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

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Rank	Institution	Sport	Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	University of Georgia	Softball	489053.04	37.7	1,300 – 1,490	16662	57565	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $489,053 699.4% Acceptance Rate 37.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $16,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
2	Binghamton University	Softball	115117.95	38.61	1,350 – 1,490	18877	61621	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $115,118 38.2% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $18,877 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
3	University of Rio Grande	Softball	18149	0	--	24061	34323	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $18,149 16.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
4	University of Nebraska at Omaha	Softball	12491.14	86.98	1,010 – 1,240	13662	45494	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 65% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,491 180.6% Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
5	Midland University	Softball	12190.97	66.12	940 – 1,150	26643	45145	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 66% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12,191 321.8% Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $26,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
6	Ottawa University-Surprise	Softball	9279.08	78.15	880 – 1,110	34037	49139	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9,279 379.4% 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
7	Missouri Valley College	Softball	8593.1	69.18	900 – 1,060	18923	36902	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,593 6,875.5% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
8	Emory University	Softball	7950.78	10.65	1,460 – 1,550	27303	74980	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,951 53.7% Acceptance Rate 10.7% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
9	Friends University	Softball	7636.42	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,636 3.6% Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
10	Thomas University	Softball	7601.49	38.3	1,000 – 1,220	17823	45305	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,601 58.9% 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
11	Dakota Wesleyan University	Softball	7343.04	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,343 1,773.2% 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
12	California State University-Northridge	Softball	7176.75	93.45	900 – 1,110	7536	44372	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 93% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,177 132.3% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $7,536 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
13	Oklahoma Christian University	Softball	7119.68	96.54	1,010 – 1,250	22391	43281	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Oklahoma Christian University Edmond, OK Known as the Bald Eagles, there are 392 athletes at Oklahoma Christian University. You’ll also find a Bald Eagle on their seal and sideline, where Eagle cheers them on. 99% receive grant aid, and OC also provides its full-time students with laptops, iPhones, and iPads. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,120 80.0% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $22,391 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
14	Duke University	Softball	6736.71	5.71	1,500 – 1,560	21981	85792	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Duke University Durham, NC Methodists and Quakers founded Duke University in 1838. The school has produced 50 Rhodes Scholars, three Turing Award winners, and 15 Noble laureates. Known as the Blue Devils, the university’s colors are Duke blue and white....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,737 251.5% Acceptance Rate 5.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $21,981 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,792
15	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	Softball	6618.52	95.97	880 – 1,080	18654	47944	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,619 772.3% 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
16	Georgetown University	Softball	6349.95	12.91	1,400 – 1,550	39083	83222	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Georgetown University Washington, DC A private Jesuit research university, Georgetown University was founded as the Georgetown College in 1789 by Bishop John Carroll. It’s the oldest Catholic institution of higher education in the country and offers over 50 majors. Past graduates include Bill Clinton, Lyndon B....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,350 316.7% Acceptance Rate 12.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $39,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,222
17	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	Softball	6329.52	92.54	970 – 1,180	13134	39485	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,330 581.6% 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
18	Lander University	Softball	6292.22	81.31	940 – 1,170	15520	36851	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 81% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,292 29.0% Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
19	Aquinas College	Softball	5972.26	89.88	920 – 1,150	18018	40161	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Aquinas College Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Aquinas College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,972 1,160.4% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,018 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,161
20	Carolina University	Softball	5826.65	39.54	870 – 1,080	20412	30657	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Carolina University Winston-Salem, NC Located in Winston-Salem, Carolina University accepted 40% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students at Carolina University currently receive grant aid from the school. 56% of students decide to stay at Carolina University after......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,827 1,307.8% Acceptance Rate 39.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,657
21	Gordon College	Softball	5629.63	69.23	1,150 – 1,370	25299	45839	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 32 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Experimental Psychology program. It also has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,630 0.0% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
22	Concordia University-Nebraska	Softball	4926.36	85.72	1,020 – 1,240	24158	44527	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,926 756.5% 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
23	Linfield University	Softball	4878.04	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,878 8.4% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
24	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Softball	4820.21	63.47	1,380 – 1,510	38887	83054	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,820 77.5% Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $38,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
25	The College of Saint Scholastica	Softball	4782.68	92.96	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,783 99.1% 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
26	The University of Texas Permian Basin	Softball	4777	94.89	920 – 1,140	13563	50020	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,777 291.5% Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,563 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
27	Saint Leo University	Softball	4607.55	78.4	1,000 – 1,220	22599	41619	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL Based in Saint Leo, Saint Leo University accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Leo University, there is a 59% first year retention rate and a 38% four year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,608 10.6% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $22,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,619
28	Point University	Softball	4572.4	44.26	920 – 1,200	19545	36410	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,572 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
29	Xavier University of Louisiana	Softball	4482.34	69.04	990 – 1,160	17162	40643	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Xavier University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA Xavier University of Louisiana is the only Catholic HBCU. It opened first as a high school in 1915, becoming a university in 1925. XULA has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students major in Biology/Biological Sciences, General. 307 athletes are known as the Golf Rush and Gold Nuggets....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,482 818.8% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,643
30	Savannah State University	Softball	4481.07	46.14	850 – 1,000	7956	27494	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Savannah State University Savannah, GA Based in Savannah, Savannah State University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 29% of students attending Savannah State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 75% and around 16% of students......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,481 50.2% Acceptance Rate 46.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $7,956 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,494
31	Louisiana State University-Alexandria	Softball	4406.94	92.08	940 – 1,120	8296	37284	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Louisiana State University-Alexandria Alexandria, LA Based in Alexandria, Louisiana State University-Alexandria accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and . About 48% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and its four year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,407 159.7% Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $8,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
32	Ottawa University-Ottawa	Softball	4367.21	82.96	870 – 1,100	28185	49139	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 58% and 22% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,367 90.9% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
33	Morningside University	Softball	4306.24	71.04	710 – 1,110	24437	47687	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,306 62.8% 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
34	Kentucky State University	Softball	4250	96.08	800 – 930	9397	29640	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Kentucky State University Frankfort, KY Based in Frankfort, Kentucky State University accepts 96% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students attending Kentucky State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,250 0.0% Acceptance Rate 96.1% SAT Score 800 – 930 Avg. Net Price $9,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,640
35	Georgia College & State University	Softball	4244.23	78.23	1,090 – 1,240	21632	50644	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Georgia College & State University Milledgeville, GA Found in Milledgeville, Georgia College & State University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 9% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,244 0.5% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,644
36	Blue Mountain Christian University	Softball	4216.67	88.95	1,010 – 1,180	24712	35401	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Blue Mountain Christian University was originally a women's school when it opened in 1873. It only became coeducational in 2005. During the last admissions cycle, 57% of accepted students enrolled....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,217 0.0% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,401
37	Texas Southern University	Softball	4177.36	96.91	820 – 1,010	13584	32986	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Texas Southern University Houston, TX Located in Houston, Texas Southern University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires $42 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 66% and its four......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,177 5.9% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 820 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $13,584 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,986
38	Columbia International University	Softball	4157.35	94.47	950 – 1,210	26056	33929	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Columbia International University Columbia, SC Located in Columbia, Columbia International University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at Columbia International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,157 1,040.7% Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,929
39	Saint Martin's University	Softball	4068.56	89.8	1,000 – 1,190	29116	57998	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Saint Martin's University Lacey, WA Located in Lacey, Saint Martin's University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Saint Martin's University will receive institutional grant aid. 65% of students......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,069 4.3% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $29,116 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,998
40	Auburn University at Montgomery	Softball	3775.16	91.57	980 – 1,190	13945	38216	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Auburn University at Montgomery accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Auburn University at Montgomery currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,775 238.6% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,945 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,216
41	Wingate University	Softball	3698.2	91.13	990 – 1,210	21282	43992	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,698 37.9% 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
42	Pfeiffer University	Softball	3610	96.03	800 – 1,080	19660	44621	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Pfeiffer University Misenheimer, NC Located in Misenheimer, Pfeiffer University’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 72% of students continued their studies at Pfeiffer University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,610 138.5% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 800 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $19,660 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,621
43	Troy University	Softball	3580.86	96.04	970 – 1,210	12842	39392	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Troy University Troy, AL Found in Troy, Troy University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at Troy University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and 24% of students will graduate in......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,581 9.8% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,842 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,392
44	Huntington University	Softball	3565.22	75.64	940 – 1,170	19767	40702	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Huntington University Huntington, IN 96% of students at Huntington University receive grant aid and as a NAIA Division I school, there are also athletic scholarships available. Huntington opened in 1897 as Central College, having been founded by (and still affiliated with) the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,565 31.7% Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
45	University of Bridgeport	Softball	3561.65	83.02	880 – 1,120	28498	38575	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Bridgeport Bridgeport, CT Based in Bridgeport, the University of Bridgeport’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 81% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of Bridgeport, there is a 61% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,562 73.2% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $28,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,575
46	Albany State University	Softball	3352.61	73.02	780 – 930	11484	35579	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Albany State University Albany, GA Found in Albany, Albany State University accepts 73% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 15% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,353 241.8% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $11,484 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,579
47	North Central College	Softball	3335.61	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,336 1.0% 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
48	University of Fort Lauderdale	Softball	3139.55	0	--	19965	58542	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Fort Lauderdale Lauderhill, FL Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,140 107.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
49	University of Redlands	Softball	3117.78	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28482	61686	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 66% go on to graduate within six years. There are 65 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,118 1,135.4% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
50	Missouri Baptist University	Softball	3061.17	68.6	710 – 970	27623	38997	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Missouri Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Missouri Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,061 0.0% Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 710 – 970 Avg. Net Price $27,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
51	Rowan University	Softball	2982.15	77.66	1,120 – 1,320	23761	50705	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,982 30.1% 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
52	Piedmont University	Softball	2880.46	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	22252	43761	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Piedmont University Demorest, GA Found in Demorest, Piedmont University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,880 140.7% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
53	Vermont State University	Softball	2742.65	81.67	860 – 1,060	18442	41340	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,743 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
54	Washington University in St Louis	Softball	2646.09	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22408	78073	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,646 55.2% 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
55	Hampton University	Softball	2635.79	62.25	790 – 1,100	27428	42721	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,636 237.6% 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
56	Hilbert College	Softball	2617.74	97.2	980 – 1,180	22157	45369	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,618 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
57	Pacific Lutheran University	Softball	2608.34	78.02	1,050 – 1,270	22299	52212	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,608 20.7% 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
58	Cleveland State University	Softball	2573.96	91.3	930 – 1,210	16230	44625	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH Found in Cleveland, Cleveland State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 70% of students attending Cleveland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,574 127.3% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,230 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,625
59	Valley City State University	Softball	2561.5	99.07	930 – 1,180	12442	45820	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,562 256.1% 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
60	Sul Ross State University	Softball	2552.86	98.71	910 – 1,130	14454	34340	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,553 262.0% 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
61	Union University	Softball	2514.47	60.41	1,120 – 1,380	28452	45505	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Union University Jackson, TN Union University athletes are known as the Bulldogs. Previously a NCAA Division I school, they’ve won several championships while part of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). Today, athletes compete in the Gulf South Conference....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,514 592.7% Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $28,452 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,505
62	Saint Elizabeth University	Softball	2411.62	71.03	890 – 1,090	23437	49479	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Saint Elizabeth University Morristown, NJ Based in Morristown, Saint Elizabeth University accepts 71% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 89% of students at Saint Elizabeth University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Elizabeth University, there is a 65%......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,412 0.0% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $23,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,479
63	MidAmerica Nazarene University	Softball	2350.82	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,351 27.7% 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
64	Southern Nazarene University	Softball	2323.97	0	--	23295	48255	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,324 264.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
65	Concordia University Ann Arbor	Softball	2273.97	69.25	1,010 – 1,340	31080	49761	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,274 58.6% 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
66	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks	Softball	2212	98.67	1,090 – 1,280	23721	55620	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks Reading, PA Found in Reading, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 77% of students continued studying at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,212 0.0% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,721 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
67	Texas Wesleyan University	Softball	2208.8	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,209 83.4% 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
68	Madison Area Technical College	Softball	2178.25	0	--	13284	40928	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Madison Area Technical College Madison, WI Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,178 6.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,928
69	Tarleton State University	Softball	2162.04	89.55	990 – 1,170	16159	46729	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,162 189.6% 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
70	Wesleyan University	Softball	2102.5	16.49	1,440 – 1,540	23025	60385	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,103 96.4% 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
71	William Woods University	Softball	1979.7	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,980 33.8% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
72	Catawba College	Softball	1975.11	75.21	960 – 1,240	18447	36912	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,975 320.1% 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
73	Walsh University	Softball	1956.64	70.74	1,040 – 1,280	23933	50090	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,957 23.3% 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
74	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University	Softball	1926.57	20.56	1,040 – 1,180	13819	36153	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,927 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
75	University of Charleston	Softball	1909.65	61.52	1,000 – 1,150	20844	42698	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,910 349.9% 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
76	University of Rhode Island	Softball	1888.72	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	24118	57446	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,889 61.9% 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
77	Edgewood College	Softball	1771.05	75.73	1,040 – 1,210	27038	53843	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Edgewood College Madison, WI Located in Madison, Edgewood College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Edgewood College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,771 7.7% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,038 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,843
78	Southern Utah University	Softball	1760.45	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	11840	41147	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,760 24.9% 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
79	Yavapai College	Softball	1738.5	0	--	8929	35028	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Yavapai College Prescott, AZ Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,739 40.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,028
80	Missouri Western State University	Softball	1684.91	0	--	13126	37499	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph, MO Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,685 21.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,499
81	The University of Texas at Tyler	Softball	1672.26	94.02	1,020 – 1,220	14476	49355	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX Based in Tyler, The University of Texas at Tyler accepts 94% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 66% of students attending The University of Texas at Tyler will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,672 0.0% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,355
82	St. John Fisher University	Softball	1647.48	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	30540	61198	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,647 1.4% 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
83	Bridgewater State University	Softball	1632	87.81	1,080 – 1,280	15646	46673	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,632 133.4% 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
84	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	Softball	1626.5	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	22134	43309	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,627 2.6% 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
85	Samford University	Softball	1624.05	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	34926	49466	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,624 179.6% 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
86	Dickinson College	Softball	1568.41	42.09	1,330 – 1,460	38483	57110	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 42% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 96% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,568 863.4% Acceptance Rate 42.1% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $38,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
87	Emmanuel University	Softball	1527.69	74	970 – 1,170	20445	37595	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Emmanuel University Franklin Springs, GA Based in Franklin Springs, Emmanuel University accepts 74% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 63% of students at Emmanuel University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Emmanuel University, there is a 71% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,528 291.0% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,445 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,595
88	Tennessee Wesleyan University	Softball	1491.17	68.85	1,010 – 1,140	15125	45987	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Tennessee Wesleyan University Athens, TN Tennessee Wesleyan University was founded as the Athens Female College in 1857. Although it became coeducational only a few years later, a majority of the student body are still women. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,491 50.6% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,987
89	Molloy University	Softball	1473.65	81.74	1,100 – 1,300	24405	78372	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY Molloy University was founded as the Molloy Catholic College for Women in 1955. The school became fully co-educational in 1982, and would be known as Molloy University in 2022. Cheered on by their mascot, Victor E. Lion, student athletes are known as the Lions....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,474 107.5% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $24,405 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,372
90	Potomac State College of West Virginia University	Softball	1462.14	0	--	9541	45181	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Potomac State College of West Virginia University Keyser, WV Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,462 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,541 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
91	Maryville College	Softball	1448.71	60.92	1,040 – 1,300	21469	39305	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,449 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
92	Pace University	Softball	1427.5	75.92	1,180 – 1,340	34791	52767	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,428 0.0% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $34,791 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,767
93	Eastern University	Softball	1373.21	90.77	1,020 – 1,190	27422	41580	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,373 9.3% 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
94	Howard Payne University	Softball	1363.96	67.37	890 – 1,200	25750	38212	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 67%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,364 1,170.8% Acceptance Rate 67.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,750 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
95	University of Central Oklahoma	Softball	1363.14	78.12	970 – 1,180	18660	43074	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,363 38.5% 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
96	North Carolina A & T State University	Softball	1357.88	49.9	980 – 1,170	10097	36638	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball North Carolina A & T State University Greensboro, NC North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, or A&T for short, is the largest HBCU in the country. The campus is often called “Aggieland.” In 1960, four Aggies helped kick off the Civil Rights movement when they conducted a “sit-in” at a Woolworth’s....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,358 2,983.6% Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $10,097 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,638
97	Minnesota State University Moorhead	Softball	1353.95	58.76	970 – 1,210	18221	45873	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,354 152.0% 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
98	Olympic College	Softball	1339.86	0	--	8157	34510	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Olympic College Bremerton, WA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,340 418.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,510
99	Kentucky Wesleyan College	Softball	1325.58	71.6	890 – 1,140	20999	35895	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,326 79.2% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,895
100	Bethany Lutheran College	Softball	1321.09	38.97	1,080 – 1,240	21127	40652	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Bethany Lutheran College Mankato, MN Bethany Lutheran College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 72% first-year retention rate. 49% of students will graduate within 4 years. The school offers generous aid packages. In fact, 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $19,865 on average. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,321 9,255.2% Acceptance Rate 39.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,652
101	Caldwell University	Softball	1310.94	71.34	1,130 – 1,370	21875	47439	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Caldwell University Caldwell, NJ Based in Caldwell, Caldwell University accepts 71% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,311 16.9% Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,875 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,439
102	Trevecca Nazarene University	Softball	1307.83	69.44	980 – 1,190	18035	46065	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Trevecca Nazarene University Nashville, TN Based in Nashville, Trevecca Nazarene University accepts 69% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,308 45.4% Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $18,035 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,065
103	Cornell College	Softball	1306.04	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,306 6.9% 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
104	Freed-Hardeman University	Softball	1301.64	59.68	1,010 – 1,230	20178	40086	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Freed-Hardeman University Henderson, TN Found in Henderson, Freed-Hardeman University accepts 60% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 86% and 58% of students will earn......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,302 21.1% Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,086
105	Emmanuel College	Softball	1301.39	75.65	1,170 – 1,340	31121	50180	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Emmanuel College Boston, MA Found in Boston, Emmanuel College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students at Emmanuel College currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,301 71.9% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,180
106	Butler University	Softball	1227.86	85.08	1,190 – 1,370	38438	61627	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,228 57.4% 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
107	William Paterson University of New Jersey	Softball	1221.88	90.08	990 – 1,350	13509	44928	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,222 57.9% 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
108	University of New Mexico-Main Campus	Softball	1212.93	95.18	910 – 1,180	6347	37150	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque, NM Based in Albuquerque, the University of New Mexico-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 95% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 76% of students attending the University of New Mexico-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,213 0.0% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,150
109	Bethany College	Softball	1177.42	58.79	930 – 1,190	19035	37124	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,177 269.1% 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
110	Barton College	Softball	1173.82	94.2	950 – 1,150	23962	40785	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,174 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	The Catholic University of America	Softball	1172.5	82.78	1,040 – 1,240	32705	63217	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,173 265.9% 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
112	Dallas Christian College	Softball	1158.23	21.8	810 – 1,070	24001	39868	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Dallas Christian College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Dallas Christian College accepts 22% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Dallas Christian College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,158 0.0% Acceptance Rate 21.8% SAT Score 810 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $24,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,868
113	State University of New York at New Paltz	Softball	1139.27	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	18051	45555	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Located in New Paltz, State University of New York at New Paltz accepts 62% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At State University of New York at New Paltz, there is a 85% first......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,139 84.9% Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
114	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	Softball	1131.31	85.72	930 – 1,180	12709	47909	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,131 149.7% 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
115	Pierce College District	Softball	1130.38	0	--	11340	39406	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Pierce College District Lakewood, WA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,130 1,342.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,406
116	Lycoming College	Softball	1118.76	74.07	1,080 – 1,300	20492	43713	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,119 13.4% 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
117	Goldey-Beacom College	Softball	1108.9	84.51	--	15688	45097	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Goldey-Beacom College Wilmington, DE Many students at Goldey Beacom College are pursuing degrees in Business Administration and Management, General, Finance, General, and Accounting. There are 276 student-athletes, who are known as the Lightning, and they’re cheered on by Strike, their mascot....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,109 1,234.7% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,688 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,097
118	Nicholls State University	Softball	1101	90.8	1,010 – 1,190	12298	38829	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,101 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	Salem University	Softball	1065.41	47.33	900 – 1,130	10231	31612	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Salem University Salem, WV Found in Salem, Salem University’s acceptance rate is 47%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 47% of students at Salem University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 55%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,065 17.7% Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,612
120	Bowdoin College	Softball	1055.13	7.13	1,470 – 1,550	22228	61692	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,055 14.7% 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
121	Russell Sage College	Softball	1039.16	53.26	900 – 1,120	21046	51139	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 62% four......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,039 61.5% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $21,046 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
122	Northwestern College	Softball	1036.19	80.36	1,040 – 1,280	26347	46731	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,036 400.6% 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
123	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania	Softball	1033.34	92.05	1,010 – 1,180	18610	44290	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,033 610.0% 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
124	Virginia Union University	Softball	1027.94	97.99	850 – 890	11483	27977	#124 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,028 0.0% 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
125	Moravian University	Softball	1013.87	54.17	1,080 – 1,290	31743	53471	#125 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,014 5.9% Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $31,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
126	California Baptist University	Softball	994.14	84.88	970 – 1,170	27862	52336	#126 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $994 27.1% Acceptance Rate 84.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $27,862 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
127	Messiah University	Softball	990.95	78.97	1,130 – 1,360	29408	50192	#127 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Messiah University Mechanicsburg, PA Messiah University has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% first year retention rate. Originally known as the Messiah Bible School and Missionary Training House in 1909, the school became a college in 1951 and a university in 2020. Incoming students have to sign a Community Covenant. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $991 1.3% Acceptance Rate 79.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $29,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,192
128	Murray State University	Softball	987.43	85.68	1,000 – 1,230	10182	38473	#128 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $987 314.1% 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
129	Hardin-Simmons University	Softball	983.61	90	1,010 – 1,210	19811	44392	#129 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $984 320.3% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
130	Texas Lutheran University	Softball	978.81	95.71	1,050 – 1,250	25119	48125	#130 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $979 65.2% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $25,119 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
131	GateWay Community College	Softball	976.25	0	--	13821	42262	#131 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball GateWay Community College Phoenix, AZ Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $976 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,262
132	Montclair State University	Softball	961.12	87.89	910 – 1,210	17669	47944	#132 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $961 30.8% 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
133	Anderson University	Softball	941.89	54.71	1,110 – 1,310	24434	42073	#133 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Anderson University Anderson, SC A member of the South Atlantic Conference, Anderson University added a football team, starting in the 2024 season. Other popular sports include Baseball, Lacrosse, and Soccer....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $942 53.8% Acceptance Rate 54.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $24,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,073
134	Converse University	Softball	935.2	67.74	1,010 – 1,250	19061	33110	#134 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Converse University Spartanburg, SC Located in Spartanburg, Converse University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 96% of students at Converse University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $935 704.1% Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,110
135	York College of Pennsylvania	Softball	930.76	73.74	1,030 – 1,280	20096	50940	#135 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball York College of Pennsylvania York, PA Based in York, York College of Pennsylvania accepts 74% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at York College of Pennsylvania will receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued studying at York College of Pennsylvania after completing their first year....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $931 92.4% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,096 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,940
136	Morgan State University	Softball	923.68	82.23	850 – 1,080	15476	40065	#136 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $924 5.2% 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
137	South Mountain Community College	Softball	922.67	0	--	13152	35633	#137 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball South Mountain Community College Phoenix, AZ Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $923 76.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,633
138	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	Softball	920.91	89.38	1,080 – 1,310	16266	54825	#138 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Located in Platteville, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 72% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $921 13.2% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $16,266 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
139	Southeastern University	Softball	917.32	52.98	1,010 – 1,210	32334	36314	#139 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $917 9.0% 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
140	Juniata College	Softball	915.59	78.91	1,130 – 1,330	24580	48571	#140 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $916 591.9% 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
141	Thomas College	Softball	911	96.3	800 – 1,010	19126	40495	#141 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Thomas College Waterville, ME Located in Waterville, Thomas College accepts 96% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Thomas College, there is a 77% first year retention rate and around 43% of students will earn a degree within four years....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $911 131.8% Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 800 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $19,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,495
142	Swarthmore College	Softball	910.24	7.46	1,490 – 1,560	22469	56211	#142 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Swarthmore College Swarthmore, PA Swarthmore College was one of the first coeducational colleges in the country. It is associated with the Tri-College Consortium and the Quaker Consortium, which means students can take classes at the University of Pennsylvania, Bryn Mawr, and Haverford, in addition to Swarthmore....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $910 29.5% Acceptance Rate 7.5% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,211
143	McNeese State University	Softball	902.86	78.27	970 – 1,150	12430	38713	#143 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $903 781.0% 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
144	Saint Ambrose University	Softball	900.96	77.33	980 – 1,190	25345	51616	#144 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $901 35.9% 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
145	SUNY College at Geneseo	Softball	896.13	66.45	1,200 – 1,360	19115	51097	#145 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 95% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $896 56.5% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $19,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
146	East Texas A&M University	Softball	882.52	92.24	930 – 1,160	12327	43157	#146 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $883 16.8% 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
147	University of South Alabama	Softball	876.92	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	16074	41307	#147 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of South Alabama Mobile, AL Located in Mobile, the University of South Alabama’s acceptance rate is 71% and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 93% of students attending the University of South Alabama currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $877 0.0% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,074 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,307
148	Paradise Valley Community College	Softball	874.7	0	--	13296	41597	#148 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Paradise Valley Community College Phoenix, AZ Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $875 33.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,597
149	Whitworth University	Softball	854.57	89.78	1,090 – 1,340	27605	49510	#149 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $855 910.7% 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
150	Simpson College	Softball	849.72	86.22	1,400 – 1,460	23282	49946	#150 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $850 14.2% 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
151	Widener University	Softball	849.2	70.93	1,080 – 1,290	26778	63375	#151 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $849 1,917.1% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $26,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,375
152	Carleton College	Softball	826.58	20.41	1,450 – 1,540	28047	53989	#152 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $827 104.1% 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
153	Clark College	Softball	821.69	0	--	13528	37411	#153 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Clark College Vancouver, WA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $822 25.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,411
154	University of La Verne	Softball	820.42	71.17	990 – 1,230	21530	53806	#154 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $820 236.1% 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
155	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly	Softball	818.5	95.47	1,120 – 1,250	15112	55620	#155 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly Lemont Furnace, PA Located in Lemont Furnace, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Pennsylvania State......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $819 0.0% Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $15,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
156	St Olaf College	Softball	812.91	48.32	1,310 – 1,450	26756	48373	#156 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 47 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $813 56.4% Acceptance Rate 48.3% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $26,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
157	Anderson University	Softball	791.83	79.34	910 – 1,160	25332	44396	#157 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $792 59.5% 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
158	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	Softball	752.14	86.5	970 – 1,210	12500	50140	#158 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $752 48.0% 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
159	University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma	Softball	740.93	65.82	1,080 – 1,250	8070	35520	#159 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma Chickasha, OK Based in Chickasha, the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Science and Arts of......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $741 10.0% Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,070 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,520
160	Franklin College	Softball	736.56	69.8	1,060 – 1,240	24189	45635	#160 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $737 31.0% 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
161	Albion College	Softball	726.65	80.7	950 – 1,180	16719	48203	#161 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $727 80.4% 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
162	Marywood University	Softball	720.52	60.58	1,060 – 1,260	26217	47000	#162 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Marywood University Scranton, PA Marywood University is a private Catholic school located near the Pocono Mountains. Of attending students, 100% will receive grant aid, about $29,574 on average. Popular majors among students include Business Administration and Management, General, Social Work, and Physician Assistant....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $721 836.3% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $26,217 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,000
163	Spring Hill College	Softball	700.72	76.57	930 – 1,340	22858	41358	#163 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Spring Hill College Mobile, AL Found in Mobile, Spring Hill College’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students at Spring Hill College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $701 35.9% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,858 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,358
164	CUNY Queens College	Softball	700.67	64.35	1,010 – 1,290	5728	48548	#164 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Found in Queens, CUNY Queens College accepts 64% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $701 16.6% Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
165	Notre Dame of Maryland University	Softball	698.47	82.16	920 – 1,140	21191	63918	#165 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Notre Dame of Maryland University Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, Notre Dame of Maryland University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending Notre Dame of Maryland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $698 46.6% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,191 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,918
166	Greenville University	Softball	692.59	97.5	820 – 1,260	20799	40307	#166 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Greenville University Greenville, IL Based in Greenville, Greenville University’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $693 304.1% Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 820 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $20,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,307
167	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto	Softball	691.18	98.21	980 – 1,300	19675	55620	#167 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto Mont Alto, PA Located in Mont Alto, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $65 to apply. About 84% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $691 17.0% Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $19,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
168	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	Softball	689.8	93.26	970 – 1,150	9723	37126	#168 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $690 54.0% 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
169	Emporia State University	Softball	684.33	97.71	970 – 1,180	16094	41389	#169 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $684 75.8% 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
170	Colorado Mesa University	Softball	680.05	82.03	940 – 1,170	15590	39223	#170 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $680 3.8% 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
171	Azusa Pacific University	Softball	663.48	88.43	1,080 – 1,300	26143	56794	#171 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $663 170.1% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
172	Gannon University	Softball	661.12	74.16	1,000 – 1,270	23123	55319	#172 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $661 92.1% 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
173	Defiance College	Softball	657.84	47.55	970 – 1,080	26298	39303	#173 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $658 8.0% 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
174	Nazareth University	Softball	650.89	74.72	1,090 – 1,340	30785	47717	#174 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 95% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $651 447.2% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
175	The University of Tampa	Softball	648	40.34	1,100 – 1,270	35679	48397	#175 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball The University of Tampa Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, The University of Tampa’s acceptance rate is 40%. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 89% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 85% and around 57% of students will graduate within four years. The top three majors among......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $648 39.9% Acceptance Rate 40.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $35,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,397
176	George Fox University	Softball	647.29	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	32171	53568	#176 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $647 54.4% 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
177	Saint Edward's University	Softball	643.21	81.42	1,000 – 1,260	28766	47743	#177 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Saint Edward's University Austin, TX Saint Edward’s University is a Roman Catholic school, affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross. It’s somewhat selective and boasts a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 250 Hilltoppers compete in the Lone Star Conference. Some sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $643 89.6% Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,743
178	Berry College	Softball	640.74	64	1,120 – 1,320	25363	45014	#178 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $641 1.2% 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
179	Lincoln University	Softball	616.86	0	--	14002	32185	#179 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Lincoln University Jefferson City, MO Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $617 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,185
180	Stillman College	Softball	616.38	62.25	800 – 930	15152	29790	#180 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Stillman College Tuscaloosa, AL Located in Tuscaloosa, Stillman College’s acceptance rate is 62%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of students attending Stillman College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $616 48.3% Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 800 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,790
181	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	Softball	608.52	96.97	--	30723	37447	#181 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $609 67.6% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
182	East Carolina University	Softball	607.04	89.21	1,080 – 1,240	13755	46420	#182 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $607 29.8% 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
183	Bellevue College	Softball	603.18	0	--	13932	47460	#183 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Bellevue College Bellevue, WA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $603 11.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,932 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,460
184	Wilmington College	Softball	600.59	92.4	890 – 1,150	26548	41889	#184 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $601 44.0% Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $26,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,889
185	Fairmont State University	Softball	592.52	98.62	850 – 1,090	11328	41197	#185 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $593 305.0% 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
186	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred	Softball	591	75.68	1,000 – 1,200	15283	45460	#186 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $591 60.1% 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
187	College of Southern Nevada	Softball	590.65	0	--	7205	31822	#187 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball College of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, NV Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $591 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,822
188	California State University-San Bernardino	Softball	582.2	93.74	900 – 1,080	5231	43149	#188 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 65% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $582 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $5,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
189	Southwestern University	Softball	581.63	43.05	1,160 – 1,320	32228	49249	#189 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $582 37.0% 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
190	Our Lady of the Lake University	Softball	565.21	65.78	880 – 1,100	16999	41195	#190 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake University accepts 66% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 99% of students at Our Lady of the Lake University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $565 42.2% Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $16,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,195
191	LeTourneau University	Softball	562.04	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	29799	51058	#191 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $562 55.6% Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $29,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
192	Spring Arbor University	Softball	561.53	51.52	1,010 – 1,240	21067	45592	#192 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor, MI Found in Spring Arbor, Spring Arbor University’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay $30 to apply. About 98% of students attending Spring Arbor University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $562 10.6% Acceptance Rate 51.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,592
193	William Jessup University	Softball	560.45	93.33	1,050 – 1,230	29679	43163	#193 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $560 1,099.9% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
194	Point Park University	Softball	560.24	96.91	1,030 – 1,250	26502	36906	#194 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Located in Pittsburgh, Point Park University’s acceptance rate is 97%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Point Park University, there is a 74% first year retention rate and a 53% four year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $560 6.7% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $26,502 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,906
195	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	Softball	558.25	75.5	1,110 – 1,280	14712	49626	#195 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $558 1,664.4% 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
196	King University	Softball	544.17	99.72	980 – 1,180	22748	52248	#196 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball King University Bristol, TN Based in Bristol, King University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students at King University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $544 139.2% Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,248
197	Mitchell College	Softball	534.62	94.66	700 – 930	31536	35330	#197 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Mitchell College New London, CT Based in New London, Mitchell College’s acceptance rate is 95%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $535 0.0% Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 700 – 930 Avg. Net Price $31,536 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,330
198	Alvernia University	Softball	533.35	58.06	1,100 – 1,290	28645	49938	#198 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $533 90.2% 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
199	Montreat College	Softball	527.71	69.2	1,060 – 1,270	28112	39763	#199 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Montreat College Montreat, NC Located in Montreat, Montreat College accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 89% of students attending Montreat College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $528 0.0% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $28,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,763
200	St. Thomas University	Softball	525.68	97.91	870 – 1,070	27844	44435	#200 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $526 51.9% 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
201	The University of Olivet	Softball	521.23	83.25	920 – 1,130	19362	42637	#201 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $521 4,079.9% 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
202	Mississippi University for Women	Softball	520.53	90.31	930 – 1,180	12487	47458	#202 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Mississippi University for Women Columbus, MS Based in Columbus, Mississippi University for Women’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 82% of students at Mississippi University for Women will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $521 0.0% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,487 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,458
203	Marietta College	Softball	517.95	79.31	960 – 1,190	22007	51252	#203 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $518 55.1% 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
204	Northern State University	Softball	514.41	93	970 – 1,180	15990	41536	#204 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Northern State University Aberdeen, SD Located in Aberdeen, Northern State University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 90% of students at Northern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $514 141.3% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,536
205	SUNY Polytechnic Institute	Softball	513.4	81.35	1,040 – 1,370	14782	58662	#205 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball SUNY Polytechnic Institute Utica, NY Found in Utica, SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending SUNY Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $513 142.5% Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $14,782 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,662
206	The College of Wooster	Softball	497.5	59.53	1,250 – 1,460	28004	43895	#206 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $498 0.0% 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
207	Franciscan University of Steubenville	Softball	493.43	58.36	1,110 – 1,350	23086	42037	#207 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Franciscan University of Steubenville Steubenville, OH “Fortitude and Prudence” is the motto of the Franciscan University of Steubenville. Located along the Ohio River, the school has a first year retention rate of 87% and a student-to-faculty ratio of 17 to 1. The Barons participate in the NCAA Division III without football Presidents' Athletic Conference. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $493 47.9% Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $23,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,037
208	Stevenson University	Softball	492.78	78.91	1,010 – 1,190	27162	54574	#208 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $493 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
209	University of Providence	Softball	490.29	50.28	850 – 1,140	16598	37734	#209 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Providence Great Falls, MT Located in Great Falls, the University of Providence accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Providence, there is a 72% first year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $490 54.3% Acceptance Rate 50.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,734
210	Ramapo College of New Jersey	Softball	487.35	70.64	1,130 – 1,310	17566	53872	#210 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah, NJ Based in Mahwah, Ramapo College of New Jersey’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Ramapo College of New Jersey, there is a 84% first year retention rate and 58% of students......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $487 3,032.1% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,872
211	University of the Southwest	Softball	486.91	45.39	830 – 1,050	17243	36600	#211 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of the Southwest Hobbs, NM Based in Hobbs, the University of the Southwest accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of students at the University of the Southwest currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $487 18.8% Acceptance Rate 45.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $17,243 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,600
212	Saint Louis Community College	Softball	480.05	0	--	9181	30242	#212 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Saint Louis Community College Bridgeton, MO Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $480 69.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,181 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,242
213	Upper Iowa University	Softball	477.27	96.46	930 – 1,140	20426	48776	#213 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 96% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 86% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $477 216.7% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
214	Macalester College	Softball	470	28.52	1,360 – 1,510	40225	46244	#214 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Macalester College Saint Paul, MN Macalester College is a private liberal arts college that sits near the Mississippi River in the heart of the Twin Cities. Students can earn up to a bachelor’s degree and a commonly selected major is Research and Experimental Psychology, Other....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $470 144.8% Acceptance Rate 28.5% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $40,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,244
215	McDaniel College	Softball	467.96	77.93	1,060 – 1,250	24497	47879	#215 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $468 81.8% 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
216	Florida SouthWestern State College	Softball	462.37	0	--	8356	37028	#216 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Florida SouthWestern State College Fort Myers, FL Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $462 33.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,356 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,028
217	Ohio Dominican University	Softball	449.42	94.23	1,040 – 1,310	21032	43933	#217 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Ohio Dominican University Columbus, OH Based in Columbus, Ohio Dominican University accepts 94% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Ohio Dominican University will receive grant aid from the school. 64% of students continued their studies at Ohio Dominican University after completing their......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $449 237.3% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,032 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,933
218	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College	Softball	445.07	72.39	880 – 1,070	20451	41863	#218 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $445 0.0% 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
219	Bethany College	Softball	441.93	56	860 – 1,090	28192	40805	#219 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $442 242.4% 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
220	Elmhurst University	Softball	439.1	73.64	1,020 – 1,280	24629	52803	#220 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $439 1,097,850.0% 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
221	State University of New York at Oswego	Softball	437.27	80.55	1,080 – 1,280	15853	46358	#221 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 85% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 70% and......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $437 93.2% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,853 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
222	Union Commonwealth University	Softball	433.19	63.15	850 – 1,110	17124	36529	#222 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $433 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
223	Campbellsville University	Softball	429.03	79.74	970 – 1,180	19662	34639	#223 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $429 167.9% 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
224	Manhattanville University	Softball	425.77	87.34	1,060 – 1,260	21690	45056	#224 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $27,521 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $426 1,376.3% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $21,690 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
225	Eastern Florida State College	Softball	416.67	0	--	6738	32437	#225 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Eastern Florida State College Melbourne, FL Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $417 10.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,437
226	Newberry College	Softball	412.84	89.79	890 – 1,130	21943	38983	#226 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $413 152.5% 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
227	Edmonds College	Softball	411	0	--	13804	41063	#227 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Edmonds College Lynnwood, WA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $411 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,804 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,063
228	Franklin and Marshall College	Softball	403.39	28.19	1,330 – 1,470	43987	62544	#228 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Franklin and Marshall College accepts 28% of applicants. They request $62 for undergraduate applications and . About 80% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $403 432.3% Acceptance Rate 28.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $43,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,544
229	Brenau University	Softball	399.09	87.78	940 – 1,180	19743	41664	#229 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Brenau University Gainesville, GA Based in Gainesville, Brenau University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of students attending Brenau University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $399 16.4% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,664
230	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth	Softball	393.71	90.64	1,070 – 1,280	21094	51475	#230 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $394 71.8% 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
231	Fitchburg State University	Softball	384.89	86.93	1,060 – 1,230	15340	41999	#231 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $385 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
232	California State University-East Bay	Softball	372.19	97.39	830 – 1,050	9850	55546	#232 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball California State University-East Bay Hayward, CA Found in Hayward, California State University-East Bay accepts 97% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $372 120.7% Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $9,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
233	SUNY Old Westbury	Softball	371.76	83.63	1,010 – 1,210	10944	43671	#233 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball SUNY Old Westbury Old Westbury, NY Based in Old Westbury, SUNY Old Westbury’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $372 6.2% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,944 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,671
234	Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus	Softball	357.73	90.77	980 – 1,190	17626	42278	#234 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $358 137.0% 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
235	Dean College	Softball	344.71	73.71	920 – 1,110	32085	30046	#235 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $345 19.8% 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
236	Otterbein University	Softball	342	84.53	1,110 – 1,310	20457	44539	#236 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $342 187.6% 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
237	Weatherford College	Softball	341.17	0	--	9086	36014	#237 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Weatherford College Weatherford, TX Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $341 31.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,014
238	Bethel College-North Newton	Softball	338.31	93.5	980 – 1,160	30406	40808	#238 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $338 257.5% 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
239	Winston-Salem State University	Softball	325.65	78.26	850 – 1,040	12989	40557	#239 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $326 68.2% 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
240	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington	Softball	312.5	95.29	1,110 – 1,270	19504	55620	#240 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington New Kensington, PA Located in New Kensington, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington’s acceptance rate is 95%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and . About 90% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $313 0.0% Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $19,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
241	SUNY College of Technology at Canton	Softball	311.54	92.15	1,000 – 1,160	14754	42079	#241 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, NY Based in Canton, SUNY College of Technology at Canton accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 83% of students attending SUNY College of Technology at Canton currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $312 83.3% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,754 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,079
242	University of Mary Washington	Softball	304.73	79.78	1,190 – 1,380	21800	49411	#242 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg, VA Located in Fredericksburg, the University of Mary Washington accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . About 94% of students attending the University of Mary Washington will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $305 46.5% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $21,800 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,411
243	Nichols College	Softball	297.79	80.84	1,030 – 1,240	32337	47830	#243 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $298 44.9% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $32,337 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,830
244	Lebanon Valley College	Softball	296.73	83.77	1,140 – 1,310	27995	54021	#244 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Lebanon Valley College Annville, PA 100% of students attending Lebanon Valley College receive institutional grants averaging $34,994, and 83% will stay on after they complete their first year. Many opt to study Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Business Administration and Management, General, and Physical Therapy/Therapist....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $297 19.2% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,021
245	Covenant College	Softball	296.09	86.51	1,150 – 1,380	27926	39570	#245 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Covenant College Lookout Mountain, GA Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church in America, Covenant College’s motto is “In All Things Christ Preeminent.” Courses are taught from a Reformed Christian perspective, and students can earn up to a Master's degree. It has a first year retention rate of 88% – 73% graduate in six years. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $296 32.7% Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,570
246	Ripon College	Softball	294.14	79.84	1,040 – 1,280	23772	42334	#246 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $294 20.4% 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
247	Marymount University	Softball	291.84	93.16	990 – 1,200	31989	57801	#247 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Marymount University Arlington, VA Located in Arlington, Marymount University accepts 93% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Marymount University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Marymount University, there is a 73% first year retention rate and around 47% of students will earn......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $292 15.7% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $31,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,801
248	Occidental College	Softball	290.44	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	48400	52209	#248 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $290 40.6% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $48,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
249	Biola University	Softball	287.82	74.35	1,170 – 1,370	34082	45752	#249 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $288 81.2% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
250	Worcester Polytechnic Institute	Softball	280.16	60.16	1,200 – 1,390	47372	85038	#250 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $280 56.3% 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
251	Alice Lloyd College	Softball	278.53	75.23	890 – 1,110	18600	35174	#251 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Alice Lloyd College Pippa Passes, KY Based in Pippa Passes, Alice Lloyd College’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $279 1,102.6% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $18,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,174
252	Brescia University	Softball	275.89	35.24	970 – 1,210	15634	39897	#252 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Brescia University Owensboro, KY Brescia University opened in 1925 as the Mount Saint Joseph Junior College for Women. It got its current moniker in 1998 when they added master’s degree programs on Management and Curriculum and Instruction....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $276 12.5% Acceptance Rate 35.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,897
253	Bluffton University	Softball	271.52	67.23	890 – 1,120	20429	41940	#253 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $272 62.0% 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
254	Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania	Softball	265.09	71.47	980 – 1,200	18252	45398	#254 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock, PA Found in Slippery Rock, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $265 127.5% Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $18,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,398
255	Central Baptist College	Softball	261	63.46	930 – 1,140	17469	37681	#255 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Central Baptist College Conway, AR Located in Conway, Central Baptist 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 Central Baptist College will receive institutional grant aid. At Central Baptist College, there is a 63% first......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $261 45.8% Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $17,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,681
256	Lower Columbia College	Softball	259	0	--	9950	58542	#256 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Lower Columbia College Longview, WA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $259 393.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,950 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
257	Moorpark College	Softball	253.2	0	--	2727	37374	#257 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Moorpark College Moorpark, CA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $253 63.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,374
258	Belhaven University	Softball	251.4	49.75	1,010 – 1,200	16299	38987	#258 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $251 80.1% 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
259	Bates College	Softball	251.25	13.32	1,420 – 1,530	24723	59202	#259 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $251 114.4% 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
260	Shawnee State University	Softball	245.24	68.91	980 – 1,190	13996	35080	#260 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Found in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 63% of students attending Shawnee State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $245 55.5% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,080
261	William Carey University	Softball	236.89	60.29	1,020 – 1,220	15469	37639	#261 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball William Carey University Hattiesburg, MS Based in Hattiesburg, William Carey University accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 96% of students at William Carey University currently receive grant aid from the school. 78% of students continued studying at William Carey University after completing their first......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $237 53.6% Acceptance Rate 60.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,639
262	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton	Softball	234.25	96.41	1,090 – 1,290	17512	55620	#262 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton Hazleton, PA Based in Hazleton, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton’s acceptance rate is 96%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate is 10%. Physical Therapy......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $234 0.0% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
263	Webber International University	Softball	232.65	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#263 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $233 135.0% 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
264	Massachusetts Maritime Academy	Softball	230.39	94.7	1,040 – 1,200	13546	80424	#264 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $230 2.3% 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
265	Randolph College	Softball	228.35	93.71	1,050 – 1,230	21668	39122	#265 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Randolph College Lynchburg, VA Randolph College was an all women’s school for over 100 years, only becoming coeducational in 2007. It has an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 100% receive institutional grants, with each package averaging $16,567. Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General is the most popular major. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $228 75.4% Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,122
266	New York University	Softball	227.27	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30325	64543	#266 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $227 121.4% Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,325 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
267	Bryant & Stratton College-Virginia Beach	Softball	225.25	0	--	11823	27873	#267 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Bryant & Stratton College-Virginia Beach Virginia Beach, VA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $225 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,823 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
268	Roger Williams University	Softball	220.59	87.71	1,150 – 1,320	38779	53845	#268 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 100% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $221 119.0% Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $38,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
269	Thomas Jefferson University	Softball	216.76	80.97	1,170 – 1,340	29325	64335	#269 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, PA In 2017, Thomas Jefferson University merged with nearby Philadelphia University. Today, the school has more than 160 undergraduate and graduate programs available to its students, who are known as the Rams....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $217 42.4% Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $29,325 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,335
270	Muhlenberg College	Softball	212.38	71.99	1,280 – 1,430	34739	53265	#270 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Muhlenberg College Allentown, PA In addition to an 82-acre campus, Muhlenberg College also maintains nearby 60-acre Graver Arboretum and 40-acre Raker Wildlife Preserve. Most of their programs focus on liberal arts and pre-professional education – English Language and Literature, General is a popular area of study....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $212 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $34,739 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,265
271	Angelo State University	Softball	211.43	83.01	940 – 1,170	14048	41050	#271 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $211 203.8% 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
272	Concordia University-Wisconsin	Softball	210.03	78.2	1,110 – 1,310	31916	49761	#272 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $210 26.7% 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
273	University of Valley Forge	Softball	204.13	61.2	840 – 1,100	27083	35671	#273 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Valley Forge Phoenixville, PA Based in Phoenixville, the University of Valley Forge’s acceptance rate is 61% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of students attending the University of Valley Forge currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $204 65.0% Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 840 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $27,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,671
274	Taylor University	Softball	203.71	73.53	1,110 – 1,360	26178	45142	#274 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $204 90.7% 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
275	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	Softball	203.53	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	116360	#275 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Saint Louis, MO A majority of students attending the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis are graduates, only 340 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 69% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $204 36.0% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $33,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
276	Post University	Softball	200	96.54	800 – 1,030	21229	31401	#276 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $200 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
277	University of New Haven	Softball	199	60.38	1,060 – 1,270	34557	49829	#277 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $199 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
278	Valparaiso University	Softball	198.87	89.43	1,080 – 1,300	21766	55216	#278 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Valparaiso University Valparaiso, IN Based in Valparaiso, Valparaiso University accepts 89% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Valparaiso University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Valparaiso University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and 62% of students will graduate......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $199 773.5% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $21,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,216
279	Judson University	Softball	196.62	47.59	870 – 1,160	18673	45374	#279 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $197 81.5% Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 870 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $18,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
280	Mount Saint Mary College	Softball	194.96	88.88	1,010 – 1,310	26896	59588	#280 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Located in Newburgh, Mount Saint Mary College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $195 75.7% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $26,896 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,588
281	Calvin University	Softball	194.5	70.91	1,110 – 1,340	25231	48039	#281 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Calvin University Grand Rapids, MI Found in Grand Rapids, Calvin University accepts 71% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $195 70.9% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $25,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,039
282	Lincoln Memorial University	Softball	192.06	62.59	980 – 1,190	21447	45242	#282 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Lincoln Memorial University Harrogate, TN Based in Harrogate, Lincoln Memorial University’s acceptance rate is 63% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 72% of students continued studying at Lincoln Memorial University......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $192 0.0% Acceptance Rate 62.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,447 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
283	Wisconsin Lutheran College	Softball	191.72	78.16	1,130 – 1,340	24095	49095	#283 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $192 60.9% 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
284	Missouri Southern State University	Softball	180.74	97.03	950 – 1,200	11626	37866	#284 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $181 186.3% 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
285	Briar Cliff University	Softball	178.24	58.34	970 – 1,130	23263	48338	#285 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $178 25.2% 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
286	University of Mount Saint Vincent	Softball	175.39	85.11	1,020 – 1,180	22808	53755	#286 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Mount Saint Vincent Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, the University of Mount Saint Vincent accepts 85% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 79% of students attending the University of Mount Saint Vincent will receive grant aid from the school. 73% of students continued their studies at the University of Mount Saint......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $175 81.8% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,755
287	Gallaudet University	Softball	166.67	58.06	790 – 1,000	15944	36578	#287 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $167 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
288	Mt Hood Community College	Softball	165.38	0	--	8900	36246	#288 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Mt Hood Community College Gresham, OR Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $165 58.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,246
289	Maryville University of Saint Louis	Softball	160.71	95.08	1,010 – 1,240	22983	55047	#289 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Maryville University of Saint Louis Saint Louis, MO Maryville University of Saint Louis is made up of six colleges and schools, including the School of Adult and Online Education focused on providing online, weekend, and evening courses....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $161 90.4% Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,983 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,047
290	University of Houston-Victoria	Softball	157.65	95.9	1,000 – 1,190	6754	44888	#290 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Houston-Victoria Victoria, TX Based in Victoria, the University of Houston-Victoria accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 72% of students at the University of Houston-Victoria currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $158 70.5% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $6,754 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,888
291	Centralia College	Softball	150.83	0	--	14216	35989	#291 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Centralia College Centralia, WA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $151 55.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,989
292	Taft College	Softball	149.88	0	--	5025	33687	#292 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Taft College Taft, CA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $150 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,687
293	Baker University	Softball	149.4	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#293 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $149 151.6% 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
294	San Diego Mesa College	Softball	143.1	0	--	10316	59213	#294 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $143 131.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
295	Bentley University	Softball	133.33	45.05	1,290 – 1,430	45802	86679	#295 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $133 1.8% 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
296	Carroll University	Softball	122	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	27031	54456	#296 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $122 78.6% 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
297	Washington & Jefferson College	Softball	120.4	80.64	1,010 – 1,270	22702	52082	#297 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $120 148.3% 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
298	Keene State College	Softball	117.83	90.33	990 – 1,180	19997	46649	#298 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Keene State College Keene, NH Based in Keene, Keene State College accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Keene State College will receive grant aid from the school. At Keene State College, there is......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $118 0.0% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,649
299	Mount Mercy University	Softball	114.58	82.52	1,010 – 1,210	24347	52871	#299 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 73% first year retention......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $115 0.0% Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
300	Lackawanna College	Softball	113.94	0	--	19682	35500	#300 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Lackawanna College Scranton, PA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $114 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,682 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,500
301	Mission University	Softball	110.32	0	--	23118	30600	#301 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Mission University Springfield, MO Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $110 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,600
302	University of St Francis	Softball	109.05	65.29	1,040 – 1,250	14045	56648	#302 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $109 0.0% 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
303	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny	Softball	100.54	96.47	1,080 – 1,280	15574	55620	#303 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny McKeesport, PA Found in McKeesport, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny accepts 96% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $6,366 each. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $101 0.0% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
304	Black Hills State University	Softball	97.87	96.33	970 – 1,180	15576	38927	#304 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Black Hills State University Spearfish, SD Based in Spearfish, Black Hills State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 55% of students at Black Hills State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $98 105.0% Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,927
305	Georgian Court University	Softball	96.84	78.84	1,050 – 1,260	20457	44627	#305 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Georgian Court University Lakewood, NJ Based in Lakewood, Georgian Court University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $97 243.9% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $20,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,627
306	Maranatha Baptist University	Softball	94.77	71.9	1,020 – 1,300	28415	40403	#306 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Maranatha Baptist University Watertown, WI Found in Watertown, Maranatha Baptist University accepts 72% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 90% of students at Maranatha Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $95 53.6% Acceptance Rate 71.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,415 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,403
307	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	Softball	90.5	82.34	1,110 – 1,280	15151	50011	#307 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $91 106.8% 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
308	Farmingdale State College	Softball	88.94	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	9655	55901	#308 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $89 29.1% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $9,655 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
309	Lindsey Wilson College	Softball	86.24	0	--	16374	34861	#309 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Lindsey Wilson College Columbia, KY Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $86 66.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,374 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,861
310	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	Softball	80.3	56.87	940 – 1,140	22929	43860	#310 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $80 76.9% 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
311	Rutgers University-Newark	Softball	72.7	71.36	1,040 – 1,280	18276	61263	#311 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Rutgers University-Newark Newark, NJ Located in Newark, Rutgers University-Newark accepts 71% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 47% of students attending Rutgers University-Newark will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $73 39.9% Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
312	Schoolcraft Community College District	Softball	68.17	0	--	5782	34749	#312 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Schoolcraft Community College District Livonia, MI Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $68 80.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,782 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,749
313	Cameron University	Softball	65.77	0	--	11320	33447	#313 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Cameron University Lawton, OK Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $66 663.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,447
314	University of Southern Maine	Softball	63.73	79.23	1,030 – 1,260	14028	47107	#314 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Southern Maine Portland, ME Found in Portland, the University of Southern Maine’s acceptance rate is 79%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 89% of students at the University of Southern Maine will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $64 91.6% Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $14,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,107
315	Lubbock Christian University	Softball	62.31	73.1	980 – 1,230	24544	46464	#315 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Lubbock Christian University Lubbock, TX Based in Lubbock, Lubbock Christian University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $62 98.5% Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $24,544 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,464
316	Siena Heights University	Softball	58.34	68.9	850 – 1,110	17520	49913	#316 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $58 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
317	Western New England University	Softball	57.64	83.48	1,090 – 1,310	27056	51771	#317 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Western New England University Springfield, MA Based in Springfield, Western New England University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 97% of students attending Western New England University will receive institutional grant aid. They receive $30,597 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $58 84.3% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,771
318	Rochester Christian University	Softball	54.53	97.65	860 – 1,080	21611	40813	#318 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Rochester Christian University Rochester Hills, MI Located in Rochester Hills, Rochester Christian University accepts 98% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Rochester Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $55 0.0% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,611 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,813
319	SUNY Morrisville	Softball	53.82	91.54	990 – 1,230	15960	39759	#319 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $54 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
320	Waldorf University	Softball	53.64	76.98	930 – 1,090	19766	50515	#320 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $54 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
321	Western New Mexico University	Softball	51.38	0	--	9477	31166	#321 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Western New Mexico University Silver City, NM Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $51 31.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,166
322	Bethel University	Softball	43.76	60.23	850 – 1,090	13112	38990	#322 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $44 99.2% 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
323	Lourdes University	Softball	43.6	74.13	930 – 1,140	21473	40158	#323 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Lourdes University Sylvania, OH Found in Sylvania, Lourdes University accepts 74% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $44 91.5% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,158
324	Viterbo University	Softball	40.61	72.43	1,110 – 1,240	21933	56804	#324 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Viterbo University La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, Viterbo University accepted 72% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Viterbo University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $41 94.0% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,933 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,804
325	University of Dubuque	Softball	36.29	88.63	980 – 1,200	26067	44960	#325 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $36 117.7% 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
326	Yale University	Softball	35.87	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	22408	81765	#326 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $36 100.9% 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
327	University of Mobile	Softball	31.84	77.89	1,110 – 1,310	22382	37411	#327 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Mobile Mobile, AL Based in Mobile, the University of Mobile accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 65% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $32 288.3% Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,382 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,411
328	Southwestern College	Softball	31.54	75.55	930 – 1,120	29488	48034	#328 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $32 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
329	DeSales University	Softball	25	77.09	1,100 – 1,270	31732	52721	#329 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball DeSales University Center Valley, PA A Catholic liberal arts school, DeSales University offers 57 degree programs—Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse being the most sought after. The school has a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 83% first year retention rate, and 61% 4-year graduation rate. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $25 189.0% Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,732 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,721
330	Case Western Reserve University	Softball	18.74	36.54	1,430 – 1,530	44000	75613	#330 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $19 94.3% 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
331	Ouachita Baptist University	Softball	17.41	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	24532	41697	#331 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $17 93.5% 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
332	Grand Valley State University	Softball	17.33	83.02	960 – 1,210	17198	47840	#332 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $17 34,560.0% 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
333	Texas A&M University-San Antonio	Softball	16.92	92.8	850 – 1,080	11568	43479	#333 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Texas A&M University-San Antonio San Antonio, TX Based in San Antonio, Texas A&M University-San Antonio accepts 93% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 41% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Texas A&M University-San Antonio, there is a 66% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $17 92.8% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $11,568 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,479
334	La Roche University	Softball	14.71	75.76	930 – 1,190	24108	45308	#334 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball La Roche University Pittsburgh, PA Found in Pittsburgh, La Roche University accepts 76% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 79% of students at La Roche University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $15 10,607.1% Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,108 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,308
335	Central Christian College of Kansas	Softball	12	52.71	920 – 1,120	12143	37685	#335 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Central Christian College of Kansas McPherson, KS Based in McPherson, Central Christian College of Kansas accepts 53% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Central Christian College of Kansas will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12 0.0% Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,685
336	William Penn University	Softball	9.41	51.88	890 – 1,110	22740	40189	#336 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9 0.0% 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
337	Capital University	Softball	7.04	70.22	960 – 1,210	22395	45767	#337 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7 99.3% 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
338	University of Minnesota-Crookston	Softball	4.26	87.86	1,010 – 1,180	13490	51905	#338 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston, MN Based in Crookston, the University of Minnesota-Crookston’s acceptance rate is 88%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 92% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4 96.6% Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,905
339	Tabor College	Softball	3.06	64.58	960 – 1,140	20681	42896	#339 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3 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
340	Indiana University-South Bend	Softball	2.86	83.84	960 – 1,190	9003	41388	#340 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Indiana University-South Bend South Bend, IN Found in South Bend, Indiana University-South Bend’s acceptance rate is 84% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 46% of students attending Indiana University-South Bend currently receive grant aid from the school. At Indiana University-South Bend, there is a 65% first......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3 100.9% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $9,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,388
341	Manchester University	Softball	0.71	71.06	900 – 1,190	19425	43024	#341 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1 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
342	Texas A&M University-Kingsville	Softball	0.21	90.92	990 – 1,110	12812	44882	#342 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 100.0% 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
343	Jackson College	Softball	0.09	0	--	8271	59423	#343 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Jackson College Jackson, MI Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,271 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
344	Fort Lewis College	Softball	0.05	77.3	990 – 1,230	17114	36352	#344 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Fort Lewis College Durango, CO Found in Durango, Fort Lewis College accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 61% of students attending Fort Lewis College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,114 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,352
345	University of South Carolina Aiken	Softball	0.05	78.54	1,000 – 1,230	12236	39689	#345 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of South Carolina Aiken Aiken, SC Found in Aiken, the University of South Carolina Aiken accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 24% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 100.1% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,236 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,689
346	Millersville University of Pennsylvania	Softball	0.04	86.19	1,020 – 1,210	20551	44813	#346 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Millersville University of Pennsylvania Millersville, PA Located in Millersville, Millersville University of Pennsylvania accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students at Millersville University of Pennsylvania currently receive grant aid from the school. 77% of students......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 0.0% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,813
347	University of the Ozarks	Softball	0.04	59.51	1,040 – 1,200	20088	37651	#347 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball University of the Ozarks Clarksville, AR Based in Clarksville, the University of the Ozarks accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending the University of the Ozarks will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 0.0% Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,651
348	Southeast Missouri State University	Softball	0.03	73.52	850 – 1,040	16185	38150	#348 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 0.0% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $16,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
349	Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College	Softball	0	75.72	890 – 1,090	7308	35495	#349 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Tifton, GA Based in Tifton, Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College’s acceptance rate is 76% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 43% of students attending Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $7,308 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,495
350	Academy of Art University	Softball	0	0	--	36761	30452	#350 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
351	Adams State University	Softball	0	99.18	890 – 1,170	13340	38338	#351 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
352	Adelphi University	Softball	0	65.91	1,130 – 1,350	31303	63688	#352 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $31,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
353	Adrian College	Softball	0	72.53	920 – 1,170	25922	42805	#353 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
354	Alabama State University	Softball	0	97.55	850 – 1,040	13138	27453	#354 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
355	Albertus Magnus College	Softball	0	59.31	850 – 1,100	30732	47153	#355 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Albertus Magnus College New Haven, CT Found in New Haven, Albertus Magnus College’s acceptance rate is 59%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 96% of students attending Albertus Magnus College currently receive institutional grant aid. At Albertus Magnus College, there is a 67% first year retention rate and......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $30,732 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,153
356	Albright College	Softball	0	76.33	950 – 1,150	20587	45391	#356 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
357	Alcorn State University	Softball	0	45.33	840 – 1,010	12376	27752	#357 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
358	Alfred University	Softball	0	73.84	1,150 – 1,330	26470	41703	#358 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
359	Allegheny College	Softball	0	54.57	1,190 – 1,370	26420	45603	#359 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
360	Allen University	Softball	0	72.54	--	11182	23889	#360 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
361	Alma College	Softball	0	57.03	1,040 – 1,230	22094	45720	#361 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
362	Alpena Community College	Softball	0	0	--	3946	35275	#362 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Alpena Community College Alpena, MI Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,275
363	Alverno College	Softball	0	85.74	890 – 1,110	24425	51755	#363 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Alverno College Milwaukee, WI Based in Milwaukee, Alverno College accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending Alverno College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,755
364	Alvin Community College	Softball	0	0	--	9268	38693	#364 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Alvin Community College Alvin, TX Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,693
365	American International College	Softball	0	99.57	940 – 1,110	23086	41451	#365 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
366	Amherst College	Softball	0	9.01	1,480 – 1,570	19049	62537	#366 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
367	Andrew College	Softball	0	45.73	980 – 1,130	21709	30337	#367 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Andrew College Cuthbert, GA Based in Cuthbert, Andrew College’s acceptance rate is 46%. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. Approximately 97% of students attending Andrew College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,337
368	Anna Maria College	Softball	0	50.3	780 – 990	29094	63110	#368 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
369	Antelope Valley Community College District	Softball	0	0	--	6110	54803	#369 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Sport Softball 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
370	Appalachian State University	Softball	0	90.14	1,100 – 1,280	14978	43663	#370 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
371	Arcadia University	Softball	0	80.22	1,070 – 1,270	30037	44004	#371 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Arcadia University Glenside, PA Found in Glenside, Arcadia University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $30,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,004
372	Arizona Christian University	Softball	0	70.62	920 – 1,160	32514	39524	#372 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
373	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	Softball	0	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	17779	52843	#373 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
374	Arkansas Tech University	Softball	0	95.89	930 – 1,140	12626	37638	#374 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
375	Arlington Baptist University	Softball	0	0	--	25267	32206	#375 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Arlington Baptist University Arlington, TX Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,206
376	Asbury University	Softball	0	63.4	1,080 – 1,320	23033	35563	#376 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Asbury University Wilmore, KY Asbury University is a private Christian university located 20 minutes southwest of Lexington. The school's motto is "Academic Excellence & Spiritual Vitality. Of attending students, 100% receive grant aid — $24,516 on average. Popular majors among students include andGeneral Studies. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,563
377	Ashland University	Softball	0	76.4	1,040 – 1,210	22610	47722	#377 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
378	Augsburg University	Softball	0	81.98	940 – 1,190	24561	48616	#378 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
379	Augusta University	Softball	0	86.41	970 – 1,160	13976	45037	#379 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Augusta University Augusta, GA Found in Augusta, Augusta University’s acceptance rate is 86% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of students attending Augusta University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,976 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,037
380	Augustana College	Softball	0	62.68	1,040 – 1,290	24714	49849	#380 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
381	Augustana University	Softball	0	67.75	1,090 – 1,290	24977	49826	#381 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
382	Aurora University	Softball	0	80.85	920 – 1,170	19053	51237	#382 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
383	Austin College	Softball	0	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	23462	45242	#383 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
384	Austin Peay State University	Softball	0	96.41	970 – 1,180	9882	38779	#384 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
385	Ave Maria University	Softball	0	41.39	1,050 – 1,280	25294	43572	#385 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
386	Averett University	Softball	0	56.59	910 – 1,200	23471	46273	#386 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
387	Avila University	Softball	0	87.8	890 – 1,080	17004	48975	#387 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
388	Babson College	Softball	0	17.09	1,400 – 1,530	32019	91354	#388 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Babson College Wellesley, MA Babson College began as an all-male school in 1919, originally known as Babson Institute, and became coeducational in 1969. It has an astounding 95% first year retention rate and 90% four year graduation rate. The only available undergraduate major is Business Administration and Management, General....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 17.1% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $32,019 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $91,354
389	Baldwin Wallace University	Softball	0	75.7	1,090 – 1,320	27991	44972	#389 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
390	Ball State University	Softball	0	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13599	44394	#390 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
391	Barry University	Softball	0	77.24	930 – 1,080	23883	47637	#391 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Barry University Miami, FL Based in Miami, Barry University accepts 77% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Barry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students decide to stay at Barry......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $23,883 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,637
392	Baylor University	Softball	0	51.28	1,230 – 1,420	47001	56532	#392 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- 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
393	Bellarmine University	Softball	0	86.11	1,130 – 1,310	23165	49819	#393 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Bellarmine University Louisville, KY Bellarmine University is a private Catholic university providing a liberal arts education. The school has a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 75% first year retention rate, and 60% six year graduation rate. BU is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Louisville right near the Bardstown Road corridor. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,819
394	Bellevue University	Softball	0	0	--	16210	57732	#394 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Bellevue University Bellevue, NE Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,210 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,732
395	Belmont Abbey College	Softball	0	74.65	970 – 1,220	24726	43816	#395 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Belmont Abbey College Belmont, NC Found in Belmont, Belmont Abbey College’s acceptance rate is 75% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students attending Belmont Abbey College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,726 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,816
396	Belmont University	Softball	0	95.28	1,180 – 1,370	38578	42770	#396 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Belmont University Nashville, TN Located in Nashville, Belmont University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 93% of students at Belmont University currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $38,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,770
397	Beloit College	Softball	0	63.04	1,200 – 1,410	24455	41660	#397 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
398	Bemidji State University	Softball	0	55.98	970 – 1,180	14859	47469	#398 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
399	Benedict College	Softball	0	95.7	820 – 1,010	18665	24908	#399 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- 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
400	Benedictine College	Softball	0	98.12	1,130 – 1,360	28629	45000	#400 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
401	Berea College	Softball	0	19.34	1,150 – 1,320	5888	35676	#401 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Berea College Berea, KY Berea College, founded in 1892, was the first integrated, co-educational college in the South. 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $54,830 on average. The most popular degree programs are Computer and Information Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 19.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $5,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,676
402	Bethel University	Softball	0	97.66	900 – 1,160	19494	44271	#402 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Bethel University Mishawaka, IN Located in Mishawaka, Bethel University’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 90% of students at Bethel University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 72% and around 49% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $19,494 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,271
403	Bethel University	Softball	0	87.8	1,120 – 1,310	31738	55145	#403 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
404	Bethune-Cookman University	Softball	0	88.24	830 – 990	12476	28282	#404 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
405	Bismarck State College	Softball	0	0	--	10462	50401	#405 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Bismarck State College Bismarck, ND Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,401
406	Blackburn College	Softball	0	63.19	890 – 1,150	18460	36665	#406 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Blackburn College Carlinville, IL Located in Carlinville, Blackburn College accepts 63% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Blackburn College, there is a 67% first year retention rate and around 25% of students will earn a degree within four......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 63.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,460 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,665
407	Bloomfield College of Montclair State University	Softball	0	69.74	780 – 950	27410	47944	#407 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Bloomfield College of Montclair State University Bloomfield, NJ Based in Bloomfield, Bloomfield College of Montclair State University’s acceptance rate is 70%. Undergraduates have to send in $65 to apply. Approximately 46% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score 780 – 950 Avg. Net Price $27,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
408	Bluefield State University	Softball	0	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#408 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- 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
409	Bluefield University	Softball	0	59.31	900 – 1,090	22216	41923	#409 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
410	Boise State University	Softball	0	87.21	1,050 – 1,220	21583	45251	#410 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- 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
411	Boston College	Softball	0	16.43	1,450 – 1,540	32519	85717	#411 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- 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
412	Boston University	Softball	0	11.11	1,430 – 1,530	24420	65655	#412 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Boston University Boston, MA Boston University got its start in 1839 in Vermont as the Newbury Biblical Institute. It moved to Boston in 1867. Today, the university is one of the largest employers in the city. Famous individuals associated with the school include Elie Wiesel, Martin Luther King Jr., William Howard Taft, and Howard Stern. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 11.1% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $24,420 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,655
413	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	Softball	0	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	24283	41281	#413 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
414	Brandeis University	Softball	0	40.5	1,400 – 1,520	43550	52967	#414 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Brandeis University Waltham, MA Brandeis University is named for Louis Brandeis, a former Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. Students and athletes are appropriately named, going by the Judges. Their mascots are The Judge and Ollie the Owl....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 40.5% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $43,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,967
415	Brevard College	Softball	0	42.16	890 – 1,240	26930	34401	#415 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
416	Brewton-Parker Christian University	Softball	0	96.49	920 – 1,060	25613	35732	#416 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Brewton-Parker Christian University Mount Vernon, GA Based in Mount Vernon, Brewton-Parker Christian University accepts 96% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students at Brewton-Parker Christian University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $25,613 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,732
417	Bridgewater College	Softball	0	91.72	1,020 – 1,360	11316	45620	#417 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
418	Brown University	Softball	0	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26256	79131	#418 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
419	Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa	Softball	0	0	--	14179	27873	#419 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa Wauwatosa, WI Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,179 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
420	Bryant University	Softball	0	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	42139	66488	#420 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
421	Bucknell University	Softball	0	28.93	1,330 – 1,470	39003	78852	#421 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
422	Bushnell University	Softball	0	67.28	970 – 1,040	22907	43484	#422 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Bushnell University Eugene, OR Located in Eugene, Bushnell University’s acceptance rate is 67% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. They are given $20,820 on average. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $22,907 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,484
423	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	Softball	0	47.52	1,100 – 1,400	4326	61542	#423 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 48% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 70% of students at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 47.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
424	CUNY Brooklyn College	Softball	0	58.36	950 – 1,340	4512	45035	#424 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY Found in Brooklyn, CUNY Brooklyn College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 76% of students at CUNY Brooklyn College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $4,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
425	CUNY Hunter College	Softball	0	53.8	1,100 – 1,420	4431	50414	#425 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY Hunter College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 69% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 53.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $4,431 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
426	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	Softball	0	57.11	930 – 1,220	4082	50293	#426 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 69% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $4,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
427	CUNY Lehman College	Softball	0	56.58	850 – 1,150	3961	51067	#427 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball CUNY Lehman College Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, CUNY Lehman College accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 56.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $3,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,067
428	CUNY York College	Softball	0	64.1	790 – 960	5131	46148	#428 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball CUNY York College Jamaica, NY Found in Jamaica, CUNY York College accepts 64% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. About 60% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 790 – 960 Avg. Net Price $5,131 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,148
429	Cairn University-Langhorne	Softball	0	88.17	1,000 – 1,160	23273	37077	#429 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball Cairn University-Langhorne Langhorne, PA Based in Langhorne, Cairn University-Langhorne accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 61% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,077
430	California Lutheran University	Softball	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,350	32774	54981	#430 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
431	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Softball	0	31.32	1,230 – 1,420	17453	72358	#431 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
432	California State University-Bakersfield	Softball	0	93.85	810 – 1,040	6489	44282	#432 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 94% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $6,489 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
433	California State University-Dominguez Hills	Softball	0	93.3	780 – 960	9175	46827	#433 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA Located in Carson, California State University-Dominguez Hills accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 78% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 74% and its four year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 780 – 960 Avg. Net Price $9,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
434	California State University-Fresno	Softball	0	95.26	890 – 1,100	7834	44012	#434 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball 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
435	California State University-Fullerton	Softball	0	90.52	1,000 – 1,180	7064	48558	#435 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $7,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
436	California State University-Long Beach	Softball	0	46.27	1,030 – 1,240	10607	50062	#436 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 46% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,607 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
437	California State University-Monterey Bay	Softball	0	97.4	960 – 1,160	14493	48648	#437 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside, CA Located in Seaside, California State University-Monterey Bay accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at California State University-Monterey Bay currently receive institutional......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,493 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
438	California State University-Sacramento	Softball	0	93.99	930 – 1,140	10110	51074	#438 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball 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 Softball

2026 College Rankings

Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball

Softball

$489,053 699.4%

37.7%

1,300 – 1,490

$16,662

$57,565

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball

Softball

$115,118 38.2%

38.6%

1,350 – 1,490

$18,877

$61,621

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball

Softball

$18,149 16.7%

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$24,061

$34,323

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball

Softball

$12,491 180.6%

87.0%

1,010 – 1,240

$13,662

$45,494

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball

Softball

$12,191 321.8%

66.1%

940 – 1,150

$26,643

$45,145

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball

Softball

$9,279 379.4%

78.2%

880 – 1,110

$34,037

$49,139

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball

Softball

$8,593 6,875.5%

69.2%

900 – 1,060

$18,923

$36,902

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball

Softball

$7,951 53.7%

10.7%

1,460 – 1,550

$27,303

$74,980

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball

Softball

$7,636 3.6%

55.2%

870 – 1,280

$28,889

$42,960

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball

Softball

$7,601 58.9%

38.3%

1,000 – 1,220

$17,823

$45,305

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete – Softball

Softball

$7,343 1,773.2%

73.4%

970 – 1,200

$22,990

$49,432

$489,053
699.4%

$115,118
38.2%

$18,149
16.7%

$12,491
180.6%

$12,191
321.8%

$9,279
379.4%

$8,593
6,875.5%

$7,951
53.7%

$7,636
3.6%

$7,601
58.9%

$7,343
1,773.2%

$7,177
132.3%

$7,120
80.0%

$6,737
251.5%

$6,619
772.3%

$6,350
316.7%

$6,330
581.6%

$6,292
29.0%