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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	Washington University in St Louis	Basketball	1247558	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $1,247,558 28.5% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
2	North Central College	Football	1223549	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $1,223,549 1.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
3	Washington University in St Louis	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	960261	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $960,261 18.3% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
4	Washington University in St Louis	Football	870399	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $870,399 5.5% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
5	Washington University in St Louis	Soccer	862771	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $862,771 11.4% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
6	Wheaton College	Football	814294	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $814,294 4.6% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
7	Washington University in St Louis	Tennis	726935	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $726,935 27.3% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
8	North Park University	Football	711910	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $711,910 10.4% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
9	Augustana College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	695463	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $695,463 29.5% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
10	Augustana College	Football	694800	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $694,800 15.4% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
11	Carthage College	Football	687576	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $687,576 8.1% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
12	Elmhurst University	Football	686009	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $686,009 7.5% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
13	Carroll University	Football	647198	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $647,198 2.0% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
14	Wheaton College	Soccer	640653	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $640,653 14.2% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
15	Millikin University	Football	619905	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $619,905 10.5% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
16	North Central College	Soccer	598429	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $598,429 5.1% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
17	Carthage College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	577948	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $577,948 6.4% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
18	North Park University	Basketball	575847	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $575,847 8.9% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
19	Illinois Wesleyan University	Football	562397	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $562,397 0.5% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
20	Elmhurst University	Basketball	556940	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $556,940 6.7% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
21	Illinois Wesleyan University	Basketball	540033	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $540,033 0.7% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
22	Elmhurst University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	538044	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $538,044 16.3% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
23	Carroll University	Basketball	537906	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $537,906 9.3% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
24	North Central College	Wrestling	530891	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $530,891 3.1% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
25	Washington University in St Louis	Volleyball	503875	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $503,875 1.5% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
26	Wheaton College	Basketball	502691	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $502,691 11.8% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
27	Washington University in St Louis	Swimming and Diving (combined)	497128	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $497,128 20.4% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
28	North Central College	Basketball	477992	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $477,992 8.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
29	North Central College	Track and Field (Indoor)	476596	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $476,596 23.6% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
30	North Central College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	476596	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $476,596 23.6% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
31	Carthage College	Volleyball	468873	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $468,873 24.7% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
32	Illinois Wesleyan University	Lacrosse	459282	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $459,282 16.3% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
33	Augustana College	Basketball	459109	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $459,109 7.7% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
34	Millikin University	Basketball	455699	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $455,699 0.9% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
35	North Central College	Baseball	449717	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $449,717 12.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
36	Carthage College	Baseball	439805	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $439,805 24.0% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
37	North Park University	Soccer	423639	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $423,639 2.0% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
38	Millikin University	Volleyball	416331	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $416,331 75.0% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
39	Carthage College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	399650	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $399,650 0.1% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
40	Elmhurst University	Soccer	394823	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $394,823 25.7% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
41	Washington University in St Louis	Softball	393255	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $393,255 26.1% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
42	Carthage College	Basketball	393129	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $393,129 6.6% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
43	Washington University in St Louis	Baseball	392410	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $392,410 0.4% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
44	North Central College	Volleyball	391362	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $391,362 6.7% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
45	Augustana College	Baseball	387900	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $387,900 3.9% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
46	Millikin University	Wrestling	380455	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $380,455 11.4% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
47	Carthage College	Soccer	362808	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $362,808 2.4% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
48	Elmhurst University	Lacrosse	360069	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $360,069 1.1% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
49	North Central College	Lacrosse	353123	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $353,123 11.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
50	North Park University	Volleyball	351782	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $351,782 6.2% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
51	Illinois Wesleyan University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	351494	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University 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 $351,494 4.1% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
52	Carthage College	Lacrosse	350641	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $350,641 8.0% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
53	Carroll University	Lacrosse	350248	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $350,248 0.4% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
54	Carroll University	Soccer	340314	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $340,314 0.7% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
55	Illinois Wesleyan University	Soccer	335373	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $335,373 22.1% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
56	Wheaton College	Baseball	320057	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $320,057 7.7% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
57	Carroll University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	316370	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students 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 $316,370 1.6% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
58	Millikin University	Baseball	312498	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $312,498 25.6% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
59	North Park University	Baseball	311951	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $311,951 4.1% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
60	Augustana College	Volleyball	307724	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $307,724 15.4% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
61	Illinois Wesleyan University	Volleyball	306666	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $306,666 0.7% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
62	Augustana College	Water Polo	303065	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Water Polo Top Sports by Revenue $303,065 41.4% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
63	Wheaton College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	287959	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $287,959 31.7% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
64	Millikin University	Soccer	265606	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $265,606 19.6% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
65	Wheaton College	Wrestling	265301	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $265,301 8.5% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
66	North Park University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	256824	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $256,824 2.8% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
67	Augustana College	Soccer	255594	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $255,594 4.5% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
68	Carthage College	Golf	248513	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $248,513 32.5% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
69	Washington University in St Louis	Golf	247216	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $247,216 18.0% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
70	Wheaton College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	243967	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $243,967 28.8% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
71	Elmhurst University	Baseball	242459	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $242,459 5.8% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
72	Augustana College	Lacrosse	237641	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $237,641 5.0% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
73	North Central College	Cross Country	231914	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $231,914 17.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
74	Carroll University	Baseball	219921	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $219,921 9.3% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
75	North Central College	Softball	219843	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $219,843 14.2% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
76	Augustana College	Softball	213213	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $213,213 13.8% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
77	Carthage College	Wrestling	203963	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $203,963 8.8% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
78	Wheaton College	Volleyball	197766	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $197,766 23.7% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
79	Illinois Wesleyan University	Baseball	195513	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $195,513 5.8% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
80	Carthage College	Tennis	194423	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $194,423 15.8% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
81	Illinois Wesleyan University	Softball	193751	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $193,751 22.1% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
82	Millikin University	Softball	192007	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $192,007 2.3% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
83	Augustana College	Wrestling	191632	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $191,632 7.4% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
84	Illinois Wesleyan University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	187140	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $187,140 10.4% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
85	North Central College	Tennis	186553	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $186,553 5.4% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
86	Augustana College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	183597	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $183,597 10.3% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
87	North Park University	Softball	183458	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $183,458 8.3% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
88	Carroll University	Softball	176003	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $176,003 3.3% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
89	North Central College	Golf	175138	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $175,138 6.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
90	Elmhurst University	Volleyball	170462	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $170,462 16.0% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
91	Wheaton College	Softball	165580	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $165,580 0.1% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
92	Augustana College	Golf	163653	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $163,653 8.1% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
93	Illinois Wesleyan University	Golf	162961	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $162,961 6.2% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
94	Elmhurst University	Golf	162283	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $162,283 11.1% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
95	Carroll University	Volleyball	159909	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $159,909 1.1% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
96	Augustana College	Tennis	153711	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $153,711 36.2% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
97	Millikin University	Golf	153559	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#97 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $153,559 20.5% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
98	Elmhurst University	Wrestling	152010	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#98 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $152,010 3.3% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
99	North Park University	Golf	145818	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#99 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $145,818 9.1% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
100	Millikin University	Swimming	140700	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#100 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Swimming Top Sports by Revenue $140,700 1.5% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
101	Wheaton College	Tennis	140204	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#101 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $140,204 0.3% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
102	Millikin University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	138898	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#102 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $138,898 7.5% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
103	Millikin University	Track and Field (Indoor)	138896	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#103 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $138,896 8.3% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
104	Elmhurst University	Softball	138367	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#104 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $138,367 19.2% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
105	Carthage College	Water Polo	122436	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#105 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Water Polo Top Sports by Revenue $122,436 9.3% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
106	Carthage College	Softball	118701	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#106 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $118,701 30.3% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
107	Carroll University	Golf	117517	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#107 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $117,517 19.1% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
108	Illinois Wesleyan University	Wrestling	117079	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#108 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $117,079 Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
109	North Central College	Swimming	112709	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#109 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Swimming Top Sports by Revenue $112,709 44.4% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
110	North Park University	Other Sports	109860	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#110 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $109,860 Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
111	Wheaton College	Golf	98642	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#111 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $98,642 29.3% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
112	Millikin University	Tennis	91463	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#112 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $91,463 35.9% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
113	Carroll University	Tennis	87988	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#113 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $87,988 6.6% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
114	North Central College	Other Sports	85413	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#114 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $85,413 16.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
115	Millikin University	Other Sports	70357	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#115 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $70,357 14.2% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
116	Illinois Wesleyan University	Tennis	70281	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#116 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $70,281 5.9% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
117	Carroll University	Swimming	69930	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#117 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming Top Sports by Revenue $69,930 37.8% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
118	Millikin University	Cross Country	66524	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#118 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $66,524 2.2% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
119	North Park University	Tennis	46881	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#119 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $46,881 11.4% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
120	Elmhurst University	Tennis	45299	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#120 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $45,299 26.9% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
121	Elmhurst University	Bowling	41731	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#121 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Bowling Top Sports by Revenue $41,731 22.9% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
122	Carthage College	Bowling	40200	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#122 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Bowling Top Sports by Revenue $40,200 58.8% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
123	Carroll University	Bowling	39133	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#123 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Bowling Top Sports by Revenue $39,133 4.1% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
124	Augustana College	Bowling	34754	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#124 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Sport Bowling Top Sports by Revenue $34,754 11.3% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
125	Illinois Wesleyan University	Bowling	22589	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#125 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Bowling Top Sports by Revenue $22,589 32.1% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
126	North Central College	Bowling	10785	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#126 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Sport Bowling Top Sports by Revenue $10,785 79.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Basketball

$1,247,558 28.5%

12.1%

1,480 – 1,560

$22,440

$78,073

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Football

$1,223,549 1.3%

77.3%

1,090 – 1,320

$24,190

$51,762

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

$960,261 18.3%

12.1%

1,480 – 1,560

$22,440

$78,073

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Football

$870,399 5.5%

12.1%

1,480 – 1,560

$22,440

$78,073

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Soccer

$862,771 11.4%

12.1%

1,480 – 1,560

$22,440

$78,073

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Football

$814,294 4.6%

90.0%

1,270 – 1,440

$31,346

$50,270

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Tennis

$726,935 27.3%

12.1%

1,480 – 1,560

$22,440

$78,073

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Football

$711,910 10.4%

72.8%

1,010 – 1,210

$19,910

$49,326

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

$695,463 29.5%

62.8%

1,040 – 1,290

$24,695

$49,849

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Football

$694,800 15.4%

62.8%

1,040 – 1,290

$24,695

$49,849

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Football

$687,576 8.1%

87.1%

1,000 – 1,220

$24,962

$46,116

$1,247,558
28.5%

$1,223,549
1.3%

$960,261
18.3%

$870,399
5.5%

$862,771
11.4%

$814,294
4.6%

$726,935
27.3%

$711,910
10.4%

$695,463
29.5%

$694,800
15.4%

$687,576
8.1%

$686,009
7.5%

$647,198
2.0%

$640,653
14.2%

$619,905
10.5%

$598,429
5.1%

$577,948
6.4%

$575,847
8.9%