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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	8446378	48.69	1,300 – 1,450	34086	50796	#1 2027 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. 92% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Business Administration and Management, General. 375 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $8,446,378 4.3% Acceptance Rate 48.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $34,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
2	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Football	8195425	28.59	1,030 – 1,240	22124	60168	#2 2027 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 Intelligence, General. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $8,195,425 17.2% Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
3	Mercer University	Football	7509501	64.3	1,170 – 1,360	24364	50231	#3 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 64% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $7,509,501 9.9% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
4	Wofford College	Football	7018564	54.87	1,240 – 1,370	30481	52076	#4 2027 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 89% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $36,914 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $7,018,564 0.6% Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,481 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
5	Samford University	Football	6730393	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	34926	49466	#5 2027 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 14 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $6,730,393 5.5% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $34,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
6	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Football	6543957	71.62	1,040 – 1,210	15347	42209	#6 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 72% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% 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 $6,543,957 23.8% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
7	Furman University	Basketball	6312852	48.69	1,300 – 1,450	34086	50796	#7 2027 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. 92% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Business Administration and Management, General. 375 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $6,312,852 0.6% Acceptance Rate 48.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $34,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
8	Virginia Military Institute	Football	5394538	74.12	1,080 – 1,290	18825	63545	#8 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA Abraham Lincoln called the Virginia Military Institute the “West Point of the South.” Located on the Maury River in the Shenandoah Valley, 429 athletes (the Keydets) compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Southern Conference. Moe the Kangaroo cheers them on. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $5,394,538 7.5% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,545
9	Samford University	Basketball	5178164	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	34926	49466	#9 2027 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 14 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $5,178,164 28.3% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $34,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
10	East Tennessee State University	Football	5040907	86.19	1,010 – 1,240	16286	38704	#10 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $5,040,907 13.9% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
11	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Basketball	4478626	91.13	1,090 – 1,260	11404	39869	#11 2027 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 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% 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 $4,478,626 9.2% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,404 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
12	Mercer University	Basketball	4467792	64.3	1,170 – 1,360	24364	50231	#12 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 64% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $4,467,792 1.8% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
13	Wofford College	Basketball	4046184	54.87	1,240 – 1,370	30481	52076	#13 2027 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 89% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $36,914 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $4,046,184 7.9% Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,481 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
14	Western Carolina University	Football	3907722	70.76	1,030 – 1,250	13767	43085	#14 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 78% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $3,907,722 21.5% Acceptance Rate 70.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
15	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Basketball	3877585	71.62	1,040 – 1,210	15347	42209	#15 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 72% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% 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 $3,877,585 10.3% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
16	East Tennessee State University	Basketball	3628509	86.19	1,010 – 1,240	16286	38704	#16 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $3,628,509 12.2% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
17	East Tennessee State University	Baseball	3479039	86.19	1,010 – 1,240	16286	38704	#17 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $3,479,039 292.2% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
18	Western Carolina University	Basketball	2691020	70.76	1,030 – 1,250	13767	43085	#18 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 78% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $2,691,020 11.9% Acceptance Rate 70.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
19	Furman University	Soccer	2649446	48.69	1,300 – 1,450	34086	50796	#19 2027 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. 92% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Business Administration and Management, General. 375 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $2,649,446 8.4% Acceptance Rate 48.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $34,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
20	Samford University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	2637552	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	34926	49466	#20 2027 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 14 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 $2,637,552 8.7% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $34,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
21	Furman University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	2630204	48.69	1,300 – 1,450	34086	50796	#21 2027 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. 92% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Business Administration and Management, General. 375 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $2,630,204 8.2% Acceptance Rate 48.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $34,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
22	Mercer University	Lacrosse	2385879	64.3	1,170 – 1,360	24364	50231	#22 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 64% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $2,385,879 13.8% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
23	Virginia Military Institute	Basketball	2241416	74.12	1,080 – 1,290	18825	63545	#23 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA Abraham Lincoln called the Virginia Military Institute the “West Point of the South.” Located on the Maury River in the Shenandoah Valley, 429 athletes (the Keydets) compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Southern Conference. Moe the Kangaroo cheers them on. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $2,241,416 2.8% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,545
24	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Basketball	2195887	28.59	1,030 – 1,240	22124	60168	#24 2027 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 Intelligence, General. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $2,195,887 15.8% Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
25	Wofford College	Soccer	1901937	54.87	1,240 – 1,370	30481	52076	#25 2027 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 89% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $36,914 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,901,937 0.4% Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,481 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
26	Mercer University	Soccer	1880758	64.3	1,170 – 1,360	24364	50231	#26 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 64% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,880,758 4.3% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
27	Mercer University	Baseball	1830779	64.3	1,170 – 1,360	24364	50231	#27 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 64% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,830,779 7.8% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
28	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Soccer	1788587	91.13	1,090 – 1,260	11404	39869	#28 2027 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 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% 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 $1,788,587 4.3% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,404 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
29	Wofford College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1714821	54.87	1,240 – 1,370	30481	52076	#29 2027 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 89% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $36,914 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,714,821 5.8% Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,481 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
30	Wofford College	Baseball	1580159	54.87	1,240 – 1,370	30481	52076	#30 2027 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 89% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $36,914 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,580,159 3.1% Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,481 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
31	Samford University	Baseball	1550524	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	34926	49466	#31 2027 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 14 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,550,524 13.0% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $34,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
32	Furman University	Golf	1505237	48.69	1,300 – 1,450	34086	50796	#32 2027 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. 92% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Business Administration and Management, General. 375 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,505,237 14.4% Acceptance Rate 48.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $34,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
33	Mercer University	Softball	1408969	64.3	1,170 – 1,360	24364	50231	#33 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 64% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $1,408,969 18.6% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
34	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Baseball	1403681	28.59	1,030 – 1,240	22124	60168	#34 2027 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 Intelligence, General. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,403,681 19.4% Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
35	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Golf	1402452	71.62	1,040 – 1,210	15347	42209	#35 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 72% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% 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 $1,402,452 4.2% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
36	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1385877	28.59	1,030 – 1,240	22124	60168	#36 2027 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 Intelligence, General. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,385,877 14.2% Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
37	Furman University	Tennis	1321852	48.69	1,300 – 1,450	34086	50796	#37 2027 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. 92% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Business Administration and Management, General. 375 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $1,321,852 4.8% Acceptance Rate 48.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $34,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
38	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Wrestling	1230411	28.59	1,030 – 1,240	22124	60168	#38 2027 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 Intelligence, General. Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $1,230,411 105.6% Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
39	Samford University	Soccer	1218316	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	34926	49466	#39 2027 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 14 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,218,316 5.3% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $34,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
40	Samford University	Tennis	1207545	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	34926	49466	#40 2027 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 14 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $1,207,545 20.6% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $34,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
41	Mercer University	Golf	1206196	64.3	1,170 – 1,360	24364	50231	#41 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 64% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,206,196 7.7% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
42	Wofford College	Golf	1168584	54.87	1,240 – 1,370	30481	52076	#42 2027 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 89% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $36,914 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,168,584 2.0% Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,481 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
43	Samford University	Volleyball	1155381	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	34926	49466	#43 2027 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 14 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,155,381 14.3% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $34,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
44	Wofford College	Lacrosse	1154966	54.87	1,240 – 1,370	30481	52076	#44 2027 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 89% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $36,914 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $1,154,966 16.7% Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,481 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
45	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Volleyball	1135655	28.59	1,030 – 1,240	22124	60168	#45 2027 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 Intelligence, General. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,135,655 35.5% Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
46	Wofford College	Volleyball	1128882	54.87	1,240 – 1,370	30481	52076	#46 2027 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 89% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $36,914 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,128,882 7.6% Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,481 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
47	Wofford College	Tennis	1122650	54.87	1,240 – 1,370	30481	52076	#47 2027 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 89% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $36,914 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $1,122,650 0.2% Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,481 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
48	East Tennessee State University	Golf	1106774	86.19	1,010 – 1,240	16286	38704	#48 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $1,106,774 0.9% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
49	Virginia Military Institute	Soccer	1086307	74.12	1,080 – 1,290	18825	63545	#49 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA Abraham Lincoln called the Virginia Military Institute the “West Point of the South.” Located on the Maury River in the Shenandoah Valley, 429 athletes (the Keydets) compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Southern Conference. Moe the Kangaroo cheers them on. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,086,307 12.8% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,545
50	East Tennessee State University	Soccer	1078303	86.19	1,010 – 1,240	16286	38704	#50 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,078,303 5.8% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
51	Virginia Military Institute	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1069427	74.12	1,080 – 1,290	18825	63545	#51 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA Abraham Lincoln called the Virginia Military Institute the “West Point of the South.” Located on the Maury River in the Shenandoah Valley, 429 athletes (the Keydets) compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Southern Conference. Moe the Kangaroo cheers them on. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,069,427 4.7% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,545
52	Wofford College	Softball	1058115	54.87	1,240 – 1,370	30481	52076	#52 2027 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 89% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $36,914 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $1,058,115 17.3% Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,481 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
53	Mercer University	Volleyball	1043898	64.3	1,170 – 1,360	24364	50231	#53 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 64% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,043,898 18.2% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
54	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Baseball	1033582	91.13	1,090 – 1,260	11404	39869	#54 2027 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 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% 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 $1,033,582 13.7% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,404 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
55	Furman University	Volleyball	1031684	48.69	1,300 – 1,450	34086	50796	#55 2027 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. 92% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Business Administration and Management, General. 375 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,031,684 11.9% Acceptance Rate 48.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $34,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
56	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Wrestling	1029102	71.62	1,040 – 1,210	15347	42209	#56 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 72% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% 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 $1,029,102 12.8% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
57	Mercer University	Tennis	1021908	64.3	1,170 – 1,360	24364	50231	#57 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 64% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $1,021,908 7.7% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
58	Furman University	Softball	1021580	48.69	1,300 – 1,450	34086	50796	#58 2027 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. 92% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Business Administration and Management, General. 375 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $1,021,580 2.5% Acceptance Rate 48.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $34,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
59	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Golf	1017884	91.13	1,090 – 1,260	11404	39869	#59 2027 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 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% 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 $1,017,884 7.0% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,404 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
60	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Softball	1006505	71.62	1,040 – 1,210	15347	42209	#60 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 72% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% 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 $1,006,505 8.6% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
61	Virginia Military Institute	Baseball	1000687	74.12	1,080 – 1,290	18825	63545	#61 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA Abraham Lincoln called the Virginia Military Institute the “West Point of the South.” Located on the Maury River in the Shenandoah Valley, 429 athletes (the Keydets) compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Southern Conference. Moe the Kangaroo cheers them on. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,000,687 2.4% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,545
62	Samford University	Softball	994924	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	34926	49466	#62 2027 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 14 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $994,924 6.4% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $34,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
63	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Soccer	990859	71.62	1,040 – 1,210	15347	42209	#63 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 72% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% 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 $990,859 28.6% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
64	Western Carolina University	Baseball	979515	70.76	1,030 – 1,250	13767	43085	#64 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 78% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $979,515 28.9% Acceptance Rate 70.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
65	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Soccer	977268	28.59	1,030 – 1,240	22124	60168	#65 2027 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 Intelligence, General. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $977,268 14.3% Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
66	Virginia Military Institute	Lacrosse	955618	74.12	1,080 – 1,290	18825	63545	#66 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA Abraham Lincoln called the Virginia Military Institute the “West Point of the South.” Located on the Maury River in the Shenandoah Valley, 429 athletes (the Keydets) compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Southern Conference. Moe the Kangaroo cheers them on. Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $955,618 3.6% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,545
67	Samford University	Golf	951128	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	34926	49466	#67 2027 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 14 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $951,128 9.8% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $34,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
68	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Volleyball	932726	71.62	1,040 – 1,210	15347	42209	#68 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 72% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% 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 $932,726 12.4% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
69	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Softball	845745	91.13	1,090 – 1,260	11404	39869	#69 2027 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 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% 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 $845,745 5.9% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,404 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
70	Western Carolina University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	808919	70.76	1,030 – 1,250	13767	43085	#70 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 78% 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 $808,919 19.2% Acceptance Rate 70.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
71	Furman University	Lacrosse	773753	48.69	1,300 – 1,450	34086	50796	#71 2027 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. 92% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Business Administration and Management, General. 375 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference....Read more Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $773,753 25.0% Acceptance Rate 48.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $34,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
72	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Tennis	758537	71.62	1,040 – 1,210	15347	42209	#72 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 72% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% 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 $758,537 3.7% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
73	Virginia Military Institute	Wrestling	705205	74.12	1,080 – 1,290	18825	63545	#73 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA Abraham Lincoln called the Virginia Military Institute the “West Point of the South.” Located on the Maury River in the Shenandoah Valley, 429 athletes (the Keydets) compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Southern Conference. Moe the Kangaroo cheers them on. Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $705,205 0.7% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,545
74	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Volleyball	651099	91.13	1,090 – 1,260	11404	39869	#74 2027 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 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% 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 $651,099 16.8% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,404 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
75	East Tennessee State University	Tennis	626814	86.19	1,010 – 1,240	16286	38704	#75 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $626,814 14.7% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
76	East Tennessee State University	Volleyball	611961	86.19	1,010 – 1,240	16286	38704	#76 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $611,961 14.6% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
77	Mercer University	Cross Country	576978	64.3	1,170 – 1,360	24364	50231	#77 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 64% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% 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 $576,978 1.7% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
78	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Tennis	568272	28.59	1,030 – 1,240	22124	60168	#78 2027 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 Intelligence, General. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $568,272 75.8% Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
79	Western Carolina University	Soccer	558946	70.76	1,030 – 1,250	13767	43085	#79 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 78% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $558,946 40.0% Acceptance Rate 70.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
80	Western Carolina University	Golf	556995	70.76	1,030 – 1,250	13767	43085	#80 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 78% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $556,995 3.2% Acceptance Rate 70.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
81	Western Carolina University	Softball	556475	70.76	1,030 – 1,250	13767	43085	#81 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 78% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $556,475 44.1% Acceptance Rate 70.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
82	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Tennis	551577	91.13	1,090 – 1,260	11404	39869	#82 2027 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 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% 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 $551,577 3.3% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,404 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
83	Virginia Military Institute	Swimming and Diving (combined)	532497	74.12	1,080 – 1,290	18825	63545	#83 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA Abraham Lincoln called the Virginia Military Institute the “West Point of the South.” Located on the Maury River in the Shenandoah Valley, 429 athletes (the Keydets) compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Southern Conference. Moe the Kangaroo cheers them on. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $532,497 30.3% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,545
84	East Tennessee State University	Softball	531032	86.19	1,010 – 1,240	16286	38704	#84 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $531,032 7.6% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
85	Western Carolina University	Volleyball	501601	70.76	1,030 – 1,250	13767	43085	#85 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 78% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $501,601 76.2% Acceptance Rate 70.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
86	Virginia Military Institute	Water Polo	473864	74.12	1,080 – 1,290	18825	63545	#86 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA Abraham Lincoln called the Virginia Military Institute the “West Point of the South.” Located on the Maury River in the Shenandoah Valley, 429 athletes (the Keydets) compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Southern Conference. Moe the Kangaroo cheers them on. Sport Water Polo Top Sports by Revenue $473,864 24.7% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,545
87	Mercer University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	467692	64.3	1,170 – 1,360	24364	50231	#87 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 64% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% 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 $467,692 41.6% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
88	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Golf	406094	28.59	1,030 – 1,240	22124	60168	#88 2027 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 Intelligence, General. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $406,094 11.1% Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
89	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	Rifle	382988	28.59	1,030 – 1,240	22124	60168	#89 2027 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 Intelligence, General. Sport Rifle Top Sports by Revenue $382,988 15.7% Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
90	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	368579	71.62	1,040 – 1,210	15347	42209	#90 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 72% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% 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 $368,579 28.4% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
91	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	366581	91.13	1,090 – 1,260	11404	39869	#91 2027 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 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% 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 $366,581 20.3% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,404 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
92	Mercer University	Beach Volleyball	322736	64.3	1,170 – 1,360	24364	50231	#92 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 64% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% 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 $322,736 34.6% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
93	East Tennessee State University	Cross Country	294384	86.19	1,010 – 1,240	16286	38704	#93 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $294,384 18.1% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
94	Western Carolina University	Tennis	266566	70.76	1,030 – 1,250	13767	43085	#94 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 78% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $266,566 126.4% Acceptance Rate 70.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
95	East Tennessee State University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	213885	86.19	1,010 – 1,240	16286	38704	#95 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $213,885 0.5% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
96	East Tennessee State University	Other Sports	194938	86.19	1,010 – 1,240	16286	38704	#96 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $194,938 17.3% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
97	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Beach Volleyball	174811	71.62	1,040 – 1,210	15347	42209	#97 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 72% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% 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 $174,811 60.1% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
98	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	Cross Country	172242	71.62	1,040 – 1,210	15347	42209	#98 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 72% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% 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 $172,242 12.5% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
99	East Tennessee State University	Track and Field (Indoor)	126975	86.19	1,010 – 1,240	16286	38704	#99 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $126,975 25.9% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
100	Virginia Military Institute	Rifle	123495	74.12	1,080 – 1,290	18825	63545	#100 2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA Abraham Lincoln called the Virginia Military Institute the “West Point of the South.” Located on the Maury River in the Shenandoah Valley, 429 athletes (the Keydets) compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Southern Conference. Moe the Kangaroo cheers them on. Sport Rifle Top Sports by Revenue $123,495 0.5% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,545
101	Wofford College	Rifle	88581	54.87	1,240 – 1,370	30481	52076	#101 2027 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 89% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $36,914 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Sport Rifle Top Sports by Revenue $88,581 47.1% Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,481 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076

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2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

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2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

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$7,509,501 9.9%

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2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

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2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

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$6,730,393 5.5%

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1,100 – 1,300

$34,926

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2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

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$6,543,957 23.8%

71.6%

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$15,347

$42,209

2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

Basketball

$6,312,852 0.6%

48.7%

1,300 – 1,450

$34,086

$50,796

2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

Football

$5,394,538 7.5%

74.1%

1,080 – 1,290

$18,825

$63,545

2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

Basketball

$5,178,164 28.3%

82.4%

1,100 – 1,300

$34,926

$49,466

2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

Football

$5,040,907 13.9%

86.2%

1,010 – 1,240

$16,286

$38,704

2027 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue – Southern Conference

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