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Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York

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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	Syracuse University	Basketball	338434	46.11	1,290 – 1,440	51520	60459	#1 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Syracuse University Syracuse, NY Based in Syracuse, Syracuse University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requires $85 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 81% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Syracuse University, there is a 90% first year retention rate and around 72% of undergraduates will......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $338,434 40.1% Acceptance Rate 46.1% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $51,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,459
2	Binghamton University	Softball	115117.95	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#2 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $115,118 38.2% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
3	Syracuse University	Football	92925.19	46.11	1,290 – 1,440	51520	60459	#3 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Syracuse University Syracuse, NY Based in Syracuse, Syracuse University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requires $85 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 81% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Syracuse University, there is a 90% first year retention rate and around 72% of undergraduates will......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $92,925 66.9% Acceptance Rate 46.1% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $51,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,459
4	Molloy University	Other Sports	47127	81.74	1,100 – 1,300	25938	78372	#4 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY Molloy University was founded as the Molloy Catholic College for Women in 1955. The school became fully co-educational in 1982, and would be known as Molloy University in 2022. Cheered on by their mascot, Victor E. Lion, student athletes are known as the Lions....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $47,127 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $25,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,372
5	Le Moyne College	Volleyball	27668.6	78.7	1,170 – 1,340	22139	53493	#5 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY Located in Syracuse, Le Moyne College’s acceptance rate is 79%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Le Moyne College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $27,669 15,228.9% Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,493
6	Binghamton University	Baseball	21436.29	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#6 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $21,436 98.4% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
7	Le Moyne College	Basketball	19611.68	78.7	1,170 – 1,340	22139	53493	#7 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY Located in Syracuse, Le Moyne College’s acceptance rate is 79%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Le Moyne College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $19,612 4,681.1% Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,493
8	University at Albany	Golf	13307.29	69.09	1,160 – 1,330	19165	51380	#8 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending the University at Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 83% and 59% of students......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13,307 565.4% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
9	University at Albany	Basketball	11950.14	69.09	1,160 – 1,330	19165	51380	#9 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending the University at Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 83% and 59% of students......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,950 11.7% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
10	Clarkson University	Ice Hockey	11615	77.36	1,210 – 1,400	33192	76970	#10 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Clarkson University Potsdam, NY Found in Potsdam, Clarkson University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Clarkson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11,615 21.8% Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,970
11	Hilbert College	Basketball	6887.28	98	980 – 1,180	22224	45369	#11 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 98% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $6,887 0.0% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
12	Roberts Wesleyan University	Other Sports	5608.75	70.58	1,020 – 1,330	24202	56275	#12 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, NY Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,609 Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,275
13	University at Albany	Football	5106.79	69.09	1,160 – 1,330	19165	51380	#13 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending the University at Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 83% and 59% of students......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5,107 6.1% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
14	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Softball	4820.21	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#14 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,820 77.5% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
15	Utica University	Ice Hockey	4314.91	86.79	1,030 – 1,210	22510	57422	#15 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4,315 0.0% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
16	SUNY College at Geneseo	Ice Hockey	3608	66.45	1,200 – 1,350	18698	51097	#16 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 90% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,608 80.8% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
17	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Wrestling	3597.31	32.47	1,140 – 1,320	5173	96770	#17 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,390 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,597 24.1% Acceptance Rate 32.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $5,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
18	State University of New York at Oswego	Ice Hockey	3580.3	80.57	1,060 – 1,270	16923	46358	#18 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,580 7.1% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
19	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Basketball	3262.76	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#19 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3,263 954.5% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
20	SUNY Maritime College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	2802	72.42	1,130 – 1,300	20398	83439	#20 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Maritime College Throggs Neck, NY SUNY Maritime College, founded in 1847, is located about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. Students at SUNY Maritime College can "Chart Your Own Course," which means they can choose from one of two different experiences—the Traditional Lifestyle (a more traditional campus experience) or the Regiment Lifestyle (preparing cadets......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,802 2,062.9% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,398 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
21	SUNY Maritime College	Cross Country	2802	72.42	1,130 – 1,300	20398	83439	#21 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Maritime College Throggs Neck, NY SUNY Maritime College, founded in 1847, is located about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. Students at SUNY Maritime College can "Chart Your Own Course," which means they can choose from one of two different experiences—the Traditional Lifestyle (a more traditional campus experience) or the Regiment Lifestyle (preparing cadets......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,802 5,143.2% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,398 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
22	SUNY Maritime College	Volleyball	2802	72.42	1,130 – 1,300	20398	83439	#22 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Maritime College Throggs Neck, NY SUNY Maritime College, founded in 1847, is located about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. Students at SUNY Maritime College can "Chart Your Own Course," which means they can choose from one of two different experiences—the Traditional Lifestyle (a more traditional campus experience) or the Regiment Lifestyle (preparing cadets......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,802 870.5% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,398 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
23	Le Moyne College	Golf	2756.44	78.7	1,170 – 1,340	22139	53493	#23 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY Located in Syracuse, Le Moyne College’s acceptance rate is 79%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Le Moyne College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,756 14.8% Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,493
24	SUNY College at Geneseo	Basketball	2743.26	66.45	1,200 – 1,350	18698	51097	#24 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 90% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,743 103.3% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
25	Hilbert College	Softball	2617.74	98	980 – 1,180	22224	45369	#25 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 98% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,618 0.0% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
26	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Tennis	2593.4	32.47	1,140 – 1,320	5173	96770	#26 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,390 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,593 29.2% Acceptance Rate 32.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $5,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
27	Russell Sage College	Basketball	2501.3	53.26	1,020 – 1,250	23588	51139	#27 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 52% four......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,501 7.5% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
28	Binghamton University	Soccer	2455.75	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#28 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,456 96.6% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
29	State University of New York at Plattsburgh	Ice Hockey	2331.98	75.18	1,100 – 1,270	15982	48089	#29 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Plattsburgh Plattsburgh, NY Found in Plattsburgh, State University of New York at Plattsburgh accepts 75% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,332 54.2% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $15,982 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,089
30	Hilbert College	Baseball	2301.72	98	980 – 1,180	22224	45369	#30 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 98% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,302 0.0% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
31	Pace University	Basketball	2244.47	75.92	1,190 – 1,360	34299	52767	#31 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Pace University New York, NY Located in New York, Pace University’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Pace University currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,244 0.0% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $34,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,767
32	Union College	Ice Hockey	2242.55	43.92	1,320 – 1,480	42884	63219	#32 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 90%, and 80% will graduate within four years. 85% graduate in six. Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,243 45.2% Acceptance Rate 43.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
33	Hilbert College	Soccer	2134.2	98	980 – 1,180	22224	45369	#33 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 98% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,134 0.0% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
34	SUNY Maritime College	Baseball	2128.12	72.42	1,130 – 1,300	20398	83439	#34 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Maritime College Throggs Neck, NY SUNY Maritime College, founded in 1847, is located about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. Students at SUNY Maritime College can "Chart Your Own Course," which means they can choose from one of two different experiences—the Traditional Lifestyle (a more traditional campus experience) or the Regiment Lifestyle (preparing cadets......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,128 1,013.4% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,398 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
35	Daemen University	Volleyball	2000	73.75	950 – 1,150	18944	59912	#35 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Daemen University Amherst, NY Located in Amherst, Daemen University’s acceptance rate is 74% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Daemen University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $2,000 2,665.1% Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,944 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,912
36	Nazareth University	Basketball	1998.86	74.72	1,080 – 1,340	31321	47717	#36 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,999 29.5% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
37	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Soccer	1982.06	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#37 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,982 14.1% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
38	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Golf	1904.6	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#38 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,905 160.1% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
39	Binghamton University	Lacrosse	1850.22	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#39 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,850 96.6% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
40	Molloy University	Baseball	1821.56	81.74	1,100 – 1,300	25938	78372	#40 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY Molloy University was founded as the Molloy Catholic College for Women in 1955. The school became fully co-educational in 1982, and would be known as Molloy University in 2022. Cheered on by their mascot, Victor E. Lion, student athletes are known as the Lions....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,822 517.9% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $25,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,372
41	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Soccer	1756.28	32.47	1,140 – 1,320	5173	96770	#41 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,390 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,756 19.1% Acceptance Rate 32.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $5,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
42	SUNY College of Technology at Canton	Ice Hockey	1733.93	92.15	1,000 – 1,160	14451	42079	#42 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, NY Based in Canton, SUNY College of Technology at Canton accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 82% of students attending SUNY College of Technology at Canton currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,734 37.9% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,079
43	Rochester Institute of Technology	Volleyball	1720.59	66.93	1,280 – 1,460	39753	65457	#43 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,721 8.1% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,753 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
44	St. John Fisher University	Softball	1647.48	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#44 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,647 1.4% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
45	SUNY College of Technology at Canton	Soccer	1632.1	92.15	1,000 – 1,160	14451	42079	#45 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, NY Based in Canton, SUNY College of Technology at Canton accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 82% of students attending SUNY College of Technology at Canton currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,632 54.3% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,079
46	State University of New York at New Paltz	Basketball	1609.12	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	17848	45555	#46 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,609 458.8% Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $17,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
47	Pace University	Baseball	1543.47	75.92	1,190 – 1,360	34299	52767	#47 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Pace University New York, NY Located in New York, Pace University’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Pace University currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,543 0.0% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $34,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,767
48	Nazareth University	Equestrian	1511.33	74.72	1,080 – 1,340	31321	47717	#48 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,511 4.0% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
49	Rochester Institute of Technology	Baseball	1490.39	66.93	1,280 – 1,460	39753	65457	#49 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,490 104.5% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,753 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
50	Molloy University	Softball	1473.65	81.74	1,100 – 1,300	25938	78372	#50 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY Molloy University was founded as the Molloy Catholic College for Women in 1955. The school became fully co-educational in 1982, and would be known as Molloy University in 2022. Cheered on by their mascot, Victor E. Lion, student athletes are known as the Lions....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,474 107.5% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $25,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,372
51	Manhattanville University	Basketball	1437.11	87.34	1,060 – 1,230	25017	45056	#51 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $25,197 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,437 8.6% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $25,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
52	Pace University	Softball	1427.5	75.92	1,190 – 1,360	34299	52767	#52 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Pace University New York, NY Located in New York, Pace University’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Pace University currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,428 0.0% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $34,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,767
53	SUNY College of Technology at Canton	Baseball	1354.68	92.15	1,000 – 1,160	14451	42079	#53 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, NY Based in Canton, SUNY College of Technology at Canton accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 82% of students attending SUNY College of Technology at Canton currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,355 1.5% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,079
54	State University of New York at New Paltz	Swimming	1241.11	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	17848	45555	#54 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,241 281.9% Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $17,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
55	Manhattanville University	Field Hockey	1166.13	87.34	1,060 – 1,230	25017	45056	#55 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $25,197 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,166 3.5% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $25,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
56	Rochester Institute of Technology	Wrestling	1163.94	66.93	1,280 – 1,460	39753	65457	#56 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,164 936.5% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,753 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
57	State University of New York at New Paltz	Baseball	1152.7	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	17848	45555	#57 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,153 170.1% Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $17,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
58	State University of New York at New Paltz	Softball	1139.27	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	17848	45555	#58 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,139 84.9% Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $17,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
59	Hilbert College	Volleyball	1137	98	980 – 1,180	22224	45369	#59 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 98% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,137 0.0% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
60	State University of New York at Plattsburgh	Cross Country	1120.81	75.18	1,100 – 1,270	15982	48089	#60 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Plattsburgh Plattsburgh, NY Found in Plattsburgh, State University of New York at Plattsburgh accepts 75% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,121 54.6% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $15,982 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,089
61	Clarkson University	Soccer	1109.81	77.36	1,210 – 1,400	33192	76970	#61 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Clarkson University Potsdam, NY Found in Potsdam, Clarkson University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Clarkson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,110 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,970
62	Rochester Institute of Technology	Ice Hockey	1108.07	66.93	1,280 – 1,460	39753	65457	#62 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,108 9.9% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,753 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
63	Pace University	Lacrosse	1090.33	75.92	1,190 – 1,360	34299	52767	#63 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Pace University New York, NY Located in New York, Pace University’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Pace University currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,090 0.0% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $34,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,767
64	State University of New York at New Paltz	Soccer	1089.12	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	17848	45555	#64 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,089 34.0% Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $17,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
65	Roberts Wesleyan University	Bowling	1075.29	70.58	1,020 – 1,330	24202	56275	#65 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, NY Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,075 109.3% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,275
66	Nazareth University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	1070.19	74.72	1,080 – 1,340	31321	47717	#66 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,070 10.5% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
67	Pace University	Volleyball	1054.74	75.92	1,190 – 1,360	34299	52767	#67 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Pace University New York, NY Located in New York, Pace University’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Pace University currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,055 1,299.8% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $34,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,767
68	Russell Sage College	Softball	1039.16	53.26	1,020 – 1,250	23588	51139	#68 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 52% four......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,039 61.5% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
69	Pace University	Field Hockey	1036.88	75.92	1,190 – 1,360	34299	52767	#69 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Pace University New York, NY Located in New York, Pace University’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Pace University currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate......Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,037 0.0% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $34,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,767
70	Vassar College	Squash	1034.75	18.57	1,460 – 1,550	29733	49177	#70 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Vassar College Poughkeepsie, NY Vassar College offers 50 majors and programs, with the most popular being Economics, General. A few former students of Vassar include Anne Hathaway, Jane Fonda, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Anthony Bourdain. Opened in 1861, it was the second institution in the United States that granted degrees to women. Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,035 1,736.9% Acceptance Rate 18.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,177
71	State University of New York at New Paltz	Tennis	1013	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	17848	45555	#71 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $1,013 78.0% Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $17,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
72	Nazareth University	Ice Hockey	996.47	74.72	1,080 – 1,340	31321	47717	#72 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $996 7.5% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
73	Five Towns College	Basketball	983.62	73.89	800 – 1,020	23005	25305	#73 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Five Towns College Dix Hills, NY Located in Dix Hills, Five Towns College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 88% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $984 0.0% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 800 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $23,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,305
74	SUNY College of Technology at Canton	Basketball	934.11	92.15	1,000 – 1,160	14451	42079	#74 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, NY Based in Canton, SUNY College of Technology at Canton accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 82% of students attending SUNY College of Technology at Canton currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $934 27.4% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,079
75	Manhattanville University	Golf	917.91	87.34	1,060 – 1,230	25017	45056	#75 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $25,197 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $918 290.5% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $25,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
76	Roberts Wesleyan University	Cross Country	917.14	70.58	1,020 – 1,330	24202	56275	#76 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, NY Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $917 35.4% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,275
77	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Basketball	912.61	32.47	1,140 – 1,320	5173	96770	#77 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,390 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $913 48.8% Acceptance Rate 32.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $5,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
78	Union College	Baseball	906.7	43.92	1,320 – 1,480	42884	63219	#78 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 90%, and 80% will graduate within four years. 85% graduate in six. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $907 477,110.5% Acceptance Rate 43.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
79	SUNY College at Geneseo	Softball	896.13	66.45	1,200 – 1,350	18698	51097	#79 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 90% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $896 56.5% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
80	State University of New York at Plattsburgh	Tennis	880.36	75.18	1,100 – 1,270	15982	48089	#80 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Plattsburgh Plattsburgh, NY Found in Plattsburgh, State University of New York at Plattsburgh accepts 75% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $880 231.8% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $15,982 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,089
81	Mount Saint Mary College	Volleyball	873	88.88	1,010 – 1,170	24588	59588	#81 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Located in Newburgh, Mount Saint Mary College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $873 278.7% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,588
82	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Baseball	870.71	32.47	1,140 – 1,320	5173	96770	#82 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,390 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $871 34.7% Acceptance Rate 32.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $5,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
83	Molloy University	Basketball	850.68	81.74	1,100 – 1,300	25938	78372	#83 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY Molloy University was founded as the Molloy Catholic College for Women in 1955. The school became fully co-educational in 1982, and would be known as Molloy University in 2022. Cheered on by their mascot, Victor E. Lion, student athletes are known as the Lions....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $851 4.3% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $25,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,372
84	Union College	Tennis	847.46	43.92	1,320 – 1,480	42884	63219	#84 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 90%, and 80% will graduate within four years. 85% graduate in six. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $847 22.5% Acceptance Rate 43.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
85	CUNY Queens College	Baseball	830.71	64.34	1,010 – 1,290	5339	48548	#85 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Found in Queens, CUNY Queens College accepts 64% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $831 314.2% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,339 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
86	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Cross Country	824.38	32.47	1,140 – 1,320	5173	96770	#86 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,390 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $824 34.9% Acceptance Rate 32.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $5,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
87	Cornell University	Other Sports	816.46	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#87 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $816 669.2% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
88	State University of New York at New Paltz	Volleyball	815.7	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	17848	45555	#88 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $816 682.1% Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $17,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
89	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Field Hockey	815.64	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#89 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $816 207.9% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
90	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Swimming and Diving (combined)	814.29	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#90 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $814 140.4% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
91	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Swimming	814.26	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#91 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $814 Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
92	University of Mount Saint Vincent	Cross Country	809.6	84.64	920 – 1,200	21844	53755	#92 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York University of Mount Saint Vincent Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, the University of Mount Saint Vincent accepts 85% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 84% of students attending the University of Mount Saint Vincent will receive grant aid from the school. 71% of students continued their studies at the University of Mount Saint......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $810 41.7% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,755
93	Russell Sage College	Tennis	806.57	53.26	1,020 – 1,250	23588	51139	#93 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 52% four......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $807 20.8% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
94	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Lacrosse	804.97	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#94 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $805 20.2% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
95	SUNY Maritime College	Rowing	802	72.42	1,130 – 1,300	20398	83439	#95 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Maritime College Throggs Neck, NY SUNY Maritime College, founded in 1847, is located about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. Students at SUNY Maritime College can "Chart Your Own Course," which means they can choose from one of two different experiences—the Traditional Lifestyle (a more traditional campus experience) or the Regiment Lifestyle (preparing cadets......Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $802 1,746.8% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,398 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
96	Pace University	Football	789.41	75.92	1,190 – 1,360	34299	52767	#96 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Pace University New York, NY Located in New York, Pace University’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Pace University currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $789 95.1% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $34,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,767
97	Rochester Institute of Technology	Basketball	781.7	66.93	1,280 – 1,460	39753	65457	#97 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $782 21.8% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,753 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
98	SUNY College of Technology at Canton	Golf	779.67	92.15	1,000 – 1,160	14451	42079	#98 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, NY Based in Canton, SUNY College of Technology at Canton accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 82% of students attending SUNY College of Technology at Canton currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $780 23.7% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,079
99	Pace University	Soccer	766.74	75.92	1,190 – 1,360	34299	52767	#99 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Pace University New York, NY Located in New York, Pace University’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Pace University currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $767 0.0% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $34,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,767
100	SUNY Maritime College	Soccer	759.09	72.42	1,130 – 1,300	20398	83439	#100 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Maritime College Throggs Neck, NY SUNY Maritime College, founded in 1847, is located about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. Students at SUNY Maritime College can "Chart Your Own Course," which means they can choose from one of two different experiences—the Traditional Lifestyle (a more traditional campus experience) or the Regiment Lifestyle (preparing cadets......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $759 3,300.2% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,398 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
101	State University of New York at Oswego	Basketball	757.24	80.57	1,060 – 1,270	16923	46358	#101 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $757 7,146.3% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
102	Russell Sage College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	752.5	53.26	1,020 – 1,250	23588	51139	#102 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 52% four......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $753 169.7% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
103	Russell Sage College	Track and Field (Indoor)	750.28	53.26	1,020 – 1,250	23588	51139	#103 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 52% four......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $750 0.3% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
104	New York University	Diving	750	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30730	64543	#104 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. Sport Diving Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $750 Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
105	St. John Fisher University	Volleyball	730.47	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#105 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $730 46.9% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
106	Nazareth University	Soccer	726.7	74.72	1,080 – 1,340	31321	47717	#106 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $727 34.8% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
107	Rochester Institute of Technology	Soccer	709.74	66.93	1,280 – 1,460	39753	65457	#107 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $710 56.4% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,753 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
108	SUNY College of Technology at Canton	Cross Country	706	92.15	1,000 – 1,160	14451	42079	#108 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, NY Based in Canton, SUNY College of Technology at Canton accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 82% of students attending SUNY College of Technology at Canton currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $706 8.6% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,079
109	CUNY Queens College	Softball	700.67	64.34	1,010 – 1,290	5339	48548	#109 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Found in Queens, CUNY Queens College accepts 64% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $701 16.6% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,339 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
110	Nazareth University	Lacrosse	697.29	74.72	1,080 – 1,340	31321	47717	#110 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $697 29.6% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
111	Russell Sage College	Lacrosse	695.21	53.26	1,020 – 1,250	23588	51139	#111 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 52% four......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $695 90.2% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
112	St. John Fisher University	Lacrosse	693.88	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#112 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $694 2.6% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
113	Roberts Wesleyan University	Swimming	679.08	70.58	1,020 – 1,330	24202	56275	#113 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, NY Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $679 167.3% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,275
114	Manhattanville University	Tennis	676.38	87.34	1,060 – 1,230	25017	45056	#114 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $25,197 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $676 0.0% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $25,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
115	St. John Fisher University	Basketball	659.94	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#115 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $660 48.6% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
116	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Football	655.72	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#116 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $656 84.7% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
117	Rochester Institute of Technology	Lacrosse	655.29	66.93	1,280 – 1,460	39753	65457	#117 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $655 20.2% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,753 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
118	Nazareth University	Softball	650.89	74.72	1,080 – 1,340	31321	47717	#118 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $651 447.2% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
119	Roberts Wesleyan University	Volleyball	642.3	70.58	1,020 – 1,330	24202	56275	#119 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, NY Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $642 284.9% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,275
120	St. Thomas Aquinas College	Golf	631.75	93.05	880 – 1,090	21257	44908	#120 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. Thomas Aquinas College Sparkill, NY Found in Sparkill, St- Thomas Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 93%. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students attending St- Thomas Aquinas College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $632 14.8% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $21,257 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,908
121	Mount Saint Mary College	Soccer	625.95	88.88	1,010 – 1,170	24588	59588	#121 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Located in Newburgh, Mount Saint Mary College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $626 359.1% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,588
122	SUNY College of Technology at Canton	Lacrosse	623.81	92.15	1,000 – 1,160	14451	42079	#122 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, NY Based in Canton, SUNY College of Technology at Canton accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 82% of students attending SUNY College of Technology at Canton currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $624 711.6% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,079
123	Hilbert College	Ice Hockey	620.69	98	980 – 1,180	22224	45369	#123 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 98% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $621 0.0% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
124	Hilbert College	Lacrosse	620.18	98	980 – 1,180	22224	45369	#124 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 98% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $620 0.0% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
125	Binghamton University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	616.74	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#125 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $617 96.3% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
126	Russell Sage College	Golf	616.44	53.26	1,020 – 1,250	23588	51139	#126 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 52% four......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $616 510.6% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
127	Union College	Volleyball	611.89	43.92	1,320 – 1,480	42884	63219	#127 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 90%, and 80% will graduate within four years. 85% graduate in six. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $612 46.6% Acceptance Rate 43.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
128	Mount Saint Mary College	Basketball	603.41	88.88	1,010 – 1,170	24588	59588	#128 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Located in Newburgh, Mount Saint Mary College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $603 494.4% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,588
129	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred	Softball	591	81.75	970 – 1,170	14877	45460	#129 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred, NY Located in Alfred, SUNY College of Technology at Alfred accepts 82% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 91% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Alfred currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At SUNY College of Technology at......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $591 60.1% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,877 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,460
130	Vassar College	Basketball	575	18.57	1,460 – 1,550	29733	49177	#130 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Vassar College Poughkeepsie, NY Vassar College offers 50 majors and programs, with the most popular being Economics, General. A few former students of Vassar include Anne Hathaway, Jane Fonda, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Anthony Bourdain. Opened in 1861, it was the second institution in the United States that granted degrees to women. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $575 71.8% Acceptance Rate 18.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,177
131	Molloy University	Volleyball	574	81.74	1,100 – 1,300	25938	78372	#131 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY Molloy University was founded as the Molloy Catholic College for Women in 1955. The school became fully co-educational in 1982, and would be known as Molloy University in 2022. Cheered on by their mascot, Victor E. Lion, student athletes are known as the Lions....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $574 66.8% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $25,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,372
132	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred	Baseball	570.58	81.75	970 – 1,170	14877	45460	#132 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred, NY Located in Alfred, SUNY College of Technology at Alfred accepts 82% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 91% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Alfred currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At SUNY College of Technology at......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $571 158.3% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,877 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,460
133	SUNY College of Technology at Canton	Other Sports	559.28	92.15	1,000 – 1,160	14451	42079	#133 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, NY Based in Canton, SUNY College of Technology at Canton accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 82% of students attending SUNY College of Technology at Canton currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $559 101.3% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,079
134	New York University	Golf	555.56	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30730	64543	#134 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $556 338.5% Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
135	SUNY Polytechnic Institute	Baseball	530	78.44	1,160 – 1,330	14646	58662	#135 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Polytechnic Institute Utica, NY Found in Utica, SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 89% of students attending SUNY Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $530 18.5% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,646 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,662
136	Manhattanville University	Volleyball	529.03	87.34	1,060 – 1,230	25017	45056	#136 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $25,197 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $529 21.5% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $25,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
137	Clarkson University	Golf	517	77.36	1,210 – 1,400	33192	76970	#137 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Clarkson University Potsdam, NY Found in Potsdam, Clarkson University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Clarkson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $517 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,970
138	SUNY Polytechnic Institute	Softball	513.4	78.44	1,160 – 1,330	14646	58662	#138 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Polytechnic Institute Utica, NY Found in Utica, SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 89% of students attending SUNY Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $513 142.5% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,646 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,662
139	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Ice Hockey	507.75	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#139 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $508 74.9% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
140	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Volleyball	504.73	32.47	1,140 – 1,320	5173	96770	#140 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,390 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $505 46.8% Acceptance Rate 32.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $5,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
141	CUNY Queens College	Basketball	497.7	64.34	1,010 – 1,290	5339	48548	#141 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Found in Queens, CUNY Queens College accepts 64% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $498 126.0% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,339 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
142	SUNY College at Geneseo	Swimming and Diving (combined)	488.61	66.45	1,200 – 1,350	18698	51097	#142 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 90% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $489 351.1% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
143	Hilbert College	Golf	486.75	98	980 – 1,180	22224	45369	#143 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 98% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $487 0.0% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
144	SUNY College of Technology at Canton	Volleyball	481.69	92.15	1,000 – 1,160	14451	42079	#144 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, NY Based in Canton, SUNY College of Technology at Canton accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 82% of students attending SUNY College of Technology at Canton currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $482 36.2% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,079
145	Mount Saint Mary College	Lacrosse	478.67	88.88	1,010 – 1,170	24588	59588	#145 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Located in Newburgh, Mount Saint Mary College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $479 123.5% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,588
146	Le Moyne College	Baseball	476.31	78.7	1,170 – 1,340	22139	53493	#146 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY Located in Syracuse, Le Moyne College’s acceptance rate is 79%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Le Moyne College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $476 451.4% Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,493
147	New York University	Tennis	476.1	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30730	64543	#147 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $476 89.8% Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
148	SUNY College at Geneseo	Lacrosse	474.26	66.45	1,200 – 1,350	18698	51097	#148 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 90% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $474 1.1% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
149	St. John Fisher University	Golf	473.32	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#149 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $473 51.9% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
150	Vassar College	Golf	452.43	18.57	1,460 – 1,550	29733	49177	#150 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Vassar College Poughkeepsie, NY Vassar College offers 50 majors and programs, with the most popular being Economics, General. A few former students of Vassar include Anne Hathaway, Jane Fonda, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Anthony Bourdain. Opened in 1861, it was the second institution in the United States that granted degrees to women. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $452 39.9% Acceptance Rate 18.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,177
151	Molloy University	Lacrosse	447.97	81.74	1,100 – 1,300	25938	78372	#151 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY Molloy University was founded as the Molloy Catholic College for Women in 1955. The school became fully co-educational in 1982, and would be known as Molloy University in 2022. Cheered on by their mascot, Victor E. Lion, student athletes are known as the Lions....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $448 20.8% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $25,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,372
152	State University of New York at Plattsburgh	Track and Field (Outdoor)	446.87	75.18	1,100 – 1,270	15982	48089	#152 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Plattsburgh Plattsburgh, NY Found in Plattsburgh, State University of New York at Plattsburgh accepts 75% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $447 10.7% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $15,982 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,089
153	New York University	Baseball	444.44	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30730	64543	#153 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $444 18.6% Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
154	State University of New York at Oswego	Softball	437.27	80.57	1,060 – 1,270	16923	46358	#154 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $437 93.2% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
155	Russell Sage College	Other Sports	433.31	53.26	1,020 – 1,250	23588	51139	#155 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 52% four......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $433 603.2% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
156	Manhattanville University	Softball	425.77	87.34	1,060 – 1,230	25017	45056	#156 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $25,197 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $426 1,376.3% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $25,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
157	Rochester Institute of Technology	Rowing	422.87	66.93	1,280 – 1,460	39753	65457	#157 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $423 150.8% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,753 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
158	Union College	Lacrosse	419.82	43.92	1,320 – 1,480	42884	63219	#158 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 90%, and 80% will graduate within four years. 85% graduate in six. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $420 43.7% Acceptance Rate 43.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
159	Manhattanville University	Cross Country	419	87.34	1,060 – 1,230	25017	45056	#159 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $25,197 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $419 18.9% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $25,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
160	CUNY Queens College	Soccer	416.51	64.34	1,010 – 1,290	5339	48548	#160 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Found in Queens, CUNY Queens College accepts 64% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $417 30.2% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,339 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
161	Nazareth University	Tennis	413.26	74.72	1,080 – 1,340	31321	47717	#161 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $413 54.9% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
162	Manhattanville University	Ice Hockey	410.67	87.34	1,060 – 1,230	25017	45056	#162 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $25,197 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $411 94.5% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $25,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
163	St. Thomas Aquinas College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	409.28	93.05	880 – 1,090	21257	44908	#163 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. Thomas Aquinas College Sparkill, NY Found in Sparkill, St- Thomas Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 93%. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students attending St- Thomas Aquinas College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $409 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $21,257 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,908
164	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred	Wrestling	404.65	81.75	970 – 1,170	14877	45460	#164 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred, NY Located in Alfred, SUNY College of Technology at Alfred accepts 82% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 91% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Alfred currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At SUNY College of Technology at......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $405 6.7% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,877 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,460
165	State University of New York at Plattsburgh	Track and Field (Indoor)	404.09	75.18	1,100 – 1,270	15982	48089	#165 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Plattsburgh Plattsburgh, NY Found in Plattsburgh, State University of New York at Plattsburgh accepts 75% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $404 20.8% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $15,982 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,089
166	Russell Sage College	Field Hockey	401.47	53.26	1,020 – 1,250	23588	51139	#166 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 52% four......Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $401 89.0% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
167	Nazareth University	Golf	392.7	74.72	1,080 – 1,340	31321	47717	#167 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $393 76.6% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
168	Manhattanville University	Lacrosse	389.83	87.34	1,060 – 1,230	25017	45056	#168 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $25,197 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $390 11.4% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $25,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
169	St. John Fisher University	Baseball	389.11	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#169 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $389 53.6% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
170	New York University	Basketball	386.36	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30730	64543	#170 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $386 109.6% Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
171	St. John Fisher University	Field Hockey	382.96	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#171 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $383 22.5% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
172	Molloy University	Cross Country	381.62	81.74	1,100 – 1,300	25938	78372	#172 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY Molloy University was founded as the Molloy Catholic College for Women in 1955. The school became fully co-educational in 1982, and would be known as Molloy University in 2022. Cheered on by their mascot, Victor E. Lion, student athletes are known as the Lions....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $382 99.9% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $25,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,372
173	Nazareth University	Other Sports	372.12	74.72	1,080 – 1,340	31321	47717	#173 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $372 23.9% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
174	SUNY Old Westbury	Softball	371.76	83.52	1,070 – 1,260	10495	43671	#174 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Old Westbury Old Westbury, NY Based in Old Westbury, SUNY Old Westbury’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 76% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $372 6.2% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $10,495 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,671
175	Hilbert College	Football	369.41	98	980 – 1,180	22224	45369	#175 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 98% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $369 0.0% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
176	State University of New York at New Paltz	Field Hockey	367.38	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	17848	45555	#176 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $367 94.4% Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $17,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
177	State University of New York at Oswego	Baseball	365.77	80.57	1,060 – 1,270	16923	46358	#177 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $366 78.1% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
178	SUNY Morrisville	Equestrian	360.9	90.78	880 – 1,070	16855	39759	#178 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Morrisville Morrisville, NY Based in Morrisville, SUNY Morrisville’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $2,057 on average. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $361 0.0% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $16,855 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,759
179	Roberts Wesleyan University	Lacrosse	360.08	70.58	1,020 – 1,330	24202	56275	#179 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, NY Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $360 19.3% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,275
180	Nazareth University	Volleyball	355.35	74.72	1,080 – 1,340	31321	47717	#180 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $355 181.5% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
181	SUNY Polytechnic Institute	Basketball	353.33	78.44	1,160 – 1,330	14646	58662	#181 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Polytechnic Institute Utica, NY Found in Utica, SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 89% of students attending SUNY Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $353 15.1% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,646 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,662
182	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Swimming and Diving (combined)	345.72	32.47	1,140 – 1,320	5173	96770	#182 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,390 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $346 67.2% Acceptance Rate 32.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $5,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
183	SUNY Morrisville	Volleyball	339.3	90.78	880 – 1,070	16855	39759	#183 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Morrisville Morrisville, NY Based in Morrisville, SUNY Morrisville’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $2,057 on average. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $339 64.3% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $16,855 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,759
184	Rochester Institute of Technology	Swimming and Diving (combined)	338.95	66.93	1,280 – 1,460	39753	65457	#184 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $339 403.6% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,753 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
185	Mount Saint Mary College	Swimming	336	88.88	1,010 – 1,170	24588	59588	#185 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Located in Newburgh, Mount Saint Mary College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $336 147.6% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,588
186	Roberts Wesleyan University	Field Hockey	330.69	70.58	1,020 – 1,330	24202	56275	#186 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, NY Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $331 Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,275
187	University of Mount Saint Vincent	Basketball	329.62	84.64	920 – 1,200	21844	53755	#187 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York University of Mount Saint Vincent Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, the University of Mount Saint Vincent accepts 85% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 84% of students attending the University of Mount Saint Vincent will receive grant aid from the school. 71% of students continued their studies at the University of Mount Saint......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $330 29.0% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,755
188	State University of New York at Oswego	Wrestling	329.61	80.57	1,060 – 1,270	16923	46358	#188 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $330 28.7% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
189	SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry	Track and Field (Indoor)	326	63.28	1,150 – 1,330	19644	48327	#189 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry Syracuse, NY Commonly chosen majors and programs at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry include Conservation Biology, Environmental Science, and Environmental Studies. Located next to Syracuse University, it also has research and education facilities in Adirondack Park, central New York, the Thousand Islands, and Costa Rica. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $326 33.9% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,327
190	New York University	Volleyball	325.58	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30730	64543	#190 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $326 74.6% Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
191	Manhattanville University	Track and Field (Indoor)	324.67	87.34	1,060 – 1,230	25017	45056	#191 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $25,197 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $325 10.6% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $25,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
192	Manhattanville University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	324.67	87.34	1,060 – 1,230	25017	45056	#192 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $25,197 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $325 1.0% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $25,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
193	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Track and Field (Indoor)	323.77	32.47	1,140 – 1,320	5173	96770	#193 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,390 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $324 45.1% Acceptance Rate 32.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $5,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
194	New York University	Wrestling	312.5	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30730	64543	#194 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $313 33.0% Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
195	SUNY College of Technology at Canton	Softball	311.54	92.15	1,000 – 1,160	14451	42079	#195 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, NY Based in Canton, SUNY College of Technology at Canton accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 82% of students attending SUNY College of Technology at Canton currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $312 83.3% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,079
196	Roberts Wesleyan University	Basketball	306.71	70.58	1,020 – 1,330	24202	56275	#196 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, NY Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $307 37.5% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,275
197	SUNY Morrisville	Lacrosse	306.43	90.78	880 – 1,070	16855	39759	#197 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Morrisville Morrisville, NY Based in Morrisville, SUNY Morrisville’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $2,057 on average. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $306 32.0% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $16,855 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,759
198	Russell Sage College	Baseball	306.13	53.26	1,020 – 1,250	23588	51139	#198 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 52% four......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $306 151.8% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
199	SUNY College at Geneseo	Track and Field (Outdoor)	305.36	66.45	1,200 – 1,350	18698	51097	#199 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 90% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $305 72.3% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
200	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	298.04	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#200 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $298 227.6% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
201	SUNY Morrisville	Ice Hockey	297.06	90.78	880 – 1,070	16855	39759	#201 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Morrisville Morrisville, NY Based in Morrisville, SUNY Morrisville’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $2,057 on average. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $297 862.3% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $16,855 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,759
202	Rochester Institute of Technology	Cross Country	295.83	66.93	1,280 – 1,460	39753	65457	#202 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $296 30.3% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,753 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
203	New York University	Soccer	295.08	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30730	64543	#203 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $295 121.1% Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
204	St. John Fisher University	Football	294.49	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#204 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $294 349.6% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
205	SUNY College at Geneseo	Track and Field (Indoor)	293.24	66.45	1,200 – 1,350	18698	51097	#205 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 90% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $293 64.2% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
206	Rochester Institute of Technology	Tennis	285.65	66.93	1,280 – 1,460	39753	65457	#206 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $286 40.6% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,753 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
207	Roberts Wesleyan University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	281.25	70.58	1,020 – 1,330	24202	56275	#207 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, NY Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $281 1,217.9% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,275
208	SUNY Morrisville	Basketball	278	90.78	880 – 1,070	16855	39759	#208 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Morrisville Morrisville, NY Based in Morrisville, SUNY Morrisville’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $2,057 on average. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $278 26.6% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $16,855 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,759
209	Le Moyne College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	273.7	78.7	1,170 – 1,340	22139	53493	#209 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY Located in Syracuse, Le Moyne College’s acceptance rate is 79%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Le Moyne College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $274 1,638.9% Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,493
210	SUNY College at Geneseo	Cross Country	271.2	66.45	1,200 – 1,350	18698	51097	#210 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 90% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $271 7.9% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
211	Roberts Wesleyan University	Track and Field (Indoor)	267.36	70.58	1,020 – 1,330	24202	56275	#211 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, NY Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $267 1,316.1% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,275
212	Pace University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	265.73	75.92	1,190 – 1,360	34299	52767	#212 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Pace University New York, NY Located in New York, Pace University’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Pace University currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $266 91.4% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $34,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,767
213	Nazareth University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	262.28	74.72	1,080 – 1,340	31321	47717	#213 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $262 10.0% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
214	Vassar College	Cross Country	260.34	18.57	1,460 – 1,550	29733	49177	#214 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Vassar College Poughkeepsie, NY Vassar College offers 50 majors and programs, with the most popular being Economics, General. A few former students of Vassar include Anne Hathaway, Jane Fonda, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Anthony Bourdain. Opened in 1861, it was the second institution in the United States that granted degrees to women. Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $260 95.3% Acceptance Rate 18.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,177
215	New York University	Swimming	258.62	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30730	64543	#215 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $259 Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
216	Manhattanville University	Soccer	257.27	87.34	1,060 – 1,230	25017	45056	#216 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $25,197 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $257 35.2% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $25,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
217	SUNY College at Geneseo	Soccer	251.4	66.45	1,200 – 1,350	18698	51097	#217 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 90% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $251 29.2% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
218	Roberts Wesleyan University	Soccer	250.38	70.58	1,020 – 1,330	24202	56275	#218 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, NY Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $250 33.6% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,275
219	Mount Saint Mary College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	250.27	88.88	1,010 – 1,170	24588	59588	#219 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Located in Newburgh, Mount Saint Mary College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $250 0.0% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,588
220	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Football	247.14	32.47	1,140 – 1,320	5173	96770	#220 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,390 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $247 47.6% Acceptance Rate 32.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $5,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
221	Utica University	Basketball	243.9	86.79	1,030 – 1,210	22510	57422	#221 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $244 0.0% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
222	St. John Fisher University	Rowing	241.57	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#222 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $242 59.9% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
223	Vassar College	Fencing	241.42	18.57	1,460 – 1,550	29733	49177	#223 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Vassar College Poughkeepsie, NY Vassar College offers 50 majors and programs, with the most popular being Economics, General. A few former students of Vassar include Anne Hathaway, Jane Fonda, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Anthony Bourdain. Opened in 1861, it was the second institution in the United States that granted degrees to women. Sport Fencing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $241 335.9% Acceptance Rate 18.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,177
224	New York University	Fencing	236.96	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30730	64543	#224 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. Sport Fencing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $237 83.3% Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
225	St. John Fisher University	Soccer	234.96	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#225 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $235 14.3% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
226	Clarkson University	Lacrosse	232.71	77.36	1,210 – 1,400	33192	76970	#226 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Clarkson University Potsdam, NY Found in Potsdam, Clarkson University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Clarkson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $233 53.9% Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,970
227	SUNY Polytechnic Institute	Soccer	231.66	78.44	1,160 – 1,330	14646	58662	#227 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Polytechnic Institute Utica, NY Found in Utica, SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 89% of students attending SUNY Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $232 3.8% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,646 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,662
228	University of Mount Saint Vincent	Baseball	229.76	84.64	920 – 1,200	21844	53755	#228 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York University of Mount Saint Vincent Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, the University of Mount Saint Vincent accepts 85% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 84% of students attending the University of Mount Saint Vincent will receive grant aid from the school. 71% of students continued their studies at the University of Mount Saint......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $230 10.2% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,755
229	Villa Maria College	Other Sports	227.5	87.33	800 – 1,110	15687	33635	#229 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Villa Maria College Buffalo, NY Based in Buffalo, Villa Maria College accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of students at Villa Maria College will receive grant aid from the school. At Villa Maria College, there is a 65% first year retention rate and a 33% four year graduation rate....Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $228 Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 800 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,635
230	New York University	Softball	227.27	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30730	64543	#230 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $227 121.4% Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
231	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Lacrosse	210.54	32.47	1,140 – 1,320	5173	96770	#231 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,390 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $211 54.3% Acceptance Rate 32.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $5,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
232	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Baseball	200.25	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#232 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $200 28.2% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
233	Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences	Volleyball	198.38	52.69	1,150 – 1,400	26804	112685	#233 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Albany, NY Found in Albany, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $198 Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $26,804 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $112,685
234	Mount Saint Mary College	Baseball	196.55	88.88	1,010 – 1,170	24588	59588	#234 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Located in Newburgh, Mount Saint Mary College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $197 324.4% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,588
235	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Tennis	195.84	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#235 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $196 119.9% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
236	Mount Saint Mary College	Softball	194.96	88.88	1,010 – 1,170	24588	59588	#236 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Located in Newburgh, Mount Saint Mary College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $195 75.7% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,588
237	Vassar College	Tennis	184.3	18.57	1,460 – 1,550	29733	49177	#237 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Vassar College Poughkeepsie, NY Vassar College offers 50 majors and programs, with the most popular being Economics, General. A few former students of Vassar include Anne Hathaway, Jane Fonda, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Anthony Bourdain. Opened in 1861, it was the second institution in the United States that granted degrees to women. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $184 15.0% Acceptance Rate 18.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,177
238	SUNY Polytechnic Institute	Lacrosse	181.89	78.44	1,160 – 1,330	14646	58662	#238 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Polytechnic Institute Utica, NY Found in Utica, SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 89% of students attending SUNY Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $182 292.8% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,646 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,662
239	SUNY College at Geneseo	Equestrian	179.87	66.45	1,200 – 1,350	18698	51097	#239 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 90% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $180 3.0% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
240	Manhattanville University	Baseball	179.13	87.34	1,060 – 1,230	25017	45056	#240 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $25,197 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $179 36.0% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $25,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
241	SUNY Old Westbury	Basketball	176.19	83.52	1,070 – 1,260	10495	43671	#241 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Old Westbury Old Westbury, NY Based in Old Westbury, SUNY Old Westbury’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 76% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $176 0.0% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $10,495 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,671
242	University of Mount Saint Vincent	Softball	175.39	84.64	920 – 1,200	21844	53755	#242 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York University of Mount Saint Vincent Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, the University of Mount Saint Vincent accepts 85% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 84% of students attending the University of Mount Saint Vincent will receive grant aid from the school. 71% of students continued their studies at the University of Mount Saint......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $175 81.8% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,755
243	Hilbert College	Cross Country	170.17	98	980 – 1,180	22224	45369	#243 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 98% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $170 0.0% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
244	Farmingdale State College	Tennis	168.67	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	8224	55901	#244 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $169 59.1% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
245	SUNY Maritime College	Football	168.16	72.42	1,130 – 1,300	20398	83439	#245 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Maritime College Throggs Neck, NY SUNY Maritime College, founded in 1847, is located about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. Students at SUNY Maritime College can "Chart Your Own Course," which means they can choose from one of two different experiences—the Traditional Lifestyle (a more traditional campus experience) or the Regiment Lifestyle (preparing cadets......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $168 480.5% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,398 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
246	State University of New York at New Paltz	Lacrosse	168.06	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	17848	45555	#246 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $168 78.0% Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $17,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
247	Mount Saint Mary College	Tennis	162.8	88.88	1,010 – 1,170	24588	59588	#247 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Located in Newburgh, Mount Saint Mary College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $163 0.0% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,588
248	Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences	Basketball	162.09	52.69	1,150 – 1,400	26804	112685	#248 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Albany, NY Found in Albany, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $162 0.0% Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $26,804 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $112,685
249	State University of New York at Oswego	Swimming and Diving (combined)	156.94	80.57	1,060 – 1,270	16923	46358	#249 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $157 84.3% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
250	Molloy University	Soccer	152.77	81.74	1,100 – 1,300	25938	78372	#250 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY Molloy University was founded as the Molloy Catholic College for Women in 1955. The school became fully co-educational in 1982, and would be known as Molloy University in 2022. Cheered on by their mascot, Victor E. Lion, student athletes are known as the Lions....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $153 39.1% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $25,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,372
251	University of Mount Saint Vincent	Lacrosse	150.59	84.64	920 – 1,200	21844	53755	#251 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York University of Mount Saint Vincent Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, the University of Mount Saint Vincent accepts 85% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 84% of students attending the University of Mount Saint Vincent will receive grant aid from the school. 71% of students continued their studies at the University of Mount Saint......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $151 55.5% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,755
252	Clarkson University	Baseball	148.71	77.36	1,210 – 1,400	33192	76970	#252 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Clarkson University Potsdam, NY Found in Potsdam, Clarkson University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Clarkson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $149 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,970
253	State University of New York at Oswego	Swimming	147.71	80.57	1,060 – 1,270	16923	46358	#253 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $148 Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
254	Vassar College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	146.19	18.57	1,460 – 1,550	29733	49177	#254 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Vassar College Poughkeepsie, NY Vassar College offers 50 majors and programs, with the most popular being Economics, General. A few former students of Vassar include Anne Hathaway, Jane Fonda, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Anthony Bourdain. Opened in 1861, it was the second institution in the United States that granted degrees to women. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $146 56.5% Acceptance Rate 18.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,177
255	Rochester Institute of Technology	Track and Field (Indoor)	145.15	66.93	1,280 – 1,460	39753	65457	#255 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $145 45.7% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,753 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
256	CUNY Queens College	Volleyball	141.41	64.34	1,010 – 1,290	5339	48548	#256 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Found in Queens, CUNY Queens College accepts 64% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $141 78.3% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,339 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
257	CUNY Queens College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	140.9	64.34	1,010 – 1,290	5339	48548	#257 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Found in Queens, CUNY Queens College accepts 64% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $141 Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,339 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
258	Russell Sage College	Volleyball	138.64	53.26	1,020 – 1,250	23588	51139	#258 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 52% four......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $139 17.5% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
259	Utica University	Gymnastics	134.44	86.79	1,030 – 1,210	22510	57422	#259 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Gymnastics Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $134 Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
260	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred	Football	133.92	81.75	970 – 1,170	14877	45460	#260 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred, NY Located in Alfred, SUNY College of Technology at Alfred accepts 82% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 91% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Alfred currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At SUNY College of Technology at......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $134 0.0% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,877 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,460
261	CUNY Lehman College	Basketball	129.63	46.38	960 – 1,080	4076	51067	#261 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Lehman College Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, CUNY Lehman College accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $130 0.0% Acceptance Rate 46.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $4,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,067
262	Utica University	Cross Country	128.9	86.79	1,030 – 1,210	22510	57422	#262 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $129 Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
263	United States Merchant Marine Academy	Track and Field (Outdoor)	126.61	32.47	1,140 – 1,320	5173	96770	#263 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,390 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $127 5.7% Acceptance Rate 32.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $5,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
264	SUNY College at Geneseo	Field Hockey	123.25	66.45	1,200 – 1,350	18698	51097	#264 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 90% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $123 59.7% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
265	SUNY College at Geneseo	Tennis	122.27	66.45	1,200 – 1,350	18698	51097	#265 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 90% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $122 13,638.2% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
266	State University of New York at Oswego	Lacrosse	121.46	80.57	1,060 – 1,270	16923	46358	#266 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $121 36.6% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
267	Le Moyne College	Soccer	120.69	78.7	1,170 – 1,340	22139	53493	#267 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY Located in Syracuse, Le Moyne College’s acceptance rate is 79%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Le Moyne College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $121 141.6% Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,493
268	State University of New York at Oswego	Soccer	118.71	80.57	1,060 – 1,270	16923	46358	#268 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $119 71.2% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
269	SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry	Golf	111.36	63.28	1,150 – 1,330	19644	48327	#269 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry Syracuse, NY Commonly chosen majors and programs at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry include Conservation Biology, Environmental Science, and Environmental Studies. Located next to Syracuse University, it also has research and education facilities in Adirondack Park, central New York, the Thousand Islands, and Costa Rica. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $111 149.0% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,327
270	SUNY College at Geneseo	Volleyball	110.42	66.45	1,200 – 1,350	18698	51097	#270 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 90% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $110 70.3% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
271	Nazareth University	Field Hockey	109.57	74.72	1,080 – 1,340	31321	47717	#271 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $110 45.4% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
272	State University of New York at Oswego	Golf	102.23	80.57	1,060 – 1,270	16923	46358	#272 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $102 74.8% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
273	University of Mount Saint Vincent	Soccer	100.73	84.64	920 – 1,200	21844	53755	#273 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York University of Mount Saint Vincent Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, the University of Mount Saint Vincent accepts 85% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 84% of students attending the University of Mount Saint Vincent will receive grant aid from the school. 71% of students continued their studies at the University of Mount Saint......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $101 1,230.6% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,755
274	D'Youville University	Wrestling	99.22	92.45	1,040 – 1,230	20268	63804	#274 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York D'Youville University Buffalo, NY Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $99 Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,804
275	St. Thomas Aquinas College	Bowling	98.86	93.05	880 – 1,090	21257	44908	#275 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. Thomas Aquinas College Sparkill, NY Found in Sparkill, St- Thomas Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 93%. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students attending St- Thomas Aquinas College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $99 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $21,257 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,908
276	SUNY Morrisville	Field Hockey	95.43	90.78	880 – 1,070	16855	39759	#276 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Morrisville Morrisville, NY Based in Morrisville, SUNY Morrisville’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $2,057 on average. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $95 393.9% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $16,855 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,759
277	Farmingdale State College	Volleyball	93.88	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	8224	55901	#277 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $94 33.2% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
278	SUNY Morrisville	Soccer	93.67	90.78	880 – 1,070	16855	39759	#278 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Morrisville Morrisville, NY Based in Morrisville, SUNY Morrisville’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $2,057 on average. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $94 87.2% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $16,855 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,759
279	Farmingdale State College	Softball	88.94	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	8224	55901	#279 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $89 29.1% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
280	State University of New York at Oswego	Field Hockey	87.5	80.57	1,060 – 1,270	16923	46358	#280 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $88 55.6% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
281	Vassar College	Soccer	86.77	18.57	1,460 – 1,550	29733	49177	#281 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Vassar College Poughkeepsie, NY Vassar College offers 50 majors and programs, with the most popular being Economics, General. A few former students of Vassar include Anne Hathaway, Jane Fonda, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Anthony Bourdain. Opened in 1861, it was the second institution in the United States that granted degrees to women. Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $87 85.6% Acceptance Rate 18.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,177
282	St. John Fisher University	Track and Field (Indoor)	80.78	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#282 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $81 26.5% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
283	St. Thomas Aquinas College	Basketball	77.14	93.05	880 – 1,090	21257	44908	#283 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. Thomas Aquinas College Sparkill, NY Found in Sparkill, St- Thomas Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 93%. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students attending St- Thomas Aquinas College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $77 72.7% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $21,257 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,908
284	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred	Swimming and Diving (combined)	75.79	81.75	970 – 1,170	14877	45460	#284 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred, NY Located in Alfred, SUNY College of Technology at Alfred accepts 82% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 91% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Alfred currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At SUNY College of Technology at......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $76 0.0% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,877 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,460
285	Daemen University	Soccer	75.33	73.75	950 – 1,150	18944	59912	#285 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Daemen University Amherst, NY Located in Amherst, Daemen University’s acceptance rate is 74% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Daemen University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $75 89.8% Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,944 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,912
286	SUNY Morrisville	Football	72.17	90.78	880 – 1,070	16855	39759	#286 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Morrisville Morrisville, NY Based in Morrisville, SUNY Morrisville’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $2,057 on average. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $72 4,467.7% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $16,855 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,759
287	New York University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	71.9	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30730	64543	#287 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $72 86.2% Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
288	St. John Fisher University	Wrestling	68.33	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#288 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $68 31.2% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
289	St. John Fisher University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	67.86	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#289 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $68 87.3% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
290	St. John Fisher University	Tennis	67.39	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#290 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $67 482.0% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
291	State University of New York at New Paltz	Cross Country	65.75	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	17848	45555	#291 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $66 0.0% Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $17,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
292	Webb Institute	Basketball	63.32	14.04	1,430 – 1,530	21488	86249	#292 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Webb Institute Glen Cove, NY The Webb Institute is solely focused on Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. Students receive full-tuition scholarships, guaranteed internships, and 100% job placement after graduation. It was founded in 1889 by William Henry Webb, a famous shipbuilder....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $63 638.4% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $21,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,249
293	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred	Basketball	62.75	81.75	970 – 1,170	14877	45460	#293 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred, NY Located in Alfred, SUNY College of Technology at Alfred accepts 82% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 91% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Alfred currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At SUNY College of Technology at......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $63 46.6% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,877 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,460
294	Vassar College	Lacrosse	59.84	18.57	1,460 – 1,550	29733	49177	#294 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Vassar College Poughkeepsie, NY Vassar College offers 50 majors and programs, with the most popular being Economics, General. A few former students of Vassar include Anne Hathaway, Jane Fonda, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Anthony Bourdain. Opened in 1861, it was the second institution in the United States that granted degrees to women. Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $60 86.7% Acceptance Rate 18.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,177
295	Utica University	Football	59.78	86.79	1,030 – 1,210	22510	57422	#295 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $60 0.0% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
296	Vassar College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	59.39	18.57	1,460 – 1,550	29733	49177	#296 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Vassar College Poughkeepsie, NY Vassar College offers 50 majors and programs, with the most popular being Economics, General. A few former students of Vassar include Anne Hathaway, Jane Fonda, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Anthony Bourdain. Opened in 1861, it was the second institution in the United States that granted degrees to women. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $59 22.6% Acceptance Rate 18.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,177
297	Farmingdale State College	Golf	54.25	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	8224	55901	#297 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $54 38.5% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
298	SUNY Morrisville	Softball	53.82	90.78	880 – 1,070	16855	39759	#298 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Morrisville Morrisville, NY Based in Morrisville, SUNY Morrisville’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $2,057 on average. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $54 Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $16,855 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,759
299	Union College	Football	50.79	43.92	1,320 – 1,480	42884	63219	#299 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 90%, and 80% will graduate within four years. 85% graduate in six. Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $51 339.7% Acceptance Rate 43.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
300	Russell Sage College	Soccer	49.72	53.26	1,020 – 1,250	23588	51139	#300 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 52% four......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $50 97.7% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
301	Farmingdale State College	Baseball	49.67	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	8224	55901	#301 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $50 43.9% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
302	Le Moyne College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	49.24	78.7	1,170 – 1,340	22139	53493	#302 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY Located in Syracuse, Le Moyne College’s acceptance rate is 79%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Le Moyne College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $49 47.8% Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,493
303	Webb Institute	Sailing	45.67	14.04	1,430 – 1,530	21488	86249	#303 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Webb Institute Glen Cove, NY The Webb Institute is solely focused on Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. Students receive full-tuition scholarships, guaranteed internships, and 100% job placement after graduation. It was founded in 1889 by William Henry Webb, a famous shipbuilder....Read more Sport Sailing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $46 225.7% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $21,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,249
304	D'Youville University	Basketball	45.31	92.45	1,040 – 1,230	20268	63804	#304 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York D'Youville University Buffalo, NY Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $45 0.0% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,804
305	Hilbert College	Bowling	45.22	98	980 – 1,180	22224	45369	#305 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 98% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students continued their studies at......Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $45 0.0% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
306	Farmingdale State College	Basketball	43.97	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	8224	55901	#306 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $44 82.5% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
307	Nazareth University	Rowing	43.94	74.72	1,080 – 1,340	31321	47717	#307 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Rowing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $44 0.0% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
308	SUNY Morrisville	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	43.91	90.78	880 – 1,070	16855	39759	#308 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Morrisville Morrisville, NY Based in Morrisville, SUNY Morrisville’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $2,057 on average. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $44 Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $16,855 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,759
309	Daemen University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	43.78	73.75	950 – 1,150	18944	59912	#309 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Daemen University Amherst, NY Located in Amherst, Daemen University’s acceptance rate is 74% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Daemen University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $44 86.5% Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,944 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,912
310	Clarkson University	Volleyball	42.42	77.36	1,210 – 1,400	33192	76970	#310 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Clarkson University Potsdam, NY Found in Potsdam, Clarkson University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Clarkson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $42 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,970
311	St. John Fisher University	Cross Country	38.33	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#311 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $38 82.5% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
312	SUNY Old Westbury	Soccer	36.28	83.52	1,070 – 1,260	10495	43671	#312 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Old Westbury Old Westbury, NY Based in Old Westbury, SUNY Old Westbury’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 76% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $36 5.4% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $10,495 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,671
313	Farmingdale State College	Soccer	35.46	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	8224	55901	#313 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $35 6.7% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
314	Farmingdale State College	Lacrosse	35.25	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	8224	55901	#314 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $35 23.9% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
315	Mount Saint Mary College	Golf	33.76	88.88	1,010 – 1,170	24588	59588	#315 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Located in Newburgh, Mount Saint Mary College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $34 67.7% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,588
316	SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry	Other Sports	33.06	63.28	1,150 – 1,330	19644	48327	#316 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry Syracuse, NY Commonly chosen majors and programs at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry include Conservation Biology, Environmental Science, and Environmental Studies. Located next to Syracuse University, it also has research and education facilities in Adirondack Park, central New York, the Thousand Islands, and Costa Rica. Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $33 90.8% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,327
317	Molloy University	Track and Field (Indoor)	30.14	81.74	1,100 – 1,300	25938	78372	#317 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY Molloy University was founded as the Molloy Catholic College for Women in 1955. The school became fully co-educational in 1982, and would be known as Molloy University in 2022. Cheered on by their mascot, Victor E. Lion, student athletes are known as the Lions....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $30 72.6% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $25,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,372
318	Molloy University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	30.14	81.74	1,100 – 1,300	25938	78372	#318 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY Molloy University was founded as the Molloy Catholic College for Women in 1955. The school became fully co-educational in 1982, and would be known as Molloy University in 2022. Cheered on by their mascot, Victor E. Lion, student athletes are known as the Lions....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $30 72.6% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $25,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,372
319	CUNY Queens College	Tennis	26.89	64.34	1,010 – 1,290	5339	48548	#319 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Found in Queens, CUNY Queens College accepts 64% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $27 93.2% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,339 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
320	Pace University	Cross Country	24.32	75.92	1,190 – 1,360	34299	52767	#320 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Pace University New York, NY Located in New York, Pace University’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Pace University currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $24 72.6% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $34,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,767
321	State University of New York at Oswego	Tennis	19.84	80.57	1,060 – 1,270	16923	46358	#321 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $20 91.8% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
322	Siena College	Track and Field (Indoor)	18.67	77.64	1,150 – 1,380	32602	56526	#322 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Siena College Loudonville, NY Located in Loudonville, Siena College accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 98% of students attending Siena College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Siena College, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 72% of......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $19 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $32,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,526
323	Farmingdale State College	Track and Field (Indoor)	16.5	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	8224	55901	#323 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $17 203.1% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
324	St. Thomas Aquinas College	Lacrosse	14.65	93.05	880 – 1,090	21257	44908	#324 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. Thomas Aquinas College Sparkill, NY Found in Sparkill, St- Thomas Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 93%. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students attending St- Thomas Aquinas College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $15 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $21,257 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,908
325	State University of New York at Oswego	Volleyball	14.41	80.57	1,060 – 1,270	16923	46358	#325 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $14 31.7% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
326	SUNY Polytechnic Institute	Cross Country	13.64	78.44	1,160 – 1,330	14646	58662	#326 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Polytechnic Institute Utica, NY Found in Utica, SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 89% of students attending SUNY Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $14 132.2% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,646 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,662
327	Farmingdale State College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	12.98	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	8224	55901	#327 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13 9.1% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
328	State University of New York at Oswego	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	12.84	80.57	1,060 – 1,270	16923	46358	#328 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $13 13.3% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
329	Union College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	12.23	43.92	1,320 – 1,480	42884	63219	#329 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 90%, and 80% will graduate within four years. 85% graduate in six. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12 128.9% Acceptance Rate 43.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
330	D'Youville University	Volleyball	11.83	92.45	1,040 – 1,230	20268	63804	#330 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York D'Youville University Buffalo, NY Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $12 0.0% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,804
331	Pratt Institute-Main	Volleyball	10.71	73.25	1,150 – 1,400	51702	45060	#331 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Pratt Institute-Main Brooklyn, NY Located in Brooklyn, Pratt Institute-Main accepts 73% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 72% of students at Pratt Institute-Main currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $11 0.0% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $51,702 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,060
332	University at Albany	Track and Field (Indoor)	10.47	69.09	1,160 – 1,330	19165	51380	#332 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending the University at Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 83% and 59% of students......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10 169.0% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
333	Farmingdale State College	Cross Country	10.17	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	8224	55901	#333 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $10 45.3% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
334	St. Thomas Aquinas College	Tennis	9.18	93.05	880 – 1,090	21257	44908	#334 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. Thomas Aquinas College Sparkill, NY Found in Sparkill, St- Thomas Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 93%. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students attending St- Thomas Aquinas College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $9 110.6% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $21,257 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,908
335	SUNY Polytechnic Institute	Volleyball	5.04	78.44	1,160 – 1,330	14646	58662	#335 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York SUNY Polytechnic Institute Utica, NY Found in Utica, SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 89% of students attending SUNY Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5 100.6% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,646 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,662
336	St. Thomas Aquinas College	Volleyball	5.04	93.05	880 – 1,090	21257	44908	#336 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York St. Thomas Aquinas College Sparkill, NY Found in Sparkill, St- Thomas Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 93%. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students attending St- Thomas Aquinas College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $5 Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $21,257 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,908
337	Union College	Swimming	3.55	43.92	1,320 – 1,480	42884	63219	#337 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 90%, and 80% will graduate within four years. 85% graduate in six. Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $4 Acceptance Rate 43.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
338	Vassar College	Volleyball	2.82	18.57	1,460 – 1,550	29733	49177	#338 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Vassar College Poughkeepsie, NY Vassar College offers 50 majors and programs, with the most popular being Economics, General. A few former students of Vassar include Anne Hathaway, Jane Fonda, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Anthony Bourdain. Opened in 1861, it was the second institution in the United States that granted degrees to women. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete $3 99.0% Acceptance Rate 18.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,177
339	Adelphi University	Baseball	0	65.91	1,110 – 1,330	28671	63688	#339 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
340	Adelphi University	Basketball	0	65.91	1,110 – 1,330	28671	63688	#340 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
341	Adelphi University	Field Hockey	0	65.91	1,110 – 1,330	28671	63688	#341 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Sport Field Hockey Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
342	Adelphi University	Golf	0	65.91	1,110 – 1,330	28671	63688	#342 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
343	Adelphi University	Lacrosse	0	65.91	1,110 – 1,330	28671	63688	#343 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
344	Adelphi University	Soccer	0	65.91	1,110 – 1,330	28671	63688	#344 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
345	Adelphi University	Softball	0	65.91	1,110 – 1,330	28671	63688	#345 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
346	Adelphi University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	65.91	1,110 – 1,330	28671	63688	#346 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
347	Adelphi University	Tennis	0	65.91	1,110 – 1,330	28671	63688	#347 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
348	Adelphi University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	65.91	1,110 – 1,330	28671	63688	#348 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
349	Adelphi University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	65.91	1,110 – 1,330	28671	63688	#349 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
350	Adelphi University	Cross Country	0	65.91	1,110 – 1,330	28671	63688	#350 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
351	Adelphi University	Volleyball	0	65.91	1,110 – 1,330	28671	63688	#351 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
352	Adelphi University	Bowling	0	65.91	1,110 – 1,330	28671	63688	#352 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Sport Bowling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
353	Alfred University	Baseball	0	73.84	1,110 – 1,320	26127	41703	#353 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
354	Alfred University	Basketball	0	73.84	1,110 – 1,320	26127	41703	#354 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
355	Alfred University	Football	0	73.84	1,110 – 1,320	26127	41703	#355 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Sport Football Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
356	Alfred University	Lacrosse	0	73.84	1,110 – 1,320	26127	41703	#356 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
357	Alfred University	Skiing	0	73.84	1,110 – 1,320	26127	41703	#357 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Sport Skiing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
358	Alfred University	Soccer	0	73.84	1,110 – 1,320	26127	41703	#358 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
359	Alfred University	Softball	0	73.84	1,110 – 1,320	26127	41703	#359 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
360	Alfred University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	73.84	1,110 – 1,320	26127	41703	#360 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
361	Alfred University	Tennis	0	73.84	1,110 – 1,320	26127	41703	#361 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
362	Alfred University	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	73.84	1,110 – 1,320	26127	41703	#362 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
363	Alfred University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	73.84	1,110 – 1,320	26127	41703	#363 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
364	Alfred University	Cross Country	0	73.84	1,110 – 1,320	26127	41703	#364 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
365	Alfred University	Volleyball	0	73.84	1,110 – 1,320	26127	41703	#365 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
366	Alfred University	Other Sports	0	73.84	1,110 – 1,320	26127	41703	#366 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
367	Alfred University	Equestrian	0	73.84	1,110 – 1,320	26127	41703	#367 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Sport Equestrian Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
368	Bard College	Baseball	0	52.12	1,320 – 1,440	25218	31072	#368 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson, NY Located in Annandale-On-Hudson, Bard College’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Bard College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,218 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,072
369	Bard College	Basketball	0	52.12	1,320 – 1,440	25218	31072	#369 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson, NY Located in Annandale-On-Hudson, Bard College’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Bard College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,218 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,072
370	Bard College	Lacrosse	0	52.12	1,320 – 1,440	25218	31072	#370 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson, NY Located in Annandale-On-Hudson, Bard College’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Bard College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,218 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,072
371	Bard College	Soccer	0	52.12	1,320 – 1,440	25218	31072	#371 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson, NY Located in Annandale-On-Hudson, Bard College’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Bard College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,218 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,072
372	Bard College	Squash	0	52.12	1,320 – 1,440	25218	31072	#372 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson, NY Located in Annandale-On-Hudson, Bard College’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Bard College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Squash Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,218 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,072
373	Bard College	Swimming	0	52.12	1,320 – 1,440	25218	31072	#373 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson, NY Located in Annandale-On-Hudson, Bard College’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Bard College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,218 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,072
374	Bard College	Tennis	0	52.12	1,320 – 1,440	25218	31072	#374 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson, NY Located in Annandale-On-Hudson, Bard College’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Bard College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,218 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,072
375	Bard College	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	52.12	1,320 – 1,440	25218	31072	#375 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson, NY Located in Annandale-On-Hudson, Bard College’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Bard College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,218 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,072
376	Bard College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	52.12	1,320 – 1,440	25218	31072	#376 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson, NY Located in Annandale-On-Hudson, Bard College’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Bard College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,218 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,072
377	Bard College	Cross Country	0	52.12	1,320 – 1,440	25218	31072	#377 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson, NY Located in Annandale-On-Hudson, Bard College’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Bard College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,218 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,072
378	Bard College	Volleyball	0	52.12	1,320 – 1,440	25218	31072	#378 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson, NY Located in Annandale-On-Hudson, Bard College’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Bard College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,218 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,072
379	Berkeley College-New York	Basketball	0	96.71	--	27509	37284	#379 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Berkeley College-New York New York, NY Located in New York, Berkeley College-New York accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 97% of students at Berkeley College-New York currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 96.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,509 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
380	Binghamton University	Basketball	0	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#380 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
381	Binghamton University	Golf	0	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#381 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Golf Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
382	Binghamton University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	0	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#382 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
383	Binghamton University	Tennis	0	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#383 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
384	Binghamton University	Volleyball	0	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#384 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
385	Binghamton University	Wrestling	0	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#385 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
386	Bryant & Stratton College-Albany	Baseball	0	77.51	--	11447	27873	#386 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bryant & Stratton College-Albany Albany, NY Based in Albany, Bryant & Stratton College-Albany accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 45% of students decide to stay......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,447 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
387	Bryant & Stratton College-Albany	Basketball	0	77.51	--	11447	27873	#387 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bryant & Stratton College-Albany Albany, NY Based in Albany, Bryant & Stratton College-Albany accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 45% of students decide to stay......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,447 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
388	Bryant & Stratton College-Albany	Soccer	0	77.51	--	11447	27873	#388 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bryant & Stratton College-Albany Albany, NY Based in Albany, Bryant & Stratton College-Albany accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 45% of students decide to stay......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,447 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
389	Bryant & Stratton College-Albany	Other Sports	0	77.51	--	11447	27873	#389 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bryant & Stratton College-Albany Albany, NY Based in Albany, Bryant & Stratton College-Albany accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 45% of students decide to stay......Read more Sport Other Sports Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 77.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,447 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
390	Bryant & Stratton College-Buffalo	Basketball	0	75.08	--	14550	27873	#390 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bryant & Stratton College-Buffalo Buffalo, NY Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
391	Bryant & Stratton College-Buffalo	Soccer	0	75.08	--	14550	27873	#391 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bryant & Stratton College-Buffalo Buffalo, NY Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
392	Bryant & Stratton College-Buffalo	Cross Country	0	75.08	--	14550	27873	#392 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bryant & Stratton College-Buffalo Buffalo, NY Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 75.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
393	Bryant & Stratton College-Greece	Basketball	0	78.45	--	13652	27873	#393 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bryant & Stratton College-Greece Rochester, NY Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,652 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
394	Bryant & Stratton College-Greece	Soccer	0	78.45	--	13652	27873	#394 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bryant & Stratton College-Greece Rochester, NY Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,652 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
395	Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North	Baseball	0	94.49	--	6985	27873	#395 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North Liverpool, NY Located in Liverpool, Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North accepts 94% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 85% of students at Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
396	Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North	Basketball	0	94.49	--	6985	27873	#396 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North Liverpool, NY Located in Liverpool, Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North accepts 94% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 85% of students at Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
397	Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North	Soccer	0	94.49	--	6985	27873	#397 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North Liverpool, NY Located in Liverpool, Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North accepts 94% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 85% of students at Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
398	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	Baseball	0	51.17	1,190 – 1,410	3989	61542	#398 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 51% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 70% of students at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $3,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
399	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	Basketball	0	51.17	1,190 – 1,410	3989	61542	#399 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 51% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 70% of students at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $3,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
400	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	Soccer	0	51.17	1,190 – 1,410	3989	61542	#400 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 51% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 70% of students at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $3,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
401	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	Softball	0	51.17	1,190 – 1,410	3989	61542	#401 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 51% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 70% of students at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $3,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
402	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	Swimming	0	51.17	1,190 – 1,410	3989	61542	#402 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 51% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 70% of students at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $3,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
403	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	Tennis	0	51.17	1,190 – 1,410	3989	61542	#403 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 51% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 70% of students at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $3,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
404	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	Cross Country	0	51.17	1,190 – 1,410	3989	61542	#404 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 51% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 70% of students at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $3,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
405	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	Volleyball	0	51.17	1,190 – 1,410	3989	61542	#405 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 51% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 70% of students at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $3,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
406	CUNY Brooklyn College	Basketball	0	58.36	1,030 – 1,190	4105	45035	#406 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY Found in Brooklyn, CUNY Brooklyn College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students at CUNY Brooklyn College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $4,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
407	CUNY Brooklyn College	Soccer	0	58.36	1,030 – 1,190	4105	45035	#407 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY Found in Brooklyn, CUNY Brooklyn College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students at CUNY Brooklyn College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $4,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
408	CUNY Brooklyn College	Softball	0	58.36	1,030 – 1,190	4105	45035	#408 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY Found in Brooklyn, CUNY Brooklyn College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students at CUNY Brooklyn College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $4,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
409	CUNY Brooklyn College	Swimming	0	58.36	1,030 – 1,190	4105	45035	#409 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY Found in Brooklyn, CUNY Brooklyn College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students at CUNY Brooklyn College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $4,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
410	CUNY Brooklyn College	Tennis	0	58.36	1,030 – 1,190	4105	45035	#410 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY Found in Brooklyn, CUNY Brooklyn College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students at CUNY Brooklyn College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $4,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
411	CUNY Brooklyn College	Cross Country	0	58.36	1,030 – 1,190	4105	45035	#411 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY Found in Brooklyn, CUNY Brooklyn College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students at CUNY Brooklyn College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $4,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
412	CUNY Brooklyn College	Volleyball	0	58.36	1,030 – 1,190	4105	45035	#412 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY Found in Brooklyn, CUNY Brooklyn College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students at CUNY Brooklyn College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $4,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
413	CUNY City College	Baseball	0	59.97	1,060 – 1,280	4599	46435	#413 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY City College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY City College accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $4,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
414	CUNY City College	Basketball	0	59.97	1,060 – 1,280	4599	46435	#414 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY City College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY City College accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $4,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
415	CUNY City College	Fencing	0	59.97	1,060 – 1,280	4599	46435	#415 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY City College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY City College accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more Sport Fencing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $4,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
416	CUNY City College	Soccer	0	59.97	1,060 – 1,280	4599	46435	#416 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY City College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY City College accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $4,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
417	CUNY City College	Track and Field (Indoor)	0	59.97	1,060 – 1,280	4599	46435	#417 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY City College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY City College accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $4,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
418	CUNY City College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	0	59.97	1,060 – 1,280	4599	46435	#418 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY City College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY City College accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $4,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
419	CUNY City College	Cross Country	0	59.97	1,060 – 1,280	4599	46435	#419 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY City College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY City College accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $4,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
420	CUNY City College	Volleyball	0	59.97	1,060 – 1,280	4599	46435	#420 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY City College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY City College accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $4,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
421	CUNY Hunter College	Basketball	0	54.22	1,110 – 1,400	4127	50414	#421 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY Hunter College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
422	CUNY Hunter College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	0	54.22	1,110 – 1,400	4127	50414	#422 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY Hunter College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
423	CUNY Hunter College	Fencing	0	54.22	1,110 – 1,400	4127	50414	#423 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY Hunter College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Fencing Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
424	CUNY Hunter College	Soccer	0	54.22	1,110 – 1,400	4127	50414	#424 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY Hunter College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
425	CUNY Hunter College	Softball	0	54.22	1,110 – 1,400	4127	50414	#425 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY Hunter College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
426	CUNY Hunter College	Swimming	0	54.22	1,110 – 1,400	4127	50414	#426 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY Hunter College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
427	CUNY Hunter College	Tennis	0	54.22	1,110 – 1,400	4127	50414	#427 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY Hunter College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
428	CUNY Hunter College	Volleyball	0	54.22	1,110 – 1,400	4127	50414	#428 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY Hunter College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
429	CUNY Hunter College	Wrestling	0	54.22	1,110 – 1,400	4127	50414	#429 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY Hunter College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
430	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	Baseball	0	55.16	1,030 – 1,170	4141	50293	#430 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $4,141 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
431	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	Basketball	0	55.16	1,030 – 1,170	4141	50293	#431 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $4,141 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
432	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	Rifle	0	55.16	1,030 – 1,170	4141	50293	#432 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Rifle Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $4,141 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
433	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	Soccer	0	55.16	1,030 – 1,170	4141	50293	#433 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $4,141 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
434	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	Softball	0	55.16	1,030 – 1,170	4141	50293	#434 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $4,141 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
435	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	Swimming	0	55.16	1,030 – 1,170	4141	50293	#435 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $4,141 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
436	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	Tennis	0	55.16	1,030 – 1,170	4141	50293	#436 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $4,141 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
437	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	Cross Country	0	55.16	1,030 – 1,170	4141	50293	#437 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $4,141 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
438	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	Volleyball	0	55.16	1,030 – 1,170	4141	50293	#438 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $4,141 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
439	CUNY Lehman College	Baseball	0	46.38	960 – 1,080	4076	51067	#439 2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York CUNY Lehman College Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, CUNY Lehman College accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Most Profitable Sports per Student Athlete -- Acceptance Rate

2026 College Rankings

Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York

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2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York

Basketball

$338,434 40.1%

46.1%

1,290 – 1,440

$51,520

$60,459

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York

Softball

$115,118 38.2%

38.6%

1,350 – 1,500

$18,860

$61,621

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York

Football

$92,925 66.9%

46.1%

1,290 – 1,440

$51,520

$60,459

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York

Other Sports

$47,127

81.7%

1,100 – 1,300

$25,938

$78,372

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York

Volleyball

$27,669 15,228.9%

78.7%

1,170 – 1,340

$22,139

$53,493

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York

Baseball

$21,436 98.4%

38.6%

1,350 – 1,500

$18,860

$61,621

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York

Basketball

$19,612 4,681.1%

78.7%

1,170 – 1,340

$22,139

$53,493

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York

Golf

$13,307 565.4%

69.1%

1,160 – 1,330

$19,165

$51,380

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York

Basketball

$11,950 11.7%

69.1%

1,160 – 1,330

$19,165

$51,380

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York

Ice Hockey

$11,615 21.8%

77.4%

1,210 – 1,400

$33,192

$76,970

2026 Most Profitable College Sports Programs per Student Athlete in New York

Basketball

$6,887 0.0%

98.0%

980 – 1,180

$22,224

$45,369

$338,434
40.1%

$115,118
38.2%

$92,925
66.9%

$27,669
15,228.9%

$21,436
98.4%

$19,612
4,681.1%

$13,307
565.4%

$11,950
11.7%

$11,615
21.8%

$6,887
0.0%

$5,107
6.1%

$4,820
77.5%

$4,315
0.0%

$3,608
80.8%

$3,597
24.1%

$3,580
7.1%