2026 College Rankings

Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA)

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The acceptance rate of an institution measures how many students are accepted as a percentage of the number who apply. Colleges and universities that are more selective are generally seen as more prestigious as it is harder to gain acceptance and enroll. But, there are many factors that influence overall acceptance rate, including the overall number of applicants and the strength of applications received.

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Rank	Institution	Undergraduates	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Davidson College	1869	13.37	1,400 – 1,520	27720	62866	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Davidson College Davidson, NC Davidson College was founded in 1837 and started trying to reduce the cost of higher education for students by the 1850’s. Today, the school meets students’ financial needs through grants, employment, and more. 65% of students receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,869 Acceptance Rate 13.4 % 7.7% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $27,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,866
2	Trinity University	2518	25.92	1,360 – 1,500	32224	55224	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Trinity University San Antonio, TX Trinity University is a private school affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. A whopping 100% of students receive institutional grants to help lower the cost of attendance, averaging $33,514 each. The school has produced entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, actresses, politicians, and more. Undergraduates 2,518 Acceptance Rate 25.9 % 8.0% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $32,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,224
3	Macalester College	2138	28.52	1,360 – 1,510	40225	46244	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Macalester College Saint Paul, MN Macalester College is a private liberal arts college that sits near the Mississippi River in the heart of the Twin Cities. Students can earn up to a bachelor’s degree and a commonly selected major is Research and Experimental Psychology, Other....Read more Undergraduates 2,138 Acceptance Rate 28.5 % 1.1% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $40,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,244
4	Lafayette College	2775	31.45	1,370 – 1,490	38442	80614	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Lafayette College Easton, PA A Hidden Ivy, Lafayette College is named after General Lafayette, a hero of the American Revolution. It’s located on the Delaware River, but it also has a satellite campus in New York City. The college is extremely selective, and 86% graduate in four years. Undergraduates 2,775 Acceptance Rate 31.5 % 0.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $38,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,614
5	Austin College	1165	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	23462	45242	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Undergraduates 1,165 Acceptance Rate 47.7 % 2.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
6	Belhaven University	1614	49.75	1,010 – 1,200	16299	38987	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Belhaven University Jackson, MS Located in Jackson, Belhaven University accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 75% of students at Belhaven University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,614 Acceptance Rate 49.8 % 6.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,987
7	Rhodes College	1838	50.35	1,260 – 1,450	31037	48898	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Rhodes College Memphis, TN Getting its start in the mid-1830’s with the Montgomery Academy, Rhodes College is primarily composed of undergraduates. “Truth, Loyalty, Service” is the motto of Rhodes. Red and black are the colors for the Lynx sports teams, who compete in events such as Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse....Read more Undergraduates 1,838 Acceptance Rate 50.4 % 1.3% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $31,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,898
8	Alma College	1159	57.03	1,040 – 1,230	22094	45720	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Alma College Alma, MI A fairly selective school, 3,000 applicants received acceptance letters to Alma College during the last admissions cycle. 10% decide to enroll. Classes are smaller, with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 85% of freshman stay at the school after they complete their first year....Read more Undergraduates 1,159 Acceptance Rate 57.0 % 13.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,720
9	University of the Ozarks	778	59.51	1,040 – 1,200	20088	37651	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) University of the Ozarks Clarksville, AR Based in Clarksville, the University of the Ozarks accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending the University of the Ozarks will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 778 Acceptance Rate 59.5 % 2.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,651
10	Maryville College	1132	60.92	1,040 – 1,300	21469	39305	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Maryville College Maryville, TN Located in Maryville, Maryville College accepts 61% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Maryville College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Undergraduates 1,132 Acceptance Rate 60.9 % 7.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $21,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,305
11	University of Tulsa	2852	61.51	1,220 – 1,510	13095	54779	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Undergraduates 2,852 Acceptance Rate 61.5 % 6.1% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $13,095 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
12	Queens University of Charlotte	1225	62.08	1,100 – 1,320	31839	48170	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Queens University of Charlotte Charlotte, NC Found in Charlotte, Queens University of Charlotte accepts 62% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Queens University of Charlotte currently receive grant aid from the school. At Queens University of Charlotte, there is a 74% first year retention rate and a......Read more Undergraduates 1,225 Acceptance Rate 62.1 % 8.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $31,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,170
13	Agnes Scott College	843	62.15	1,180 – 1,360	27499	41382	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Agnes Scott College Decatur, GA One of the Seven Sisters, Agnes Scott College is a women’s undergraduate school but offers co-educational graduate programs as well. The school underwent many name changes since it was founded in 1889, starting with the Decatur Female Seminary....Read more Undergraduates 843 Acceptance Rate 62.2 % 7.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,382
14	Stillman College	731	62.25	800 – 930	15152	29790	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Stillman College Tuscaloosa, AL Located in Tuscaloosa, Stillman College’s acceptance rate is 62%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of students attending Stillman College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 731 Acceptance Rate 62.3 % 16.1% SAT Score 800 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,790
15	Lyon College	657	62.76	1,080 – 1,240	19872	37629	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Lyon College Batesville, AR Found in Batesville, Lyon College accepts 63% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Lyon College currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lyon College, there is a 71% first year retention rate and a 31% four year graduation rate....Read more Undergraduates 657 Acceptance Rate 62.8 % 4.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,872 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,629
16	Blackburn College	513	63.19	890 – 1,150	18460	36665	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Blackburn College Carlinville, IL Located in Carlinville, Blackburn College accepts 63% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Blackburn College, there is a 67% first year retention rate and around 25% of students will earn a degree within four......Read more Undergraduates 513 Acceptance Rate 63.2 % 21.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,460 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,665
17	Coe College	1195	64.04	1,130 – 1,330	20864	47136	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) 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 73%....Read more Undergraduates 1,195 Acceptance Rate 64.0 % 9.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
18	Carroll University	2581	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	27031	54456	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,581 Acceptance Rate 66.8 % 14.4% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
19	Presbyterian College	853	68.37	1,020 – 1,220	20840	44387	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Presbyterian College Clinton, SC Located in Clinton, Presbyterian College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Presbyterian College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 853 Acceptance Rate 68.4 % 5.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,387
20	Missouri Valley College	1687	69.18	900 – 1,060	18923	36902	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 1,687 Acceptance Rate 69.2 % 31.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
21	Hastings College	933	71.65	1,240 – 1,370	24406	45590	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Hastings College Hastings, NE Located in Hastings, Hastings College accepts 72% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 933 Acceptance Rate 71.7 % 2.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,590
22	Tusculum University	940	72.17	930 – 1,110	20355	39925	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Tusculum University Greeneville, TN Found in Greeneville, Tusculum University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 940 Acceptance Rate 72.2 % 19.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $20,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,925
23	Eckerd College	1893	75.8	1,170 – 1,340	43884	37505	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Eckerd College Saint Petersburg, FL A private liberal arts school located not far from the beach, Eckerd College is home to several sustainability initiatives, bikesharing systems, and the Galbraith Marine Science Laboratory. In fact, Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography is a commonly chosen program....Read more Undergraduates 1,893 Acceptance Rate 75.8 % 3.7% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $43,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,505
24	Lees-McRae College	873	76.78	1,040 – 1,240	29833	41599	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Lees-McRae College Banner Elk, NC Located in Banner Elk, Lees-McRae College’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 873 Acceptance Rate 76.8 % 4.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,599
25	Buena Vista University	1436	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	19704	43572	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 76% first year retention rate, and 48% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service....Read more Undergraduates 1,436 Acceptance Rate 77.6 % 8.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
26	Illinois College	937	78.19	920 – 1,200	17375	40110	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Illinois College Jacksonville, IL Founded in 1829, Illinois College is the second oldest college in the state. 100% of enrolled students receive grant aid to help offset the cost of attendance, with each package averaging $31,609....Read more Undergraduates 937 Acceptance Rate 78.2 % 4.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,110
27	Westminster College	640	79.2	1,010 – 1,190	24358	40992	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Westminster College Fulton, MO Located in Fulton, Westminster College accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Westminster College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 640 Acceptance Rate 79.2 % 2.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,358 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,992
28	Muskingum University	1523	81.84	930 – 1,110	19695	40536	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Muskingum University New Concord, OH Found in New Concord, Muskingum University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Muskingum University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,523 Acceptance Rate 81.8 % 0.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $19,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,536
29	Hanover College	1035	83.7	1,120 – 1,300	23683	42876	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Undergraduates 1,035 Acceptance Rate 83.7 % 0.3% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $23,683 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
30	University of Jamestown	1049	88.08	930 – 1,180	20510	51151	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) University of Jamestown Jamestown, ND Located in Jamestown, the University of Jamestown accepts 88% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Undergraduates 1,049 Acceptance Rate 88.1 % 5.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,151
31	Schreiner University	1120	88.2	970 – 1,170	22884	45527	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Schreiner University Kerrville, TX Found in Kerrville, Schreiner University accepts 88% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Schreiner University will receive institutional grant aid. At Schreiner University, there is a 67% first year retention rate and a 42% four......Read more Undergraduates 1,120 Acceptance Rate 88.2 % 0.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,527
32	University of Dubuque	1440	88.63	980 – 1,200	26067	44960	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,440 Acceptance Rate 88.6 % 2.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $26,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
33	Waynesburg University	1030	89.82	950 – 1,240	18667	48994	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Waynesburg University Waynesburg, PA 100% of Waynesburg University’s students receive grant aid, averaging $24,971 each. Many undergraduates major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. The campus is home to four parks, totalling 15 acres. Statue Park is dedicated to Civil War casualties. Waynesburg is non selective. Undergraduates 1,030 Acceptance Rate 89.8 % 2.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,994
34	Monmouth College	713	90.93	1,010 – 1,230	17768	43158	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Monmouth College Monmouth, IL Found in Monmouth, Monmouth College accepts 91% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 51% of students will graduate within four years. Business......Read more Undergraduates 713 Acceptance Rate 90.9 % 5.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,158
35	Wilson College	1379	92.11	930 – 1,180	21748	37049	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Wilson College Chambersburg, PA Based in Chambersburg, Wilson College’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 95% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,379 Acceptance Rate 92.1 % 2.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $21,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,049
36	Westminster College	1137	92.56	1,040 – 1,260	20394	43938	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Westminster College New Wilmington, PA 100% of students attending Westminster College receive grant aid, averaging $32,553 each. Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, the school has an 81% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 62% six year graduation rate. 505 athletes, known as the Titans, wear navy blue and white. Undergraduates 1,137 Acceptance Rate 92.6 % 8.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $20,394 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,938
37	William Peace University	722	94.25	1,100 – 1,260	24216	39738	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) William Peace University Raleigh, NC Found in Raleigh, William Peace University accepts 94% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 722 Acceptance Rate 94.3 % 3.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $24,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,738
38	Davis & Elkins College	661	94.33	760 – 1,040	19784	38495	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 94% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Undergraduates 661 Acceptance Rate 94.3 % 62.0% SAT Score 760 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,784 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
39	King University	964	99.72	980 – 1,180	22748	52248	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Acceptance Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) King University Bristol, TN Based in Bristol, King University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students at King University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 964 Acceptance Rate 99.7 % 83.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,248