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

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Rank	Institution	Sport	Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	The University of Texas at Austin	Football	1148437.13	26.64	1,260 – 1,500	17942	60896	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,148,437 15.9% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $17,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
2	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	Football	685810.5	41.6	1,210 – 1,400	21648	47782	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $685,811 0.5% 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
3	University of Notre Dame	Football	656600.44	11.27	1,460 – 1,560	29300	86210	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN Edward Sorin founded the University of Notre Dame in 1842 as a private Catholic research university. Their motto is, “Vita Dulcedo Spes” or “Life, Sweetness, Hope” – referencing the Virgin Mary. The school’s teams are known as the Fighting Irish, and wear the colors blue and gold. Their mascot is the very iconic Leprechaun....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $656,600 12.0% Acceptance Rate 11.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,300 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,210
4	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	Football	519688.82	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18322	47692	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $519,689 10.2% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
5	University of Wisconsin-Madison	Football	519640.23	45.2	1,360 – 1,480	14235	61275	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $519,640 25.1% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,235 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
6	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	Football	505346.1	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	17574	73762	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $505,346 5.1% Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $17,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
7	Auburn University	Football	502726.19	45.92	1,250 – 1,400	25242	54629	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $502,726 7.0% 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
8	University of Georgia	Football	486657.63	37.7	1,300 – 1,490	16662	57565	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $486,658 24.4% Acceptance Rate 37.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $16,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
9	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Football	468777.06	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	18574	52216	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Southeastern Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $468,777 23.3% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
10	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	Football	458283.32	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27889	55620	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 34% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 93% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $458,283 0.7% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
11	University of Oregon	Football	428909.71	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	24605	46084	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 79% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $428,910 46.4% Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
12	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	Football	424331.77	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21430	49218	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $424,332 1.7% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,430 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
13	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	Football	421226.73	39.15	1,230 – 1,460	11784	62979	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $421,227 4.9% Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $11,784 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
14	University of Florida	Football	421076.91	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11936	56398	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $421,077 7.1% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
15	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	Football	391989.14	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	17209	57984	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $391,989 17.9% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
16	Northwestern University	Football	339166.2	7.69	1,500 – 1,560	26830	76844	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Northwestern University Evanston, IL A founding member of the Big Ten Conference, top sports for the Wildcats include Football, Basketball, and Swimming and Diving (combined). Willie the Wildcat cheers them on and the colors are purple and white....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $339,166 19.1% Acceptance Rate 7.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,830 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,844
17	North Carolina State University	Football	323096.18	41.74	1,310 – 1,450	15522	57623	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $323,096 37.0% 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
18	Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	Football	302544.82	54.78	1,290 – 1,450	24912	67377	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA The Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is more commonly known as Virginia Tech. Students are known as Hokies and wear Chicago maroon and burnt orange to show off their school spirit. They compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Virginia Tech's motto is "That I May Serve." Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $302,545 12.2% Acceptance Rate 54.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $24,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,377
19	University of Iowa	Football	281456.78	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	21765	52696	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 72% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $281,457 14.2% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $21,765 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
20	Texas A&M University-College Station	Football	281083.86	57.43	1,170 – 1,400	21437	59386	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 53% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $281,084 12.2% Acceptance Rate 57.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
21	Ohio State University-Main Campus	Football	275503.55	60.57	1,310 – 1,450	19783	51438	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $275,504 37.8% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $19,783 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
22	Washington State University	Football	274399.4	86.64	1,030 – 1,220	18171	53510	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $274,399 53.5% 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
23	Florida State University	Football	271390.42	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	15815	49814	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University opened as the Florida Institute in 1854. A NCAA Division I-FBS school and competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the Seminoles have brought home several national championships....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $271,390 113.1% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $15,815 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
24	University of South Carolina-Columbia	Football	264416.79	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	24488	50621	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $264,417 24.8% 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
25	Michigan State University	Football	259863.16	84.8	1,190 – 1,370	23657	55084	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $259,863 21.5% 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
26	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Football	259431.72	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	19561	46855	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $259,432 36.1% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
27	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	Football	247172.87	42.37	1,330 – 1,520	13973	64802	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $247,173 18.9% 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
28	University of Maryland-College Park	Football	244970.33	44.79	1,410 – 1,540	16581	67785	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $244,970 19.9% Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
29	University of Arkansas	Football	236008.67	74.3	1,070 – 1,290	18408	49686	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $236,009 2.7% 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
30	Purdue University-Main Campus	Football	232049.3	49.87	1,220 – 1,490	13722	60838	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $232,049 1.1% Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,722 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
31	University of Utah	Football	231754.03	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	16583	55239	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $231,754 0.9% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
32	Texas Tech University	Football	228393.95	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16919	52588	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $228,394 21.1% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,919 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
33	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	Football	221761.68	14.07	1,370 – 1,530	15918	89432	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA Also referred to as Georgia Tech, the Georgia Institute of Technology was founded in 1885 as part of the Reconstruction plans post-Civil War. At first, it only provided degrees in Mechanical Engineering. By 1901, it also offered Chemical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $221,762 16.9% Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $15,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,432
34	University of Colorado Boulder	Football	216518.28	78.08	1,270 – 1,440	26231	54939	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO The Boulder campus is the flagship school of the University of Colorado system. It was actually founded a few months before Colorado became a state in 1876. Athletes, called the Buffaloes, are part of the Big Twelve Conference....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $216,518 73.9% Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $26,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
35	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	Football	210865.81	15.34	1,350 – 1,520	10154	57057	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the flagship of the state’s school system. Enrolling students in 1795, it’s also one of the oldest public schools in the United States. UNC became coeducational in 1877 and began admitting African-American graduate students in 1951. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $210,866 17.6% Acceptance Rate 15.3% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $10,154 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,057
36	Duke University	Football	207183.14	5.71	1,500 – 1,560	21981	85792	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Duke University Durham, NC Methodists and Quakers founded Duke University in 1838. The school has produced 50 Rhodes Scholars, three Turing Award winners, and 15 Noble laureates. Known as the Blue Devils, the university’s colors are Duke blue and white....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $207,183 11.4% Acceptance Rate 5.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $21,981 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,792
37	Iowa State University	Football	191276.14	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17779	53873	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $191,276 0.5% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
38	Kansas State University	Football	190980.08	81.69	1,050 – 1,280	20527	49330	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $190,980 5.6% 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
39	West Virginia University	Football	186193.34	89	1,020 – 1,230	15169	45181	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $186,193 542.1% 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
40	The University of Alabama	Football	186108.04	76.65	1,180 – 1,400	22559	52233	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $186,108 45.3% 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
41	Oregon State University	Football	170169.52	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	22467	50843	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 89% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $170,170 23.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,467 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
42	Clemson University	Football	143275.36	38.34	1,270 – 1,420	25003	58311	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Clemson University Clemson, SC Clemson University boasts a large campus – 1,400 acres at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains alongside Lake Hartwell. It’s home to the Clemson Experimental Forest, which is used for research, education, and recreation. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular undergraduate major. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $143,275 21.6% Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $25,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,311
43	University of Mississippi	Football	142819.82	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	15045	45336	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 68% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $142,820 10.2% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
44	Texas Christian University	Football	140066.4	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	41848	60435	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 80% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 93% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Finance, and General are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $140,066 49.5% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $41,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
45	University of Virginia-Main Campus	Football	120307.15	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	18427	72359	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA Thomas Jefferson founded The University of Virginia, and the school’s Board of Visitors also included James Monroe and James Madison. The school's well known for its secret societies and sport accomplishments. The Cavaliers, who wear orange and blue, have over 30 championship wins. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $120,307 22.4% Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $18,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
46	Syracuse University	Football	92925.19	45.92	1,290 – 1,440	48215	60459	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $92,925 66.9% 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
47	Brigham Young University	Football	76802.88	67.78	1,310 – 1,440	16694	58450	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Brigham Young University Provo, UT Management Science is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $76,803 18.1% Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $16,694 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
48	Boston College	Football	69405.5	16.43	1,450 – 1,540	32519	85717	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Boston College Chestnut Hill, MA A private Jesuit research university, Boston College’s motto is Αἰὲν ἀριστεύειν, Greek for “Ever to Excel.” Their athletes, known as the Eagles, wear maroon and gold and are cheered on by Baldwin the Eagle. Past students include John F. Kerry, Leonard Nimoy, Chris O’Donnell, and Amy Poehler. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $69,406 29.9% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $32,519 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,717
49	University of Kansas	Football	68130.77	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	19205	51217	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 53% of......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $68,131 53.9% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
50	San Diego State University	Football	61014.88	36.19	1,100 – 1,320	14704	52620	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $61,015 39.0% 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
51	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	Football	58822.12	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	25223	54240	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA The University of Pittsburgh opened in 1787 as the Pittsburgh Academy, though it may have roots going back to 1770. Much of the school was destroyed in the Great Fire of 1845, a massive fire that stretched 20 square blocks of the city. Last year, Pitt accepted 35,400 of applicants and 13% of these students enrolled. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $58,822 30.9% Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $25,223 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
52	Boise State University	Football	52483.27	87.21	1,050 – 1,220	21583	45251	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Boise State University Boise, ID Located on the Boise River, Boise State University also offers dozens of programs online. Many choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Social Work, Business Administration and Management, and General. A non selective school, it received 16,100 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 14,000. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $52,483 14.5% Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,251
53	Montana State University	Football	28833.98	82.14	1,080 – 1,290	20142	44757	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Montana State University Bozeman, MT “Mountains and Mines” is the motto of Montana State University. In the last admissions cycle, the school received 21,700 applications and accepted 82% of them. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, and Mechanical Engineering are the most popular undergraduate majors....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $28,834 19.4% Acceptance Rate 82.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $20,142 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,757
54	University of Wyoming	Football	24795.89	96.88	1,070 – 1,290	14872	48360	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Wyoming Laramie, WY The University of Wyoming was founded in 1886, four years before Wyoming became a state. It’s one of the rare schools that features a live animal mascot – a horse named Cowboy Joy. Another mascot, Pistol Pete, is played by a student. Brown and gold are the official school colors, and their motto is simple – “Equality.” Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $24,796 9.3% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,872 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,360
55	Baylor University	Football	22807.07	51.28	1,230 – 1,420	47001	56532	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 91% will stay on after they complete their first year. 81% graduate within six years. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $22,807 0.0% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $47,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
56	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Football	19669.57	22.72	1,100 – 1,290	22124	60168	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $19,670 59.1% Acceptance Rate 22.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $22,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
57	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University	Football	17763.64	20.56	1,040 – 1,180	13819	36153	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee, FL Often called Florida A&M, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is a member of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. The Rattlers and Lady Rattlers, wearing orange and green, are led by their mascot, Venom the Rattlesnake....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $17,764 0.0% Acceptance Rate 20.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,819 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,153
58	The University of Montana	Football	14333.86	95.86	1,140 – 1,310	17370	35729	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football The University of Montana Missoula, MT Located along the Clark Fork River, The University of Montana's Grizzlies and Lady Griz compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Alumni include Colin Meloy, J.K. Simmons, and Carroll O’Connor, as well as numerous professional athletes, scientists, and politicians. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $14,334 30.2% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,729
59	Southern Utah University	Football	13226.56	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	11840	41147	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 89% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13,227 28.1% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $11,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
60	Friends University	Football	12610.95	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,611 189.7% 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
61	Abilene Christian University	Football	10141.97	66.03	1,090 – 1,290	28760	46727	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX Located in Abilene, Abilene Christian University accepts 66% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,142 365.1% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $28,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,727
62	Murray State University	Football	10120.79	85.68	1,000 – 1,230	10182	38473	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10,121 7.8% 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
63	Point University	Football	9224.37	44.26	920 – 1,200	19545	36410	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,224 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
64	Morgan State University	Football	8846.54	82.23	850 – 1,080	15476	40065	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Morgan State University Baltimore, MD Morgan State University got its start in 1867 as the Centenary Biblical Institute. It changed its name in 1890 to honor Lyttleton Morgan and became a university in 1975. MSU’s 100-acre campus is a designated national historic site. The school accepts 82% of applicants and awards up to Doctor's degrees. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,847 15.5% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $15,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,065
65	University of Alabama at Birmingham	Football	7940.08	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17997	46572	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,940 12.3% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
66	Tarleton State University	Football	7838.54	89.55	990 – 1,170	16159	46729	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,839 107.6% 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
67	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	Football	7551.02	92.54	970 – 1,180	13134	39485	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,551 15.8% 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
68	Davidson College	Football	7415.73	13.37	1,400 – 1,520	27720	62866	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Davidson College Davidson, NC Davidson College was founded in 1837 and started trying to reduce the cost of higher education for students by the 1850’s. Today, the school meets students’ financial needs through grants, employment, and more. 65% of students receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,416 338.7% Acceptance Rate 13.4% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $27,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,866
69	Hampton University	Football	7228.96	62.25	790 – 1,100	27428	42721	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Hampton University Hampton, VA Hampton University sits on a 314-acre campus, and it’s home to several research centers, including the Hampton University Proton Therapy Institute. It also has several National Historic Landmarks. 386 student athletes, known as the Pirates, compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Colonial Athletic Association. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,229 4,190.7% Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 790 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $27,428 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,721
70	Livingstone College	Football	6855.66	59.25	800 – 980	12826	24024	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,856 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
71	Saint Augustine's University	Football	6723.39	33.8	760 – 920	19688	26999	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Saint Augustine's University Raleigh, NC Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,723 2,129.0% Acceptance Rate 33.8% SAT Score 760 – 920 Avg. Net Price $19,688 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,999
72	Dakota Wesleyan University	Football	5717.05	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 920 out of 1,250 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,717 325.3% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
73	Alabama A & M University	Football	5512.48	57.95	810 – 1,020	17152	27851	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,512 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
74	Thomas University	Football	5457.83	38.3	1,000 – 1,220	17823	45305	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,458 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	University at Albany	Football	5106.79	69.1	1,120 – 1,330	17949	51380	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,107 6.1% 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
76	Carson-Newman University	Football	4143.01	90.45	1,010 – 1,210	20895	39324	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,143 14.1% 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
77	Catawba College	Football	3347.12	75.21	960 – 1,240	18447	36912	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,347 865.5% 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
78	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	Football	3104.42	96.97	--	30723	37447	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,104 15.8% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
79	Winston-Salem State University	Football	2985.12	78.26	850 – 1,040	12989	40557	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Located in Winston-Salem, Winston-Salem State University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 62% of students attending Winston-Salem State University will receive institutional grant aid. 77% of students decide to stay......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,985 23.3% Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
80	Samford University	Football	2957.99	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	34926	49466	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,958 193.3% 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
81	Grand Valley State University	Football	2923.57	83.02	960 – 1,210	17198	47840	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,924 1.8% 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
82	University of Central Oklahoma	Football	2912.17	78.12	970 – 1,180	18660	43074	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,912 56.5% 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
83	McDaniel College	Football	2892.33	77.93	1,060 – 1,250	24497	47879	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,892 47.7% 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
84	Quincy University	Football	2848.14	50.93	1,020 – 1,210	19477	43331	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Quincy University Quincy, IL Located in Quincy, Quincy University accepts 51% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Quincy University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,848 41,784.4% Acceptance Rate 50.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,331
85	Benedict College	Football	2823.59	95.7	820 – 1,010	18665	24908	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,824 178.6% 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
86	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology	Football	2778.38	79.87	1,170 – 1,370	20267	62863	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,778 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
87	Yale University	Football	2680.92	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	22408	81765	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,681 0.9% 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
88	North Central College	Football	2401	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,401 45.0% 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
89	Pacific Lutheran University	Football	2359.22	78.02	1,050 – 1,270	22299	52212	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,359 83.0% 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
90	Georgetown University	Football	2358.58	12.91	1,400 – 1,550	39083	83222	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Georgetown University Washington, DC A private Jesuit research university, Georgetown University was founded as the Georgetown College in 1789 by Bishop John Carroll. It’s the oldest Catholic institution of higher education in the country and offers over 50 majors. Past graduates include Bill Clinton, Lyndon B....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,359 370.9% Acceptance Rate 12.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $39,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,222
91	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	Football	1954.65	86.5	970 – 1,210	12500	50140	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,955 135.8% 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
92	Wesleyan University	Football	1866.77	16.49	1,440 – 1,540	23025	60385	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,867 9.1% 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	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	Football	1695.15	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	22134	43309	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,695 50.6% 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
94	West Chester University of Pennsylvania	Football	1672.57	78.4	1,110 – 1,280	22546	51013	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football West Chester University of Pennsylvania West Chester, PA West Chester University of Pennsylvania is part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). Popular undergraduate majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, and General....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,673 254.5% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,013
95	Ottawa University-Surprise	Football	1489.26	78.15	880 – 1,110	34037	49139	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,489 117.3% 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
96	Whitworth University	Football	1488.23	89.78	1,090 – 1,340	27605	49510	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,488 840.5% 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
97	University of West Florida	Football	1473.14	58.24	1,040 – 1,260	10092	42204	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of West Florida Pensacola, FL Found in Pensacola, the University of West Florida accepts 58% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of students at the University of West Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,473 50.0% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $10,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,204
98	Taylor University	Football	1423.07	73.53	1,110 – 1,360	26178	45142	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,423 541.8% 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
99	Linfield University	Football	1409.21	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,409 56.7% 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
100	Virginia Union University	Football	1392.2	97.99	850 – 890	11483	27977	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,800 last year. 14% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,392 19.9% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 850 – 890 Avg. Net Price $11,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
101	Valley City State University	Football	1349.36	99.07	930 – 1,180	12442	45820	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,349 273.8% 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
102	Eastern University	Football	1338.83	90.77	1,020 – 1,190	27422	41580	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,339 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
103	Fresno City College	Football	1274.51	0	--	9618	30049	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Fresno City College Fresno, CA Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,275 67.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,049
104	Webber International University	Football	1264.17	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,264 718.7% 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
105	Benedictine University	Football	1195.11	95.23	1,030 – 1,300	23139	50222	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,195 320.0% 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
106	Lycoming College	Football	1152.98	74.07	1,080 – 1,300	20492	43713	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,153 1.2% 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
107	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania	Football	1137.11	92.05	1,010 – 1,180	18610	44290	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,137 39.0% 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
108	South Carolina State University	Football	1090.45	82.62	830 – 1,030	17965	30064	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,090 89.9% 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
109	MidAmerica Nazarene University	Football	1068.16	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,068 8.8% 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
110	Barton College	Football	999.8	94.2	950 – 1,150	23962	40785	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,000 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
111	Fort Hays State University	Football	951.85	90.26	970 – 1,180	13186	44428	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $952 59.5% 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
112	Sul Ross State University	Football	894.61	98.71	910 – 1,130	14454	34340	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $895 176.2% 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
113	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	Football	888.31	75.5	1,110 – 1,280	14712	49626	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $888 456.8% 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
114	East Texas A&M University	Football	874.57	92.24	930 – 1,160	12327	43157	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $875 512.7% 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
115	North Greenville University	Football	849.62	66.67	1,060 – 1,270	21346	38173	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football North Greenville University Tigerville, SC Based in Tigerville, North Greenville University accepts 67% of applicants and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending North Greenville University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $850 704.7% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,173
116	Otterbein University	Football	831.01	84.53	1,110 – 1,310	20457	44539	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $831 14,032.8% 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
117	Bowdoin College	Football	822.5	7.13	1,470 – 1,550	22228	61692	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $823 9.3% 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
118	Nicholls State University	Football	798.11	90.8	1,010 – 1,190	12298	38829	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $798 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
119	University of St Francis	Football	790.86	65.29	1,040 – 1,250	14045	56648	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $791 39.6% 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
120	Pace University	Football	789.41	75.92	1,180 – 1,340	34791	52767	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $789 95.1% 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
121	Virginia University of Lynchburg	Football	782.58	0	--	19066	58542	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Virginia University of Lynchburg Lynchburg, VA Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $783 72.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
122	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	Football	770.21	76.86	1,330 – 1,500	45406	85935	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $770 45.7% 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
123	Assumption University	Football	766.2	82.98	990 – 1,180	29748	46029	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $766 14.0% 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
124	Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus	Football	737.27	90.77	980 – 1,190	17626	42278	#124 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $737 11.6% 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
125	Moravian University	Football	722.6	54.17	1,080 – 1,290	31743	53471	#125 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $723 802.1% 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
126	Baker University	Football	717.18	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#126 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $717 151.0% 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
127	Fairmont State University	Football	714.54	98.62	850 – 1,090	11328	41197	#127 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $715 413.7% 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
128	Colorado Mesa University	Football	704.99	82.03	940 – 1,170	15590	39223	#128 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $705 298.3% 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
129	Bethany College	Football	696.64	56	860 – 1,090	28192	40805	#129 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $697 89.0% 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
130	Belhaven University	Football	695.38	49.75	1,010 – 1,200	16299	38987	#130 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $695 408.0% 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
131	Wingate University	Football	692.71	91.13	990 – 1,210	21282	43992	#131 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $693 184.8% 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
132	Missouri Southern State University	Football	683.74	97.03	950 – 1,200	11626	37866	#132 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $684 58.0% 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
133	West Virginia State University	Football	666.63	95.96	810 – 1,040	11055	32849	#133 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $667 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
134	Minnesota State University Moorhead	Football	664.36	58.76	970 – 1,210	18221	45873	#134 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $664 200.3% 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
135	Franklin College	Football	658.79	69.8	1,060 – 1,240	24189	45635	#135 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $659 5.8% 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
136	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Football	655.72	63.47	1,380 – 1,510	38887	83054	#136 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $656 84.7% 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
137	Buena Vista University	Football	653.3	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	19704	43572	#137 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 76% first year retention rate, and 48% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $653 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
138	Texas Wesleyan University	Football	639.92	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#138 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $640 40.3% 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
139	Salve Regina University	Football	638.68	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	38307	55027	#139 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $639 152.8% 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
140	Kentucky Wesleyan College	Football	622.21	71.6	890 – 1,140	20999	35895	#140 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $622 73.4% 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
141	Bentley University	Football	621.4	45.05	1,290 – 1,430	45802	86679	#141 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $621 81.9% 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
142	Thomas More University	Football	608.4	90.35	1,080 – 1,280	22297	47148	#142 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $608 6.9% 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
143	Pitzer College	Football	599.65	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34979	51784	#143 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $600 20.0% 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
144	Pomona College	Football	599.65	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	19938	60850	#144 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $600 20.0% 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
145	Berry College	Football	592.88	64	1,120 – 1,320	25363	45014	#145 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $593 53.5% 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
146	Angelo State University	Football	556.92	83.01	940 – 1,170	14048	41050	#146 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $557 37.0% 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
147	Juniata College	Football	555.8	78.91	1,130 – 1,330	24580	48571	#147 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $556 17.7% 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
148	Concordia University-Nebraska	Football	541.96	85.72	1,020 – 1,240	24158	44527	#148 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $542 17.6% 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
149	Marietta College	Football	537.75	79.31	960 – 1,190	22007	51252	#149 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Marietta College Marietta, OH Found in Marietta, Marietta College accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Marietta College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $538 249.6% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,252
150	Cumberland University	Football	518.21	67.33	970 – 1,140	18499	52246	#150 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $518 1.8% 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
151	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Football	515.09	69.25	1,010 – 1,340	31080	49761	#151 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $515 23.8% 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
152	Worcester Polytechnic Institute	Football	514.75	60.16	1,200 – 1,390	47372	85038	#152 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $515 126.2% 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
153	Saint Ambrose University	Football	512.21	77.33	980 – 1,190	25345	51616	#153 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $512 90.3% 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
154	Maryville College	Football	494.15	60.92	1,040 – 1,300	21469	39305	#154 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $494 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
155	Anderson University	Football	483.93	79.34	910 – 1,160	25332	44396	#155 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $484 205.3% 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
156	Carroll University	Football	477.37	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	27031	54456	#156 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $477 46.4% 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
157	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	Football	474.88	65.45	880 – 1,080	10492	39997	#157 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $475 0.0% 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
158	Nichols College	Football	466.7	80.84	1,030 – 1,240	32337	47830	#158 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $467 51.3% 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
159	Newberry College	Football	460.93	89.79	890 – 1,130	21943	38983	#159 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $461 44.7% 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
160	Washington University in St Louis	Football	459.27	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22408	78073	#160 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $459 13.0% 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
161	The College of Saint Scholastica	Football	455.66	92.96	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#161 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $456 184.3% 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
162	Western New Mexico University	Football	442.85	0	--	9477	31166	#162 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Western New Mexico University Silver City, NM Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $443 1,830.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,166
163	Southwestern University	Football	437.65	43.05	1,160 – 1,320	32228	49249	#163 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $438 79.4% 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
164	McNeese State University	Football	423.58	78.27	970 – 1,150	12430	38713	#164 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $424 25.8% 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
165	Moorpark College	Football	419.65	0	--	2727	37374	#165 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Moorpark College Moorpark, CA Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $420 31.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,374
166	Doane University	Football	375.88	98.01	1,040 – 1,210	26364	46009	#166 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $376 37.1% 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
167	Hilbert College	Football	369.41	97.2	980 – 1,180	22157	45369	#167 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $369 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
168	Waldorf University	Football	360.22	76.98	930 – 1,090	19766	50515	#168 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $360 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
169	Plymouth State University	Football	359.6	87.54	880 – 1,080	20183	46466	#169 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Plymouth State University Plymouth, NH Found in Plymouth, Plymouth State University accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Plymouth State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Plymouth State University, there is a 68% first year retention rate......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $360 368.6% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,466
170	Emporia State University	Football	356.32	97.71	970 – 1,180	16094	41389	#170 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $356 123.8% 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
171	Walsh University	Football	354.84	70.74	1,040 – 1,280	23933	50090	#171 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $355 64.6% 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
172	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College	Football	349	72.39	880 – 1,070	20451	41863	#172 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $349 93.9% 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
173	University of Rhode Island	Football	348.47	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	24118	57446	#173 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $348 78.7% 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
174	Peru State College	Football	345.51	0	--	11915	39150	#174 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Peru State College Peru, NE Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $346 109.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,915 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,150
175	Saint Anselm College	Football	341.94	78.05	1,120 – 1,290	35551	63347	#175 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $342 25.1% 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
176	Bates College	Football	340	13.32	1,420 – 1,530	24723	59202	#176 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $340 85.8% 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
177	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Football	337.14	95.97	880 – 1,080	18654	47944	#177 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $337 96.2% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,654 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
178	Rowan University	Football	334.96	77.66	1,120 – 1,320	23761	50705	#178 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $335 41.8% 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
179	The University of Olivet	Football	332.76	83.25	920 – 1,130	19362	42637	#179 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $333 3,327,500.0% 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
180	William Jewell College	Football	322.49	38.36	980 – 1,190	19294	54197	#180 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football William Jewell College Liberty, MO William Jewell College dates back to 1849 and was originally associated with the Missouri Baptist Convention. The school became independent in 2003. Out of the accepted students, 33% decide to attend. If taking the ACT, students should aim for between a 18 - 24. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $322 0.0% Acceptance Rate 38.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,197
181	University of Charleston	Football	316.28	61.52	1,000 – 1,150	20844	42698	#181 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $316 182.8% 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
182	Bluffton University	Football	309.73	67.23	890 – 1,120	20429	41940	#182 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $310 39.5% 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
183	St. John Fisher University	Football	294.49	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	30540	61198	#183 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $294 349.6% 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
184	Pennsylvania Western University	Football	282.31	94.33	940 – 1,150	18094	38474	#184 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Pennsylvania Western University California, PA Based in California, Pennsylvania Western University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 81% of students attending Pennsylvania Western University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $282 0.0% Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,474
185	The University of Tennessee-Martin	Football	281.32	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11955	38863	#185 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 84% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $281 0.2% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,955 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
186	Northwestern College	Football	272.64	80.36	1,040 – 1,280	26347	46731	#186 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $273 416.8% 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
187	The College of Wooster	Football	263.54	59.53	1,250 – 1,460	28004	43895	#187 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $264 80.6% 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
188	Albion College	Football	261.34	80.7	950 – 1,180	16719	48203	#188 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $261 130.4% 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
189	Lincoln University	Football	257.39	0	--	14002	32185	#189 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Lincoln University Jefferson City, MO Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $257 68.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,185
190	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Football	247.14	34.24	1,110 – 1,320	4101	96770	#190 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $247 47.6% 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
191	St. Thomas University	Football	244.82	97.91	870 – 1,070	27844	44435	#191 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $245 55.5% 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
192	Widener University	Football	242.03	70.93	1,080 – 1,290	26778	63375	#192 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $242 0.0% 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
193	Washington & Jefferson College	Football	234.16	80.64	1,010 – 1,270	22702	52082	#193 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Washington & Jefferson College Washington, PA Washington & Jefferson College came about in 1865 when Washington College and Jefferson College, both founded in the early 1800s, merged. The 60-acre campus is home to McMillan Hall, which was built in 1793, and the school was featured in the Netflix show, “Mindhunter.” 74% of students graduate within six years. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $234 34,849.3% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,702 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,082
194	The Catholic University of America	Football	233.42	82.78	1,040 – 1,240	32705	63217	#194 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $233 47.1% 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
195	Hope College	Football	231.95	79.24	1,130 – 1,360	30700	49727	#195 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $232 176.5% 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
196	University of La Verne	Football	231	71.17	990 – 1,230	21530	53806	#196 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $231 9.2% 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
197	Bridgewater State University	Football	223.12	87.81	1,080 – 1,280	15646	46673	#197 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $223 112.3% 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
198	St. Andrews University	Football	220	64.8	810 – 1,170	29474	37691	#198 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football St. Andrews University Laurinburg, NC Located in Laurinburg, St- Andrews University’s acceptance rate is 65%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 79% of students attending St- Andrews University will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $15,542 each. The first year retention rate is 48%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $220 96.1% Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 810 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $29,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
199	Trinity College	Football	210.4	29.25	1,320 – 1,480	36071	67628	#199 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $210 50.8% 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
200	Massachusetts Maritime Academy	Football	204.26	94.7	1,040 – 1,200	13546	80424	#200 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Massachusetts Maritime Academy Buzzards Bay, MA The second oldest state maritime academy in the country, the Massachusetts Maritime Academy was founded in 1891. Its motto is “Discipline, Knowledge, Leadership.” Students train on the USTS Kennedy and select one of the 7 programs. Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering is the most popular. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $204 0.0% Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $13,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,424
201	Fitchburg State University	Football	193.81	86.93	1,060 – 1,230	15340	41999	#201 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $194 0.0% 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
202	Sterling College	Football	193.49	48.17	970 – 1,170	23531	40722	#202 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Sterling College Sterling, KS Located in Sterling, Sterling College accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Sterling College will receive institutional grant aid. At Sterling College, there is a 50% first year retention rate and around 27%......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $193 50.6% Acceptance Rate 48.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $23,531 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,722
203	Luther College	Football	190.64	71.54	1,100 – 1,370	24511	49541	#203 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $191 2,655.5% 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
204	Carleton College	Football	180.24	20.41	1,450 – 1,540	28047	53989	#204 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Carleton College Northfield, MN Part of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, the most popular sports at Carleton College are Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Swimming and Diving (combined). They’re known as the Knights and wear blue and maize. Computer Science is a commonly chosen undergraduate major. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $180 0.0% Acceptance Rate 20.4% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $28,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,989
205	Bluefield State University	Football	172.88	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#205 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $173 81.9% 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
206	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	Football	172.09	68.3	890 – 1,080	7326	39089	#206 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $172 26.3% 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
207	SUNY Maritime College	Football	168.16	72.41	1,130 – 1,300	20312	83439	#207 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football SUNY Maritime College Throggs Neck, NY SUNY Maritime College, founded in 1847, is located about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. Students at SUNY Maritime College can "Chart Your Own Course," which means they can choose from one of two different experiences—the Traditional Lifestyle (a more traditional campus experience) or the Regiment Lifestyle (preparing cadets......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $168 480.5% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,312 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
208	Framingham State University	Football	166.94	83.61	1,100 – 1,280	16114	46611	#208 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Framingham State University Framingham, MA Located in Framingham, Framingham State University’s acceptance rate is 84%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 71% of students attending Framingham State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $167 1,628.2% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,114 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,611
209	Southwestern College	Football	163.8	75.55	930 – 1,120	29488	48034	#209 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $164 0.0% 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
210	North American University	Football	160.8	100	--	16303	32221	#210 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football North American University Stafford, TX Located in Stafford, North American University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $161 72.6% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,221
211	Siena Heights University	Football	159.49	68.9	850 – 1,110	17520	49913	#211 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 69% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 70% first year......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $159 0.0% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
212	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	Football	149.77	85.72	930 – 1,180	12709	47909	#212 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI The University of Wisconsin, Whitewater offers 85 programs and majors, but many choose to study Business/Commerce, General. During the last admission cycle, the school received 10,200 applications and accepted 8,700. 110 acres of the 400 acre-campus makes up the Nature Preserve with woodlands, prairie, and wetlands. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $150 83.0% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,909
213	Lackawanna College	Football	147.93	0	--	19682	35500	#213 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Lackawanna College Scranton, PA Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $148 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,682 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,500
214	Cornell College	Football	142.52	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#214 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $143 26.6% 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
215	Case Western Reserve University	Football	140.32	36.54	1,430 – 1,530	44000	75613	#215 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Case Western Reserve University Cleveland, OH Case Western Reserve University is known as the “Yale of the West,” as its campus imitated Yale’s. 88% receive grant aid to help offset the cost, or $40,221 on average. A NCAA Division III with football school, the Spartans often compete in Basketball, Football, and Soccer. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $140 183.5% Acceptance Rate 36.5% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $44,000 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $75,613
216	George Fox University	Football	137.15	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	32171	53568	#216 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $137 72.8% 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
217	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	Football	135.14	82.34	1,110 – 1,280	15151	50011	#217 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $135 12.9% 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
218	Stevenson University	Football	134.64	78.91	1,010 – 1,190	27162	54574	#218 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Stevenson University Owings Mills, MD Based in Owings Mills, Stevenson University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Stevenson University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 79% of......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $135 0.0% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,574
219	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred	Football	133.92	75.68	1,000 – 1,200	15283	45460	#219 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred, NY Located in Alfred, SUNY College of Technology at Alfred accepts 76% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Alfred currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At SUNY College of Technology at......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $134 0.0% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,460
220	Carthage College	Football	132.64	87.06	1,040 – 1,210	27066	46116	#220 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $133 26.7% 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
221	Campbellsville University	Football	131.02	79.74	970 – 1,180	19662	34639	#221 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $131 42.6% 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
222	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth	Football	129.13	90.64	1,070 – 1,280	21094	51475	#222 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $129 21.9% 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
223	Morningside University	Football	117.63	71.04	710 – 1,110	24437	47687	#223 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $118 46.1% 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
224	University of Minnesota-Morris	Football	116.75	74.93	1,040 – 1,240	9677	43163	#224 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $117 0.0% 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
225	Huntingdon College	Football	116.05	69.49	1,040 – 1,220	23055	42147	#225 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $116 137.0% 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
226	Lakeland University	Football	114.55	86.28	930 – 1,100	24253	49546	#226 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $115 153.7% 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
227	Vermont State University	Football	114.27	81.67	860 – 1,060	18442	41340	#227 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $114 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
228	Carnegie Mellon University	Football	113.15	11.66	1,500 – 1,570	35552	105360	#228 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA Some popular majors at Carnegie Mellon University include Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Computer Science. A merger in 1900 between Carnegie Institute of Technology and the Mellon Institute of Industrial Research created the school we know today....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $113 53.3% Acceptance Rate 11.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $35,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,360
229	Wilmington College	Football	109.84	92.4	890 – 1,150	26548	41889	#229 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $110 58.6% 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
230	William Paterson University of New Jersey	Football	109.1	90.08	990 – 1,350	13509	44928	#230 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $109 31.8% 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
231	Simpson College	Football	107.5	86.22	1,400 – 1,460	23282	49946	#231 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $37,896 on average. Attending students enjoy an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $108 107.6% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
232	Trine University	Football	103.68	85.48	1,050 – 1,270	25355	53010	#232 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $104 46.1% 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
233	Randolph-Macon College	Football	98.71	86.61	990 – 1,230	28912	48067	#233 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $99 56.7% 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
234	Southeastern University	Football	96.81	52.98	1,010 – 1,210	32334	36314	#234 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $97 78.3% 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
235	Alvernia University	Football	88.12	58.06	1,100 – 1,290	28645	49938	#235 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Alvernia University Reading, PA Based in Reading, Alvernia University accepted 58% 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 will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $88 5.9% Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $28,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,938
236	Gannon University	Football	87.54	74.16	1,000 – 1,270	23123	55319	#236 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $88 50.5% 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
237	Elmhurst University	Football	86.22	73.64	1,020 – 1,280	24629	52803	#237 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $86 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
238	Montclair State University	Football	84.81	87.89	910 – 1,210	17669	47944	#238 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $85 831.0% 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
239	Tabor College	Football	83.5	64.58	960 – 1,140	20681	42896	#239 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Tabor College Hillsboro, KS Based in Hillsboro, Tabor College’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Tabor College will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 53% and around 40% of students will graduate within four years. Three common majors......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $84 0.0% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
240	Ouachita Baptist University	Football	77.18	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	24532	41697	#240 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $77 146.0% 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
241	Union Commonwealth University	Football	75.92	63.15	850 – 1,110	17124	36529	#241 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Union Commonwealth University Barbourville, KY Found in Barbourville, Union Commonwealth University’s acceptance rate is 63%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Union Commonwealth University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Union Commonwealth University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and 23% of......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $76 0.0% Acceptance Rate 63.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,529
242	Nebraska Wesleyan University	Football	74.99	79.82	1,110 – 1,290	21122	47667	#242 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE Nebraska Wesleyan University is a private school, associated with the United Methodists. It has 44 available majors and programs – Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular. Competing in the American Rivers Conference, the 538 Prairie Wolves wear black and gold. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $75 9.9% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,667
243	University of New England	Football	74.9	91.63	1,050 – 1,240	40003	48957	#243 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $75 220.4% 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
244	SUNY Morrisville	Football	72.17	91.54	990 – 1,230	15960	39759	#244 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $72 4,467.7% 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
245	Johns Hopkins University	Football	71.48	6.44	1,520 – 1,580	26017	86306	#245 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD Johns Hopkins University was founded in 1876 and named for its first benefactor. The first research university in the country, its motto in Latin is “veritas vos liberabit,” or “the truth will set you free.” The Blue Jays men’s lacrosse team plays in the Big Ten Conference as an affiliate member and has over 40 national titles....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $71 0.0% Acceptance Rate 6.4% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,306
246	East Carolina University	Football	70.11	89.21	1,080 – 1,240	13755	46420	#246 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $70 82.4% 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
247	University of Northwestern-St Paul	Football	70.04	93.47	1,030 – 1,310	29117	47544	#247 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $70 28.0% 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
248	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Football	65.23	93.26	970 – 1,150	9723	37126	#248 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $65 410.8% 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
249	Gallaudet University	Football	62.56	58.06	790 – 1,000	15944	36578	#249 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $63 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
250	Post University	Football	62.51	96.54	800 – 1,030	21229	31401	#250 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $63 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
251	University of New Haven	Football	60.28	60.38	1,060 – 1,270	34557	49829	#251 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $60 0.0% 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
252	Utica University	Football	59.78	91.95	990 – 1,250	20295	57422	#252 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $60 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
253	Butler University	Football	57.39	85.08	1,190 – 1,370	38438	61627	#253 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $57 117.9% 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
254	West Los Angeles College	Football	56.45	0	--	11164	59213	#254 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $56 40.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
255	Misericordia University	Football	55.89	70.93	1,060 – 1,230	26747	55910	#255 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Misericordia University Dallas, PA Misericordia University is a private liberal arts school located just north of Philadelphia. Many of its students come from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. Roman Catholic, College Misericordia was founded in 1924 by the Religious Sisters of Mercy – it became a university in 2007. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $56 1.2% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $26,747 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,910
256	Wisconsin Lutheran College	Football	53.01	78.16	1,130 – 1,340	24095	49095	#256 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $53 64.3% 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
257	Union College	Football	50.79	43.92	1,320 – 1,480	42137	63219	#257 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 90%, and 80% will graduate within four years. 85% graduate in six. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $51 339.7% Acceptance Rate 43.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,137 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
258	University of Dubuque	Football	48.01	88.63	980 – 1,200	26067	44960	#258 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $48 80.7% 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
259	Bethel College-North Newton	Football	46.71	93.5	980 – 1,160	30406	40808	#259 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $47 53.9% 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
260	Westfield State University	Football	45.67	81.41	980 – 1,190	17406	46861	#260 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Westfield State University Westfield, MA Found in Westfield, Westfield State University accepts 81% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 80% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 52% of students will......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $46 27.5% Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,861
261	Bethany College	Football	42.83	58.79	930 – 1,190	19035	37124	#261 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $43 51.5% 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
262	Manchester University	Football	35.61	71.06	900 – 1,190	19425	43024	#262 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $36 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
263	Bethel University	Football	33.54	60.23	850 – 1,090	13112	38990	#263 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $34 99.8% 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
264	Ripon College	Football	29.04	79.84	1,040 – 1,280	23772	42334	#264 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Ripon College Ripon, WI Found in Ripon, Ripon College accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Ripon College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $29 201.8% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,772 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,334
265	Chestnut Hill College	Football	28.56	74.46	900 – 1,090	28588	45221	#265 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Chestnut Hill College Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Chestnut Hill College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Chestnut Hill College, there is a 62%......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $29 58.8% Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 900 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $28,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,221
266	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	Football	19.83	56.87	940 – 1,140	22929	43860	#266 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $20 96.4% 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
267	Texas A&M University-Kingsville	Football	15.64	90.92	990 – 1,110	12812	44882	#267 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Texas A&M University-Kingsville Kingsville, TX Located in Kingsville, Texas A&M University-Kingsville accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 77% of students attending Texas A&M University-Kingsville currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $16 100.4% Acceptance Rate 90.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $12,812 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,882
268	Concordia University-Wisconsin	Football	13.82	78.2	1,110 – 1,310	31916	49761	#268 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $14 83.8% 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
269	Briar Cliff University	Football	13.33	58.34	970 – 1,130	23263	48338	#269 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13 94.3% 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
270	Dean College	Football	12.92	73.71	920 – 1,110	32085	30046	#270 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13 74.6% 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
271	Worcester State University	Football	10.53	87.99	1,030 – 1,290	12778	50233	#271 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11 93.2% 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
272	William Penn University	Football	9.8	51.88	890 – 1,110	22740	40189	#272 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10 58.3% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
273	Defiance College	Football	0.79	47.55	970 – 1,080	26298	39303	#273 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 48% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $22,261 each. The first year retention rate is 56%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1 98.1% Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
274	Capital University	Football	0.05	70.22	960 – 1,210	22395	45767	#274 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Capital University Columbus, OH Found in Columbus, Capital University accepts 70% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students attending Capital University will receive institutional grant aid. At Capital University, there is a 76% first year retention rate and around 56% of students will graduate......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 100.0% Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,395 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,767
275	Endicott College	Football	0.02	71.21	1,200 – 1,350	41394	57286	#275 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Endicott College Beverly, MA Located in Beverly, Endicott College accepts 71% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 96% of students attending Endicott College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 200.0% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $41,394 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,286
276	Missouri University of Science and Technology	Football	0.01	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	17366	69295	#276 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 100.0% 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
277	The University of Montana-Western	Football	0.01	99.78	890 – 1,090	16745	37252	#277 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football The University of Montana-Western Dillon, MT Based in Dillon, The University of Montana-Western’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 44% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 100.0% Acceptance Rate 99.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,252
278	University of Miami	Football	0.01	18.9	1,340 – 1,480	45397	61508	#278 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football University of Miami Coral Gables, FL The University of Miami is extremely selective and has a first year retention rate of 94%. With 183 available majors and programs, Law is a common choice. The school’s library system has over 4 million volumes, 4 million microforms, and 1.6 million electronic books. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 0.0% Acceptance Rate 18.9% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $45,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,508
279	Adams State University	Football	0	99.18	890 – 1,170	13340	38338	#279 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Adams State University Alamosa, CO Found in Alamosa, Adams State University accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 82% of students attending Adams State University will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 51% and 21% of students will earn their degree in four years. Many......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $13,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,338
280	Adrian College	Football	0	72.53	920 – 1,170	25922	42805	#280 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Adrian College Adrian, MI Located in Adrian, Adrian College accepted 73% 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 attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $25,922 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,805
281	Alabama State University	Football	0	97.55	850 – 1,040	13138	27453	#281 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Alabama State University Montgomery, AL Found in Montgomery, Alabama State University accepts 98% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 57% of students attending Alabama State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and its four year......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 97.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $13,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,453
282	Albright College	Football	0	76.33	950 – 1,150	20587	45391	#282 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Albright College Reading, PA Found in Reading, Albright College accepts 76% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students at Albright College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,391
283	Alcorn State University	Football	0	45.33	840 – 1,010	12376	27752	#283 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Alcorn State University Alcorn State, MS Alcorn State University is highly selective, accepting 3,000 out of 6,530 applicants. 21% of accepted students enrolled. Established in 1871, this HBCU was built on the site of the old Oakland College, a school that never truly reopened after the Civil War. Women were admitted starting in 1895. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.3% SAT Score 840 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $12,376 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,752
284	Alfred University	Football	0	73.84	1,150 – 1,330	26470	41703	#284 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $26,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
285	Allegheny College	Football	0	54.57	1,190 – 1,370	26420	45603	#285 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Allegheny College Meadville, PA Found in Meadville, Allegheny College accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Allegheny College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 54.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $26,420 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,603
286	Allen University	Football	0	72.54	--	11182	23889	#286 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Allen University Columbia, SC Located in Columbia, Allen University’s acceptance rate is 73%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students attending Allen University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Allen University, there is a 45% first year retention rate and 77% of......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,889
287	Alma College	Football	0	57.03	1,040 – 1,230	22094	45720	#287 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Alma College Alma, MI A fairly selective school, 3,000 applicants received acceptance letters to Alma College during the last admissions cycle. 10% decide to enroll. Classes are smaller, with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 85% of freshman stay at the school after they complete their first year....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,720
288	American International College	Football	0	99.57	940 – 1,110	23086	41451	#288 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football American International College Springfield, MA Located in Springfield, American International College’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending American International College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $23,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,451
289	Amherst College	Football	0	9.01	1,480 – 1,570	19049	62537	#289 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Amherst College Amherst, MA Amherst College is an extremely selective school. A majority of their first-year students come from All first-time degree/certificate-seeking undergraduates total. The third oldest institution of higher education in the state, Amherst was originally a men’s college, becoming coeducational in 1975....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,049 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,537
290	Anna Maria College	Football	0	50.3	780 – 990	29094	63110	#290 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Anna Maria College Paxton, MA Found in Paxton, Anna Maria College accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Anna Maria College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 50.3% SAT Score 780 – 990 Avg. Net Price $29,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,110
291	Antelope Valley Community College District	Football	0	0	--	6110	54803	#291 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,803
292	Appalachian State University	Football	0	90.14	1,100 – 1,280	14978	43663	#292 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Appalachian State University Boone, NC Found in Boone, Appalachian State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 44% of students at Appalachian State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,663
293	Arizona Christian University	Football	0	70.62	920 – 1,160	32514	39524	#293 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Arizona Christian University Glendale, AZ Located in Glendale, Arizona Christian University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 97% of students at Arizona Christian University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $32,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,524
294	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	Football	0	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	17779	52843	#294 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 87% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
295	Arkansas Baptist College	Football	0	0	--	10627	22652	#295 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Arkansas Baptist College Little Rock, AR Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,627 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,652
296	Arkansas State University	Football	0	82.26	970 – 1,180	12410	38944	#296 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Arkansas State University Jonesboro, AR Located in Jonesboro, Arkansas State University accepts 82% of applicants. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of students attending Arkansas State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students continued studying at Arkansas State University......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 82.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,944
297	Arkansas Tech University	Football	0	95.89	930 – 1,140	12626	37638	#297 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Arkansas Tech University Russellville, AR Based in Russellville, Arkansas Tech University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,638
298	Ashland University	Football	0	76.4	1,040 – 1,210	22610	47722	#298 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Ashland University Ashland, OH Found in Ashland, Ashland University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Ashland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 77% and its......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,722
299	Atlantis University	Football	0	0	--	16189	63721	#299 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Atlantis University Miami, FL Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,189 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
300	Augsburg University	Football	0	81.98	940 – 1,190	24561	48616	#300 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Augsburg University Minneapolis, MN Based in Minneapolis, Augsburg University’s acceptance rate is 82% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Augsburg University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Augsburg University, there is a 72% first year retention rate and around 48% of students will......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,616
301	Augustana College	Football	0	62.68	1,040 – 1,290	24714	49849	#301 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% 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 students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,714 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
302	Augustana University	Football	0	67.75	1,090 – 1,290	24977	49826	#302 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Augustana University Sioux Falls, SD At Augustana University, navy blue and gold are the official colors of the Vikings, who compete in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference. Business Administration and Management, General, Education, and General are the most popular majors on campus, and the school has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,977 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,826
303	Aurora University	Football	0	80.85	920 – 1,170	19053	51237	#303 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Aurora University Aurora, IL During the last admissions cycle, Aurora University received 5,380 applications. 16% of accepted students, or 680, decided to enroll. The school’s motto is “Sapientes abscondunt scientiam,” which is Latin for “Wise persons will carry away knowledge.” It offers up to Doctor's degrees. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,053 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,237
304	Austin College	Football	0	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	23462	45242	#304 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
305	Austin Peay State University	Football	0	96.41	970 – 1,180	9882	38779	#305 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Austin Peay State University Clarksville, TN Found in Clarksville, Austin Peay State University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 80% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $9,882 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,779
306	Ave Maria University	Football	0	41.39	1,050 – 1,280	25294	43572	#306 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Ave Maria University Ave Maria, FL Ave Maria University is a private Catholic university located in southwest Florida. Found in 2003 by Tom Monaghan, AMU is the first new Catholic university since 1963. The school has a 17 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 79% first year retention rate. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.4% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
307	Averett University	Football	0	56.59	910 – 1,200	23471	46273	#307 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Averett University Danville, VA Found in Danville, Averett University accepts 57% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 65% and 33% of students will graduate in four years. Registered Nursing/Registered......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 56.6% SAT Score 910 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,273
308	Avila University	Football	0	87.8	890 – 1,080	17004	48975	#308 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Avila University Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, Avila University accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending Avila University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $17,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,975
309	Baldwin Wallace University	Football	0	75.7	1,090 – 1,320	27991	44972	#309 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Baldwin Wallace University Berea, OH Baldwin Wallace University is a private liberal arts and sciences university found in 1845. The school boasts a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 84% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $27,991 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,972
310	Ball State University	Football	0	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13599	44394	#310 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 58% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
311	Beloit College	Football	0	63.04	1,200 – 1,410	24455	41660	#311 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Beloit College Beloit, WI Beloit College’s campus is located next to the Rock River, just north of the Illinois and Wisconsin border. With an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a six-year graduation rate of 71%, Beloit’s most popular major is Biology/Biological Sciences, General....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 63.0% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $24,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,660
312	Bemidji State University	Football	0	55.98	970 – 1,180	14859	47469	#312 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Bemidji State University Bemidji, MN Located in Bemidji, Bemidji State University accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 69% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,859 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,469
313	Benedictine College	Football	0	98.12	1,130 – 1,360	28629	45000	#313 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Benedictine College Atchison, KS Benedictine College’s core values are built into the four “pillars” of the school which are known as Catholic, Benedictine, Liberal Arts, and Residential. The college’s motto is “Forward. Always Forward.” Its campus is located along the bends of the Missouri River....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $28,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,000
314	Bethel University	Football	0	87.8	1,120 – 1,310	31738	55145	#314 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Bethel University Saint Paul, MN At Bethel University, 27% of accepted students will decide to attend. Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are two popular undergraduate majors. The school has an 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 86% first year retention rate. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $31,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,145
315	Bethune-Cookman University	Football	0	88.24	830 – 990	12476	28282	#315 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Bethune-Cookman University Daytona Beach, FL Found in Daytona Beach, Bethune-Cookman University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 79% of students attending Bethune-Cookman University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 830 – 990 Avg. Net Price $12,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,282
316	Bluefield University	Football	0	59.31	900 – 1,090	22216	41923	#316 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Bluefield University Bluefield, VA Found in Bluefield, Bluefield University’s acceptance rate is 59% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 52% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $22,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,923
317	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	Football	0	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	24283	41281	#317 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Found in Bowling Green, Bowling Green State University-Main Campus accepts 81% of applicants and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 93% of students attending Bowling Green State University-Main Campus currently receive grant aid from the school. At Bowling Green State University-Main Campus, there......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
318	Brevard College	Football	0	42.16	890 – 1,240	26930	34401	#318 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Brevard College Brevard, NC Found in Brevard, Brevard College accepts 42% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 98% of students attending Brevard College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 42.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,401
319	Bridgewater College	Football	0	91.72	1,020 – 1,360	11316	45620	#319 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Bridgewater College Bridgewater, VA Found in Bridgewater, Bridgewater College’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 100% of students at Bridgewater College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $11,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,620
320	Brown University	Football	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26256	79131	#320 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,256 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
321	Bryant University	Football	0	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	42139	66488	#321 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $42,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
322	Bucknell University	Football	0	28.93	1,330 – 1,470	39003	78852	#322 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Bucknell University Lewisburg, PA Bucknell University was founded in 1846 and has a proud tradition of fostering diversity and inclusion. Most students are undergraduates and they enjoy a cozy 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, Bucknell has 743 athletes competing in several sports, such as Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 28.9% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $39,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,852
323	California Lutheran University	Football	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,350	32774	54981	#323 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $32,774 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
324	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Football	0	31.32	1,230 – 1,420	17453	72358	#324 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 31.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
325	California State University-Fresno	Football	0	95.26	890 – 1,100	7834	44012	#325 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 95% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 62% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At California State University-Fresno, there is a 82% first year retention rate and a 21% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,834 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
326	California State University-Sacramento	Football	0	93.99	930 – 1,140	10110	51074	#326 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $10,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
327	Calumet College of Saint Joseph	Football	0	40	810 – 980	16765	39342	#327 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Calumet College of Saint Joseph Whiting, IN Found in Whiting, Calumet College of Saint Joseph’s acceptance rate is 40% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of students at Calumet College of Saint Joseph currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 40.0% SAT Score 810 – 980 Avg. Net Price $16,765 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,342
328	Campbell University	Football	0	87.18	1,020 – 1,220	25736	45511	#328 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Campbell University Buies Creek, NC Based in Buies Creek, Campbell University accepts 87% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $25,736 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,511
329	Carroll College	Football	0	70.93	1,070 – 1,290	25575	43507	#329 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Carroll College Helena, MT Though the school seal features two lions, Carroll College’s mascot is actually a St. Bernard named Halo. Student athletes compete as the Fighting Saints in Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $25,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,507
330	Centenary College of Louisiana	Football	0	55.74	1,050 – 1,210	25953	42821	#330 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Centenary College of Louisiana Shreveport, LA The Centenary College of Louisiana is the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi, having been founded in 1885. Students can benefit from a 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and the 65-acre campus that is home to more than 300 species of plant life. Many students major in Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 55.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,821
331	Central College	Football	0	86.17	1,050 – 1,240	23848	49115	#331 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
332	Central Connecticut State University	Football	0	73.33	960 – 1,190	17528	49016	#332 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Central Connecticut State University New Britain, CT Central Connecticut State University is fairly selective, and alumni include professional athletes, actors, and politicians. Founded in 1849, it’s the oldest publicly-funded university in the state. Psychology, General, Educational Leadership and Administration, and General are popular undergraduate areas of study. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,016
333	Central Michigan University	Football	0	89.82	980 – 1,210	17575	46567	#333 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Central Michigan University is a NCAA Division I-FBS school, and the Chippewas compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student athletes can receive scholarships, $13,796 on average, and the school offers institutional grant aid to about 93% of students. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
334	Central State University	Football	0	98.61	800 – 970	11398	27173	#334 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Central State University Wilberforce, OH Based in Wilberforce, Central State University accepts 99% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students at Central State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 800 – 970 Avg. Net Price $11,398 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,173
335	Central Washington University	Football	0	90.62	930 – 1,160	19898	49398	#335 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- 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
336	Centre College	Football	0	54.36	1,210 – 1,440	23860	50073	#336 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Centre College Danville, KY Centre College’s motto is “Doctrina Lux Mentis,” or “Learning is the Light of the Mind.” Offering up to Bachelor's degrees, the school has 26 degree programs, with Economics, Other being the most sought after. Centre also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 10 to 1. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 54.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $23,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,073
337	Chadron State College	Football	0	0	--	13292	39139	#337 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Chadron State College Chadron, NE Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,139
338	Chapman University	Football	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,430	47902	58080	#338 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 92% first year retention rate. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $47,902 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
339	Charleston Southern University	Football	0	96.46	950 – 1,170	21080	40606	#339 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Charleston Southern University Charleston, SC Found in Charleston, Charleston Southern University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Charleston Southern University, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,606
340	Chowan University	Football	0	68.79	880 – 1,150	15206	30096	#340 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Chowan University Murfreesboro, NC Located in Murfreesboro, Chowan University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students attending Chowan University currently receive grant aid from the school. 71% of students decide to stay at Chowan University after completing their......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,206 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,096
341	Christopher Newport University	Football	0	86.04	1,080 – 1,300	23148	51931	#341 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Christopher Newport University Newport News, VA Based in Newport News, Christopher Newport University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students decide to stay at Christopher Newport University......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $23,148 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,931
342	Claremont McKenna College	Football	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	33895	87603	#342 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $33,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
343	Clark Atlanta University	Football	0	64.22	890 – 1,090	31223	28097	#343 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Clark Atlanta University Atlanta, GA Clark Atlanta University was the first HBCU in the Southern United States. Originally called Atlanta University when it opened in 1865, it was founded by two former slaves. It received its current name when it merged with Clark College in 1988. CAU is fairly selective. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $31,223 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,097
344	Clarke University	Football	0	71.83	900 – 1,180	26725	49157	#344 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $24,838 each. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 71.8% SAT Score 900 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $26,725 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
345	Coastal Carolina University	Football	0	75.27	1,060 – 1,230	14379	38070	#345 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Coastal Carolina University Conway, SC Based in Conway, Coastal Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 66% of students attending Coastal Carolina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Coastal Carolina......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,070
346	Coe College	Football	0	64.04	1,130 – 1,330	20864	47136	#346 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
347	Colby College	Football	0	7.09	1,460 – 1,540	16219	60052	#347 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Colby College Waterville, ME Colby College is a private liberal arts school and home to the Perkins Arboretum and Bird Sanctuary. It boasts a strong student-to-faculty of 9 to 1, a 94% first year retention rate, and an 84% four-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,219 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,052
348	Colgate University	Football	0	13.88	1,450 – 1,530	28736	64949	#348 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Colgate University Hamilton, NY Colgate University is known as a “Hidden Ivy” and a “Little Ivy.” It regularly makes lists naming it one of the most beautiful campuses in the United States. Most Colgate students study as undergraduates, but the school also offers master’s degrees in Teaching and Religious Studies. Maroon and white are the official colors. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 13.9% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $28,736 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,949
349	College of the Holy Cross	Football	0	17.61	1,260 – 1,420	36014	69984	#349 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football College of the Holy Cross Worcester, MA The College of the Holy Cross is the oldest Catholic college in New England, and today it’s part of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities. The school has a 95% first year retention rate, and an impressive 89% four-year graduation rate. Athletes are known as the Crusaders and wear royal purple and white. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 17.6% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $36,014 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,984
350	Colorado School of Mines	Football	0	60.69	1,330 – 1,480	29925	82950	#350 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Colorado School of Mines Golden, CO The programs offered at Colorado School of Mines are all focused on energy and environment, so all available majors are in STEM fields. The Orediggers are led on by their mascots Marvin the Miner and Blaster the Burro....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.7% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $29,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,950
351	Colorado State University Pueblo	Football	0	94.9	1,010 – 1,240	13079	43053	#351 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Colorado State University Pueblo Pueblo, CO Found in Pueblo, Colorado State University Pueblo’s acceptance rate is 95%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 83% of students at Colorado State University Pueblo will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,079 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,053
352	Colorado State University-Fort Collins	Football	0	88.54	1,100 – 1,310	21011	49748	#352 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins, CO The flagship university of Colorado, CSU’s mascot is Cam the Ram. Popular sports on campus include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular major at the school by far. CSU has a 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,011 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,748
353	Columbia University in the City of New York	Football	0	3.99	1,510 – 1,570	22520	88535	#353 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 4.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $22,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
354	Concord University	Football	0	92.56	860 – 1,120	11379	33094	#354 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
355	Concordia College at Moorhead	Football	0	62.65	1,080 – 1,240	25190	48225	#355 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Concordia College at Moorhead Moorhead, MN Concordia College at Moorhead has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 84% first year retention rate. It’s home to a robust music program with several choirs, bands, and orchestras. Students are known as the Cobbers and compete in the NCAA Division III with football Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $25,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,225
356	Concordia University-Chicago	Football	0	92.79	1,000 – 1,200	19073	44405	#356 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Concordia University-Chicago River Forest, IL Found in River Forest, Concordia University-Chicago accepts 93% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students at Concordia University-Chicago currently receive grant aid from the school. At Concordia University-Chicago, there is a 61% first year retention rate and a 33% four......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $19,073 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,405
357	Concordia University-Saint Paul	Football	0	78.87	1,110 – 1,310	18028	50646	#357 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Concordia University-Saint Paul Saint Paul, MN Found in Saint Paul, Concordia University-Saint Paul accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Concordia University-Saint Paul currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,646
358	Cornell University	Football	0	8.76	1,490 – 1,570	26361	87830	#358 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 96% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 8.8% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
359	Crown College	Football	0	22.78	970 – 1,150	27332	39003	#359 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Crown College Saint Bonifacius, MN Located in Saint Bonifacius, Crown College’s acceptance rate is 23%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students attending Crown College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 22.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $27,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,003
360	Culver-Stockton College	Football	0	99.1	970 – 1,080	21996	40673	#360 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Culver-Stockton College Canton, MO Located in Canton, Culver-Stockton College’s acceptance rate is 99% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Culver-Stockton College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,673
361	Curry College	Football	0	87.65	1,050 – 1,230	29917	46746	#361 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Curry College Milton, MA Located in Milton, Curry College accepts 88% of applicants and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,746
362	Dakota State University	Football	0	88.05	1,070 – 1,320	20438	46146	#362 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Dakota State University Madison, SD Based in Madison, Dakota State University accepts 88% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. About 79% of students at Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Dakota State University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 30% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,146
363	Dartmouth College	Football	0	5.4	1,490 – 1,570	20322	82541	#363 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $20,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
364	Davenport University	Football	0	97.84	--	18538	47041	#364 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Davenport University Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Davenport University accepts 98% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Davenport University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and 35% of students will graduate in four......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,538 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,041
365	DePauw University	Football	0	57.19	1,230 – 1,420	31411	58476	#365 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football DePauw University Greencastle, IN DePauw University was founded in 1837 as Indiana Asbury University. Its motto is “Decus lumenque reipublicae collegium,” which is Latin for “The college is the splendor and light of the common good.” Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, and Computer Science are commonly chosen majors. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.2% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $31,411 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,476
366	Delaware State University	Football	0	46.58	820 – 1,040	13953	37503	#366 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Delaware State University Dover, DE Delaware State University charges $35 for undergraduate applications. The most popular area of study at DSU is Social Work. The DSU Hornets compete in NCAA Division I-FCS Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference and wear red and Columbia blue. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 46.6% SAT Score 820 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $13,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,503
367	Delaware Valley University	Football	0	93.21	1,100 – 1,320	28975	41324	#367 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Delaware Valley University Doylestown, PA Based in Doylestown, Delaware Valley University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $28,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,324
368	Denison University	Football	0	17.39	1,350 – 1,480	43721	51352	#368 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Denison University Granville, OH Denison University is extremely selective - about 24% of accepted students enrolling. With an 89% first year retention rate and 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 85% will graduate in six years....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 17.4% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $43,721 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,352
369	Dickinson State University	Football	0	37.02	890 – 1,090	14698	48628	#369 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Dickinson State University Dickinson, ND Found in Dickinson, Dickinson State University accepts 37% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 87% of students attending Dickinson State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Dickinson State University, there is a 67% first year......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 37.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $14,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,628
370	Dordt University	Football	0	68.47	1,080 – 1,340	28486	50551	#370 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,486 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
371	Drake University	Football	0	63.85	1,170 – 1,350	29565	58233	#371 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Drake University Des Moines, IA Located in Des Moines, Drake University accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $29,565 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
372	Duquesne University	Football	0	83.56	1,190 – 1,360	37917	62627	#372 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA Located in Pittsburgh, Duquesne University’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Duquesne University currently receive grant aid from the school. 84% of students continued studying at Duquesne University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $37,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,627
373	East Central University	Football	0	58.15	930 – 1,180	8565	40677	#373 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football East Central University Ada, OK Located in Ada, East Central University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of students attending East Central University will receive grant aid from the school. 61% of students continued their......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $8,565 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,677
374	East Tennessee State University	Football	0	86.19	1,010 – 1,240	16286	38704	#374 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
375	East Texas Baptist University	Football	0	57.76	930 – 1,120	25092	41759	#375 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $25,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
376	Eastern Illinois University	Football	0	65.35	880 – 1,090	13787	42694	#376 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $13,787 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
377	Eastern Kentucky University	Football	0	77.61	1,010 – 1,210	12279	38611	#377 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Eastern Kentucky University Richmond, KY Based in Richmond, Eastern Kentucky University’s acceptance rate is 78% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 83% of students at Eastern Kentucky University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,279 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,611
378	Eastern Michigan University	Football	0	79.64	930 – 1,180	15742	43148	#378 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,742 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
379	Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus	Football	0	91.66	860 – 1,080	6416	33619	#379 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus Portales, NM Based in Portales, Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus accepts 92% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students attending Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. At Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus, there is......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $6,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,619
380	Eastern Oregon University	Football	0	98.31	930 – 1,150	18125	43034	#380 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Eastern Oregon University La Grande, OR Based in La Grande, Eastern Oregon University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 81% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Eastern Oregon University,......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,034
381	Eastern Washington University	Football	0	90.75	890 – 1,100	14767	46469	#381 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Eastern Washington University Cheney, WA Found in Cheney, Eastern Washington University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Eastern Washington University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $14,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,469
382	Edward Waters University	Football	0	84.95	820 – 990	12029	29809	#382 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Edward Waters University Jacksonville, FL Located in Jacksonville, Edward Waters University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 75% of students at Edward Waters University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Edward Waters......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.0% SAT Score 820 – 990 Avg. Net Price $12,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,809
383	Elizabeth City State University	Football	0	64.22	900 – 1,110	6483	33776	#383 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 89% of students receive grant aid – about $10,732 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $6,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
384	Elon University	Football	0	66.35	1,140 – 1,290	44440	58082	#384 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Elon University Elon, NC Found in Elon, Elon University’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires $60 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 77% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $44,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,082
385	Emory & Henry University	Football	0	83.65	1,050 – 1,240	21446	39448	#385 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Emory & Henry University Emory, VA Found in Emory, Emory & Henry University accepts 84% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,448
386	Erskine College	Football	0	62.74	930 – 1,150	23882	39618	#386 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Erskine College Due West, SC Found in Due West, Erskine College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Erskine College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $23,882 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,618
387	Eureka College	Football	0	84.99	880 – 1,160	19128	42968	#387 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Eureka College Eureka, IL Located in Eureka, Eureka College accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 50% and 39% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $19,128 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,968
388	Evangel University	Football	0	71.61	1,080 – 1,280	19261	39332	#388 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Evangel University Springfield, MO Located in Springfield, Evangel University accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Evangel University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,261 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,332
389	Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus	Football	0	95.19	1,040 – 1,320	25585	45916	#389 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus Madison, NJ The Florham campus Fairleigh Dickinson opened in 1958, with other campuses located in New Jersey, Canada, and the United Kingdom. With an 78% first year retention rate, many students major in Pharmacy, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Business Administration and Management, and General. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,585 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,916
390	Faulkner University	Football	0	73.07	970 – 1,080	19920	37313	#390 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Faulkner University Montgomery, AL Found in Montgomery, Faulkner University accepts 73% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 88% of students at Faulkner University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $19,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,313
391	Fayetteville State University	Football	0	82.15	860 – 1,030	7811	37831	#391 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 75% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 860 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $7,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
392	Feather River Community College District	Football	0	0	--	13941	33495	#392 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,495
393	Ferris State University	Football	0	91.39	900 – 1,130	10825	47339	#393 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI Located in Big Rapids, Ferris State University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of students at Ferris State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,339
394	Ferrum College	Football	0	88.98	880 – 1,100	20082	36418	#394 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Ferrum College Ferrum, VA Based in Ferrum, Ferrum College’s acceptance rate is 89% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending Ferrum College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $20,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,418
395	Florida Atlantic University	Football	0	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	10225	45647	#395 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
396	Florida International University	Football	0	54.66	1,080 – 1,270	11178	47768	#396 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Florida International University Miami, FL Located in Miami, Florida International University accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 60% of students at Florida International University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 54.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $11,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,768
397	Florida Memorial University	Football	0	85.26	--	21679	28943	#397 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Florida Memorial University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, Florida Memorial University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications. About 24% of students at Florida Memorial University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Florida Memorial University, there is a 50% first year retention rate and around 17% of......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,943
398	Foothill College	Football	0	0	--	10805	59213	#398 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,805 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
399	Fordham University	Football	0	59.31	1,340 – 1,480	48190	68008	#399 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Fordham University Bronx, NY Fordham University students can attend classes across three campuses - the Lincoln Center, Rose Hill campus, and the professional campus in Westchester. The school attracts students from all over the country and offers distance learning. 83% will graduate in six years. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $48,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,008
400	Fort Valley State University	Football	0	65.87	950 – 1,100	10047	28649	#400 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Fort Valley State University Fort Valley, GA Found in Fort Valley, Fort Valley State University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 24% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,649
401	Franklin Pierce University	Football	0	93.47	1,060 – 1,290	26152	45563	#401 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Franklin Pierce University Rindge, NH Found in Rindge, Franklin Pierce University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Franklin Pierce University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued studying at Franklin Pierce......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $26,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,563
402	Frostburg State University	Football	0	89.18	980 – 1,210	17669	43638	#402 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
403	Furman University	Football	0	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	34086	50796	#403 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $34,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
404	Gardner-Webb University	Football	0	77.21	1,010 – 1,210	20016	43996	#404 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Gardner-Webb University Boiling Springs, NC Located in Boiling Springs, Gardner-Webb University accepts 77% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Gardner-Webb University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Gardner-Webb University, there is a 55% first year retention rate and a 41% four......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,996
405	Geneva College	Football	0	79.05	1,020 – 1,270	23528	46107	#405 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Geneva College Beaver Falls, PA Courses at Geneva College focus on humanities and a Reformed Christian worldview. Its motto is “For Christ and Country.” 97% of attending students receive grant aid, averaging $21,913 each. Athletes, known as the Golden Tornadoes, compete in the Presidents' Athletic Conference. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 79.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $23,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,107
406	Georgetown College	Football	0	91.06	1,030 – 1,210	15160	40393	#406 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Georgetown College Georgetown, KY Georgetown College dates back to 1829. During the last admissions cycle, it accepted 1,230 applicants, 26% of which enrolled. 100% of students receive grant aid, $41,739 each on average. Student athletes could also receive athletic scholarships. 551 Tigers compete in Football, Baseball, and Soccer, among other sports. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,160 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,393
407	Georgia Military College	Football	0	0	--	13321	32351	#407 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Georgia Military College Milledgeville, GA Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,351
408	Georgia Southern University	Football	0	87.89	990 – 1,140	15971	44423	#408 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Georgia Southern University Statesboro, GA Located in Statesboro, Georgia Southern University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 30% of students attending Georgia Southern University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,971 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,423
409	Georgia State University	Football	0	55.44	960 – 1,200	16854	37844	#409 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Georgia State University Atlanta, GA Based in Atlanta, Georgia State University’s acceptance rate is 55%. They request $60 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 28% of students attending Georgia State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 80% and around 34% of......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 55.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,854 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,844
410	Gettysburg College	Football	0	38.9	1,290 – 1,460	32769	57274	#410 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Gettysburg College Gettysburg, PA Located in Gettysburg, Gettysburg College accepts 39% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students attending Gettysburg College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 38.9% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $32,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,274
411	Graceland University-Lamoni	Football	0	80.83	890 – 1,170	19574	40792	#411 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 55%......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
412	Grand View University	Football	0	99.09	930 – 1,110	22319	47582	#412 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 70% and 46% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,319 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
413	Greensboro College	Football	0	70.14	900 – 1,110	18730	36462	#413 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Greensboro College Greensboro, NC Found in Greensboro, Greensboro College accepts 70% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 70.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $18,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,462
414	Grinnell College	Football	0	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	34363	49004	#414 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Political Science and Government, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $34,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
415	Guilford College	Football	0	80	1,000 – 1,200	22270	40401	#415 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- 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
416	Gustavus Adolphus College	Football	0	60.99	1,180 – 1,370	26094	51546	#416 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Gustavus Adolphus College Saint Peter, MN Psychology, General is the most popular major at Gustavus Adolphus College. A fairly selective school, it received 5,290 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 3,230 of them. The college has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 61.0% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $26,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,546
417	Hamilton College	Football	0	13.62	1,460 – 1,550	28719	60082	#417 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Hamilton College Clinton, NY With nearly 60 areas of study, a majority of Hamilton College students opt to major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. Their motto is in Ancient Greek: Γνῶθι Σεαυτόν, which translates to “Know Thyself.” The school has been coeducational since 1978 after merging with its sister school, Kirkland College. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 13.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $28,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,082
418	Hamline University	Football	0	87.63	1,020 – 1,320	22390	47139	#418 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Hamline University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, Hamline University accepts 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hamline University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,139
419	Hampden-Sydney College	Football	0	40.92	1,080 – 1,280	29717	55846	#419 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Hampden-Sydney College Hampden-Sydney, VA Hampden-Sydney College is the oldest privately-charted college in the south. This all-male school focuses heavily on tradition. The campus sprawls over 1,300 acres, with part of it named to the National Register of Historic Places. The most popular major currently at H-SC is Business/Managerial Economics. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 40.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $29,717 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,846
420	Hanover College	Football	0	83.7	1,120 – 1,300	23683	42876	#420 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $23,683 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
421	Harding University	Football	0	70.52	1,050 – 1,330	22806	43555	#421 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Harding University Searcy, AR In the last admissions cycle, Harding University 45% of accepted students decided to attend the following fall. In addition, 98% of students attending Harding receive institutional grant aid to help them afford tuition. Student athletes are known as the Bisons, and they wear black and gold....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $22,806 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,555
422	Hartwick College	Football	0	69.6	1,070 – 1,290	31712	50452	#422 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Hartwick College Oneonta, NY Found in Oneonta, Hartwick College’s acceptance rate is 70% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Hartwick College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued studying at Hartwick College after completing......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $31,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,452
423	Harvard University	Football	0	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17525	99572	#423 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
424	Hastings College	Football	0	71.65	1,240 – 1,370	24406	45590	#424 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Hastings College Hastings, NE Located in Hastings, Hastings College accepts 72% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,590
425	Heidelberg University	Football	0	85.79	1,020 – 1,180	19447	41440	#425 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Found in Tiffin, Heidelberg University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,447 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
426	Henderson State University	Football	0	81.92	900 – 1,080	20444	35194	#426 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR Located in Arkadelphia, Henderson State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending Henderson State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,444 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,194
427	Hendrix College	Football	0	55.65	1,140 – 1,400	24699	39913	#427 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Hendrix College Conway, AR Most students at Hendrix College are undergraduates, but it awards up to Master's degrees. The school gives 100% of students institutional grant aid, with each package averaging $26,884. There are 27 majors and programs available, with many choosing to study Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 55.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,699 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,913
428	Hiram College	Football	0	93.53	890 – 1,170	21868	40270	#428 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Hiram College Hiram, OH Based in Hiram, Hiram College accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Hiram College will receive institutional grant aid. At Hiram College, there is a 72% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,270
429	Hobart William Smith Colleges	Football	0	63.99	1,220 – 1,400	34170	62416	#429 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Hobart William Smith Colleges Geneva, NY Located in Geneva, Hobart William Smith Colleges accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Hobart William Smith Colleges, there is a 86% first year retention......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $34,170 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,416
430	Houston Christian University	Football	0	84.44	990 – 1,190	21282	44595	#430 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Houston Christian University Houston, TX Based in Houston, Houston Christian University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Houston Christian University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 84.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,595
431	Howard University	Football	0	41.34	1,100 – 1,320	33368	47379	#431 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Howard University Washington, DC “Veritas et Utilitas,” or “Excellence in Truth and Service,” is the motto of Howard University. The university boasts an impressive 91% first year retention rate. Offering undergraduate, graduate, professional, and joint degree programs which span over 82 areas of study, the university’s most popular major is Biology/Biological......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $33,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,379
432	Husson University	Football	0	80.95	1,070 – 1,280	21005	41554	#432 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Husson University Bangor, ME Husson University opened as a branch of Shaw Business College in 1898. It was Husson College by 1947, and became a university in 2008. Popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,554
433	Idaho State University	Football	0	0	--	12174	41377	#433 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Idaho State University Pocatello, ID Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,174 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,377
434	Illinois College	Football	0	78.19	920 – 1,200	17375	40110	#434 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Illinois College Jacksonville, IL Founded in 1829, Illinois College is the second oldest college in the state. 100% of enrolled students receive grant aid to help offset the cost of attendance, with each package averaging $31,609....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,110
435	Illinois State University	Football	0	88.15	1,010 – 1,230	21369	50599	#435 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Illinois State University Normal, IL Located in Normal, Illinois State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at Illinois State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Illinois State University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a 51% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,369 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,599
436	Illinois Wesleyan University	Football	0	39.31	1,150 – 1,350	28644	56082	#436 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
437	Indiana State University	Football	0	80.77	910 – 1,130	12066	41047	#437 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- 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
438	Indiana University-Bloomington	Football	0	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	17270	53417	#438 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football 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 Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- 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
439	Ithaca College	Football	0	69.01	1,240 – 1,390	35253	46305	#439 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Ithaca College Ithaca, NY Based in Ithaca, Ithaca College’s acceptance rate is 69%. They request $60 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Ithaca College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $35,253 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,305
440	Jackson State University	Football	0	93.15	850 – 1,050	23450	30530	#440 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Jackson State University Jackson, MS Found in Jackson, Jackson State University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 22% of students at Jackson State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 62% and around 21% of students will graduate within four......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $23,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,530
441	Jacksonville State University	Football	0	77.69	940 – 1,200	14221	40158	#441 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football Jacksonville State University Jacksonville, AL Found in Jacksonville, Jacksonville State University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Jacksonville State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Jacksonville State University, there is a 65% first year......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,158
442	James Madison University	Football	0	71.52	1,180 – 1,340	18856	57438	#442 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA Found in Harrisonburg, James Madison University accepts 72% of applicants and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 27% of students at James Madison University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 92% and 66% of students......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,856 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,438
443	John Carroll University	Football	0	80.9	1,200 – 1,390	30030	53187

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Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football

Football

$1,148,437 15.9%

26.6%

1,260 – 1,500

$17,942

$60,896

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football

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$685,811 0.5%

41.6%

1,210 – 1,400

$21,648

$47,782

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football

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$656,600 12.0%

11.3%

1,460 – 1,560

$29,300

$86,210

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football

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$519,689 10.2%

87.5%

1,110 – 1,320

$18,322

$47,692

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football

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$519,640 25.1%

45.2%

1,360 – 1,480

$14,235

$61,275

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football

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$505,346 5.1%

15.6%

1,370 – 1,530

$17,574

$73,762

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football

Football

$502,726 7.0%

45.9%

1,250 – 1,400

$25,242

$54,629

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football

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$486,658 24.4%

37.7%

1,300 – 1,490

$16,662

$57,565

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football

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$468,777 23.3%

76.6%

1,140 – 1,340

$18,574

$52,216

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football

Football

$458,283 0.7%

60.6%

1,250 – 1,430

$27,889

$55,620

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Football

Football

$428,910 46.4%

88.3%

1,140 – 1,370

$24,605

$46,084

$1,148,437
15.9%

$685,811
0.5%

$656,600
12.0%

$519,689
10.2%

$519,640
25.1%

$505,346
5.1%

$502,726
7.0%

$486,658
24.4%

$468,777
23.3%

$458,283
0.7%

$428,910
46.4%

$424,332
1.7%

$421,227
4.9%

$421,077
7.1%

$391,989
17.9%

$339,166
19.1%

$323,096
37.0%

$302,545
12.2%