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Rank	Institution	Average Faculty Salary	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center	232396	21.62	--	0	72924	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Houston, TX Average Faculty Salary $232,396 1.6% Acceptance Rate 21.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,924
2	Rice University	114357	8	1,510 – 1,570	20587	79751	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Rice University Houston, TX A private, doctoral/research college, Rice University sits on a 300-acre campus in Houston. The school is known for its research collaboration with NASA, and today 16 Rice faculty and alumni have served as astronauts or NASA Administrators....Read more Average Faculty Salary $114,357 1.4% Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
3	The University of Texas at Dallas	106779	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	13464	57249	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 22,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). Average Faculty Salary $106,779 7.1% Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $13,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
4	The University of Texas at Austin	102252	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Average Faculty Salary $102,252 2.3% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
5	Southern Methodist University	94612	63.35	1,360 – 1,500	45792	65556	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX Southern Methodist University is a private doctoral/research university that was founded in 1911. It also has a satellite campus in New Mexico. Alumni include Laura Bush, Powers Boothe, and Kathy Bates, as well as astronauts, scientists, politicians, and writers. 69% of students receive institutional grant aid. Average Faculty Salary $94,612 0.1% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $45,792 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,556
6	Texas A&M University-College Station	92544	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Average Faculty Salary $92,544 8.9% Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
7	University of Houston	91339	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston Houston, TX Average Faculty Salary $91,339 0.2% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
8	University of Arizona	90782	86.14	1,100 – 1,330	18144	47665	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Arizona Tucson, AZ The University of Arizona is older than the state, having been founded in 1885 (Arizona only became a state in 1912). A public research university, the school charges $50 for undergraduate applications. The Arizona Wildcats, or simply “Cats,” play in the Pacific-12 Conference. Average Faculty Salary $90,782 1.1% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
9	Texas Christian University	88570	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Average Faculty Salary $88,570 3.7% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
10	The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston	86832	28.16	--	0	89371	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Houston, TX Average Faculty Salary $86,832 0.6% Acceptance Rate 28.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,371
11	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	85619	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	16401	52843	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 86% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Average Faculty Salary $85,619 0.6% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $16,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
12	Trinity University	83595	25.92	1,330 – 1,490	32264	55224	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Trinity University San Antonio, TX Trinity University is a private school affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. A whopping 99% of students receive institutional grants to help lower the cost of attendance, averaging $31,314 each. The school has produced entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, actresses, politicians, and more. Average Faculty Salary $83,595 1.8% Acceptance Rate 25.9% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $32,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,224
13	St. Mary's University	83314	97.76	890 – 1,310	20562	44130	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) St. Mary's University San Antonio, TX St. Mary’s University is the oldest Catholic university in the state – the Roman Catholic Society of Mary opened it in 1852 at St. Mary’s Institute. The school offers up to Doctor's degrees and 52 programs, with many students currently studying Law. Average Faculty Salary $83,314 2.5% Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,562 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,130
14	Baylor University	82704	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Average Faculty Salary $82,704 2.1% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
15	St. John's College	82186	52.79	1,300 – 1,480	28368	33770	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) St. John's College Santa Fe, NM St. John’s College sits in the shadow of Atalaya Mountain. A very small school, it should come as no surprise that the student-to-faculty ratio is low – 8 to 1. The mascot of the New Mexico branch is the axolotl. 92% of students receive institutional grants. Average Faculty Salary $82,186 3.4% Acceptance Rate 52.8% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $28,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,770
16	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	81813	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Average Faculty Salary $81,813 3.1% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
17	University of Tulsa	81747	61.5	1,220 – 1,510	23681	54779	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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. Average Faculty Salary $81,747 0.8% Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $23,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
18	University of New Mexico-Main Campus	78644	79.33	910 – 1,180	7528	37150	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque, NM Based in Albuquerque, the University of New Mexico-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 74% of students attending the University of New Mexico-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Average Faculty Salary $78,644 1.1% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $7,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,150
19	University of North Texas	78472	72.23	990 – 1,240	14675	46304	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year graduation rate is 40%. Computer and......Read more Average Faculty Salary $78,472 0.3% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
20	Texas Wesleyan University	77347	62.39	970 – 1,120	21169	44773	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 89% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 41% and around 17%......Read more Average Faculty Salary $77,347 1.4% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $21,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
21	The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston	77119	94.2	--	0	82535	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston Galveston, TX Average Faculty Salary $77,119 3.1% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,535
22	GateWay Community College	76247	60.36	--	13317	42262	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) GateWay Community College Phoenix, AZ Average Faculty Salary $76,247 0.3% Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,317 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,262
23	Texas Tech University	75643	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Average Faculty Salary $75,643 0.6% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
24	Paradise Valley Community College	75135	95.15	--	14322	41597	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Paradise Valley Community College Phoenix, AZ Average Faculty Salary $75,135 0.9% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,597
25	Rio Salado College	75108	0	--	9003	42314	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Rio Salado College Tempe, AZ Average Faculty Salary $75,108 3.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,314
26	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	74350	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Average Faculty Salary $74,350 2.7% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
27	Glendale Community College	74292	75.19	--	13166	37269	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Glendale Community College Glendale, AZ Based in Glendale, Glendale Community College accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Average Faculty Salary $74,292 0.4% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,269
28	University of Houston-Victoria	74237	76.71	850 – 1,010	9912	44888	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston-Victoria Victoria, TX Based in Victoria, the University of Houston-Victoria accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 63% of students at the University of Houston-Victoria currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Average Faculty Salary $74,237 1.0% Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $9,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,888
29	Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi	74209	88.58	950 – 1,200	14991	42933	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Corpus Christi, TX Based in Corpus Christi, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 63% of students at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Average Faculty Salary $74,209 0.1% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,991 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,933
30	The University of Texas at Arlington	74040	81.29	1,020 – 1,240	14956	60902	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Found in Arlington, The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 81% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 68% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Average Faculty Salary $74,040 0.8% Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,956 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
31	Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center	73801	30.23	--	0	84007	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Lubbock, TX Average Faculty Salary $73,801 0.4% Acceptance Rate 30.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,007
32	Saint Edward's University	73317	83.69	1,040 – 1,230	28351	47743	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Saint Edward's University Austin, TX Saint Edward’s University is a Roman Catholic school, affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross. It’s somewhat selective and boasts a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 250 Hilltoppers compete in the Lone Star Conference. Some sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. Average Faculty Salary $73,317 2.7% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $28,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,743
33	University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center	72646	97.07	1,140 – 1,350	0	52216	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center Oklahoma City, OK Found in Oklahoma City, the University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center accepts 97% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. Approximately 0% of students attending the University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Average Faculty Salary $72,646 4.3% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
34	Texas Southern University	72552	93.35	830 – 1,010	15021	32986	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Southern University Houston, TX Located in Houston, Texas Southern University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requires $42 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four......Read more Average Faculty Salary $72,552 0.2% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $15,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,986
35	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott	71423	76.58	1,160 – 1,360	41209	65391	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott, AZ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott campus is located just north of a wildlife sanctuary and the Willow Creek Reservoir. Alumni of the school have gone on to have impressive careers as astronauts, scientists, military members, authors, athletes, and politicians....Read more Average Faculty Salary $71,423 1.3% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $41,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
36	The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio	71091	94.2	--	0	73887	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Average Faculty Salary $71,091 13.2% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,887
37	University of the Incarnate Word	70294	98.13	920 – 1,150	21246	47625	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of the Incarnate Word San Antonio, TX Based in San Antonio, the University of the Incarnate Word’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students attending the University of the Incarnate Word will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Average Faculty Salary $70,294 2.7% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,246 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,625
38	The University of Texas at El Paso	70266	99.9	880 – 1,100	10333	37978	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso, TX Found in El Paso, The University of Texas at El Paso accepts 100% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 44% of students attending The University of Texas at El Paso will receive institutional grant aid. 77% of students continued their studies at The University of Texas at El Paso after......Read more Average Faculty Salary $70,266 0.2% Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,978
39	University of Houston-Clear Lake	70032	83.4	990 – 1,170	10488	52098	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston, TX Based in Houston, the University of Houston-Clear Lake accepts 83% of applicants and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 45% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Average Faculty Salary $70,032 1.4% Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $10,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,098
40	Texas A&M University-Texarkana	69661	80.14	940 – 1,190	13320	41785	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-Texarkana Texarkana, TX Based in Texarkana, Texas A&M University-Texarkana’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. Approximately 68% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 56% and its four year graduation rate is 19%. The three most popular majors among......Read more Average Faculty Salary $69,661 0.1% Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,785
41	Northern Arizona University	69530	89.61	1,040 – 1,250	16544	47308	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, AZ Northern Arizona University's most popular major is Psychology, General, though there are 171 degree programs available. 93% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $9,981 each. The Access2Excellence program covers full tuition for qualifying in-state students. Average Faculty Salary $69,530 2.6% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,544 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,308
42	The University of Texas at San Antonio	69493	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10831	46340	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 60% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Average Faculty Salary $69,493 2.0% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
43	Sam Houston State University	69416	90.26	930 – 1,130	14556	45337	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX Found in Huntsville, Sam Houston State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 7% of students at Sam Houston State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Average Faculty Salary $69,416 0.4% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,556 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,337
44	Austin College	69407	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	24777	45242	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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 Business/Commerce, General. Average Faculty Salary $69,407 0.8% Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
45	New Mexico State University-Main Campus	69342	88.96	890 – 1,130	8353	32960	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) New Mexico State University-Main Campus Las Cruces, NM Found in Las Cruces, New Mexico State University-Main Campus accepts 89% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $8,707 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Average Faculty Salary $69,342 0.2% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $8,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,960
46	Southwestern University	67964	43.05	1,160 – 1,320	30687	49249	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern University Georgetown, TX A small liberal arts school, Southwestern University offers 98% of attending students institutional grants, $30,608 on average. With nearly 40 majors, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science are the most popular options. Average Faculty Salary $67,964 2.9% Acceptance Rate 43.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,249
47	Dallas Baptist University	67588	88.84	980 – 1,230	30275	45138	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX Located in Dallas, Dallas Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 89%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 89% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They receive $16,006 on average. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Average Faculty Salary $67,588 2.9% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $30,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,138
48	Texas A&M International University	67055	45.96	890 – 1,080	3833	37327	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M International University Laredo, TX Located in Laredo, Texas A&M International University’s acceptance rate is 46% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 60% of students attending Texas A&M International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Average Faculty Salary $67,055 3.0% Acceptance Rate 46.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $3,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,327
49	New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology	66850	54.05	1,130 – 1,330	9133	54530	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Socorro, NM The New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology offers 29 degree programs. Many students choose to study Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Chemical Engineering. NMT is a space-grant school with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Average Faculty Salary $66,850 0.4% Acceptance Rate 54.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $9,133 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,530
50	Texas Woman's University	66686	96.13	950 – 1,160	10763	48773	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Woman's University Denton, TX Found in Denton, Texas Woman's University’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 61% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Average Faculty Salary $66,686 0.6% Acceptance Rate 96.1% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $10,763 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
51	National Paralegal College	66479	84.9	--	14359	34769	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) National Paralegal College Phoenix, AZ Based in Phoenix, National Paralegal College’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students at National Paralegal College currently receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students decide to stay at National Paralegal College after completing their first year....Read more Average Faculty Salary $66,479 Acceptance Rate 84.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,359 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,769
52	University of St Thomas	66278	89.93	960 – 1,200	20469	49971	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of St Thomas Houston, TX The University of St. Thomas’s motto is “Crescamus in Christo” – “Let us grow in Christ.” A Catholic school that opened in 1947, it was named after St. Thomas Aquinas. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular undergraduate major by far. UST also has a satellite campus in Conroe, Texas. Average Faculty Salary $66,278 3.9% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,971
53	Parker University	66182	0	--	27240	44181	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Parker University Dallas, TX Average Faculty Salary $66,182 14.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,240 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,181
54	Lamar University	66168	85.7	940 – 1,150	10999	47077	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Lamar University Beaumont, TX Found in Beaumont, Lamar University accepts 86% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 79% of students at Lamar University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Average Faculty Salary $66,168 0.1% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,077
55	Abilene Christian University	65786	66.04	1,010 – 1,250	28311	46727	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX Average Faculty Salary $65,786 3.1% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $28,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,727
56	Galveston College	65286	99.9	--	8085	34299	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Galveston College Galveston, TX Located in Galveston, Galveston College accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 33% of students at Galveston College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Average Faculty Salary $65,286 2.9% Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,085 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,299
57	Texas State University	65260	89.08	990 – 1,210	15307	46716	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas State University San Marcos, TX Found in San Marcos, Texas State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 41% of students attending Texas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Average Faculty Salary $65,260 0.4% Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,716
58	Prairie View A & M University	65110	74.41	870 – 1,040	14065	36350	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Prairie View A & M University Prairie View, TX Average Faculty Salary $65,110 0.9% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 870 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $14,065 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,350
59	University of Houston-Downtown	64878	89.96	890 – 1,080	14269	49120	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston-Downtown Houston, TX Located in Houston, the University of Houston-Downtown’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 19% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Average Faculty Salary $64,878 1.7% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,269 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,120
60	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	64680	94.01	870 – 1,090	6978	35812	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Found in Edinburg, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 52% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley currently receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students continued studying......Read more Average Faculty Salary $64,680 0.5% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $6,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
61	Texas A&M University-Commerce	64344	74.98	930 – 1,150	11902	43157	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-Commerce Commerce, TX Found in Commerce, Texas A&M University-Commerce’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending Texas A&M University-Commerce will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Average Faculty Salary $64,344 9.1% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,902 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,157
62	Lone Star College System	63906	100	--	11049	32889	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Lone Star College System The Woodlands, TX Average Faculty Salary $63,906 0.7% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,049 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,889
63	Oklahoma City University	63797	70.39	1,140 – 1,240	23143	42312	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City, OK Oklahoma City University has a 70% acceptance rate, and 99% of enrolled students receive institutional aid. On the field, the Stars wear blue and white and are cheered on by their mascot, a ram named Starsky. A NAIA Division I school, the average athletic scholarship is $8,577. Average Faculty Salary $63,797 4.5% Acceptance Rate 70.4% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,312
64	Houston Christian University	63490	84.58	990 – 1,190	20530	44595	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Houston Christian University Houston, TX Based in Houston, Houston Christian University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Houston Christian University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and......Read more Average Faculty Salary $63,490 0.3% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $20,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,595
65	Houston Community College	63473	100	--	6033	31319	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Houston Community College Houston, TX Average Faculty Salary $63,473 10.9% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,319
66	Midwestern State University	63027	87.38	950 – 1,160	11798	46637	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Midwestern State University Wichita Falls, TX Located in Wichita Falls, Midwestern State University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They require $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Average Faculty Salary $63,027 0.4% Acceptance Rate 87.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $11,798 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,637
67	University of Central Oklahoma	62466	81.76	1,010 – 1,180	18893	43074	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, OK Based in Edmond, the University of Central Oklahoma’s acceptance rate is 82% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 53% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $3,080 each. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Average Faculty Salary $62,466 1.3% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,893 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,074
68	Chamberlain University-Arizona	62237	87.5	--	31755	59213	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Chamberlain University-Arizona Phoenix, AZ Average Faculty Salary $62,237 1.0% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
69	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	62217	95.76	990 – 1,220	29904	48368	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Average Faculty Salary $62,217 3.8% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
70	Baptist Health System School of Health Professions	62208	0	--	0	73262	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Baptist Health System School of Health Professions San Antonio, TX Average Faculty Salary $62,208 5.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,262
71	West Texas A & M University	62060	58.63	960 – 1,160	17182	44399	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) West Texas A & M University Canyon, TX Found in Canyon, West Texas A & M University accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 62% of students at West Texas A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. 69% of students decide to stay at West Texas A......Read more Average Faculty Salary $62,060 4.6% Acceptance Rate 58.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,399
72	Austin Community College District	61984	46.66	--	3502	38647	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Austin Community College District Austin, TX Average Faculty Salary $61,984 3.4% Acceptance Rate 46.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,502 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
73	The University of Texas Permian Basin	61695	93.07	910 – 1,130	10143	50020	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Average Faculty Salary $61,695 2.3% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
74	The University of Texas at Tyler	61506	94.02	1,020 – 1,220	14043	49355	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX Based in Tyler, The University of Texas at Tyler accepts 94% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of students attending The University of Texas at Tyler will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Average Faculty Salary $61,506 0.8% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,043 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,355
75	Chamberlain University-Texas	61365	84.62	--	32247	59213	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Chamberlain University-Texas Houston, TX Average Faculty Salary $61,365 Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $32,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
76	Oklahoma Christian University	61358	97.07	1,040 – 1,280	21810	43281	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Christian University Edmond, OK Known as the Bald Eagles, there are 392 athletes at Oklahoma Christian University. You’ll also find a Bald Eagle on their seal and sideline, where Eagle cheers them on. 98% receive grant aid, and OC also provides its full-time students with laptops, iPhones, and iPads. Average Faculty Salary $61,358 10.5% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,810 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
77	Angelo State University	61050	83.01	940 – 1,170	12518	41050	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Angelo State University San Angelo, TX Located in San Angelo, Angelo State University accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 59% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Average Faculty Salary $61,050 3.3% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $12,518 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,050
78	Hardin-Simmons University	59787	96.53	970 – 1,190	21321	44392	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Average Faculty Salary $59,787 0.4% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
79	Tarleton State University	59743	52.56	--	15363	46729	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Average Faculty Salary $59,743 3.2% Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
80	Texas A&M University-Kingsville	59059	92.29	900 – 1,110	10474	44882	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-Kingsville Kingsville, TX Located in Kingsville, Texas A&M University-Kingsville accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Texas A&M University-Kingsville currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Average Faculty Salary $59,059 5.9% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $10,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,882
81	Our Lady of the Lake University	59005	72.46	880 – 1,100	17961	41195	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake University accepts 72% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Our Lady of the Lake University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Average Faculty Salary $59,005 5.2% Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $17,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,195
82	LeTourneau University	58951	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	27007	51058	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more Average Faculty Salary $58,951 7.7% Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
83	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	58758	80.34	960 – 1,140	8064	40734	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 59% and its four year graduation rate is 16%. Many students attending this school......Read more Average Faculty Salary $58,758 0.9% Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
84	Concordia University Texas	58576	91.06	1,010 – 1,210	23621	48058	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Concordia University Texas Austin, TX Located in Austin, Concordia University Texas accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Concordia University Texas currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Average Faculty Salary $58,576 5.3% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,058
85	Texas Lutheran University	58457	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	23600	48125	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Average Faculty Salary $58,457 6.6% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
86	Langston University	58320	60.96	760 – 1,040	10589	29691	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Langston University Langston, OK Based in Langston, Langston University accepts 61% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 24% of students attending Langston University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Langston University, there is a 52% first year retention rate and a 11%......Read more Average Faculty Salary $58,320 3.2% Acceptance Rate 61.0% SAT Score 760 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $10,589 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,691
87	Stephen F Austin State University	58271	74.45	970 – 1,150	15498	43144	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71%......Read more Average Faculty Salary $58,271 3.5% Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
88	University of Dallas	58217	53.44	1,120 – 1,360	31221	45950	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Dallas Irving, TX “Veritatem, Justitiam Diligite” is the motto of the University of Dallas, which translates to “Love Ye Truth and Justice.” The Crusaders compete in the NCAA Division III without football Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference. Popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. Average Faculty Salary $58,217 2.8% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $31,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,950
89	San Jacinto Community College	57513	0	--	7674	35337	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) San Jacinto Community College Pasadena, TX Average Faculty Salary $57,513 2.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,674 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,337
90	Amberton University	57338	63.88	--	0	63721	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Amberton University Garland, TX Average Faculty Salary $57,338 2.0% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
91	American InterContinental University System	56240	92.44	--	14250	27823	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) American InterContinental University System Chandler, AZ Average Faculty Salary $56,240 4.2% Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,823
92	Del Mar College	56047	54.2	--	4322	32526	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Del Mar College Corpus Christi, TX Based in Corpus Christi, Del Mar College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 25% of students at Del Mar College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Average Faculty Salary $56,047 2.2% Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,526
93	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	55119	100	930 – 1,140	14761	42896	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford, OK Found in Weatherford, Southwestern Oklahoma State University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Average Faculty Salary $55,119 1.0% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
94	Sul Ross State University	54982	95.62	900 – 1,100	12240	34340	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Found in Alpine, Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 48% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Average Faculty Salary $54,982 1.7% Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,240 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340
95	Oral Roberts University	54968	98.9	1,020 – 1,260	24347	39112	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oral Roberts University Tulsa, OK Based in Tulsa, Oral Roberts University’s acceptance rate is 99% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 93% of students at Oral Roberts University currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 80% and around 49% of students will......Read more Average Faculty Salary $54,968 5.9% Acceptance Rate 98.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $24,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,112
96	Yavapai College	54732	74.42	--	6985	35028	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Yavapai College Prescott, AZ Average Faculty Salary $54,732 5.8% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,028
97	Laredo College	54636	85.73	--	5053	27435	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Laredo College Laredo, TX Based in Laredo, Laredo College accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 18% of students at Laredo College will receive grant aid from the school. 86% of students continued their studies at Laredo College after completing......Read more Average Faculty Salary $54,636 1.4% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,053 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,435
98	Collin County Community College District	54631	98.36	--	8071	38984	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Collin County Community College District McKinney, TX Average Faculty Salary $54,631 1.5% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,984
99	Cameron University	54079	100	850 – 1,040	11094	33447	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Cameron University Lawton, OK Based in Lawton, Cameron University’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 53% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Average Faculty Salary $54,079 6.1% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $11,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,447
100	Navarro College	53781	0	--	12099	31865	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Navarro College Corsicana, TX Average Faculty Salary $53,781 2.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,865
101	Northeastern State University	53426	99.35	930 – 1,140	11153	41207	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK Located in Tahlequah, Northeastern State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 55% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Average Faculty Salary $53,426 0.5% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,153 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,207
102	East Central University	53386	58.15	930 – 1,180	9355	40677	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) East Central University Ada, OK Located in Ada, East Central University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 55% of students attending East Central University will receive grant aid from the school. 61% of students continued their......Read more Average Faculty Salary $53,386 2.9% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $9,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,677
103	Strayer University-Texas	53096	0	--	17517	36582	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Strayer University-Texas Farmers Branch, TX Average Faculty Salary $53,096 22.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,582
104	Rogers State University	53046	66.83	800 – 1,070	13953	39324	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Rogers State University Claremore, OK Located in Claremore, Rogers State University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 46% of students attending Rogers State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Average Faculty Salary $53,046 2.3% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $13,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,324
105	New Mexico Highlands University	52968	94.81	850 – 1,040	15106	38952	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) New Mexico Highlands University Las Vegas, NM Average Faculty Salary $52,968 0.5% Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $15,106 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,952
106	Brazosport College	52731	0	--	5659	37347	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Brazosport College Lake Jackson, TX Average Faculty Salary $52,731 3.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,659 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,347
107	East Texas Baptist University	52670	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Average Faculty Salary $52,670 4.8% Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
108	Midland College	52647	57.65	--	6396	38470	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Midland College Midland, TX Average Faculty Salary $52,647 1.4% Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,470
109	Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus	52552	91.66	860 – 1,080	6683	33619	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus Portales, NM Based in Portales, Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus accepts 92% of applicants and requests $100 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 38% of students attending Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. At Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus, there is a......Read more Average Faculty Salary $52,552 1.1% Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $6,683 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,619
110	Dallas College	52333	100	--	4068	35493	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Dallas College Dallas, TX Average Faculty Salary $52,333 3.1% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,493
111	South Texas College	51880	0	--	1414	28239	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) South Texas College McAllen, TX Average Faculty Salary $51,880 1.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,414 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,239
112	Grayson College	51817	92.59	--	6394	59213	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Grayson College Denison, TX Based in Denison, Grayson College accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $100 to apply. About 75% of students at Grayson College will receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students continued studying at Grayson College after completing their first year....Read more Average Faculty Salary $51,817 1.0% Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,394 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
113	Trinity Valley Community College	51729	96.53	--	4327	59213	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Trinity Valley Community College Athens, TX Average Faculty Salary $51,729 0.7% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,327 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
114	McMurry University	51712	57.04	960 – 1,170	20817	38647	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Average Faculty Salary $51,712 2.2% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
115	College of the Mainland	51681	0	--	3442	59213	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) College of the Mainland Texas City, TX Average Faculty Salary $51,681 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
116	Dine College	51679	60.36	--	10354	23195	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Dine College Tsaile, AZ Average Faculty Salary $51,679 3.1% Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,195
117	Western New Mexico University	51574	100	--	8712	31166	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Western New Mexico University Silver City, NM Found in Silver City, Western New Mexico University’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 35% of students at Western New Mexico University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Average Faculty Salary $51,574 1.5% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,166
118	Oklahoma Wesleyan University	51446	77.03	960 – 1,160	26811	55700	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Wesleyan University Bartlesville, OK Found in Bartlesville, Oklahoma Wesleyan University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending Oklahoma Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Average Faculty Salary $51,446 6.2% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $26,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,700
119	Schreiner University	51413	87.95	970 – 1,170	21786	45527	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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 100% of students at Schreiner University will receive institutional grant aid. At Schreiner University, there is a 62% first year retention rate and a 42% four......Read more Average Faculty Salary $51,413 2.4% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,527
120	American InterContinental University-Houston	51276	92.44	--	18558	27823	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) American InterContinental University-Houston Houston, TX Average Faculty Salary $51,276 Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,823
121	Southern Nazarene University	51240	77.03	930 – 1,180	19825	48255	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southern Nazarene University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Average Faculty Salary $51,240 1.8% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
122	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	50845	66.43	890 – 1,100	12067	39997	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Average Faculty Salary $50,845 1.1% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
123	Oklahoma Baptist University	50773	63.27	1,010 – 1,210	25099	42581	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma Baptist University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year......Read more Average Faculty Salary $50,773 6.4% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
124	Grand Canyon University	50684	60.36	960 – 1,150	22239	47280	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Average Faculty Salary $50,684 4.3% Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,280
125	University of Advancing Technology	50646	95.15	950 – 1,180	21148	39016	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Advancing Technology Tempe, AZ Average Faculty Salary $50,646 10.2% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $21,148 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,016
126	Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City	50414	70.93	--	5347	35073	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City Oklahoma City, OK Located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 18% of students at Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City currently receive institutional......Read more Average Faculty Salary $50,414 2.1% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,073
127	Mid-America Christian University	50177	0	--	16187	39265	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Mid-America Christian University Oklahoma City, OK Average Faculty Salary $50,177 2.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
128	University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma	49800	55.77	930 – 1,140	8685	35520	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma Chickasha, OK Based in Chickasha, the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma accepted 56% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 93% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma,......Read more Average Faculty Salary $49,800 2.0% Acceptance Rate 55.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,685 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,520
129	Lubbock Christian University	49786	75.89	950 – 1,190	25351	46464	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Lubbock Christian University Lubbock, TX Based in Lubbock, Lubbock Christian University accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Average Faculty Salary $49,786 1.9% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $25,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,464
130	Odessa College	49777	72.46	--	4300	34867	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Odessa College Odessa, TX Average Faculty Salary $49,777 0.6% Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,300 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,867
131	Arizona Christian University	49440	74.42	970 – 1,210	32397	39524	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona Christian University Glendale, AZ Located in Glendale, Arizona Christian University accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 96% of students at Arizona Christian University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s......Read more Average Faculty Salary $49,440 5.1% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $32,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,524
132	Southwestern Assemblies of God University	48770	84.23	960 – 1,130	19834	37425	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Assemblies of God University Waxahachie, TX Found in Waxahachie, Southwestern Assemblies of God University’s acceptance rate is 84%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 91% of students at Southwestern Assemblies of God University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Southwestern Assemblies of God......Read more Average Faculty Salary $48,770 1.5% Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,834 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,425
133	Weatherford College	48756	54.05	--	8264	59213	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Weatherford College Weatherford, TX Average Faculty Salary $48,756 2.6% Acceptance Rate 54.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
134	Tyler Junior College	48671	28.16	--	9148	33789	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Tyler Junior College Tyler, TX Average Faculty Salary $48,671 1.6% Acceptance Rate 28.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,148 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,789
135	Wayland Baptist University	47984	55.96	840 – 1,010	20222	44159	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Wayland Baptist University Plainview, TX Found in Plainview, Wayland Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 56%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. About 82% of students at Wayland Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 44%....Read more Average Faculty Salary $47,984 1.4% Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 840 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $20,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,159
136	The King's University	47974	100	870 – 1,130	23878	30883	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The King's University Southlake, TX Average Faculty Salary $47,974 0.8% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $23,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,883
137	Huston-Tillotson University	47375	67.69	830 – 1,020	19638	38342	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Huston-Tillotson University Austin, TX Based in Austin, Huston-Tillotson University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 52% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is......Read more Average Faculty Salary $47,375 1.9% Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 830 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $19,638 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,342
138	University of the Southwest	46623	75.73	850 – 1,040	20438	36600	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of the Southwest Hobbs, NM Based in Hobbs, the University of the Southwest accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 92% of students at the University of the Southwest currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Average Faculty Salary $46,623 20.8% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $20,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,600
139	Northern New Mexico College	45675	75.73	--	6102	34377	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northern New Mexico College Espanola, NM Average Faculty Salary $45,675 5.8% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,102 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,377
140	North American University	45658	22.7	--	13702	32221	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) North American University Stafford, TX Located in Stafford, North American University accepted 23% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Average Faculty Salary $45,658 Acceptance Rate 22.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,702 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,221
141	Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio	45327	64.5	630 – 850	28479	59213	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio San Antonio, TX Found in San Antonio, Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 7% of students attending Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Average Faculty Salary $45,327 4.6% Acceptance Rate 64.5% SAT Score 630 – 850 Avg. Net Price $28,479 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
142	Dallas Christian College	45242	84.03	800 – 1,080	22463	39868	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Dallas Christian College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Dallas Christian College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 96% of students attending Dallas Christian College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Average Faculty Salary $45,242 6.9% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 800 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $22,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,868
143	Wiley University	45136	97.35	--	10290	28078	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Wiley University Marshall, TX Wiley University opened in 1873, became Wiley College in 1929, and began offering Master’s degrees again in 2024. Two commonly chosen undergraduate majors are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, and Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management. The school’s motto is “Go Forth Inspired.” Average Faculty Salary $45,136 0.5% Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,290 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,078
144	Bacone College	45076	54.5	810 – 940	16970	31143	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Bacone College Muskogee, OK Located in Muskogee, Bacone College accepts 55% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $75 to apply. Approximately 65% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $9,208 each. The first year retention rate is 31%....Read more Average Faculty Salary $45,076 1.5% Acceptance Rate 54.5% SAT Score 810 – 940 Avg. Net Price $16,970 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,143
145	Brookline College-Phoenix	44594	85.97	--	0	32705	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Brookline College-Phoenix Phoenix, AZ Average Faculty Salary $44,594 4.1% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,705
146	Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology	44099	97.28	890 – 1,080	10889	44523	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology Okmulgee, OK Found in Okmulgee, Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology accepts 97% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Average Faculty Salary $44,099 27.6% Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,523
147	Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe	43984	100	--	30709	59213	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe Tempe, AZ Found in Tempe, Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe accepts 100% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $49 to apply. Approximately 0% of students attending Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $0 on average. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Average Faculty Salary $43,984 29.8% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
148	Wade College	43930	87.38	--	21023	28055	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Wade College Dallas, TX Located in Dallas, Wade College accepts 87% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 0% of students at Wade College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 60% of students continued studying at Wade College after completing their first year....Read more Average Faculty Salary $43,930 4.8% Acceptance Rate 87.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,055
149	Navajo Technical University	42865	92.52	--	4233	23280	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Navajo Technical University Crownpoint, NM Found in Crownpoint, Navajo Technical University’s acceptance rate is 93%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at Navajo Technical University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Average Faculty Salary $42,865 20.3% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,280
150	San Antonio College	42482	85.39	--	5832	59213	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) San Antonio College San Antonio, TX Average Faculty Salary $42,482 27.5% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,832 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
151	Southwestern Adventist University	42303	55.52	940 – 1,180	20198	43643	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Adventist University Keene, TX Located in Keene, Southwestern Adventist University’s acceptance rate is 56%. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $10,653 each. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Average Faculty Salary $42,303 1.9% Acceptance Rate 55.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,198 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,643
152	College of Biblical Studies-Houston	41721	89.93	--	14684	33366	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) College of Biblical Studies-Houston Houston, TX Found in Houston, the College of Biblical Studies-Houston accepts 90% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 22% of students attending the College of Biblical Studies-Houston currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Average Faculty Salary $41,721 2.5% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,684 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,366
153	The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest	41352	100	--	25723	59213	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest Houston, TX Average Faculty Salary $41,352 1.6% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
154	Paul Quinn College	41070	33.81	760 – 970	18118	27021	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Paul Quinn College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Paul Quinn College accepted 34% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Average Faculty Salary $41,070 7.2% Acceptance Rate 33.8% SAT Score 760 – 970 Avg. Net Price $18,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,021
155	Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology	40245	76.87	860 – 1,060	29383	58542	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology Tulsa, OK Found in Tulsa, Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 9% of students at Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Average Faculty Salary $40,245 3.3% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 860 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $29,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
156	Prescott College	40144	98.57	1,020 – 1,260	23163	33539	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Prescott College Prescott, AZ Located in Prescott, Prescott College’s acceptance rate is 99%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 97% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 54% of students continued their studies at......Read more Average Faculty Salary $40,144 7.3% Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $23,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,539
157	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	39856	97.07	890 – 1,080	5274	39089	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 74% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Average Faculty Salary $39,856 3.1% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $5,274 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
158	Bryan University	39488	100	--	20495	32146	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Bryan University Tempe, AZ Average Faculty Salary $39,488 5.3% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,495 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,146
159	Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development	39090	100	780 – 1,010	14334	20816	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development Santa Fe, NM Average Faculty Salary $39,090 20.3% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 780 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $14,334 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,816
160	Remington College-Dallas Campus	38864	50.99	--	27674	50742	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Remington College-Dallas Campus Dallas, TX Average Faculty Salary $38,864 0.6% Acceptance Rate 51.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,674 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,742
161	Jarvis Christian University	38826	93.36	760 – 930	10674	27077	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Jarvis Christian University Hawkins, TX Based in Hawkins, Jarvis Christian University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 73% of students at Jarvis Christian University will receive grant aid from the school. At Jarvis Christian University, there is a 53% first year......Read more Average Faculty Salary $38,826 0.7% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 760 – 930 Avg. Net Price $10,674 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,077
162	Southwestern Christian University	37560	80.34	850 – 1,010	20714	34574	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Christian University Bethany, OK Average Faculty Salary $37,560 2.8% Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $20,714 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,574
163	Brookline College-Tempe	36883	0	--	18711	50742	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Brookline College-Tempe Tempe, AZ Average Faculty Salary $36,883 13.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,711 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,742
164	Texas College	34650	42.6	--	10901	27901	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas College Tyler, TX Found in Tyler, Texas College accepted 43% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. Approximately 5% of students attending Texas College will receive grant aid from the school. 70% of students continued studying at Texas College after completing their first......Read more Average Faculty Salary $34,650 1.4% Acceptance Rate 42.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,901
165	Brookline College-Albuquerque	33415	58.22	--	37566	59213	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Brookline College-Albuquerque Albuquerque, NM Average Faculty Salary $33,415 7.3% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $37,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
166	Southwestern Christian College	33308	55.52	--	15275	19686	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Christian College Terrell, TX Average Faculty Salary $33,308 Acceptance Rate 55.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $19,686
167	Western Technical College	32454	92.59	--	29837	35035	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Western Technical College El Paso, TX Based in El Paso, Western Technical College accepts 93% of applicants and requires $100 for undergraduate applications and . About 3% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Western Technical College, there is a 69% first year retention rate and a 0% four year graduation rate....Read more Average Faculty Salary $32,454 25.9% Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,035
168	Pima Medical Institute-Tucson	32437	90.95	--	0	37302	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Pima Medical Institute-Tucson Tucson, AZ Average Faculty Salary $32,437 2.9% Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,302
169	Arlington Baptist University	30273	79.23	--	26503	32206	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arlington Baptist University Arlington, TX Located in Arlington, Arlington Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 79% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 82% of students at Arlington Baptist University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 35% and around 14% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Average Faculty Salary $30,273 24.3% Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,206
170	Southwest University at El Paso	30090	0	--	17365	29611	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwest University at El Paso El Paso, TX Average Faculty Salary $30,090 8.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,365 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,611
171	Randall University	29845	44.81	850 – 1,040	17827	41012	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Randall University Moore, OK Based in Moore, Randall University’s acceptance rate is 45%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students attending Randall University will receive institutional grant aid. At Randall University, there is a 60% first year retention rate and around 6% of......Read more Average Faculty Salary $29,845 2.5% Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $17,827 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,012
172	Hallmark University	28826	100	--	10153	46666	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Hallmark University San Antonio, TX Average Faculty Salary $28,826 18.0% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,153 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,666
173	Western Technical College	28352	92.59	--	5799	58542	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Average Faculty Salary – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Western Technical College El Paso, TX Average Faculty Salary $28,352 8.9% Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542