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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	Furman University	Football	8822276	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $8,822,276 9.3% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
2	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Football	6992919	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $6,992,919 0.5% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
3	Wofford College	Football	6979374	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $6,979,374 6.7% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
4	Mercer University	Football	6831119	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $6,831,119 5.6% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
5	Samford University	Football	6378192	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $6,378,192 13.4% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
6	Furman University	Basketball	6348427	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $6,348,427 3.0% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
7	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Football	5287623	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $5,287,623 4.0% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
8	Western Carolina University	Football	4980032	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $4,980,032 33.9% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
9	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Basketball	4934598	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $4,934,598 17.5% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
10	East Tennessee State University	Football	4425312	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $4,425,312 3.1% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
11	Mercer University	Basketball	4390222	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $4,390,222 4.3% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
12	Samford University	Basketball	4034980	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $4,034,980 7.3% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
13	Wofford College	Basketball	3751068	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $3,751,068 0.6% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
14	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Basketball	3516011	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $3,516,011 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
15	East Tennessee State University	Basketball	3233111	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $3,233,111 16.6% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
16	Furman University	Soccer	2444507	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $2,444,507 4.3% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
17	Furman University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	2430317	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $2,430,317 6.9% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
18	Samford University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	2427299	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $2,427,299 9.5% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
19	Western Carolina University	Basketball	2404586	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $2,404,586 10.2% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
20	Mercer University	Lacrosse	2097011	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $2,097,011 13.3% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
21	Mercer University	Soccer	1964417	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,964,417 8.6% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
22	Wofford College	Soccer	1909293	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,909,293 0.5% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
23	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Basketball	1895962	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $1,895,962 5.3% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
24	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Soccer	1868687	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,868,687 1.8% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
25	Mercer University	Baseball	1699044	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,699,044 1.9% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
26	Wofford College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1621016	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,621,016 5.9% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
27	Wofford College	Baseball	1532948	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,532,948 19.7% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
28	Furman University	Tennis	1388066	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $1,388,066 7.1% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
29	Samford University	Baseball	1371715	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,371,715 0.9% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
30	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Golf	1346035	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,346,035 7.4% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
31	Furman University	Golf	1315445	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,315,445 1.4% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
32	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1213351	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,213,351 8.5% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
33	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Baseball	1197241	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,197,241 12.1% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
34	Wofford College	Golf	1192229	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,192,229 4.4% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
35	Mercer University	Softball	1188162	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $1,188,162 18.3% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
36	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Baseball	1176095	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,176,095 1.0% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
37	Furman University	Volleyball	1171536	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,171,536 6.7% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
38	Samford University	Soccer	1156840	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,156,840 1.0% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
39	East Tennessee State University	Soccer	1144958	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,144,958 4.2% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
40	Wofford College	Tennis	1125155	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $1,125,155 18.2% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
41	Mercer University	Golf	1120275	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,120,275 10.3% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
42	East Tennessee State University	Golf	1096757	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,096,757 13.6% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
43	Wofford College	Volleyball	1049482	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,049,482 3.7% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
44	Furman University	Softball	1047261	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $1,047,261 14.1% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
45	Samford University	Volleyball	1010876	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,010,876 7.9% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
46	Samford University	Tennis	1001226	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $1,001,226 11.4% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
47	Wofford College	Lacrosse	989484	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $989,484 15.6% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
48	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Golf	951593	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $951,593 3.7% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
49	Mercer University	Tennis	948550	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $948,550 11.0% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
50	Samford University	Softball	935183	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $935,183 23.2% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
51	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Softball	926890	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $926,890 7.0% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
52	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Wrestling	912215	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $912,215 3.6% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
53	Wofford College	Softball	901677	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $901,677 113.6% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
54	East Tennessee State University	Baseball	887124	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $887,124 13.7% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
55	Mercer University	Volleyball	883376	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $883,376 11.3% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
56	Samford University	Golf	866139	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $866,139 5.2% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
57	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Soccer	855116	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $855,116 22.3% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
58	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Volleyball	837847	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $837,847 25.5% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
59	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Volleyball	830048	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $830,048 1.7% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
60	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Softball	798350	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $798,350 0.5% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
61	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Tennis	787328	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $787,328 7.7% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
62	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Volleyball	782514	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $782,514 40.3% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
63	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Soccer	770628	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $770,628 9.7% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
64	Western Carolina University	Baseball	760117	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $760,117 7.6% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
65	East Tennessee State University	Tennis	734888	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $734,888 3.7% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
66	East Tennessee State University	Volleyball	716607	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $716,607 20.3% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
67	Western Carolina University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	678614	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $678,614 9.5% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
68	Furman University	Lacrosse	619192	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $619,192 3.3% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
69	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Wrestling	598497	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $598,497 2.8% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
70	Mercer University	Cross Country	586986	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $586,986 38.1% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
71	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Tennis	570397	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $570,397 9.5% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
72	Western Carolina University	Golf	539812	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $539,812 9.4% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
73	East Tennessee State University	Softball	493620	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $493,620 8.1% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
74	Western Carolina University	Soccer	399277	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $399,277 20.9% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
75	Western Carolina University	Softball	386232	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $386,232 22.5% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
76	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Golf	365532	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $365,532 37.1% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
77	East Tennessee State University	Cross Country	359556	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $359,556 99.6% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
78	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Rifle	331049	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Rifle Top Sports by Revenue $331,049 62.4% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
79	Mercer University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	330219	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $330,219 7.8% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
80	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Tennis	323277	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $323,277 24.5% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
81	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	304646	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $304,646 7.7% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
82	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	287117	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $287,117 18.7% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
83	Western Carolina University	Volleyball	284729	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $284,729 36.1% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
84	Mercer University	Beach Volleyball	239856	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $239,856 41.7% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
85	East Tennessee State University	Other Sports	235816	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $235,816 68.2% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
86	East Tennessee State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	215030	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $215,030 17.9% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
87	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Cross Country	196928	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $196,928 9.0% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
88	Western Carolina University	Tennis	117736	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $117,736 55.2% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
89	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Beach Volleyball	109181	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Sport Beach Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $109,181 2.0% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
90	East Tennessee State University	Track and Field (Indoor)	100855	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $100,855 61.5% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
91	Wofford College	Rifle	60203	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Rifle Top Sports by Revenue $60,203 2.4% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076

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2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

Football

$8,822,276 9.3%

43.0%

1,290 – 1,430

$32,901

$50,796

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

Football

$6,992,919 0.5%

92.8%

1,100 – 1,290

$21,041

$60,168

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

Football

$6,979,374 6.7%

51.9%

1,240 – 1,370

$31,061

$52,076

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

Football

$6,831,119 5.6%

68.9%

1,180 – 1,370

$24,197

$50,231

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

Football

$6,378,192 13.4%

82.4%

1,100 – 1,300

$32,176

$49,466

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

Basketball

$6,348,427 3.0%

43.0%

1,290 – 1,430

$32,901

$50,796

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

Football

$5,287,623 4.0%

77.0%

1,040 – 1,210

$13,801

$42,209

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

Football

$4,980,032 33.9%

81.8%

1,030 – 1,230

$12,252

$43,085

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

Basketball

$4,934,598 17.5%

88.5%

1,120 – 1,290

$10,592

$39,869

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

Football

$4,425,312 3.1%

87.1%

1,010 – 1,240

$16,033

$38,704

2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

Basketball

$4,390,222 4.3%

68.9%

1,180 – 1,370

$24,197

$50,231

$8,822,276
9.3%

$6,992,919
0.5%

$6,979,374
6.7%

$6,831,119
5.6%

$6,378,192
13.4%

$6,348,427
3.0%

$5,287,623
4.0%

$4,980,032
33.9%

$4,934,598
17.5%

$4,425,312
3.1%

$4,390,222
4.3%

$4,034,980
7.3%

$3,751,068
0.6%

$3,516,011
0.0%

$3,233,111
16.6%

$2,444,507
4.3%

$2,430,317
6.9%

$2,427,299
9.5%