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Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West 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	University of California-Santa Barbara	Basketball	6793821	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $6,793,821 10.4% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
2	University of California-Irvine	Basketball	6729293	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $6,729,293 17.3% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
3	University of California-San Diego	Basketball	5049946	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $5,049,946 28.6% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
4	California State University-Long Beach	Basketball	4836118	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $4,836,118 5.2% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
5	University of California-Riverside	Basketball	4519597	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $4,519,597 2.6% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
6	California State University-Northridge	Basketball	4339339	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $4,339,339 6.1% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
7	California State University-Bakersfield	Basketball	3979356	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $3,979,356 10.6% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
8	California State University-Long Beach	Volleyball	3486541	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $3,486,541 18.4% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
9	California State University-Fullerton	Basketball	3469475	90.52	--	6283	48558	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $3,469,475 0.4% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
10	University of California-Santa Barbara	Baseball	3104943	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $3,104,943 15.7% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
11	University of California-Santa Barbara	Soccer	2437397	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $2,437,397 0.1% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
12	University of California-Irvine	Soccer	2209626	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $2,209,626 1.1% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
13	California State University-Fullerton	Baseball	2205326	90.52	--	6283	48558	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $2,205,326 16.3% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
14	California State University-Northridge	Baseball	2204149	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $2,204,149 14.2% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
15	University of California-San Diego	Soccer	2197481	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $2,197,481 30.8% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
16	University of California-Irvine	Baseball	2159086	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $2,159,086 7.3% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
17	University of California-Santa Barbara	Volleyball	2151313	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $2,151,313 12.7% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
18	California State University-Fullerton	Soccer	2067350	90.52	--	6283	48558	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $2,067,350 11.3% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
19	California State University-Long Beach	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	2005125	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $2,005,125 9.8% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
20	California State University-Fullerton	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1946866	90.52	--	6283	48558	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,946,866 14.9% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
21	University of California-San Diego	Baseball	1922484	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,922,484 21.9% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
22	University of California-Irvine	Volleyball	1912637	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,912,637 10.2% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
23	California State University-Northridge	Soccer	1840682	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,840,682 11.4% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
24	University of California-Riverside	Soccer	1822338	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,822,338 11.1% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
25	University of California-San Diego	Volleyball	1755770	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,755,770 10.7% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
26	California State University-Long Beach	Baseball	1722088	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,722,088 10.9% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
27	California State University-Fullerton	Softball	1704711	90.52	--	6283	48558	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $1,704,711 12.3% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
28	California State University-Bakersfield	Soccer	1591420	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,591,420 6.9% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
29	California State University-Northridge	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1475376	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,475,376 19.9% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
30	California State University-Northridge	Volleyball	1468668	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,468,668 7.8% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
31	University of California-Santa Barbara	Tennis	1420440	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $1,420,440 2.7% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
32	California State University-Bakersfield	Baseball	1400960	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,400,960 55.6% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
33	University of California-San Diego	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1374473	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,374,473 24.6% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
34	University of California-Irvine	Water Polo	1344642	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Water Polo Top Sports by Revenue $1,344,642 6.4% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
35	University of California-San Diego	Water Polo	1222357	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Water Polo Top Sports by Revenue $1,222,357 16.9% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
36	California State University-Northridge	Softball	1210252	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $1,210,252 9.7% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
37	University of California-Riverside	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1188095	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,188,095 10.9% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
38	California State University-Long Beach	Softball	1172972	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $1,172,972 0.3% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
39	University of California-Santa Barbara	Softball	1167693	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $1,167,693 8.4% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
40	California State University-Long Beach	Golf	1147846	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,147,846 7.4% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
41	University of California-Santa Barbara	Water Polo	1145384	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Water Polo Top Sports by Revenue $1,145,384 25.6% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
42	University of California-San Diego	Rowing	1092747	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Rowing Top Sports by Revenue $1,092,747 5.0% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
43	University of California-Riverside	Baseball	1049385	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,049,385 6.4% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
44	University of California-Riverside	Softball	1027788	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $1,027,788 12.7% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
45	University of California-Riverside	Volleyball	1022429	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,022,429 9.5% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
46	California State University-Fullerton	Golf	1006665	90.52	--	6283	48558	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,006,665 2.0% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
47	University of California-Irvine	Track and Field (Outdoor)	974238	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $974,238 8.6% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
48	University of California-Santa Barbara	Swimming	964126	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Swimming Top Sports by Revenue $964,126 9.3% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
49	California State University-Long Beach	Soccer	959285	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $959,285 2.5% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
50	California State University-Bakersfield	Volleyball	944646	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $944,646 17.0% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
51	California State University-Fullerton	Volleyball	931990	90.52	--	6283	48558	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $931,990 13.8% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
52	California State University-Northridge	Golf	924879	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $924,879 11.6% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
53	California State University-Long Beach	Water Polo	922979	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Water Polo Top Sports by Revenue $922,979 3.0% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
54	University of California-Irvine	Tennis	922889	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $922,889 12.4% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
55	University of California-San Diego	Softball	922553	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $922,553 11.0% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
56	California State University-Bakersfield	Swimming and Diving (combined)	913458	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $913,458 2.9% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
57	University of California-San Diego	Swimming	906317	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Swimming Top Sports by Revenue $906,317 0.6% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
58	California State University-Bakersfield	Softball	890331	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $890,331 13.8% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
59	California State University-Fullerton	Water Polo	788350	90.52	--	6283	48558	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Water Polo Top Sports by Revenue $788,350 227.0% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
60	University of California-Irvine	Golf	757586	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $757,586 14.0% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
61	University of California-Santa Barbara	Track and Field (Outdoor)	673164	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $673,164 9.9% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
62	California State University-Northridge	Tennis	655141	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $655,141 18.7% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
63	University of California-San Diego	Tennis	630466	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $630,466 5.9% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
64	California State University-Fullerton	Tennis	576807	90.52	--	6283	48558	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $576,807 24.6% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
65	California State University-Bakersfield	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	576312	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $576,312 9.4% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
66	California State University-Long Beach	Tennis	552749	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $552,749 0.0% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
67	University of California-Riverside	Tennis	536984	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $536,984 0.5% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
68	California State University-Northridge	Water Polo	521515	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Water Polo Top Sports by Revenue $521,515 17.5% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
69	California State University-Long Beach	Beach Volleyball	517798	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $517,798 20.2% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
70	California State University-Bakersfield	Wrestling	515654	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $515,654 13.2% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
71	University of California-San Diego	Golf	445424	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $445,424 13.0% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
72	University of California-Riverside	Golf	429361	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $429,361 27.9% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
73	University of California-Santa Barbara	Golf	414597	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $414,597 33.6% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
74	University of California-San Diego	Fencing	413726	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Sport Fencing Top Sports by Revenue $413,726 0.4% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
75	California State University-Bakersfield	Beach Volleyball	365643	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $365,643 0.4% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
76	University of California-Santa Barbara	Cross Country	348635	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $348,635 14.6% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
77	California State University-Bakersfield	Golf	307383	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $307,383 16.3% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
78	California State University-Bakersfield	Track and Field (Outdoor)	280350	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $280,350 11.7% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
79	University of California-Irvine	Track and Field (Indoor)	239642	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $239,642 0.8% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
80	University of California-Irvine	Cross Country	67638	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $67,638 25.1% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
81	University of California-Santa Barbara	Track and Field (Indoor)	44008	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $44,008 40.3% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
82	California State University-Northridge	Beach Volleyball	35682	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $35,682 4.8% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference

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$6,729,293 17.3%

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$14,647

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference

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$5,049,946 28.6%

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$13,293

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference

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$4,836,118 5.2%

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference

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$4,519,597 2.6%

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$13,533

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference

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$4,339,339 6.1%

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference

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$3,979,356 10.6%

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$6,567

$44,282

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference

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$3,486,541 18.4%

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$50,062

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference

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$3,104,943 15.7%

33.0%

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$56,852

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Big West Conference

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$2,437,397 0.1%

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