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $289 63.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,166
364	Potomac State College of West Virginia University	Basketball	288.43	0	--	9541	45181	#364 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Potomac State College of West Virginia University Keyser, WV Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $288 961,333.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,541 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
365	Missouri University of Science and Technology	Basketball	287.27	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	17366	69295	#365 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Missouri University of Science and Technology Rolla, MO Located in Rolla, Missouri University of Science and Technology accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 98% of students at Missouri University of Science and Technology currently receive grant aid from the school. 87% of students......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $287 596.1% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $17,366 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,295
366	Trine University	Basketball	282.37	85.48	1,050 – 1,270	25355	53010	#366 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Trine University Angola, IN Found in Angola, Trine University’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Trine University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and around 54% of students will earn......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $282 42.1% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $25,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,010
367	Worcester State University	Basketball	282.15	87.99	1,030 – 1,290	12778	50233	#367 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Worcester State University Worcester, MA Based in Worcester, Worcester State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 78% of students continued studying at Worcester State University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $282 79.6% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $12,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,233
368	SUNY Morrisville	Basketball	278	91.54	990 – 1,230	15960	39759	#368 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball SUNY Morrisville Morrisville, NY Based in Morrisville, SUNY Morrisville’s acceptance rate is 92%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $3,298 on average. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $278 26.6% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,960 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,759
369	Mt Hood Community College	Basketball	272.94	0	--	8900	36246	#369 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Mt Hood Community College Gresham, OR Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $273 54.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,246
370	Lorain County Community College	Basketball	270.85	0	--	4126	59423	#370 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Lorain County Community College Elyria, OH Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $271 26.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
371	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	Basketball	269.25	56.87	940 – 1,140	22929	43860	#371 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette, MO Located in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $269 527.6% Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
372	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly	Basketball	267.48	95.47	1,120 – 1,250	15112	55620	#372 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly Lemont Furnace, PA Located in Lemont Furnace, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Pennsylvania State......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $267 0.0% Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $15,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
373	Cameron University	Basketball	267.39	0	--	11320	33447	#373 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Cameron University Lawton, OK Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $267 31.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,447
374	Nichols College	Basketball	259.71	80.84	1,030 – 1,240	32337	47830	#374 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Nichols College Dudley, MA Most programs at Nichols College focus on business – in fact, Business/Commerce, General is the most commonly chosen out of 1 available programs and majors. Although the school has Universalist roots, it’s nonsectarian today. The Bisons participate in the Conference of New England....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $260 109.9% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $32,337 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,830
375	University of Minnesota-Morris	Basketball	256.5	74.93	1,040 – 1,240	9677	43163	#375 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Minnesota-Morris Morris, MN Based in Morris, the University of Minnesota-Morris’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $257 55.3% Acceptance Rate 74.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,677 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
376	Murray State College	Basketball	255.69	0	--	12844	33903	#376 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Murray State College Tishomingo, OK Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $256 151.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,903
377	Oregon Institute of Technology	Basketball	251.73	95.02	990 – 1,280	16831	68301	#377 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Oregon Institute of Technology Klamath Falls, OR Based in Klamath Falls, Oregon Institute of Technology accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 91% of students at Oregon Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $252 0.0% Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,301
378	Bryan College-Dayton	Basketball	248.45	51.01	1,070 – 1,250	18159	45559	#378 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Bryan College-Dayton Dayton, TN Found in Dayton, Bryan College-Dayton accepts 51% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $248 149.1% Acceptance Rate 51.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,559
379	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	Basketball	244.69	75.5	1,110 – 1,280	14712	49626	#379 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 37% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $245 93.3% Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
380	Viterbo University	Basketball	244.13	72.43	1,110 – 1,240	21933	56804	#380 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Viterbo University La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, Viterbo University accepted 72% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Viterbo University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $244 72.7% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,933 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,804
381	Bluefield State University	Basketball	244.06	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#381 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $244 25.0% Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
382	Utica University	Basketball	243.9	91.95	990 – 1,250	20295	57422	#382 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $244 0.0% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
383	Rhode Island College	Basketball	243	91.82	870 – 1,120	10346	46882	#383 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $243 14.5% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
384	Texas Southern University	Basketball	241.3	96.91	820 – 1,010	13584	32986	#384 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Texas Southern University Houston, TX Located in Houston, Texas Southern University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires $42 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 66% and its four......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $241 16.0% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 820 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $13,584 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,986
385	University of Missouri-St Louis	Basketball	241	62.67	1,020 – 1,290	14008	47564	#385 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, the University of Missouri-St Louis’s acceptance rate is 63%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending the University of Missouri-St Louis will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $241 64.2% Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,564
386	Luther College	Basketball	240.98	71.54	1,100 – 1,370	24511	49541	#386 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $241 818.7% Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
387	Lindsey Wilson College	Basketball	239.68	0	--	16374	34861	#387 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Lindsey Wilson College Columbia, KY Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $240 3,169.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,374 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,861
388	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	Basketball	238.11	82.34	1,110 – 1,280	15151	50011	#388 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Based in Eau Claire, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire’s acceptance rate is 82%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $2,149 on average. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $238 88.6% Acceptance Rate 82.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
389	Dean College	Basketball	230.16	73.71	920 – 1,110	32085	30046	#389 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Dean College Franklin, MA Based in Franklin, Dean College’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Dean College currently receive institutional grant aid. At Dean College, there is a 68% first year retention rate and around 34% of students will earn their degree within four years....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $230 114.7% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $32,085 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,046
390	Briar Cliff University	Basketball	228.59	58.34	970 – 1,130	23263	48338	#390 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 64% first year retention rate. 100% of students typically receive around $28,425 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $229 144.6% Acceptance Rate 58.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $23,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
391	Montclair State University	Basketball	225.36	87.89	910 – 1,210	17669	47944	#391 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Montclair State University Montclair, NJ Found in Montclair, Montclair State University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 59% of students attending Montclair State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $225 9.6% Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
392	Salem University	Basketball	223.88	47.33	900 – 1,130	10231	31612	#392 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Salem University Salem, WV Found in Salem, Salem University’s acceptance rate is 47%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 47% of students at Salem University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 55%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $224 66.7% Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,612
393	Clark College	Basketball	219.96	0	--	13528	37411	#393 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Clark College Vancouver, WA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $220 3.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,411
394	Florida SouthWestern State College	Basketball	216.96	0	--	8356	37028	#394 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Florida SouthWestern State College Fort Myers, FL Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $217 53.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,356 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,028
395	Taft College	Basketball	209.86	0	--	5025	33687	#395 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Taft College Taft, CA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $210 39.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,687
396	William Jessup University	Basketball	205.46	93.33	1,050 – 1,230	29679	43163	#396 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $205 65.2% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
397	Wentworth Institute of Technology	Basketball	191.29	91.21	1,130 – 1,330	35604	71868	#397 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Wentworth Institute of Technology Boston, MA Based in Boston, Wentworth Institute of Technology accepts 91% of applicants. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 84% of students decide to stay at Wentworth Institute of Technology after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $191 75.1% Acceptance Rate 91.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $35,604 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,868
398	Widener University	Basketball	187.91	70.93	1,080 – 1,290	26778	63375	#398 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Widener University Chester, PA Based in Chester, Widener University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Widener University will receive institutional grant aid. At Widener University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $188 87.1% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $26,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,375
399	Davis & Elkins College	Basketball	186.72	94.33	760 – 1,040	19784	38495	#399 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 94% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $187 81.9% Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 760 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,784 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
400	Maranatha Baptist University	Basketball	185.12	71.9	1,020 – 1,300	28415	40403	#400 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Maranatha Baptist University Watertown, WI Found in Watertown, Maranatha Baptist University accepts 72% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 90% of students at Maranatha Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $185 1.7% Acceptance Rate 71.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,415 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,403
401	College of Southern Nevada	Basketball	185	0	--	7205	31822	#401 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball College of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, NV Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $185 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,822
402	Manhattan Christian College	Basketball	183.59	100	970 – 1,180	24213	40023	#402 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Manhattan Christian College Manhattan, KS Based in Manhattan, Manhattan Christian College accepts 100% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students attending Manhattan Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $184 1,347.9% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,213 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,023
403	Hope International University	Basketball	182.39	32.98	840 – 1,220	29896	36030	#403 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $182 0.0% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 840 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,896 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
404	Rutgers University-Newark	Basketball	182.23	71.36	1,040 – 1,280	18276	61263	#404 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Rutgers University-Newark Newark, NJ Located in Newark, Rutgers University-Newark accepts 71% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 47% of students attending Rutgers University-Newark will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $182 20.5% Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
405	Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus	Basketball	179.23	90.77	980 – 1,190	17626	42278	#405 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Indiana, PA Based in Indiana, Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 96% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $179 93.6% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,278
406	SUNY Old Westbury	Basketball	176.19	83.63	1,010 – 1,210	10944	43671	#406 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball SUNY Old Westbury Old Westbury, NY Based in Old Westbury, SUNY Old Westbury’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $176 0.0% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,944 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,671
407	Saint Louis Community College	Basketball	174.45	0	--	9181	30242	#407 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Saint Louis Community College Bridgeton, MO Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $174 81.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,181 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,242
408	University of Northwestern-St Paul	Basketball	172.58	93.47	1,030 – 1,310	29117	47544	#408 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Northwestern-St Paul Saint Paul, MN Out of 4 available programs and majors, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, and Radio and Television are the most popular at University of Northwestern, St. Paul. The school got its start as the Northwestern Bible and Missionary Training School in 1902, becoming a university in 2013....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $173 10.8% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $29,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,544
409	University of Maryland Eastern Shore	Basketball	170.57	96.41	850 – 1,010	13311	34624	#409 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of Maryland Eastern Shore Princess Anne, MD The University of Maryland Eastern Shore has a 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 62% first year retention rate. Physical Therapy/Therapist is a commonly chosen major, though there are nearly 40 available areas of study. A NCAA Division I without football school, 190 athletes are known as Hawks. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $171 96.3% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $13,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,624
410	Howard Payne University	Basketball	166.36	67.37	890 – 1,200	25750	38212	#410 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 67%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $166 81.3% Acceptance Rate 67.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,750 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
411	Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences	Basketball	162.09	52.69	1,120 – 1,390	30232	112685	#411 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Albany, NY Found in Albany, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $162 0.0% Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $30,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $112,685
412	Southwestern College	Basketball	161.14	75.55	930 – 1,120	29488	48034	#412 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Southwestern College Winfield, KS Based in Winfield, Southwestern College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $161 222.6% Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $29,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,034
413	Doane University	Basketball	160.72	98.01	1,040 – 1,210	26364	46009	#413 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Doane University Crete, NE Located in Crete, Doane University accepts 98% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $161 18.3% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,009
414	Fitchburg State University	Basketball	157.58	86.93	1,060 – 1,230	15340	41999	#414 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Fitchburg State University Fitchburg, MA Located in Fitchburg, Fitchburg State University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 89% of students attending Fitchburg State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $158 34.8% Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,999
415	University of New Haven	Basketball	156.09	60.38	1,060 – 1,270	34557	49829	#415 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball University of New Haven West Haven, CT Located in West Haven, the University of New Haven accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending the University of New Haven will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $156 38.5% Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $34,557 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,829
416	Greenville University	Basketball	155.36	97.5	820 – 1,260	20799	40307	#416 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Greenville University Greenville, IL Based in Greenville, Greenville University’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $155 302.0% Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 820 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $20,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,307
417	William Paterson University of New Jersey	Basketball	154.57	90.08	990 – 1,350	13509	44928	#417 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne, NJ Located in Wayne, William Paterson University of New Jersey accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students at William Paterson University of New Jersey currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $155 58.3% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,509 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,928
418	Lebanon Valley College	Basketball	151.94	83.77	1,140 – 1,310	27995	54021	#418 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Lebanon Valley College Annville, PA 100% of students attending Lebanon Valley College receive institutional grants averaging $34,994, and 83% will stay on after they complete their first year. Many opt to study Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Business Administration and Management, General, and Physical Therapy/Therapist....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $152 18,892.5% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,021
419	West Virginia State University	Basketball	149.36	95.96	810 – 1,040	11055	32849	#419 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball West Virginia State University Institute, WV Located in Institute, West Virginia State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They require $20 for undergraduate applications. About 58% of students at West Virginia State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At West Virginia State University, there is a 57% first......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $149 0.0% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 810 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $11,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
420	Manchester University	Basketball	144.5	71.06	900 – 1,190	19425	43024	#420 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 71% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $145 0.0% Acceptance Rate 71.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
421	Baker University	Basketball	144.07	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#421 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Baker University Baldwin City, KS Found in Baldwin City, Baker University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $144 87.2% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
422	Lower Columbia College	Basketball	141.26	0	--	9950	58542	#422 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Lower Columbia College Longview, WA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $141 67.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,950 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
423	Roger Williams University	Basketball	135.65	87.71	1,150 – 1,320	38779	53845	#423 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 100% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $136 155.9% Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $38,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
424	Southeastern University	Basketball	134.12	52.98	1,010 – 1,210	32334	36314	#424 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Southeastern University Lakeland, FL Found in Lakeland, Southeastern University accepts 53% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $134 85.3% Acceptance Rate 53.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $32,334 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,314
425	Elmhurst University	Basketball	133.25	73.64	1,020 – 1,280	24629	52803	#425 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $133 0.0% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
426	Central Christian College of Kansas	Basketball	130.49	52.71	920 – 1,120	12143	37685	#426 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Central Christian College of Kansas McPherson, KS Based in McPherson, Central Christian College of Kansas accepts 53% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Central Christian College of Kansas will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $130 0.0% Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,685
427	CUNY Lehman College	Basketball	129.63	56.58	850 – 1,150	3961	51067	#427 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball CUNY Lehman College Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, CUNY Lehman College accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 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 $130 0.0% Acceptance Rate 56.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $3,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,067
428	Cornerstone University	Basketball	128.86	77.77	1,000 – 1,220	21335	42598	#428 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Cornerstone University Grand Rapids, MI Found in Grand Rapids, Cornerstone University accepts 78% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Cornerstone University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $129 2.1% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,335 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,598
429	Emmaus Bible College	Basketball	128.5	59.79	1,090 – 1,360	15028	34653	#429 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Emmaus Bible College Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Emmaus Bible College’s acceptance rate is 60% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending Emmaus Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 83% and 45% of......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $129 76.2% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $15,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
430	Point Loma Nazarene University	Basketball	128.19	83.68	1,190 – 1,400	39696	54811	#430 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $128 298.8% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $39,696 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
431	Judson University	Basketball	127.74	47.59	870 – 1,160	18673	45374	#431 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete

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Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball

Basketball

$535,158 20.9%

5.7%

1,500 – 1,560

$21,981

$85,792

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball

Basketball

$338,434 40.1%

45.9%

1,290 – 1,440

$48,215

$60,459

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball

Basketball

$324,075 12.0%

15.3%

1,350 – 1,520

$10,154

$57,057

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball

Basketball

$319,686 13.1%

42.4%

1,330 – 1,520

$13,973

$64,802

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball

Basketball

$297,492 123.4%

84.8%

1,190 – 1,370

$23,657

$55,084

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball

Basketball

$257,227 12.7%

49.9%

1,220 – 1,490

$13,722

$60,838

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball

Basketball

$231,456 36.8%

24.2%

1,300 – 1,420

$15,815

$49,814

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball

Basketball

$221,092 4.7%

78.2%

1,200 – 1,420

$17,270

$53,417

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball

Basketball

$213,451 1,447.4%

41.6%

1,210 – 1,400

$21,648

$47,782

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball

Basketball

$175,197 16.6%

27.0%

1,410 – 1,510

$37,201

$84,905

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Basketball

Basketball

$151,808 8.6%

41.7%

1,310 – 1,450

$15,522

$57,623

$535,158
20.9%

$338,434
40.1%

$324,075
12.0%

$319,686
13.1%

$297,492
123.4%

$257,227
12.7%

$231,456
36.8%

$221,092
4.7%

$213,451
1,447.4%

$175,197
16.6%

$151,808
8.6%

$147,397
35.2%

$141,349
92.3%

$128,216
23.5%

$127,080
53.9%

$121,552
20.1%

$106,478
12.4%

$103,005
37.6%