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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	San Diego State University	Basketball	128215.8	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $128,216 23.5% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
2	San Diego State University	Football	61014.88	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $61,015 39.0% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
3	Pacific Union College	Cross Country	30338.62	42.48	970 – 1,210	22799	52713	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $30,339 11,223.3% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
4	Pacific Union College	Soccer	28016.67	42.48	970 – 1,210	22799	52713	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $28,017 2,905.1% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
5	Pacific Union College	Volleyball	26887.95	42.48	970 – 1,210	22799	52713	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $26,888 7,823.5% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
6	Pacific Union College	Basketball	26762.78	42.48	970 – 1,210	22799	52713	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $26,763 1,861.0% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
7	California Baptist University	Basketball	19137.93	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $19,138 23.6% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
8	San Diego State University	Water Polo	11123	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,123 28.0% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
9	San Diego State University	Soccer	8587.55	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $8,588 23.2% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
10	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	Other Sports	7470.56	91.98	1,010 – 1,270	13837	37382	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 46% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,471 61.2% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $13,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
11	California State University-San Bernardino	Golf	7394.38	93.18	820 – 1,020	6645	43149	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 57% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,394 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $6,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
12	California State University-Northridge	Softball	7176.75	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,177 132.3% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
13	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	Volleyball	7053.82	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7,054 76.2% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
14	California State University-Northridge	Baseball	6930.14	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,930 13.9% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
15	California Baptist University	Baseball	6349.31	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,349 0.4% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
16	Fresno Pacific University	Baseball	5476.16	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,476 850.0% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
17	University of Redlands	Golf	5434.15	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,434 323.8% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
18	Fresno Pacific University	Swimming	5410.57	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,411 0.0% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
19	Bakersfield College	Swimming	4854.77	79.48	--	5892	29867	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,855 0.0% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
20	William Jessup University	Soccer	4846.19	76.82	1,060 – 1,300	28171	43163	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,846 4.7% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
21	Pitzer College	Water Polo	4600	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,600 275.5% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
22	Pomona College	Water Polo	4600	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,600 275.5% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
23	California Baptist University	Other Sports	4576.37	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,576 163.1% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
24	Fresno Pacific University	Water Polo	4297.12	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,297 1,330.8% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
25	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	Basketball	4259.31	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,259 39.3% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
26	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	Baseball	4171.56	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,172 491.7% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
27	Soka University of America	Soccer	3914.34	69.52	1,220 – 1,460	18807	42696	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Soka University of America Aliso Viejo, CA The Soka University of America, a fairly new school (founded in 2001), focuses on pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. It was created by the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, Daisaku Ikeda. Students enjoy a cozy 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,914 4,859.9% Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $18,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,696
28	California Baptist University	Golf	3909.21	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,909 777.0% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
29	Biola University	Basketball	3533	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,533 109.0% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
30	California State University-East Bay	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	3440.43	96.81	830 – 1,050	10874	55546	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 56% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,440 589.6% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $10,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
31	San Diego State University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	3317.1	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,317 14.2% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
32	Cypress College	Swimming	3289.2	0	--	7730	35285	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Cypress College Cypress, CA Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,289 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,285
33	California State University-Chico	Basketball	3212.74	91.58	960 – 1,290	15187	50493	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,920 on average. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,213 53.7% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
34	University of Redlands	Softball	3117.78	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 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 $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
35	Occidental College	Tennis	3062.11	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,062 80.3% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
36	San Diego Mesa College	Basketball	2981.03	80.92	--	3175	35773	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,981 4,708.1% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
37	Occidental College	Basketball	2764.81	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,765 14.2% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
38	Azusa Pacific University	Tennis	2526.47	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,526 135.1% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
39	California State University-East Bay	Volleyball	2473.05	96.81	830 – 1,050	10874	55546	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 56% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,473 57.8% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $10,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
40	Bethesda University	Basketball	2454.81	79.48	--	13965	37397	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Bethesda University Anaheim, CA Based in Anaheim, Bethesda University accepts 79% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 32% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 47% of students continued their studies at Bethesda University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,455 0.0% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,397
41	California Baptist University	Volleyball	2434.45	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,434 33.0% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
42	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	Soccer	2299.38	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,299 43.8% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
43	Azusa Pacific University	Basketball	2254.59	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,255 153.6% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
44	California State University-East Bay	Basketball	2180.45	96.81	830 – 1,050	10874	55546	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 56% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,180 72.6% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $10,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
45	Occidental College	Lacrosse	2085.52	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,086 1.9% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
46	Vanguard University of Southern California	Beach Volleyball	2023.24	64.79	940 – 1,200	20273	43464	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,955. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,023 0.1% Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
47	Westmont College	Basketball	2016.54	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,017 425.6% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
48	Biola University	Baseball	1982.93	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,983 13,005.9% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
49	Pitzer College	Tennis	1958.38	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,958 71.4% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
50	Pomona College	Tennis	1958.38	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,958 71.4% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
51	Vanguard University of Southern California	Basketball	1847.71	64.79	940 – 1,200	20273	43464	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,955. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,848 10.7% Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
52	California State University-East Bay	Soccer	1754	96.81	830 – 1,050	10874	55546	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 56% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,754 148.8% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $10,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
53	California State University-Northridge	Golf	1608.23	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,608 88.5% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
54	California State University-San Bernardino	Volleyball	1597.5	93.18	820 – 1,020	6645	43149	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 57% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,598 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $6,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
55	California State University-Chico	Golf	1574.32	91.58	960 – 1,290	15187	50493	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,920 on average. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,574 611.7% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
56	San Diego State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1546.65	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,547 19.5% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
57	Bakersfield College	Tennis	1520.59	79.48	--	5892	29867	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,521 0.0% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
58	Occidental College	Baseball	1512.46	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,512 14.7% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
59	Occidental College	Soccer	1503.02	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,503 29.4% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
60	Pitzer College	Basketball	1470.14	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,470 201.4% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
61	Pomona College	Basketball	1470.14	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,470 201.4% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
62	Sonoma State University	Golf	1453.05	94.73	1,010 – 1,180	15113	52179	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Sonoma State University Rohnert Park, CA Based in Rohnert Park, Sonoma State University’s acceptance rate is 95% and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,453 14.9% Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,179
63	University of La Verne	Basketball	1444.95	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% 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 77% first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,445 24.8% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
64	Vanguard University of Southern California	Volleyball	1440.88	64.79	940 – 1,200	20273	43464	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,955. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,441 69.6% Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
65	University of California-Merced	Basketball	1354.78	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,355 255.2% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
66	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	Track and Field (Indoor)	1340.31	91.98	1,010 – 1,270	13837	37382	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 46% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,340 Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $13,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
67	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	Track and Field (Outdoor)	1340.31	91.98	1,010 – 1,270	13837	37382	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 46% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,340 15.6% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $13,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
68	Pitzer College	Golf	1330.54	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,331 42.7% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
69	Pomona College	Golf	1330.54	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,331 42.7% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
70	University of La Verne	Baseball	1310.76	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% 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 77% first year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,311 43.1% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
71	University of Redlands	Tennis	1285.83	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,286 269.2% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
72	California State University-San Bernardino	Baseball	1220.5	93.18	820 – 1,020	6645	43149	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 57% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,221 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $6,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
73	California State University-San Bernardino	Basketball	1206.24	93.18	820 – 1,020	6645	43149	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 57% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,206 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $6,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
74	University of Redlands	Basketball	1205.94	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,206 323.5% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
75	University of La Verne	Water Polo	1149.2	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% 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 77% first year......Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,149 179.0% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
76	Pitzer College	Soccer	1146.64	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,147 223.9% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
77	Pomona College	Soccer	1146.64	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,147 223.9% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
78	Hope International University	Other Sports	1123.44	32.98	900 – 1,250	30514	36030	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,123 0.0% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $30,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
79	Westmont College	Volleyball	1121.15	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,121 83.5% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
80	California State University Maritime Academy	Basketball	1110.12	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,110 0.0% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
81	Bakersfield College	Golf	1107	79.48	--	5892	29867	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,107 0.0% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
82	San Diego Mesa College	Beach Volleyball	1103.71	80.92	--	3175	35773	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,104 2,525.7% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
83	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1098.7	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,099 161.7% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
84	University of California-Merced	Water Polo	1083.65	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,084 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
85	Bakersfield College	Wrestling	1056.8	79.48	--	5892	29867	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,057 0.0% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
86	University of La Verne	Golf	1043.42	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% 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 77% first year......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,043 137.7% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
87	University of La Verne	Cross Country	1038.23	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% 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 77% first year......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,038 53.3% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
88	California Baptist University	Soccer	1034.87	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,035 48.4% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
89	San Diego State University	Lacrosse	1028.74	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,029 89.0% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
90	California State University-East Bay	Water Polo	1008.42	96.81	830 – 1,050	10874	55546	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 56% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year......Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,008 51.9% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $10,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
91	California Baptist University	Softball	994.14	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $994 27.1% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
92	University of La Verne	Volleyball	957.22	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% 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 77% first year......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $957 32.5% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
93	University of Redlands	Lacrosse	898.82	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 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 Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $899 256.7% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
94	Biola University	Golf	890.83	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $891 84.1% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
95	Vanguard University of Southern California	Soccer	877.59	64.79	940 – 1,200	20273	43464	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,955. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $878 8.9% Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
96	California State University-Chico	Cross Country	875.52	91.58	960 – 1,290	15187	50493	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,920 on average. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $876 50.9% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
97	University of Redlands	Volleyball	857.5	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $858 178.0% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
98	Occidental College	Golf	846.62	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $847 33.0% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
99	University of La Verne	Soccer	827.7	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% 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 77% first year......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $828 28.8% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
100	William Jessup University	Golf	824.92	76.82	1,060 – 1,300	28171	43163	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $825 0.0% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
101	Biola University	Volleyball	822.2	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $822 32.9% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
102	University of La Verne	Softball	820.42	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% 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 77% first year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $820 236.1% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
103	Azusa Pacific University	Baseball	814.49	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $814 81.1% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
104	Occidental College	Water Polo	796.03	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $796 27.3% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
105	California Baptist University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	753.02	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $753 648.3% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
106	Cypress College	Water Polo	715.1	0	--	7730	35285	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Cypress College Cypress, CA Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $715 29.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,285
107	Azusa Pacific University	Volleyball	714.24	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $714 511.7% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
108	University of La Verne	Swimming	711.41	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% 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 77% first year......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $711 Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
109	University of La Verne	Track and Field (Outdoor)	704.32	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% 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 77% first year......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $704 145.4% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
110	Azusa Pacific University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	699.18	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $699 17.9% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
111	California State University-Northridge	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	684.94	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $685 558.3% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
112	Azusa Pacific University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	668.24	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $668 8.3% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
113	Azusa Pacific University	Softball	663.48	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
114	University of California-San Diego	Rowing	623.07	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $623 0.0% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
115	Pitzer College	Football	599.65	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $600 20.0% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
116	Pomona College	Football	599.65	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $600 20.0% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
117	Fresno Pacific University	Soccer	590.28	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $590 7.5% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
118	Point Loma Nazarene University	Tennis	584.41	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $584 105.9% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
119	Biola University	Soccer	583.87	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $584 0.0% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
120	California State University-San Bernardino	Softball	582.2	93.18	820 – 1,020	6645	43149	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 57% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $582 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $6,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
121	California State University-San Bernardino	Cross Country	572.33	93.18	820 – 1,020	6645	43149	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 57% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $572 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $6,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
122	William Jessup University	Softball	560.45	76.82	1,060 – 1,300	28171	43163	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $560 1,099.9% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
123	Point Loma Nazarene University	Golf	525	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $525 0.0% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
124	Biola University	Water Polo	521.08	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#124 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $521 15.5% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
125	Occidental College	Volleyball	490.85	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#125 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $491 11.9% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
126	MiraCosta College	Basketball	450.62	0	--	7972	59423	#126 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $451 4.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
127	California Baptist University	Water Polo	443.73	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#127 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $444 79.0% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
128	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	Cross Country	437.12	91.98	1,010 – 1,270	13837	37382	#128 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 46% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $437 82.6% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $13,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
129	Occidental College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	425.25	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#129 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $425 1.7% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
130	Pitzer College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	419.09	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#130 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $419 79.6% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
131	Pomona College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	419.09	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#131 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $419 79.6% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
132	Bakersfield College	Volleyball	406.71	79.48	--	5892	29867	#132 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $407 0.0% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
133	Bakersfield College	Beach Volleyball	406.71	79.48	--	5892	29867	#133 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $407 0.0% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
134	Rio Hondo College	Basketball	398.9	80.92	--	13920	54803	#134 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $399 0.0% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,803
135	California State University-Chico	Soccer	393.49	91.58	960 – 1,290	15187	50493	#135 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,920 on average. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $393 9.4% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
136	California State University-East Bay	Softball	372.19	96.81	830 – 1,050	10874	55546	#136 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 56% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $372 120.7% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $10,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
137	William Jessup University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	363.15	76.82	1,060 – 1,300	28171	43163	#137 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $363 68.9% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
138	Bakersfield College	Soccer	363.05	79.48	--	5892	29867	#138 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $363 0.0% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
139	University of Redlands	Water Polo	356.63	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#139 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 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 Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $357 1.2% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
140	Bakersfield College	Basketball	348.75	79.48	--	5892	29867	#140 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $349 0.0% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
141	Occidental College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	310.49	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#141 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $310 28.1% Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
142	Hope International University	Baseball	307.3	32.98	900 – 1,250	30514	36030	#142 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $307 0.0% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $30,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
143	Pitzer College	Lacrosse	305.06	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#143 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $305 36.4% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
144	Pomona College	Lacrosse	305.06	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#144 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $305 36.4% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
145	William Jessup University	Other Sports	299.1	76.82	1,060 – 1,300	28171	43163	#145 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $299 131.4% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
146	University of Redlands	Soccer	292.6	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#146 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $293 145.5% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
147	Occidental College	Softball	290.44	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#147 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
148	Biola University	Softball	287.82	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#148 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
149	Cypress College	Beach Volleyball	286.07	0	--	7730	35285	#149 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Cypress College Cypress, CA Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $286 4.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,285
150	Cypress College	Volleyball	286.05	0	--	7730	35285	#150 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Cypress College Cypress, CA Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $286 4.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,285
151	Pitzer College	Volleyball	281.68	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#151 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $282 300.1% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
152	Pomona College	Volleyball	281.68	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#152 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $282 300.1% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
153	Vanguard University of Southern California	Baseball	276.96	64.79	940 – 1,200	20273	43464	#153 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,955. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $277 146.0% Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
154	California State University-San Bernardino	Track and Field (Outdoor)	269.66	93.18	820 – 1,020	6645	43149	#154 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 57% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $270 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $6,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
155	California State University-Northridge	Water Polo	266.17	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#155 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $266 120.3% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
156	West Los Angeles College	Volleyball	259.78	0	--	9426	59213	#156 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $260 1,706.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
157	Vanguard University of Southern California	Other Sports	258.28	64.79	940 – 1,200	20273	43464	#157 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,955. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $258 55.9% Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
158	Biola University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	254.41	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#158 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $254 21.9% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
159	University of La Verne	Football	231	48.47	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#159 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% 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 77% first year......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $231 9.2% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
160	Vanguard University of Southern California	Wrestling	220.55	64.79	940 – 1,200	20273	43464	#160 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,955. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $221 44.7% Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
161	University of Redlands	Swimming and Diving (combined)	211.06	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#161 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 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 Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $211 228.2% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
162	Rio Hondo College	Volleyball	208.5	80.92	--	13920	54803	#162 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $209 0.0% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,803
163	William Jessup University	Basketball	205.46	76.82	1,060 – 1,300	28171	43163	#163 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $205 65.2% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
164	Bakersfield College	Cross Country	202.21	79.48	--	5892	29867	#164 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $202 0.0% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
165	Hope International University	Basketball	182.39	32.98	900 – 1,250	30514	36030	#165 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $182 0.0% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $30,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
166	Westmont College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	178.5	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#166 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $179 90.0% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
167	Pitzer College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	173.88	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#167 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $174 212.3% Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
168	Pomona College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	173.88	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#168 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 39 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer Science, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $174 212.3% Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
169	University of California-Merced	Volleyball	166.77	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#169 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $167 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
170	California State University-Chico	Track and Field (Outdoor)	164.54	91.58	960 – 1,290	15187	50493	#170 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,920 on average. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $165 310.8% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
171	MiraCosta College	Volleyball	150.33	0	--	7972	59423	#171 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $150 12.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
172	Rio Hondo College	Swimming	146.12	80.92	--	13920	54803	#172 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $146 Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,803
173	San Diego Mesa College	Softball	143.1	80.92	--	3175	35773	#173 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $143 131.9% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
174	California Baptist University	Cross Country	138.02	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#174 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $138 109.8% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
175	Point Loma Nazarene University	Basketball	128.19	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#175 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $128 298.8% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
176	University of Redlands	Baseball	126.84	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#176 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 69 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $127 119.2% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
177	Westmont College	Baseball	126.56	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#177 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $127 91.3% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
178	San Diego Mesa College	Volleyball	124.78	80.92	--	3175	35773	#178 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $125 65.1% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
179	Rio Hondo College	Baseball	124.77	80.92	--	13920	54803	#179 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $125 0.0% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,803
180	Rio Hondo College	Wrestling	122.8	80.92	--	13920	54803	#180 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $123 0.0% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,803
181	Point Loma Nazarene University	Soccer	115.6	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#181 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $116 7.0% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
182	Bakersfield College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	111.15	79.48	--	5892	29867	#182 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $111 0.0% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
183	California Institute of Technology	Swimming and Diving (combined)	107.4	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#183 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $107 0.0% Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
184	MiraCosta College	Soccer	100.95	0	--	7972	59423	#184 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $101 21.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
185	Azusa Pacific University	Soccer	98.75	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#185 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $99 87.2% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
186	West Los Angeles College	Soccer	91.18	0	--	9426	59213	#186 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $91 115.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
187	Point Loma Nazarene University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	89.45	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#187 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $89 68.9% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
188	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	Basketball	85.5	91.98	1,010 – 1,270	13837	37382	#188 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 46% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $86 104.2% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $13,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
189	San Diego Mesa College	Water Polo	83	80.92	--	3175	35773	#189 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $83 119.5% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
190	Foothill College	Swimming	76.92	100	--	9665	48920	#190 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $77 0.0% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,920
191	Rio Hondo College	Beach Volleyball	71.43	80.92	--	13920	54803	#191 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $71 0.0% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,803
192	Vanguard University of Southern California	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	65.77	64.79	940 – 1,200	20273	43464	#192 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,955. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $66 68.4% Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
193	West Los Angeles College	Football	56.45	0	--	9426	59213	#193 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $56 40.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
194	Azusa Pacific University	Water Polo	54.11	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#194 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $54 86.4% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
195	San Diego Mesa College	Soccer	36.47	80.92	--	3175	35773	#195 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $36 91.9% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
196	MiraCosta College	Beach Volleyball	29.17	0	--	7972	59423	#196 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $29 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
197	West Los Angeles College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	26.1	0	--	9426	59213	#197 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $26 108.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
198	Soka University of America	Cross Country	22.67	69.52	1,220 – 1,460	18807	42696	#198 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Soka University of America Aliso Viejo, CA The Soka University of America, a fairly new school (founded in 2001), focuses on pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. It was created by the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, Daisaku Ikeda. Students enjoy a cozy 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $23 93.4% Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $18,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,696
199	California State University-San Bernardino	Soccer	21.19	93.18	820 – 1,020	6645	43149	#199 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 57% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $21 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $6,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
200	San Diego Mesa College	Badminton	9.33	80.92	--	3175	35773	#200 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Badminton Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9 95.6% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
201	San Diego Mesa College	Baseball	8.93	80.92	--	3175	35773	#201 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9 92.4% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
202	Saint Mary's College of California	Track and Field (Outdoor)	8.7	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#202 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9 0.0% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
203	University of California-Merced	Track and Field (Outdoor)	4.76	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#203 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5 116.2% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
204	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Wrestling	0.03	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#204 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 0.0% Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
205	Academy of Art University	Baseball	0	100	--	36591	30452	#205 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
206	Academy of Art University	Basketball	0	100	--	36591	30452	#206 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
207	Academy of Art University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	100	--	36591	30452	#207 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
208	Academy of Art University	Golf	0	100	--	36591	30452	#208 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
209	Academy of Art University	Soccer	0	100	--	36591	30452	#209 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
210	Academy of Art University	Softball	0	100	--	36591	30452	#210 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
211	Academy of Art University	Tennis	0	100	--	36591	30452	#211 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
212	Academy of Art University	Volleyball	0	100	--	36591	30452	#212 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
213	Antelope Valley Community College District	Baseball	0	0	--	8294	28110	#213 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
214	Antelope Valley Community College District	Basketball	0	0	--	8294	28110	#214 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
215	Antelope Valley Community College District	Football	0	0	--	8294	28110	#215 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
216	Antelope Valley Community College District	Golf	0	0	--	8294	28110	#216 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
217	Antelope Valley Community College District	Soccer	0	0	--	8294	28110	#217 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
218	Antelope Valley Community College District	Softball	0	0	--	8294	28110	#218 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
219	Antelope Valley Community College District	Tennis	0	0	--	8294	28110	#219 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
220	Antelope Valley Community College District	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	0	--	8294	28110	#220 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
221	Antelope Valley Community College District	Cross Country	0	0	--	8294	28110	#221 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
222	Antelope Valley Community College District	Volleyball	0	0	--	8294	28110	#222 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
223	Bethesda University	Soccer	0	79.48	--	13965	37397	#223 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Bethesda University Anaheim, CA Based in Anaheim, Bethesda University accepts 79% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 32% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 47% of students continued their studies at Bethesda University after completing their first year....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,397
224	Biola University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#224 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
225	Biola University	Tennis	0	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#225 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
226	California Institute of Technology	Baseball	0	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#226 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
227	California Institute of Technology	Basketball	0	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#227 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
228	California Institute of Technology	Soccer	0	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#228 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
229	California Institute of Technology	Tennis	0	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#229 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
230	California Institute of Technology	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#230 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
231	California Institute of Technology	Cross Country	0	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#231 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
232	California Institute of Technology	Volleyball	0	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#232 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
233	California Lutheran University	Baseball	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#233 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
234	California Lutheran University	Basketball	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#234 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
235	California Lutheran University	Football	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#235 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
236	California Lutheran University	Golf	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#236 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
237	California Lutheran University	Lacrosse	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#237 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
238	California Lutheran University	Soccer	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#238 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
239	California Lutheran University	Softball	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#239 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 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 -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
240	California Lutheran University	Swimming	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#240 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
241	California Lutheran University	Tennis	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#241 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
242	California Lutheran University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#242 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
243	California Lutheran University	Cross Country	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#243 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
244	California Lutheran University	Volleyball	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#244 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
245	California Lutheran University	Water Polo	0	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#245 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
246	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Baseball	0	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#246 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
247	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Basketball	0	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#247 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
248	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#248 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
249	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Football	0	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#249 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
250	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Golf	0	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#250 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
251	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Soccer	0	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#251 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
252	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Softball	0	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#252 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
253	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Swimming	0	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#253 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
254	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Tennis	0	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#254 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
255	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Volleyball	0	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#255 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
256	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	Beach Volleyball	0	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#256 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
257	California State University Maritime Academy	Sailing	0	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#257 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
258	California State University-Bakersfield	Baseball	0	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#258 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
259	California State University-Bakersfield	Basketball	0	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#259 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
260	California State University-Bakersfield	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#260 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
261	California State University-Bakersfield	Golf	0	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#261 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
262	California State University-Bakersfield	Soccer	0	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#262 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
263	California State University-Bakersfield	Softball	0	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#263 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% 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 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
264	California State University-Bakersfield	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#264 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
265	California State University-Bakersfield	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#265 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
266	California State University-Bakersfield	Volleyball	0	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#266 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
267	California State University-Bakersfield	Wrestling	0	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#267 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
268	California State University-Bakersfield	Beach Volleyball	0	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#268 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
269	California State University-Dominguez Hills	Baseball	0	59.11	760 – 950	4438	46827	#269 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA Located in Carson, California State University-Dominguez Hills accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 760 – 950 Avg. Net Price $4,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
270	California State University-Dominguez Hills	Basketball	0	59.11	760 – 950	4438	46827	#270 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA Located in Carson, California State University-Dominguez Hills accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 760 – 950 Avg. Net Price $4,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
271	California State University-Dominguez Hills	Golf	0	59.11	760 – 950	4438	46827	#271 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA Located in Carson, California State University-Dominguez Hills accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 760 – 950 Avg. Net Price $4,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
272	California State University-Dominguez Hills	Soccer	0	59.11	760 – 950	4438	46827	#272 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA Located in Carson, California State University-Dominguez Hills accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 760 – 950 Avg. Net Price $4,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
273	California State University-Dominguez Hills	Softball	0	59.11	760 – 950	4438	46827	#273 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA Located in Carson, California State University-Dominguez Hills accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 760 – 950 Avg. Net Price $4,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
274	California State University-Dominguez Hills	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	59.11	760 – 950	4438	46827	#274 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA Located in Carson, California State University-Dominguez Hills accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 760 – 950 Avg. Net Price $4,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
275	California State University-Dominguez Hills	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	59.11	760 – 950	4438	46827	#275 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA Located in Carson, California State University-Dominguez Hills accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 760 – 950 Avg. Net Price $4,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
276	California State University-Dominguez Hills	Volleyball	0	59.11	760 – 950	4438	46827	#276 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA Located in Carson, California State University-Dominguez Hills accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 760 – 950 Avg. Net Price $4,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
277	California State University-Fresno	Baseball	0	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#277 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% 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 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
278	California State University-Fresno	Basketball	0	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#278 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% 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 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
279	California State University-Fresno	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#279 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% 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 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
280	California State University-Fresno	Football	0	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#280 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% 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 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
281	California State University-Fresno	Golf	0	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#281 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% 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 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
282	California State University-Fresno	Soccer	0	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#282 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% 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 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
283	California State University-Fresno	Softball	0	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#283 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% 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 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
284	California State University-Fresno	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#284 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% 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 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
285	California State University-Fresno	Tennis	0	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#285 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% 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 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
286	California State University-Fresno	Volleyball	0	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#286 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% 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 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
287	California State University-Fresno	Water Polo	0	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#287 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% 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 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
288	California State University-Fresno	Equestrian	0	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#288 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% 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 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
289	California State University-Fullerton	Baseball	0	90.52	--	6283	48558	#289 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
290	California State University-Fullerton	Basketball	0	90.52	--	6283	48558	#290 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
291	California State University-Fullerton	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	90.52	--	6283	48558	#291 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
292	California State University-Fullerton	Golf	0	90.52	--	6283	48558	#292 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
293	California State University-Fullerton	Soccer	0	90.52	--	6283	48558	#293 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
294	California State University-Fullerton	Softball	0	90.52	--	6283	48558	#294 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
295	California State University-Fullerton	Tennis	0	90.52	--	6283	48558	#295 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
296	California State University-Fullerton	Volleyball	0	90.52	--	6283	48558	#296 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
297	California State University-Fullerton	Water Polo	0	90.52	--	6283	48558	#297 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
298	California State University-Long Beach	Baseball	0	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#298 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
299	California State University-Long Beach	Basketball	0	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#299 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
300	California State University-Long Beach	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#300 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
301	California State University-Long Beach	Golf	0	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#301 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
302	California State University-Long Beach	Soccer	0	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#302 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
303	California State University-Long Beach	Softball	0	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#303 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 50% 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 $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
304	California State University-Long Beach	Tennis	0	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#304 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
305	California State University-Long Beach	Volleyball	0	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#305 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
306	California State University-Long Beach	Water Polo	0	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#306 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
307	California State University-Long Beach	Beach Volleyball	0	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#307 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
308	California State University-Los Angeles	Baseball	0	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#308 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
309	California State University-Los Angeles	Basketball	0	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#309 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
310	California State University-Los Angeles	Golf	0	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#310 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
311	California State University-Los Angeles	Soccer	0	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#311 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
312	California State University-Los Angeles	Tennis	0	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#312 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
313	California State University-Los Angeles	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#313 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
314	California State University-Los Angeles	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#314 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
315	California State University-Los Angeles	Cross Country	0	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#315 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
316	California State University-Los Angeles	Volleyball	0	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#316 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
317	California State University-Los Angeles	Beach Volleyball	0	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#317 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
318	California State University-Monterey Bay	Baseball	0	97.34	900 – 1,210	15222	48648	#318 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
319	California State University-Monterey Bay	Basketball	0	97.34	900 – 1,210	15222	48648	#319 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
320	California State University-Monterey Bay	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	97.34	900 – 1,210	15222	48648	#320 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
321	California State University-Monterey Bay	Golf	0	97.34	900 – 1,210	15222	48648	#321 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
322	California State University-Monterey Bay	Soccer	0	97.34	900 – 1,210	15222	48648	#322 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
323	California State University-Monterey Bay	Softball	0	97.34	900 – 1,210	15222	48648	#323 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 97.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
324	California State University-Monterey Bay	Volleyball	0	97.34	900 – 1,210	15222	48648	#324 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
325	California State University-Monterey Bay	Water Polo	0	97.34	900 – 1,210	15222	48648	#325 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California 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 Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
326	California State University-Sacramento	Baseball	0	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#326 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
327	California State University-Sacramento	Basketball	0	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#327 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
328	California State University-Sacramento	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#328 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
329	California State University-Sacramento	Football	0	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#329 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
330	California State University-Sacramento	Golf	0	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#330 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
331	California State University-Sacramento	Gymnastics	0	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#331 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
332	California State University-Sacramento	Rowing	0	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#332 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
333	California State University-Sacramento	Soccer	0	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#333 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
334	California State University-Sacramento	Softball	0	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#334 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
335	California State University-Sacramento	Tennis	0	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#335 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
336	California State University-Sacramento	Volleyball	0	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#336 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
337	California State University-Sacramento	Beach Volleyball	0	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#337 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
338	California State University-San Marcos	Baseball	0	95.1	860 – 1,080	10500	48673	#338 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Based in San Marcos, California State University-San Marcos accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications. About 48% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
339	California State University-San Marcos	Basketball	0	95.1	860 – 1,080	10500	48673	#339 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Based in San Marcos, California State University-San Marcos accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications. About 48% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
340	California State University-San Marcos	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	95.1	860 – 1,080	10500	48673	#340 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Based in San Marcos, California State University-San Marcos accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications. About 48% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
341	California State University-San Marcos	Golf	0	95.1	860 – 1,080	10500	48673	#341 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Based in San Marcos, California State University-San Marcos accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications. About 48% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
342	California State University-San Marcos	Soccer	0	95.1	860 – 1,080	10500	48673	#342 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Based in San Marcos, California State University-San Marcos accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications. About 48% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
343	California State University-San Marcos	Softball	0	95.1	860 – 1,080	10500	48673	#343 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Based in San Marcos, California State University-San Marcos accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications. About 48% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
344	California State University-San Marcos	Volleyball	0	95.1	860 – 1,080	10500	48673	#344 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Based in San Marcos, California State University-San Marcos accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications. About 48% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
345	California State University-Stanislaus	Baseball	0	98.14	840 – 1,060	7316	47793	#345 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
346	California State University-Stanislaus	Basketball	0	98.14	840 – 1,060	7316	47793	#346 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
347	California State University-Stanislaus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	98.14	840 – 1,060	7316	47793	#347 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
348	California State University-Stanislaus	Golf	0	98.14	840 – 1,060	7316	47793	#348 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
349	California State University-Stanislaus	Soccer	0	98.14	840 – 1,060	7316	47793	#349 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
350	California State University-Stanislaus	Softball	0	98.14	840 – 1,060	7316	47793	#350 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
351	California State University-Stanislaus	Tennis	0	98.14	840 – 1,060	7316	47793	#351 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
352	California State University-Stanislaus	Volleyball	0	98.14	840 – 1,060	7316	47793	#352 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
353	Chapman University	Baseball	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#353 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
354	Chapman University	Basketball	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#354 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
355	Chapman University	Football	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#355 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
356	Chapman University	Golf	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#356 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
357	Chapman University	Lacrosse	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#357 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
358	Chapman University	Soccer	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#358 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
359	Chapman University	Softball	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#359 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
360	Chapman University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#360 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
361	Chapman University	Tennis	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#361 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
362	Chapman University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#362 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
363	Chapman University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#363 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
364	Chapman University	Cross Country	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#364 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
365	Chapman University	Volleyball	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#365 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
366	Chapman University	Water Polo	0	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#366 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
367	Claremont McKenna College	Baseball	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#367 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
368	Claremont McKenna College	Basketball	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#368 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
369	Claremont McKenna College	Football	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#369 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
370	Claremont McKenna College	Golf	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#370 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
371	Claremont McKenna College	Lacrosse	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#371 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
372	Claremont McKenna College	Soccer	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#372 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
373	Claremont McKenna College	Softball	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#373 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
374	Claremont McKenna College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#374 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
375	Claremont McKenna College	Tennis	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#375 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
376	Claremont McKenna College	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#376 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
377	Claremont McKenna College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#377 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
378	Claremont McKenna College	Cross Country	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#378 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
379	Claremont McKenna College	Volleyball	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#379 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
380	Claremont McKenna College	Water Polo	0	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#380 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
381	Concordia University-Irvine	Baseball	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#381 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
382	Concordia University-Irvine	Basketball	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#382 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
383	Concordia University-Irvine	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#383 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
384	Concordia University-Irvine	Lacrosse	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#384 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
385	Concordia University-Irvine	Soccer	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#385 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
386	Concordia University-Irvine	Softball	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#386 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
387	Concordia University-Irvine	Swimming	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#387 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
388	Concordia University-Irvine	Tennis	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#388 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
389	Concordia University-Irvine	Volleyball	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#389 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
390	Concordia University-Irvine	Water Polo	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#390 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
391	Concordia University-Irvine	Other Sports	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#391 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
392	Concordia University-Irvine	Beach Volleyball	0	59.86	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#392 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
393	Dominican University of California	Basketball	0	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#393 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
394	Dominican University of California	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#394 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
395	Dominican University of California	Golf	0	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#395 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
396	Dominican University of California	Lacrosse	0	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#396 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
397	Dominican University of California	Soccer	0	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#397 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
398	Dominican University of California	Softball	0	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#398 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
399	Dominican University of California	Tennis	0	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#399 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
400	Dominican University of California	Volleyball	0	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#400 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
401	Feather River Community College District	Baseball	0	41.5	--	10949	33495	#401 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,495
402	Feather River Community College District	Basketball	0	41.5	--	10949	33495	#402 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,495
403	Feather River Community College District	Football	0	41.5	--	10949	33495	#403 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,495
404	Feather River Community College District	Soccer	0	41.5	--	10949	33495	#404 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,495
405	Feather River Community College District	Softball	0	41.5	--	10949	33495	#405 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,495
406	Feather River Community College District	Volleyball	0	41.5	--	10949	33495	#406 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,495
407	Feather River Community College District	Beach Volleyball	0	41.5	--	10949	33495	#407 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,495
408	Feather River Community College District	Rodeo	0	41.5	--	10949	33495	#408 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Sport Rodeo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,495
409	Foothill College	Basketball	0	100	--	9665	48920	#409 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,920
410	Foothill College	Football	0	100	--	9665	48920	#410 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,920
411	Foothill College	Soccer	0	100	--	9665	48920	#411 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,920
412	Foothill College	Badminton	0	100	--	9665	48920	#412 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA Sport Badminton Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,920
413	Fresno Pacific University	Basketball	0	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#413 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
414	Fresno Pacific University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#414 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
415	Fresno Pacific University	Tennis	0	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#415 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
416	Fresno Pacific University	Volleyball	0	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#416 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
417	Hope International University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	32.98	900 – 1,250	30514	36030	#417 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $30,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
418	Hope International University	Golf	0	32.98	900 – 1,250	30514	36030	#418 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $30,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
419	Hope International University	Softball	0	32.98	900 – 1,250	30514	36030	#419 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $30,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
420	Hope International University	Tennis	0	32.98	900 – 1,250	30514	36030	#420 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $30,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
421	Hope International University	Volleyball	0	32.98	900 – 1,250	30514	36030	#421 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $30,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
422	Hope International University	Beach Volleyball	0	32.98	900 – 1,250	30514	36030	#422 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $30,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
423	La Sierra University	Baseball	0	93.3	890 – 1,140	28076	42617	#423 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $28,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
424	La Sierra University	Basketball	0	93.3	890 – 1,140	28076	42617	#424 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $28,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
425	La Sierra University	Soccer	0	93.3	890 – 1,140	28076	42617	#425 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $28,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
426	La Sierra University	Softball	0	93.3	890 – 1,140	28076	42617	#426 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $28,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
427	La Sierra University	Cross Country	0	93.3	890 – 1,140	28076	42617	#427 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $28,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
428	La Sierra University	Volleyball	0	93.3	890 – 1,140	28076	42617	#428 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $28,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
429	Life Pacific University	Basketball	0	93.95	930 – 1,180	23311	35814	#429 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Life Pacific University San Dimas, CA Based in San Dimas, Life Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 94% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 77% and its four year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,814
430	Life Pacific University	Soccer	0	93.95	930 – 1,180	23311	35814	#430 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Life Pacific University San Dimas, CA Based in San Dimas, Life Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 94% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 77% and its four year......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,814
431	Life Pacific University	Volleyball	0	93.95	930 – 1,180	23311	35814	#431 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Life Pacific University San Dimas, CA Based in San Dimas, Life Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 94% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 77% and its four year......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,814
432	Life Pacific University	Beach Volleyball	0	93.95	930 – 1,180	23311	35814	#432 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Life Pacific University San Dimas, CA Based in San Dimas, Life Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 94% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 77% and its four year......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,814
433	Loyola Marymount University	Baseball	0	45.08	1,320 – 1,450	54471	62763	#433 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Psychology, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
434	Loyola Marymount University	Basketball	0	45.08	1,320 – 1,450	54471	62763	#434 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Psychology, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
435	Loyola Marymount University	Golf	0	45.08	1,320 – 1,450	54471	62763	#435 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Psychology, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
436	Loyola Marymount University	Rowing	0	45.08	1,320 – 1,450	54471	62763	#436 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Psychology, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
437	Loyola Marymount University	Soccer	0	45.08	1,320 – 1,450	54471	62763	#437 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Psychology, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
438	Loyola Marymount University	Softball	0	45.08	1,320 – 1,450	54471	62763	#438 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Psychology, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
439	Loyola Marymount University	Swimming	0	45.08	1,320 – 1,450	54471	62763	#439 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Psychology, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
440	Loyola Marymount University	Tennis	0	45.08	1,320 – 1,450	54471	62763	#440 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Psychology, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
441	Loyola Marymount University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	45.08	1,320 – 1,450	54471	62763	#441 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Psychology, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
442	Loyola Marymount University	Cross Country	0	45.08	1,320 – 1,450	54471	62763	#442 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Psychology, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
443	Loyola Marymount University	Volleyball	0	45.08	1,320 – 1,450	54471	62763	#443 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Psychology, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
444	Loyola Marymount University	Water Polo	0	45.08	1,320 – 1,450	54471	62763	#444 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Psychology, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
445	Loyola Marymount University	Beach Volleyball	0	45.08	1,320 – 1,450	54471	62763	#445 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Psychology, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
446	Menlo College	Baseball	0	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#446 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Menlo College Atherton, CA Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
447	Menlo College	Basketball	0	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#447 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Menlo College Atherton, CA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
448	Menlo College	Golf	0	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#448 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Menlo College Atherton, CA Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
449	Menlo College	Soccer	0	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#449 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Menlo College Atherton, CA Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
450	Menlo College	Softball	0	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#450 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Menlo College Atherton, CA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
451	Menlo College	Tennis	0	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#451 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Menlo College Atherton, CA Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
452	Menlo College	Cross Country	0	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#452 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Menlo College Atherton, CA Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
453	Menlo College	Volleyball	0	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#453 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Menlo College Atherton, CA Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
454	Menlo College	Wrestling	0	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#454 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Menlo College Atherton, CA Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
455	Modesto Junior College	Baseball	0	16.54	--	13093	59213	#455 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
456	Modesto Junior College	Basketball	0	16.54	--	13093	59213	#456 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
457	Modesto Junior College	Football	0	16.54	--	13093	59213	#457 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
458	Modesto Junior College	Golf	0	16.54	--	13093	59213	#458 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
459	Modesto Junior College	Soccer	0	16.54	--	13093	59213	#459 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
460	Modesto Junior College	Softball	0	16.54	--	13093	59213	#460 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
461	Modesto Junior College	Swimming	0	16.54	--	13093	59213	#461 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
462	Modesto Junior College	Tennis	0	16.54	--	13093	59213	#462 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
463	Modesto Junior College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	16.54	--	13093	59213	#463 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
464	Modesto Junior College	Cross Country	0	16.54	--	13093	59213	#464 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
465	Modesto Junior College	Volleyball	0	16.54	--	13093	59213	#465 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
466	Modesto Junior College	Water Polo	0	16.54	--	13093	59213	#466 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
467	Modesto Junior College	Wrestling	0	16.54	--	13093	59213	#467 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
468	Pepperdine University	Baseball	0	62.86	1,250 – 1,450	52216	64934	#468 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Business Administration and Management, General. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
469	Pepperdine University	Basketball	0	62.86	1,250 – 1,450	52216	64934	#469 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Business Administration and Management, General. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
470	Pepperdine University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	62.86	1,250 – 1,450	52216	64934	#470 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Business Administration and Management, General. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
471	Pepperdine University	Golf	0	62.86	1,250 – 1,450	52216	64934	#471 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Business Administration and Management, General. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
472	Pepperdine University	Soccer	0	62.86	1,250 – 1,450	52216	64934	#472 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Business Administration and Management, General. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
473	Pepperdine University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	62.86	1,250 – 1,450	52216	64934	#473 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Business Administration and Management, General. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
474	Pepperdine University	Tennis	0	62.86	1,250 – 1,450	52216	64934	#474 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Business Administration and Management, General. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
475	Pepperdine University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	62.86	1,250 – 1,450	52216	64934	#475 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Business Administration and Management, General. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
476	Pepperdine University	Cross Country	0	62.86	1,250 – 1,450	52216	64934	#476 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Business Administration and Management, General. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
477	Pepperdine University	Volleyball	0	62.86	1,250 – 1,450	52216	64934	#477 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Business Administration and Management, General. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
478	Pepperdine University	Water Polo	0	62.86	1,250 – 1,450	52216	64934	#478 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Business Administration and Management, General. Sport Water Polo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
479	Pepperdine University	Beach Volleyball	0	62.86	1,250 – 1,450	52216	64934	#479 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Business Administration and Management, General. Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
480	Point Loma Nazarene University	Baseball	0	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#480 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
481	Point Loma Nazarene University	Volleyball	0	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#481 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
482	Providence Christian College	Baseball	0	92.52	1,010 – 1,210	25354	52373	#482 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,373
483	Providence Christian College	Golf	0	92.52	1,010 – 1,210	25354	52373	#483 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,373
484	Providence Christian College	Soccer	0	92.52	1,010 – 1,210	25354	52373	#484 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,373
485	Providence Christian College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	92.52	1,010 – 1,210	25354	52373	#485 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,373
486	Providence Christian College	Volleyball	0	92.52	1,010 – 1,210	25354	52373	#486 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,373
487	Saint Mary's College of California	Baseball	0	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#487 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
488	Saint Mary's College of California	Basketball	0	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#488 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
489	Saint Mary's College of California	Golf	0	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#489 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
490	Saint Mary's College of California	Rowing	0	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#490 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
491	Saint Mary's College of California	Soccer	0	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#491 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
492	Saint Mary's College of California	Softball	0	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#492 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
493	Saint Mary's College of California	Tennis	0	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#493 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
494	Saint Mary's College of California	Cross Country	0	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#494 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
495	Saint Mary's College of California	Volleyball	0	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#495 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
496	Saint Mary's College of California	Beach Volleyball	0	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#496 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
497	San Francisco State University	Baseball	0	96.15	930 – 1,140	13353	52650	#497 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Francisco State University San Francisco, CA Found in San Francisco, San Francisco State University accepts 96% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650
498	San Francisco State University	Basketball	0	96.15	930 – 1,140	13353	52650	#498 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Francisco State University San Francisco, CA Found in San Francisco, San Francisco State University accepts 96% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650
499	San Francisco State University	Soccer	0	96.15	930 – 1,140	13353	52650	#499 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Francisco State University San Francisco, CA Found in San Francisco, San Francisco State University accepts 96% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650
500	San Francisco State University	Softball	0	96.15	930 – 1,140	13353	52650	#500 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in California San Francisco State University San Francisco, CA Found in San Francisco, San Francisco State University accepts 96% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650