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Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa

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

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Rank	Institution	Sport	Top Sports by Revenue	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	University of Iowa	Football	91827582	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#1 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $91,827,582 5.1% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
2	Iowa State University	Football	56607092	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#2 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $56,607,092 6.3% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
3	University of Iowa	Basketball	20344985	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#3 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $20,344,985 10.0% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
4	Iowa State University	Basketball	18215318	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#4 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $18,215,318 7.1% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
5	Drake University	Basketball	7075974	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#5 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $7,075,974 18.8% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
6	University of Northern Iowa	Basketball	4563252	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#6 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $4,563,252 4.5% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
7	University of Northern Iowa	Football	3797203	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#7 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $3,797,203 0.0% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
8	Clarke University	Soccer	3143929	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#8 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $3,143,929 30.7% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
9	Clarke University	Football	3035690	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#9 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $3,035,690 6.0% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
10	University of Iowa	Wrestling	2822530	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#10 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $2,822,530 7.0% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
11	William Penn University	Football	2606668	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#11 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $2,606,668 18.5% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
12	William Penn University	Basketball	2550022	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#12 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $2,550,022 32.1% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
13	Grand View University	Football	2538408	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#13 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $2,538,408 14.7% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
14	Graceland University-Lamoni	Football	2440980	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#14 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $2,440,980 2.5% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
15	Waldorf University	Football	2231747	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#15 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $2,231,747 60.0% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
16	William Penn University	Soccer	2100586	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#16 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $2,100,586 11.9% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
17	Drake University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1781569	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#17 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,781,569 7.9% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
18	Drake University	Soccer	1771016	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#18 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,771,016 6.7% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
19	Northwestern College	Football	1700119	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#19 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $1,700,119 1.8% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
20	Dordt University	Football	1690066	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#20 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $1,690,066 8.0% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
21	Grand View University	Wrestling	1685874	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#21 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $1,685,874 12.5% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
22	William Penn University	Other Sports	1586843	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#22 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $1,586,843 37.0% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
23	Briar Cliff University	Football	1569141	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#23 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $1,569,141 24.3% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
24	William Penn University	Wrestling	1550894	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#24 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $1,550,894 46.1% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
25	Grand View University	Soccer	1543669	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#25 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,543,669 7.6% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
26	Upper Iowa University	Football	1530933	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#26 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $1,530,933 3.9% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
27	Drake University	Football	1522222	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#27 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $1,522,222 6.0% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
28	Saint Ambrose University	Football	1402972	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#28 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $1,402,972 6.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
29	Graceland University-Lamoni	Soccer	1399225	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#29 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,399,225 43.2% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
30	Clarke University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1397800	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#30 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,397,800 60.1% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
31	Northwestern College	Basketball	1383857	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#31 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $1,383,857 17.2% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
32	Morningside University	Football	1376274	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#32 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $1,376,274 6.0% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
33	Clarke University	Volleyball	1356949	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#33 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,356,949 101.3% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
34	Clarke University	Basketball	1335535	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#34 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $1,335,535 9.1% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
35	William Penn University	Volleyball	1287999	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#35 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,287,999 14.8% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
36	University of Northern Iowa	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	1276084	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#36 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $1,276,084 3.6% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
37	Clarke University	Baseball	1211042	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#37 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,211,042 5.9% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
38	Waldorf University	Wrestling	1168702	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#38 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $1,168,702 20.9% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
39	Saint Ambrose University	Other Sports	1159278	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#39 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $1,159,278 4.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
40	Graceland University-Lamoni	Basketball	1119395	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#40 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $1,119,395 2.4% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
41	University of Northern Iowa	Volleyball	1119170	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#41 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $1,119,170 3.2% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
42	Dordt University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	1089892	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#42 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $1,089,892 21.1% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
43	William Penn University	Baseball	1062221	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#43 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $1,062,221 32.8% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
44	Grand View University	Basketball	1061411	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#44 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $1,061,411 0.7% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
45	Drake University	Softball	1040448	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#45 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $1,040,448 9.8% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
46	Waldorf University	Basketball	1036645	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#46 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $1,036,645 17.2% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
47	Briar Cliff University	Soccer	1008182	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#47 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $1,008,182 20.8% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
48	Upper Iowa University	Basketball	998971	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#48 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $998,971 13.3% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
49	Mount Mercy University	Basketball	994452	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#49 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $994,452 6.0% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
50	Mount Mercy University	Soccer	968050	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#50 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $968,050 11.7% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
51	Briar Cliff University	Basketball	960960	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#51 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $960,960 1.1% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
52	University of Northern Iowa	Wrestling	959491	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#52 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $959,491 1.7% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
53	William Penn University	Lacrosse	958519	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#53 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $958,519 24.1% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
54	Saint Ambrose University	Basketball	927078	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#54 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $927,078 15.5% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
55	Dordt University	Basketball	917569	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#55 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $917,569 5.3% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
56	Dordt University	Soccer	908102	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#56 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $908,102 1.3% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
57	Clarke University	Softball	883635	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#57 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $883,635 32.4% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
58	Drake University	Tennis	875483	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#58 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $875,483 3.2% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
59	Waldorf University	Soccer	869021	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#59 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $869,021 17.8% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
60	Mount Mercy University	Baseball	858834	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#60 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $858,834 7.8% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
61	Waldorf University	Ice Hockey	854011	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#61 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Ice Hockey Top Sports by Revenue $854,011 47.6% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
62	Iowa State University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	841647	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#62 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $841,647 10.0% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
63	Drake University	Volleyball	833184	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#63 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $833,184 3.3% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
64	Morningside University	Basketball	816827	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#64 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $816,827 4.5% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
65	William Penn University	Softball	812852	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#65 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $812,852 10.4% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
66	Northwestern College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	811844	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#66 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $811,844 2.3% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
67	Saint Ambrose University	Soccer	806921	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#67 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $806,921 8.9% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
68	Central College	Football	798807	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#68 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $798,807 4.6% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
69	University of Northern Iowa	Softball	781705	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#69 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $781,705 4.8% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
70	Northwestern College	Soccer	779437	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#70 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $779,437 3.5% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
71	Briar Cliff University	Softball	771699	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#71 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $771,699 0.3% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
72	Drake University	Golf	770547	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#72 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $770,547 4.4% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
73	William Penn University	Bowling	765902	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#73 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Bowling Top Sports by Revenue $765,902 1.1% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
74	Mount Mercy University	Volleyball	759662	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#74 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $759,662 4.4% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
75	Waldorf University	Baseball	756628	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#75 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $756,628 8.2% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
76	Briar Cliff University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	722650	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#76 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $722,650 7.9% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
77	Morningside University	Soccer	715316	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#77 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $715,316 4.5% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
78	Grand View University	Volleyball	702026	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#78 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $702,026 8.9% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
79	Dordt University	Volleyball	686222	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#79 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $686,222 14.4% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
80	Graceland University-Lamoni	Volleyball	680978	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#80 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $680,978 12.7% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
81	Graceland University-Lamoni	Baseball	670894	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#81 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $670,894 4.2% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
82	Clarke University	Lacrosse	667322	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#82 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $667,322 33.2% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
83	Upper Iowa University	Wrestling	650149	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#83 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $650,149 10.5% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
84	Grand View University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	648816	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#84 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $648,816 22.0% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
85	Northwestern College	Volleyball	634763	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#85 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $634,763 11.8% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
86	Dordt University	Baseball	634723	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#86 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $634,723 26.6% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
87	Loras College	Basketball	630736	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#87 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $630,736 19.2% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
88	University of Dubuque	Ice Hockey	622933	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#88 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Ice Hockey Top Sports by Revenue $622,933 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
89	Morningside University	Volleyball	616416	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#89 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $616,416 9.6% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
90	Grand View University	Baseball	610030	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#90 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $610,030 1.2% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
91	Upper Iowa University	Soccer	608364	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#91 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $608,364 9.9% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
92	Luther College	Wrestling	607936	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#92 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $607,936 21.7% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
93	Loras College	Football	604267	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#93 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $604,267 4.0% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
94	Northwestern College	Baseball	603708	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#94 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $603,708 4.4% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
95	University of Dubuque	Basketball	603027	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#95 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $603,027 4.7% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
96	Iowa State University	Wrestling	589702	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#96 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $589,702 78.4% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
97	William Penn University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	588084	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#97 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $588,084 38.2% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
98	William Penn University	Track and Field (Indoor)	588077	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#98 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $588,077 32.3% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
99	Simpson College	Football	581450	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#99 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $581,450 83.4% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
100	University of Dubuque	Football	580169	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#100 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $580,169 7.6% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
101	William Penn University	Golf	574893	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#101 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $574,893 28.6% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
102	Luther College	Football	569946	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#102 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $569,946 8.7% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
103	Morningside University	Baseball	566618	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#103 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $566,618 3.5% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
104	Briar Cliff University	Baseball	564272	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#104 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $564,272 5.8% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
105	Cornell College	Basketball	555987	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#105 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $555,987 3.9% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
106	Clarke University	Other Sports	552718	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#106 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $552,718 Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
107	Briar Cliff University	Volleyball	543845	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#107 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $543,845 31.5% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
108	Saint Ambrose University	Baseball	526712	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#108 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $526,712 3.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
109	Upper Iowa University	Baseball	522742	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#109 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $522,742 5.7% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
110	Wartburg College	Football	519083	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#110 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $519,083 4.7% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
111	Mount Mercy University	Bowling	517306	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#111 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Bowling Top Sports by Revenue $517,306 13.1% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
112	Luther College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	515653	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#112 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $515,653 8.1% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
113	Graceland University-Lamoni	Wrestling	513385	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#113 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $513,385 1.7% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
114	Cornell College	Football	507683	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#114 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $507,683 2.4% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
115	Waldorf University	Softball	506725	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#115 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $506,725 16.2% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
116	University of Northern Iowa	Soccer	501028	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#116 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $501,028 9.6% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
117	Saint Ambrose University	Lacrosse	495129	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#117 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $495,129 20.2% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
118	University of Iowa	Baseball	493146	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#118 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $493,146 70.6% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
119	Grinnell College	Football	490052	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#119 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $490,052 2.0% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
120	Wartburg College	Wrestling	489048	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#120 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $489,048 45.4% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
121	Drake University	Rowing	488976	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#121 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Drake University Des Moines, IA Sport Rowing Top Sports by Revenue $488,976 35.1% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
122	Saint Ambrose University	Volleyball	475774	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#122 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $475,774 3.7% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
123	Mount Mercy University	Golf	471681	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#123 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $471,681 11.2% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
124	University of Northern Iowa	Swimming and Diving (combined)	470651	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#124 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $470,651 4.4% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
125	Morningside University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	470402	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#125 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $470,402 2.5% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
126	Buena Vista University	Football	466863	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#126 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $466,863 0.5% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
127	Morningside University	Softball	464683	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#127 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $464,683 3.3% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
128	Buena Vista University	Basketball	458578	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#128 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $458,578 5.6% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
129	Coe College	Football	454055	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#129 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Football Top Sports by Revenue $454,055 2.2% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
130	Wartburg College	Basketball	444905	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#130 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $444,905 2.9% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
131	Grand View University	Other Sports	442596	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#131 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $442,596 3.8% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
132	Central College	Basketball	440900	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#132 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $440,900 31.9% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
133	Briar Cliff University	Wrestling	440380	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#133 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $440,380 18.9% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
134	Waldorf University	Other Sports	434077	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#134 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $434,077 12.3% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
135	Waldorf University	Bowling	433747	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#135 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Bowling Top Sports by Revenue $433,747 52.4% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
136	Saint Ambrose University	Wrestling	432992	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#136 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $432,992 44.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
137	Dordt University	Softball	429391	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#137 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $429,391 14.2% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
138	Waldorf University	Volleyball	425435	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#138 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $425,435 12.5% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
139	Northwestern College	Softball	421347	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#139 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $421,347 6.7% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
140	Dordt University	Cross Country	420761	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#140 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $420,761 26.7% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
141	William Penn University	Cross Country	413312	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#141 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $413,312 0.7% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
142	Graceland University-Lamoni	Track and Field (Indoor)	410479	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#142 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $410,479 22.1% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
143	Northwestern College	Wrestling	408819	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#143 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $408,819 9.9% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
144	Mount Mercy University	Softball	405091	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#144 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $405,091 1.7% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
145	Upper Iowa University	Volleyball	401889	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#145 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $401,889 17.8% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
146	Cornell College	Wrestling	399205	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#146 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $399,205 13.4% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
147	Simpson College	Basketball	393731	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#147 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $393,731 29.8% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
148	Cornell College	Baseball	384385	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#148 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $384,385 6.4% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
149	Clarke University	Bowling	383848	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#149 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Bowling Top Sports by Revenue $383,848 42.6% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
150	Saint Ambrose University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	377230	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#150 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $377,230 35.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
151	Luther College	Soccer	375080	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#151 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $375,080 5.0% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
152	Loras College	Soccer	374829	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#152 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $374,829 1.9% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
153	Graceland University-Lamoni	Softball	364927	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#153 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $364,927 14.6% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
154	Wartburg College	Soccer	364245	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#154 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $364,245 4.1% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
155	Buena Vista University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	360840	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#155 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $360,840 17.6% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
156	Northwestern College	Other Sports	359930	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#156 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $359,930 20.4% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
157	Saint Ambrose University	Bowling	355945	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#157 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Bowling Top Sports by Revenue $355,945 13.5% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
158	Saint Ambrose University	Softball	348094	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#158 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $348,094 33.4% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
159	Grinnell College	Basketball	344820	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#159 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $344,820 3.0% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
160	Upper Iowa University	Softball	343229	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#160 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $343,229 26.9% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
161	Morningside University	Golf	342362	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#161 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $342,362 18.0% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
162	Loras College	Wrestling	339840	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#162 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $339,840 67.4% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
163	Saint Ambrose University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	335275	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#163 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $335,275 29.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
164	Briar Cliff University	Other Sports	335069	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#164 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $335,069 863.0% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
165	Saint Ambrose University	Track and Field (Indoor)	334402	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#165 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $334,402 29.6% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
166	University of Iowa	Softball	331969	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#166 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $331,969 44.0% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
167	Clarke University	Golf	329746	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#167 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $329,746 38.5% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
168	Coe College	Basketball	329106	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#168 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $329,106 4.9% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
169	Simpson College	Gymnastics	328779	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#169 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Gymnastics Top Sports by Revenue $328,779 64.1% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
170	Graceland University-Lamoni	Track and Field (Outdoor)	324518	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#170 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $324,518 20.7% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
171	University of Dubuque	Soccer	321840	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#171 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $321,840 5.4% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
172	Waldorf University	Golf	320052	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#172 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $320,052 65.3% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
173	Grand View University	Bowling	318807	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#173 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Bowling Top Sports by Revenue $318,807 1.2% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
174	University of Iowa	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	318275	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#174 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $318,275 56.1% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
175	Central College	Wrestling	317633	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#175 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $317,633 82.3% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
176	Central College	Soccer	314116	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#176 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $314,116 29.7% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
177	Simpson College	Soccer	312494	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#177 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $312,494 46.5% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
178	Mount Mercy University	Track and Field (Indoor)	304628	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#178 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $304,628 19.0% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
179	Mount Mercy University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	304628	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#179 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $304,628 19.0% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
180	Dordt University	Other Sports	303797	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#180 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $303,797 3.2% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
181	Morningside University	Tennis	302304	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#181 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $302,304 17.2% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
182	Buena Vista University	Baseball	297930	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#182 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $297,930 8.1% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
183	Loras College	Volleyball	297548	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#183 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $297,548 22.8% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
184	Simpson College	Wrestling	295776	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#184 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $295,776 43.6% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
185	Buena Vista University	Wrestling	294019	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#185 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $294,019 37.9% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
186	Cornell College	Lacrosse	293873	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#186 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $293,873 8.3% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
187	Grand View University	Softball	293123	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#187 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $293,123 2.3% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
188	Briar Cliff University	Golf	292930	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#188 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $292,930 5.8% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
189	University of Dubuque	Wrestling	291769	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#189 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $291,769 31.8% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
190	Morningside University	Swimming	291752	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#190 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Swimming Top Sports by Revenue $291,752 5.0% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
191	Luther College	Basketball	288899	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#191 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $288,899 12.7% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
192	University of Iowa	Soccer	286464	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#192 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $286,464 22.7% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
193	Saint Ambrose University	Golf	285295	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#193 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $285,295 14.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
194	Iowa State University	Volleyball	284812	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#194 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $284,812 76.2% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
195	Iowa State University	Swimming and Diving (combined)	284498	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#195 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $284,498 31.5% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
196	Waldorf University	Cross Country	281384	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#196 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $281,384 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
197	University of Iowa	Volleyball	280852	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#197 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $280,852 14.5% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
198	Northwestern College	Golf	273508	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#198 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $273,508 1.0% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
199	Grand View University	Golf	273159	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#199 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $273,159 15.4% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
200	Dordt University	Golf	271617	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#200 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $271,617 4.9% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
201	Grinnell College	Soccer	269299	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#201 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $269,299 8.6% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
202	University of Iowa	Golf	269192	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#202 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $269,192 28.9% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
203	University of Dubuque	Baseball	266946	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#203 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $266,946 31.8% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
204	Upper Iowa University	Golf	262354	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#204 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $262,354 2.8% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
205	Buena Vista University	Soccer	261502	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#205 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $261,502 13.9% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
206	Simpson College	Volleyball	259828	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#206 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $259,828 15.8% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
207	Mount Mercy University	Other Sports	259574	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#207 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $259,574 7.0% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
208	Grinnell College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	258725	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#208 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $258,725 24.0% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
209	University of Dubuque	Volleyball	258428	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#209 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $258,428 8.8% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
210	Simpson College	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	256699	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#210 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $256,699 16.8% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
211	University of Northern Iowa	Golf	255796	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#211 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $255,796 9.0% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
212	Saint Ambrose University	Cross Country	255515	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#212 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $255,515 27.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
213	Wartburg College	Baseball	254415	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#213 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $254,415 2.3% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
214	University of Northern Iowa	Tennis	250300	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#214 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $250,300 1.1% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
215	Central College	Volleyball	243028	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#215 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $243,028 21.7% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
216	Mount Mercy University	Cross Country	242279	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#216 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $242,279 25.1% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
217	Simpson College	Other Sports	239718	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#217 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $239,718 7.4% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
218	Simpson College	Baseball	239510	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#218 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $239,510 0.4% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
219	Luther College	Baseball	239100	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#219 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $239,100 0.5% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
220	Cornell College	Volleyball	238768	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#220 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $238,768 42.8% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
221	Saint Ambrose University	Swimming	237614	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#221 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Swimming Top Sports by Revenue $237,614 Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
222	Loras College	Baseball	237292	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#222 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $237,292 10.4% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
223	Upper Iowa University	Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)	233139	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#223 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $233,139 54.5% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
224	Luther College	Tennis	231346	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#224 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $231,346 22.0% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
225	Iowa State University	Softball	231183	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#225 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $231,183 35.3% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
226	Central College	Softball	230733	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#226 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $230,733 28.4% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
227	Coe College	Wrestling	230625	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#227 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Wrestling Top Sports by Revenue $230,625 7.2% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
228	Wartburg College	Other Sports	227778	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#228 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $227,778 34.3% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
229	Morningside University	Bowling	226334	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#229 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Sport Bowling Top Sports by Revenue $226,334 2.4% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
230	Wartburg College	Softball	223209	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#230 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $223,209 10.7% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
231	Iowa State University	Gymnastics	223077	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#231 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Gymnastics Top Sports by Revenue $223,077 302.7% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
232	Wartburg College	Track and Field (Indoor)	219834	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#232 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $219,834 2.9% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
233	Central College	Baseball	219242	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#233 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $219,242 24.5% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
234	Grinnell College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	219067	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#234 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $219,067 19.7% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
235	Iowa State University	Soccer	218727	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#235 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $218,727 31.8% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
236	Loras College	Cross Country	214055	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#236 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $214,055 22.9% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
237	Luther College	Softball	213209	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#237 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $213,209 5.1% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
238	Saint Ambrose University	Tennis	212306	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#238 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $212,306 10.7% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
239	Coe College	Soccer	211547	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#239 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $211,547 1.6% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
240	Cornell College	Soccer	211483	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#240 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $211,483 12.1% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
241	Cornell College	Softball	211063	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#241 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $211,063 5.7% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
242	Grinnell College	Baseball	211039	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#242 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $211,039 35.1% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
243	Simpson College	Softball	209913	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#243 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $209,913 23.7% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
244	Wartburg College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	209114	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#244 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $209,114 3.0% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
245	University of Iowa	Rowing	203768	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#245 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Rowing Top Sports by Revenue $203,768 24.5% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
246	Grinnell College	Softball	202331	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#246 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $202,331 3.4% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
247	Waldorf University	Track and Field (Indoor)	196177	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#247 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $196,177 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
248	Waldorf University	Track and Field (Outdoor)	196177	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#248 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $196,177 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
249	University of Dubuque	Golf	194106	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#249 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $194,106 12.4% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
250	University of Iowa	Gymnastics	193417	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#250 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Gymnastics Top Sports by Revenue $193,417 42.6% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
251	Grand View University	Tennis	191887	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#251 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $191,887 7.8% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
252	Coe College	Tennis	189773	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#252 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $189,773 0.4% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
253	Central College	Golf	189702	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#253 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $189,702 21.6% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
254	Buena Vista University	Volleyball	188468	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#254 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $188,468 27.4% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
255	Wartburg College	Cross Country	186032	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#255 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $186,032 6.9% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
256	Grinnell College	Volleyball	185929	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#256 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $185,929 0.8% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
257	Grinnell College	Tennis	185277	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#257 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $185,277 5.5% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
258	Luther College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	185118	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#258 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $185,118 41.1% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
259	Mount Mercy University	Lacrosse	183689	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#259 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $183,689 Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
260	University of Dubuque	Lacrosse	182871	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#260 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Lacrosse Top Sports by Revenue $182,871 16.9% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
261	University of Dubuque	Softball	181961	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#261 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $181,961 47.0% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
262	Luther College	Volleyball	174737	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#262 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $174,737 14.9% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
263	Grand View University	Rifle	172359	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#263 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Sport Rifle Top Sports by Revenue $172,359 2.2% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
264	Grinnell College	Track and Field (Indoor)	171794	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#264 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $171,794 11.9% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
265	Northwestern College	Tennis	171532	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#265 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $171,532 3.5% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
266	Wartburg College	Volleyball	170135	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#266 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $170,135 19.3% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
267	Loras College	Track and Field (Indoor)	169148	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#267 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $169,148 20.0% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
268	Loras College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	169148	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#268 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $169,148 20.0% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
269	Grinnell College	Golf	168256	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#269 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $168,256 31.7% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
270	Upper Iowa University	Other Sports	161160	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#270 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $161,160 61.0% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
271	Central College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	157190	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#271 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $157,190 28.1% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
272	Central College	Track and Field (Indoor)	157189	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#272 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $157,189 28.1% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
273	University of Iowa	Swimming and Diving (combined)	156890	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#273 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $156,890 40.1% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
274	Waldorf University	Rifle	156662	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#274 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Sport Rifle Top Sports by Revenue $156,662 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
275	Coe College	Volleyball	155218	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#275 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $155,218 0.8% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
276	Loras College	Softball	153992	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#276 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $153,992 9.8% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
277	Coe College	Softball	151547	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#277 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $151,547 7.0% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
278	Coe College	Baseball	150209	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#278 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Baseball Top Sports by Revenue $150,209 0.6% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
279	Buena Vista University	Golf	143248	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#279 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $143,248 19.0% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
280	Buena Vista University	Tennis	139707	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#280 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $139,707 20.4% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
281	Coe College	Other Sports	136109	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#281 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $136,109 34.1% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
282	Graceland University-Lamoni	Rodeo	135853	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#282 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Rodeo Top Sports by Revenue $135,853 16.7% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
283	Wartburg College	Bowling	132675	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#283 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Bowling Top Sports by Revenue $132,675 75.6% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
284	University of Dubuque	Track and Field (Indoor)	131474	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#284 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $131,474 9.7% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
285	University of Dubuque	Track and Field (Outdoor)	127753	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#285 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $127,753 10.6% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
286	Central College	Cross Country	127455	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#286 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $127,455 21.9% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
287	Loras College	Golf	126696	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#287 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $126,696 54.0% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
288	Central College	Tennis	126161	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#288 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $126,161 30.8% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
289	Simpson College	Golf	125809	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#289 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $125,809 21.3% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
290	Wartburg College	Tennis	121694	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#290 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $121,694 16.4% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
291	Cornell College	Cross Country	120250	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#291 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $120,250 23.5% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
292	Loras College	Tennis	117294	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#292 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $117,294 8.7% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
293	Grinnell College	Cross Country	114926	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#293 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $114,926 14.3% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
294	Loras College	Swimming	112950	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#294 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Sport Swimming Top Sports by Revenue $112,950 10.9% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
295	Luther College	Golf	112200	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#295 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $112,200 15.8% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
296	Cornell College	Tennis	106107	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#296 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $106,107 9.1% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
297	Coe College	Bowling	104339	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#297 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Bowling Top Sports by Revenue $104,339 14.7% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
298	Emmaus Bible College	Basketball	103475	97.7	970 – 1,240	14393	34653	#298 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Emmaus Bible College Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Emmaus Bible College’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Emmaus Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 57% and 52% of......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $103,475 12.5% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
299	Buena Vista University	Softball	103254	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#299 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Softball Top Sports by Revenue $103,254 41.5% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
300	University of Dubuque	Tennis	103157	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#300 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $103,157 14.5% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
301	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	Basketball	102190	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#301 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Sport Basketball Top Sports by Revenue $102,190 64.1% Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
302	University of Dubuque	Cross Country	101088	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#302 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $101,088 1.6% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
303	Buena Vista University	Other Sports	99628	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#303 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $99,628 16.6% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
304	Graceland University-Lamoni	Golf	97459	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#304 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $97,459 27.4% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
305	Cornell College	Track and Field (Indoor)	97308	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#305 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $97,308 82.7% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
306	Cornell College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	97308	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#306 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $97,308 82.7% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
307	Coe College	Track and Field (Indoor)	93608	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#307 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Indoor) Top Sports by Revenue $93,608 8.3% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
308	Coe College	Track and Field (Outdoor)	93608	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#308 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $93,608 8.3% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
309	Coe College	Golf	93416	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#309 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $93,416 9.9% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
310	Coe College	Rifle	91399	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#310 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Rifle Top Sports by Revenue $91,399 35.1% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
311	Wartburg College	Golf	87828	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#311 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $87,828 6.4% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
312	University of Iowa	Field Hockey	81504	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#312 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Field Hockey Top Sports by Revenue $81,504 72.3% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
313	Central College	Other Sports	81259	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#313 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Sport Other Sports Top Sports by Revenue $81,259 0.5% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
314	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	Soccer	81188	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#314 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $81,188 74.3% Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
315	Coe College	Cross Country	74800	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#315 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $74,800 3.3% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
316	Coe College	Swimming and Diving (combined)	74633	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#316 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Swimming and Diving (combined) Top Sports by Revenue $74,633 24.7% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
317	Simpson College	Swimming	70091	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#317 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Swimming Top Sports by Revenue $70,091 86.6% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
318	Emmaus Bible College	Soccer	55457	97.7	970 – 1,240	14393	34653	#318 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Emmaus Bible College Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Emmaus Bible College’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Emmaus Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 57% and 52% of......Read more Sport Soccer Top Sports by Revenue $55,457 3.7% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
319	Coe College	Swimming	51570	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#319 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Swimming Top Sports by Revenue $51,570 Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
320	Luther College	Bowling	47435	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#320 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Sport Bowling Top Sports by Revenue $47,435 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
321	Iowa State University	Golf	46688	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#321 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Golf Top Sports by Revenue $46,688 18.4% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
322	University of Iowa	Tennis	45726	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#322 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $45,726 60.6% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
323	Simpson College	Tennis	42945	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#323 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $42,945 14.0% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
324	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	Volleyball	39397	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#324 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $39,397 60.4% Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
325	Emmaus Bible College	Volleyball	38983	97.7	970 – 1,240	14393	34653	#325 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Emmaus Bible College Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Emmaus Bible College’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Emmaus Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 57% and 52% of......Read more Sport Volleyball Top Sports by Revenue $38,983 22.4% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
326	Iowa State University	Tennis	32053	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#326 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Sport Tennis Top Sports by Revenue $32,053 72.0% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
327	Graceland University-Lamoni	Cross Country	27402	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#327 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $27,402 31.9% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
328	Emmaus Bible College	Cross Country	21828	97.7	970 – 1,240	14393	34653	#328 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Emmaus Bible College Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Emmaus Bible College’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Emmaus Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 57% and 52% of......Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $21,828 24.5% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
329	Coe College	Archery	21342	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#329 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Sport Archery Top Sports by Revenue $21,342 1.4% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
330	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	Track and Field (Outdoor)	14140	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#330 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Sport Track and Field (Outdoor) Top Sports by Revenue $14,140 0.4% Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
331	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	Cross Country	12284	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#331 2026 Top College Sports Programs by Revenue in Iowa Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Sport Cross Country Top Sports by Revenue $12,284 42.0% Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372