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

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Rank	Institution	Sport	Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	University of Iowa	Football	281456.78	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $281,457 14.2% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
2	Iowa State University	Football	191276.14	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $191,276 0.5% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
3	Iowa State University	Basketball	106477.57	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $106,478 12.4% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
4	Morningside University	Softball	4306.24	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,306 62.8% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
5	Cornell College	Basketball	2654.88	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,655 0.1% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
6	Cornell College	Wrestling	2135.43	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,135 20.7% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
7	Waldorf University	Golf	1511.5	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,512 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
8	Cornell College	Volleyball	1492.85	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,493 72.6% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
9	Morningside University	Baseball	1403.58	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,404 79.4% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
10	University of Dubuque	Volleyball	1337.91	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,338 6.4% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
11	Cornell College	Softball	1306.04	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,306 6.9% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
12	Upper Iowa University	Wrestling	1298.73	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,299 2,522.6% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
13	Waldorf University	Basketball	1276.03	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,276 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
14	Upper Iowa University	Golf	1273.44	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,273 21.2% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
15	Waldorf University	Volleyball	1219.11	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,219 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
16	Waldorf University	Baseball	1212.91	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,213 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
17	Saint Ambrose University	Wrestling	1037.08	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,037 126.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
18	Northwestern College	Softball	1036.19	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,036 400.6% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
19	Simpson College	Volleyball	1014.71	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,015 514.2% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
20	Northwestern College	Basketball	1010.48	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,010 0.0% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
21	Morningside University	Basketball	998.31	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $998 657.3% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
22	Buena Vista University	Tennis	941	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $941 160.7% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
23	Saint Ambrose University	Softball	900.96	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $901 35.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
24	Saint Ambrose University	Basketball	871.55	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $872 106.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
25	Simpson College	Softball	849.72	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $850 14.2% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
26	Cornell College	Lacrosse	812.48	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $812 1.7% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
27	Upper Iowa University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	772	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $772 55.6% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
28	Cornell College	Tennis	739.76	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $740 36.1% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
29	University of Dubuque	Basketball	730.38	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $730 61.1% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
30	Cornell College	Baseball	678.74	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $679 22.4% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
31	Buena Vista University	Football	653.3	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $653 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
32	Northwestern College	Volleyball	607.27	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $607 0.0% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
33	Buena Vista University	Wrestling	597.94	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $598 995.7% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
34	Upper Iowa University	Volleyball	595.94	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $596 2,728.8% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
35	Cornell College	Cross Country	586.41	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $586 335.3% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
36	Morningside University	Golf	567.35	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $567 64.0% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
37	Northwestern College	Baseball	540.12	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $540 297.6% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
38	Buena Vista University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	540.08	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $540 34.1% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
39	Cornell College	Soccer	519.77	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $520 51.9% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
40	Northwestern College	Golf	514.74	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $515 659.3% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
41	Luther College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	512.73	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $513 74.7% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
42	Saint Ambrose University	Football	512.21	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $512 90.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
43	Briar Cliff University	Volleyball	502.58	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $503 51.0% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
44	Upper Iowa University	Softball	477.27	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $477 216.7% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
45	Luther College	Wrestling	468.02	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $468 408.8% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
46	Luther College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	460	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $460 22,872.3% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
47	University of Dubuque	Ice Hockey	422.02	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $422 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
48	University of Dubuque	Soccer	387.85	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $388 5.4% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
49	Buena Vista University	Golf	361.43	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $361 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
50	Waldorf University	Football	360.22	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $360 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
51	Waldorf University	Bowling	360.12	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $360 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
52	Waldorf University	Wrestling	338.9	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $339 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
53	University of Dubuque	Lacrosse	335.8	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $336 6.0% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
54	Saint Ambrose University	Cross Country	321.48	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $321 6.1% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
55	Waldorf University	Cross Country	320.83	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $321 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
56	Buena Vista University	Volleyball	315.56	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $316 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
57	Luther College	Tennis	292.76	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $293 1,386.3% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
58	Simpson College	Gymnastics	280.59	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $281 806.8% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
59	Luther College	Baseball	278.65	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $279 375.0% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
60	Saint Ambrose University	Baseball	277.56	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $278 145.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
61	Northwestern College	Football	272.64	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $273 416.8% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
62	Luther College	Golf	272.62	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $273 132.1% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
63	Waldorf University	Other Sports	266.85	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $267 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
64	Emmaus Bible College	Volleyball	266.3	97.7	970 – 1,240	14393	34653	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Emmaus Bible College Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Emmaus Bible College’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Emmaus Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 57% and 52% of......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $266 301.2% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
65	Briar Cliff University	Baseball	259.29	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $259 90.3% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
66	Buena Vista University	Soccer	250.88	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $251 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
67	Luther College	Basketball	240.98	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $241 818.7% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
68	Mount Mercy University	Bowling	234.74	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $235 11,185.6% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
69	Briar Cliff University	Basketball	228.59	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $229 144.6% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
70	Saint Ambrose University	Other Sports	224.9	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $225 19.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
71	William Penn University	Bowling	216.65	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $217 0.0% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
72	Saint Ambrose University	Volleyball	205.83	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $206 279.1% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
73	Saint Ambrose University	Golf	203.29	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $203 50.2% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
74	William Penn University	Golf	201.74	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $202 4,247.8% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
75	Luther College	Volleyball	200	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $200 187.2% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
76	Mount Mercy University	Track and Field (Indoor)	195	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $195 84.1% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
77	Mount Mercy University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	195	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $195 84.1% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
78	Mount Mercy University	Other Sports	194.87	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $195 0.0% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
79	Luther College	Football	190.64	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $191 2,655.5% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
80	Briar Cliff University	Softball	178.24	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $178 25.2% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
81	Simpson College	Baseball	173.88	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $174 91.4% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
82	Saint Ambrose University	Soccer	173.27	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $173 20.5% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
83	Cornell College	Track and Field (Indoor)	168.06	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $168 119.8% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
84	Cornell College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	168.06	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $168 119.8% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
85	Luther College	Soccer	167.38	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $167 124.0% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
86	University of Dubuque	Golf	163.39	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $163 48.5% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
87	Simpson College	Soccer	157.92	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $158 264.5% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
88	Emmaus Bible College	Soccer	144.24	97.7	970 – 1,240	14393	34653	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Emmaus Bible College Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Emmaus Bible College’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Emmaus Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 57% and 52% of......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $144 56.4% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
89	Cornell College	Football	142.52	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $143 26.6% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
90	Mount Mercy University	Soccer	131.59	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $132 136.9% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
91	Emmaus Bible College	Basketball	128.5	97.7	970 – 1,240	14393	34653	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Emmaus Bible College Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Emmaus Bible College’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Emmaus Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 57% and 52% of......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $129 76.2% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
92	Saint Ambrose University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	128.06	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $128 9.2% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
93	University of Dubuque	Baseball	125.3	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $125 84.7% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
94	Saint Ambrose University	Swimming	124.15	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $124 Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
95	Luther College	Bowling	122.33	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $122 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
96	Upper Iowa University	Other Sports	120.71	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $121 89.8% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
97	Saint Ambrose University	Tennis	120.37	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $120 30.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
98	Morningside University	Football	117.63	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $118 46.1% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
99	Mount Mercy University	Softball	114.58	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $115 0.0% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
100	Simpson College	Football	107.5	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $108 107.6% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
101	William Penn University	Other Sports	102.99	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $103 12,773.8% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
102	Northwestern College	Wrestling	102.43	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $102 37,837.0% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
103	Morningside University	Swimming	97.03	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $97 72.3% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
104	Waldorf University	Rifle	89.44	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Rifle Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $89 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
105	Saint Ambrose University	Lacrosse	85	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $85 40.5% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
106	Briar Cliff University	Other Sports	82.36	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $82 117.0% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
107	Briar Cliff University	Soccer	76.01	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $76 247.1% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
108	Northwestern College	Tennis	75.33	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $75 0.0% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
109	Saint Ambrose University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	63.95	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $64 27.1% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
110	Waldorf University	Ice Hockey	63.82	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $64 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
111	Mount Mercy University	Volleyball	63.2	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $63 88.0% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
112	Briar Cliff University	Golf	61.43	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $61 105.6% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
113	Upper Iowa University	Basketball	59.24	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $59 0.4% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
114	Briar Cliff University	Wrestling	55.18	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $55 111.9% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
115	Waldorf University	Softball	53.64	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $54 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
116	William Penn University	Basketball	50.47	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $50 0.0% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
117	Saint Ambrose University	Track and Field (Indoor)	49.6	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $50 39.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
118	University of Dubuque	Football	48.01	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $48 80.7% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
119	Saint Ambrose University	Bowling	44.8	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $45 19.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
120	Northwestern College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	42.81	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $43 110.9% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
121	University of Dubuque	Softball	36.29	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $36 117.7% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
122	William Penn University	Wrestling	36.24	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $36 0.0% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
123	Mount Mercy University	Cross Country	28.07	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $28 0.0% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
124	William Penn University	Volleyball	27.41	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#124 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $27 0.0% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
125	Northwestern College	Soccer	21.41	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#125 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $21 87.2% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
126	Briar Cliff University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	17.8	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#126 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $18 102.3% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
127	William Penn University	Baseball	13.67	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#127 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $14 125.2% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
128	Briar Cliff University	Football	13.33	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#128 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13 94.3% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
129	Emmaus Bible College	Cross Country	12.5	97.7	970 – 1,240	14393	34653	#129 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Emmaus Bible College Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Emmaus Bible College’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Emmaus Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 57% and 52% of......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13 91.1% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
130	University of Dubuque	Track and Field (Indoor)	10.56	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#130 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11 92.1% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
131	University of Dubuque	Track and Field (Outdoor)	10.55	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#131 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11 92.1% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
132	William Penn University	Football	9.8	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#132 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10 58.3% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
133	William Penn University	Softball	9.41	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#133 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9 0.0% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
134	University of Dubuque	Wrestling	6.86	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#134 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $7 315.8% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
135	Morningside University	Soccer	4.65	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#135 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5 102.7% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
136	University of Dubuque	Tennis	3.77	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#136 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4 96.9% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
137	Mount Mercy University	Basketball	0.36	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#137 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 99.6% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
138	Central College	Basketball	0.04	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#138 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $0 0.0% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
139	Central College	Baseball	0	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#139 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
140	Central College	Football	0	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#140 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
141	Central College	Golf	0	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#141 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
142	Central College	Soccer	0	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#142 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
143	Central College	Softball	0	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#143 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
144	Central College	Tennis	0	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#144 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
145	Central College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#145 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
146	Central College	Cross Country	0	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#146 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
147	Central College	Volleyball	0	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#147 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
148	Central College	Other Sports	0	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#148 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
149	Clarke University	Baseball	0	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#149 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
150	Clarke University	Basketball	0	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#150 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
151	Clarke University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#151 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
152	Clarke University	Football	0	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#152 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
153	Clarke University	Golf	0	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#153 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
154	Clarke University	Lacrosse	0	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#154 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
155	Clarke University	Soccer	0	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#155 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
156	Clarke University	Softball	0	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#156 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
157	Clarke University	Volleyball	0	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#157 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
158	Clarke University	Other Sports	0	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#158 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
159	Clarke University	Bowling	0	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#159 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
160	Coe College	Baseball	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#160 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
161	Coe College	Basketball	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#161 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
162	Coe College	Football	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#162 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
163	Coe College	Golf	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#163 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
164	Coe College	Rifle	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#164 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Rifle Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
165	Coe College	Soccer	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#165 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
166	Coe College	Softball	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#166 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
167	Coe College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#167 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
168	Coe College	Swimming	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#168 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
169	Coe College	Tennis	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#169 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
170	Coe College	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#170 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
171	Coe College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#171 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
172	Coe College	Cross Country	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#172 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
173	Coe College	Volleyball	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#173 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
174	Coe College	Wrestling	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#174 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
175	Coe College	Other Sports	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#175 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
176	Coe College	Archery	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#176 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Archery Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
177	Coe College	Bowling	0	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#177 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
178	Dordt University	Baseball	0	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#178 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
179	Dordt University	Basketball	0	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#179 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
180	Dordt University	Football	0	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#180 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
181	Dordt University	Golf	0	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#181 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
182	Dordt University	Soccer	0	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#182 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
183	Dordt University	Softball	0	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#183 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
184	Dordt University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#184 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
185	Dordt University	Cross Country	0	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#185 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
186	Dordt University	Volleyball	0	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#186 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
187	Dordt University	Other Sports	0	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#187 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
188	Drake University	Basketball	0	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#188 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
189	Drake University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#189 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
190	Drake University	Football	0	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#190 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
191	Drake University	Golf	0	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#191 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
192	Drake University	Rowing	0	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#192 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
193	Drake University	Soccer	0	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#193 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
194	Drake University	Softball	0	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#194 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
195	Drake University	Tennis	0	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#195 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
196	Drake University	Volleyball	0	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#196 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
197	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	Basketball	0	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#197 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
198	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	Soccer	0	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#198 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
199	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#199 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
200	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	Cross Country	0	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#200 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
201	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	Volleyball	0	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#201 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
202	Graceland University-Lamoni	Baseball	0	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#202 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
203	Graceland University-Lamoni	Basketball	0	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#203 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
204	Graceland University-Lamoni	Football	0	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#204 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
205	Graceland University-Lamoni	Golf	0	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#205 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
206	Graceland University-Lamoni	Soccer	0	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#206 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
207	Graceland University-Lamoni	Softball	0	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#207 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
208	Graceland University-Lamoni	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#208 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
209	Graceland University-Lamoni	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#209 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
210	Graceland University-Lamoni	Cross Country	0	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#210 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
211	Graceland University-Lamoni	Volleyball	0	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#211 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
212	Graceland University-Lamoni	Wrestling	0	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#212 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
213	Graceland University-Lamoni	Rodeo	0	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#213 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Rodeo Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
214	Grand View University	Baseball	0	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#214 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
215	Grand View University	Basketball	0	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#215 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
216	Grand View University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#216 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
217	Grand View University	Football	0	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#217 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
218	Grand View University	Golf	0	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#218 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
219	Grand View University	Rifle	0	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#219 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Rifle Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
220	Grand View University	Soccer	0	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#220 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
221	Grand View University	Softball	0	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#221 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
222	Grand View University	Tennis	0	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#222 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
223	Grand View University	Volleyball	0	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#223 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
224	Grand View University	Wrestling	0	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#224 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
225	Grand View University	Other Sports	0	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#225 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
226	Grand View University	Bowling	0	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#226 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
227	Grinnell College	Baseball	0	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#227 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
228	Grinnell College	Basketball	0	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#228 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
229	Grinnell College	Football	0	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#229 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
230	Grinnell College	Golf	0	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#230 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
231	Grinnell College	Soccer	0	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#231 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
232	Grinnell College	Softball	0	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#232 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
233	Grinnell College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#233 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
234	Grinnell College	Tennis	0	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#234 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
235	Grinnell College	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#235 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
236	Grinnell College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#236 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
237	Grinnell College	Cross Country	0	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#237 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
238	Grinnell College	Volleyball	0	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#238 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
239	Loras College	Baseball	0	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#239 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
240	Loras College	Basketball	0	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#240 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
241	Loras College	Football	0	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#241 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
242	Loras College	Golf	0	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#242 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
243	Loras College	Soccer	0	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#243 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
244	Loras College	Softball	0	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#244 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
245	Loras College	Swimming	0	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#245 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
246	Loras College	Tennis	0	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#246 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
247	Loras College	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#247 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
248	Loras College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#248 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
249	Loras College	Cross Country	0	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#249 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
250	Loras College	Volleyball	0	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#250 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
251	Loras College	Wrestling	0	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#251 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
252	Mount Mercy University	Baseball	0	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#252 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
253	Mount Mercy University	Golf	0	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#253 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
254	Mount Mercy University	Lacrosse	0	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#254 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
255	Northwestern College	Other Sports	0	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#255 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
256	University of Dubuque	Cross Country	0	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#256 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
257	University of Northern Iowa	Basketball	0	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#257 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
258	University of Northern Iowa	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#258 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
259	University of Northern Iowa	Football	0	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#259 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
260	University of Northern Iowa	Golf	0	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#260 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
261	University of Northern Iowa	Soccer	0	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#261 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
262	University of Northern Iowa	Softball	0	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#262 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
263	University of Northern Iowa	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#263 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
264	University of Northern Iowa	Tennis	0	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#264 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
265	University of Northern Iowa	Volleyball	0	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#265 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
266	University of Northern Iowa	Wrestling	0	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#266 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
267	Waldorf University	Soccer	0	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#267 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
268	Waldorf University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#268 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
269	Waldorf University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#269 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
270	Wartburg College	Baseball	0	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#270 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
271	Wartburg College	Basketball	0	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#271 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
272	Wartburg College	Football	0	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#272 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
273	Wartburg College	Golf	0	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#273 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
274	Wartburg College	Soccer	0	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#274 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
275	Wartburg College	Softball	0	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#275 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
276	Wartburg College	Tennis	0	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#276 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
277	Wartburg College	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#277 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
278	Wartburg College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#278 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
279	Wartburg College	Cross Country	0	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#279 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
280	Wartburg College	Volleyball	0	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#280 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
281	Wartburg College	Wrestling	0	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#281 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
282	Wartburg College	Other Sports	0	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#282 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
283	Wartburg College	Bowling	0	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#283 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
284	William Penn University	Lacrosse	0	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#284 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
285	William Penn University	Soccer	0	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#285 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
286	William Penn University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#286 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
287	William Penn University	Cross Country	0	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#287 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
288	Central College	Track and Field (Indoor)	-0.01	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#288 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
289	Central College	Wrestling	-0.03	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#289 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
290	William Penn University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	-2.59	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#290 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
291	Luther College	Softball	-22.58	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#291 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
292	Simpson College	Swimming	-31.65	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#292 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
293	Upper Iowa University	Football	-70.02	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#293 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
294	Morningside University	Volleyball	-76.13	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#294 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
295	Upper Iowa University	Soccer	-95.37	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#295 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
296	Morningside University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-103.83	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#296 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
297	Simpson College	Tennis	-112.75	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#297 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
298	Simpson College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-128.72	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#298 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
299	Buena Vista University	Other Sports	-139.31	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#299 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
300	Upper Iowa University	Baseball	-244.69	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#300 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
301	Morningside University	Bowling	-418.61	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#301 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
302	Simpson College	Basketball	-419.54	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#302 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
303	Simpson College	Other Sports	-434.7	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#303 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
304	Buena Vista University	Baseball	-439.09	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#304 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
305	Buena Vista University	Basketball	-453.51	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#305 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
306	Simpson College	Wrestling	-493.67	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#306 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
307	Simpson College	Golf	-666.96	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#307 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
308	Morningside University	Tennis	-1324	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#308 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
309	Buena Vista University	Softball	-3415.18	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#309 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
310	Iowa State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-18456.32	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#310 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
311	University of Iowa	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	-21283.09	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#311 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
312	University of Iowa	Basketball	-31204.3	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#312 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
313	University of Iowa	Rowing	-34963.42	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#313 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
314	Iowa State University	Soccer	-37636.89	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#314 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
315	University of Iowa	Wrestling	-38244.72	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#315 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
316	Iowa State University	Wrestling	-48926.48	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#316 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
317	University of Iowa	Soccer	-53044.62	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#317 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
318	Iowa State University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-53494.52	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#318 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
319	University of Iowa	Swimming and Diving (combined)	-59507	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#319 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
320	University of Iowa	Baseball	-59814.65	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#320 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
321	Iowa State University	Softball	-67200.32	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#321 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
322	University of Iowa	Golf	-80416.78	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#322 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
323	University of Iowa	Softball	-83754.48	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#323 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
324	Iowa State University	Gymnastics	-84117	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#324 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
325	University of Iowa	Field Hockey	-88121.96	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#325 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
326	University of Iowa	Gymnastics	-88805.81	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#326 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
327	University of Iowa	Volleyball	-99474.79	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#327 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
328	Iowa State University	Volleyball	-100838.39	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#328 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
329	University of Iowa	Tennis	-131387.44	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#329 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
330	Iowa State University	Golf	-152618.5	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#330 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
331	Iowa State University	Tennis	-204260	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#331 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873