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Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference

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Top Sports by Revenue is a measure of the individual sports programs at each college or university that bring in the most revenue, regardless of expenses. This ranking can give you an overall look at which sports are most popular -- and generate the most revenue -- on each campus.

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Rank	Institution	Sport	Top Sports by Revenue	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	The University of Texas at Austin	Football	200736464	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $200,736,464 11.1% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
2	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Football	124879959	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $124,879,959 7.3% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
3	Texas Christian University	Football	75279255	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $75,279,255 2.4% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
4	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Football	66900325	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $66,900,325 20.3% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
5	Texas Tech University	Football	62265520	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $62,265,520 5.7% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
6	Iowa State University	Football	56607092	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $56,607,092 6.3% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
7	West Virginia University	Football	44818776	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $44,818,776 138.1% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
8	Brigham Young University	Football	44481260	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $44,481,260 5.2% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
9	Baylor University	Football	41527854	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $41,527,854 13.2% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
10	Kansas State University	Football	40378631	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $40,378,631 22.2% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
11	University of Kansas	Football	39365810	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $39,365,810 15.1% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
12	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	Football	30400338	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $30,400,338 21.0% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
13	University of Central Florida	Football	30249823	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $30,249,823 0.5% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
14	University of Houston	Football	26934492	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Houston Houston, TX Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $26,934,492 29.5% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
15	The University of Texas at Austin	Basketball	25880766	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $25,880,766 2.5% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
16	Baylor University	Basketball	24419759	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $24,419,759 5.5% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
17	University of Kansas	Basketball	23837288	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $23,837,288 27.5% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
18	Brigham Young University	Basketball	19435074	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $19,435,074 10.3% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
19	Texas Christian University	Basketball	18613856	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $18,613,856 10.4% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
20	Iowa State University	Basketball	18215318	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $18,215,318 7.1% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
21	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Basketball	17785629	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $17,785,629 1.3% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
22	West Virginia University	Basketball	17384096	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $17,384,096 42.9% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
23	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	Basketball	17046159	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $17,046,159 34.8% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
24	Texas Tech University	Basketball	16992574	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $16,992,574 1.3% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
25	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Basketball	16227818	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $16,227,818 1.3% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
26	University of Houston	Basketball	15503066	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Houston Houston, TX Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $15,503,066 12.4% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
27	Kansas State University	Basketball	14229129	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $14,229,129 20.2% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
28	University of Central Florida	Basketball	10620181	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $10,620,181 8.1% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
29	Baylor University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	6820687	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $6,820,687 4.7% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
30	The University of Texas at Austin	Baseball	6177264	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $6,177,264 8.9% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
31	Texas Christian University	Baseball	6058782	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $6,058,782 0.3% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
32	Baylor University	Baseball	5108208	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $5,108,208 15.2% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
33	University of Kansas	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	4870264	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $4,870,264 44.4% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
34	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Softball	4096521	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $4,096,521 54.8% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
35	Texas Tech University	Baseball	3911192	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $3,911,192 30.5% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
36	West Virginia University	Soccer	3878873	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $3,878,873 38.6% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
37	Baylor University	Equestrian	3813801	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Equestrian Top Sports by Revenue $3,813,801 24.2% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
38	Baylor University	Tennis	3734873	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $3,734,873 8.2% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
39	Brigham Young University	Volleyball	3676403	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $3,676,403 46.1% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
40	West Virginia University	Baseball	3646370	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $3,646,370 2.4% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
41	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Baseball	3633755	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $3,633,755 12.1% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
42	Brigham Young University	Golf	3553588	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $3,553,588 362.1% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
43	University of Central Florida	Soccer	3290624	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $3,290,624 0.9% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
44	Texas Christian University	Equestrian	3228089	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Equestrian Top Sports by Revenue $3,228,089 2.8% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
45	Baylor University	Gymnastics	3225486	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Gymnastics Top Sports by Revenue $3,225,486 9.8% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
46	Baylor University	Golf	3163957	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $3,163,957 10.6% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
47	Baylor University	Soccer	3121674	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $3,121,674 0.0% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
48	University of Central Florida	Baseball	3114071	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $3,114,071 20.8% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
49	University of Kansas	Baseball	3100446	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $3,100,446 370.7% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
50	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	3078573	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $3,078,573 9.4% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
51	Texas Christian University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	3077621	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $3,077,621 19.5% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
52	The University of Texas at Austin	Volleyball	2996485	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $2,996,485 13.2% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
53	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	Baseball	2964537	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $2,964,537 47.3% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
54	Baylor University	Volleyball	2950277	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $2,950,277 2.5% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
55	University of Houston	Baseball	2878079	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Houston Houston, TX Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $2,878,079 0.9% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
56	Baylor University	Softball	2852875	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $2,852,875 2.5% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
57	Brigham Young University	Soccer	2798646	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $2,798,646 15.6% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
58	Texas Christian University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	2697804	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $2,697,804 21.4% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
59	University of Houston	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	2680836	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Houston Houston, TX Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $2,680,836 9.8% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
60	Kansas State University	Baseball	2567465	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $2,567,465 841.9% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
61	Texas Christian University	Tennis	2389539	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $2,389,539 13.6% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
62	Texas Christian University	Volleyball	2229344	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $2,229,344 15.7% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
63	The University of Texas at Austin	Golf	2163840	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $2,163,840 43.1% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
64	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	Swimming and Diving (combined)	2088437	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $2,088,437 37.3% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
65	University of Kansas	Soccer	2077358	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $2,077,358 355.8% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
66	West Virginia University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	2048339	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $2,048,339 67.6% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
67	University of Central Florida	Softball	2045066	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $2,045,066 4.3% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
68	The University of Texas at Austin	Swimming and Diving (combined)	2034902	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $2,034,902 4.1% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
69	Kansas State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	2004162	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $2,004,162 1,091.3% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
70	University of Central Florida	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1979240	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,979,240 1.1% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
71	University of Kansas	Softball	1978399	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $1,978,399 441.2% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
72	Texas Christian University	Soccer	1973453	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,973,453 20.2% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
73	University of Central Florida	Tennis	1944712	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $1,944,712 16.3% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
74	University of Kansas	Volleyball	1890326	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,890,326 314.6% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
75	University of Central Florida	Rowing	1851017	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Rowing Top Sports by Revenue $1,851,017 13.7% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
76	Texas Christian University	Golf	1800277	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,800,277 9.1% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
77	University of Kansas	Rowing	1793825	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Rowing Top Sports by Revenue $1,793,825 71.8% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
78	West Virginia University	Volleyball	1791826	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,791,826 44.9% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
79	University of Houston	Volleyball	1746921	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Houston Houston, TX Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,746,921 17.7% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
80	West Virginia University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1743877	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,743,877 46.3% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
81	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	Volleyball	1727960	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,727,960 5.9% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
82	The University of Texas at Austin	Soccer	1718497	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,718,497 22.4% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
83	The University of Texas at Austin	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1712656	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,712,656 32.1% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
84	University of Kansas	Golf	1700987	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,700,987 407.2% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
85	University of Central Florida	Volleyball	1666989	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,666,989 13.3% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
86	University of Houston	Golf	1620374	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Houston Houston, TX Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,620,374 12.4% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
87	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	Golf	1613844	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,613,844 5.7% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
88	University of Central Florida	Golf	1591204	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,591,204 9.1% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
89	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	Soccer	1559149	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,559,149 14.4% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
90	West Virginia University	Rowing	1554749	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Rowing Top Sports by Revenue $1,554,749 50.6% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
91	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Baseball	1554540	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,554,540 27.4% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
92	Kansas State University	Golf	1493860	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,493,860 4,995.0% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
93	The University of Texas at Austin	Softball	1489538	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $1,489,538 28.3% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
94	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Wrestling	1470994	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $1,470,994 48.6% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
95	Brigham Young University	Tennis	1440888	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $1,440,888 44.5% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
96	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	Lacrosse	1427781	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $1,427,781 28.2% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
97	University of Kansas	Swimming and Diving (combined)	1328981	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#97 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,328,981 186.7% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
98	West Virginia University	Gymnastics	1321983	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#98 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Gymnastics Top Sports by Revenue $1,321,983 60.4% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
99	West Virginia University	Golf	1310515	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#99 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,310,515 64.5% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
100	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Softball	1300420	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#100 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $1,300,420 5.8% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
101	University of Houston	Softball	1276292	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#101 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Houston Houston, TX Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $1,276,292 10.3% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
102	University of Houston	Soccer	1259520	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#102 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Houston Houston, TX Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,259,520 11.3% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
103	Kansas State University	Volleyball	1245426	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#103 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,245,426 1,504.9% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
104	Brigham Young University	Baseball	1240120	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#104 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,240,120 36.5% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
105	West Virginia University	Wrestling	1236659	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#105 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $1,236,659 62.3% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
106	Brigham Young University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1202119	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#106 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,202,119 24.4% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
107	Kansas State University	Rowing	1188401	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#107 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Rowing Top Sports by Revenue $1,188,401 1,374.1% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
108	University of Kansas	Tennis	1187578	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#108 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $1,187,578 648.8% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
109	University of Houston	Swimming and Diving (combined)	1162083	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#109 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Houston Houston, TX Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,162,083 1.5% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
110	Texas Tech University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1155708	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#110 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,155,708 61.1% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
111	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1054415	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#111 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,054,415 4.7% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
112	Texas Christian University	Beach Volleyball	1017838	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#112 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Beach Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,017,838 16.7% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
113	The University of Texas at Austin	Tennis	966951	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#113 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $966,951 14.3% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
114	Kansas State University	Soccer	947237	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#114 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $947,237 1,087.7% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
115	West Virginia University	Tennis	891741	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#115 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $891,741 71.4% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
116	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Gymnastics	875473	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#116 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Gymnastics Top Sports by Revenue $875,473 3.7% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
117	Iowa State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	841647	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#117 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $841,647 10.0% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
118	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Tennis	837288	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#118 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $837,288 56.4% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
119	Texas Tech University	Soccer	822489	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#119 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $822,489 1.1% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
120	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	Tennis	803977	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#120 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $803,977 7.3% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
121	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Equestrian	669732	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#121 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Equestrian Top Sports by Revenue $669,732 29.7% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
122	University of Houston	Tennis	645070	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#122 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Houston Houston, TX Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $645,070 6.0% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
123	West Virginia University	Rifle	622455	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#123 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Rifle Top Sports by Revenue $622,455 80.5% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
124	Brigham Young University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	618315	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#124 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $618,315 77.2% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
125	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	615888	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#125 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $615,888 16.6% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
126	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Rowing	609664	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#126 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Rowing Top Sports by Revenue $609,664 2.0% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
127	Iowa State University	Wrestling	589702	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#127 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $589,702 78.4% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
128	Kansas State University	Tennis	588411	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#128 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $588,411 3,422.6% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
129	Texas Christian University	Other Sports	579189	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#129 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $579,189 Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
130	The University of Texas at Austin	Rowing	562293	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#130 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Rowing Top Sports by Revenue $562,293 8.6% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
131	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Golf	525985	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#131 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $525,985 13.7% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
132	Texas Christian University	Rifle	506590	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#132 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Sport Rifle Top Sports by Revenue $506,590 24.3% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
133	Texas Tech University	Softball	476539	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#133 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $476,539 65.5% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
134	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Tennis	423174	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#134 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $423,174 12.0% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
135	Brigham Young University	Softball	420415	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#135 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $420,415 42.7% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
136	Brigham Young University	Gymnastics	417190	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#136 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Sport Gymnastics Top Sports by Revenue $417,190 30.3% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
137	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Golf	410034	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#137 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $410,034 77.6% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
138	Texas Tech University	Golf	384460	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#138 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $384,460 35.0% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
139	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Wrestling	380421	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#139 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $380,421 25.0% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
140	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Soccer	378453	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#140 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $378,453 1.2% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
141	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	Soccer	375295	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#141 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $375,295 29.4% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
142	Texas Tech University	Volleyball	363606	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#142 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $363,606 12.8% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
143	Texas Tech University	Tennis	300436	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#143 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $300,436 6.6% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
144	Iowa State University	Volleyball	284812	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#144 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $284,812 76.2% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
145	Iowa State University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	284498	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#145 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $284,498 31.5% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
146	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	Volleyball	279218	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#146 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $279,218 9.7% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
147	Iowa State University	Softball	231183	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#147 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $231,183 35.3% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
148	Iowa State University	Gymnastics	223077	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#148 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Gymnastics Top Sports by Revenue $223,077 302.7% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
149	Iowa State University	Soccer	218727	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#149 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $218,727 31.8% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
150	The University of Texas at Austin	Beach Volleyball	72048	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#150 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $72,048 329.4% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
151	Iowa State University	Golf	46688	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#151 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $46,688 18.4% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
152	Iowa State University	Tennis	32053	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#152 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $32,053 72.0% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference

Football

$200,736,464 11.1%

26.6%

1,230 – 1,500

$18,036

$60,896

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference

Football

$124,879,959 7.3%

76.6%

1,140 – 1,340

$19,900

$52,216

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference

Football

$75,279,255 2.4%

44.5%

1,190 – 1,380

$39,005

$60,435

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference

Football

$66,900,325 20.3%

75.0%

1,040 – 1,280

$18,291

$46,855

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference

Football

$62,265,520 5.7%

72.7%

1,110 – 1,290

$16,773

$52,588

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference

Football

$56,607,092 6.3%

88.7%

1,090 – 1,330

$17,354

$53,873

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference

Football

$44,818,776 138.1%

77.8%

1,020 – 1,230

$13,691

$45,181

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference

Football

$44,481,260 5.2%

69.2%

1,310 – 1,440

$14,643

$58,450

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference

Football

$41,527,854 13.2%

51.3%

1,180 – 1,380

$49,727

$56,532

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference

Football

$40,378,631 22.2%

82.0%

1,050 – 1,280

$18,745

$49,330

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big Twelve Conference

Football

$39,365,810 15.1%

93.5%

1,050 – 1,310

$18,322

$51,217

$200,736,464
11.1%

$124,879,959
7.3%

$75,279,255
2.4%

$66,900,325
20.3%

$62,265,520
5.7%

$56,607,092
6.3%

$44,818,776
138.1%

$44,481,260
5.2%

$41,527,854
13.2%

$40,378,631
22.2%

$39,365,810
15.1%

$30,400,338
21.0%

$30,249,823
0.5%

$26,934,492
29.5%

$25,880,766
2.5%

$24,419,759
5.5%

$23,837,288
27.5%

$19,435,074
10.3%