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Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges

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The two-year student loan default rate measures how many graduates from the institution go into default on their student loans with two years of graduation. This is a complicated metric with many factors, but in general colleges and universities with high student loan default rates may indicate that students have trouble finding employment or well-paying jobs after college. This may mean that the institution has a less-established reputation with employers or that it graduates a higher percentage of students with degrees in lower-wage fields of study.

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Rank	Institution	Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year)	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University	0.2	75.18	--	0	110661	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Brooklyn, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.2 % Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $110,661
2	University of Nebraska Medical Center	0.2	86.9	--	0	70417	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.2 % Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,417
3	Upstate Medical University	0.3	78.58	--	0	83990	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Upstate Medical University Syracuse, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.3 % Acceptance Rate 78.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,990
4	Medical University of South Carolina	0.4	98.28	--	0	77677	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Medical University of South Carolina Charleston, SC Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.4 % Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $77,677
5	The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston	0.6	28.16	--	0	89371	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Houston, TX Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 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
6	Oregon Health & Science University	0.7	66.36	--	0	99818	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Oregon Health & Science University Portland, OR Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.7 % Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,818
7	William & Mary	0.8	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	20422	62959	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.8 % Acceptance Rate 34.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $20,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
8	Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans	0.9	23.68	--	0	74290	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans New Orleans, LA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.9 % Acceptance Rate 23.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,290
9	New College of Florida	1	74	1,040 – 1,250	8368	32611	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges New College of Florida Sarasota, FL Found in Sarasota, New College of Florida accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at New College of Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,611
10	Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center	1.1	30.23	--	0	84007	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Lubbock, TX Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.1 % Acceptance Rate 30.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,007
11	University of Maryland, Baltimore	1.1	0	--	0	82754	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Maryland, Baltimore Baltimore, MD Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.1 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,754
12	University of Wisconsin-Madison	1.1	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.1 % Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
13	United States Merchant Marine Academy	1.2	32.47	1,150 – 1,330	5173	96770	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,390 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.2 % Acceptance Rate 32.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $5,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
14	George Mason University	1.3	87.48	1,170 – 1,370	18900	60536	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges George Mason University Fairfax, VA Found in Fairfax, George Mason University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 59% of students at George Mason University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.3 % Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $18,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,536
15	University of Mary Washington	1.3	79.78	1,190 – 1,380	21615	49411	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg, VA Located in Fredericksburg, the University of Mary Washington accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending the University of Mary Washington will receive grant aid from the......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.3 % Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $21,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,411
16	The College of New Jersey	1.4	62.35	1,150 – 1,350	22379	62649	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges The College of New Jersey Ewing, NJ The College of New Jersey was founded in 1855 and originally called the New Jersey State Normal School. It received its current name in 1996. The college has a first year retention rate of 91%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $22,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,649
17	University of California-Los Angeles	1.5	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
18	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	1.5	15.34	1,350 – 1,520	11140	57057	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the flagship of the state’s school system. Enrolling students in 1795, it’s also one of the oldest public schools in the United States. UNC became coeducational in 1877 and began admitting African-American graduate students in 1951. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 15.3% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $11,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,057
19	University of Virginia-Main Campus	1.5	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	17831	72359	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA Thomas Jefferson founded The University of Virginia, and the school’s Board of Visitors also included James Monroe and James Madison. The school's well known for its secret societies and sport accomplishments. The Cavaliers, who wear orange and blue, have over 30 championship wins. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $17,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
20	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	1.5	81.22	1,110 – 1,290	13125	49626	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 23% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $13,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
21	SUNY College at Geneseo	1.7	66.63	1,200 – 1,360	18698	51097	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 67%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 90% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
22	Colorado School of Mines	1.8	59.6	1,330 – 1,470	29785	82950	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Colorado School of Mines Golden, CO The programs offered at Colorado School of Mines are all focused on energy and environment, so all available majors are in STEM fields. The Orediggers are led on by their mascots Marvin the Miner and Blaster the Burro....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.8 % Acceptance Rate 59.6% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $29,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,950
23	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	1.8	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.8 % Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
24	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	1.9	14.07	1,370 – 1,530	15901	89432	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA Also referred to as Georgia Tech, the Georgia Institute of Technology was founded in 1885 as part of the Reconstruction plans post-Civil War. At first, it only provided degrees in Mechanical Engineering. By 1901, it also offered Chemical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $15,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,432
25	St. Mary's College of Maryland	1.9	68.63	1,160 – 1,350	20679	52286	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges St. Mary's College of Maryland St. Mary's City, MD Founded in 1840, St. Mary’s College of Maryland was originally known as St. Mary’s Female Seminary. It shares its campus with Historic St. Mary’s City, which was the state’s first colony and capital. A majority of students attending today are female, but the school has been co-educational since 1949. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $20,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,286
26	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	2	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
27	James Madison University	2	71.51	1,180 – 1,340	26317	57438	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA Found in Harrisonburg, James Madison University accepts 72% of applicants and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at James Madison University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 91% and 65% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,317 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,438
28	University of California-San Diego	2	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
29	University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies Online	2.1	100	--	11851	53671	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies Online Manchester, NH Based in Manchester, the University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies Online’s acceptance rate is 100%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 39% of students at the University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies Online will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.1 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,851 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,671
30	University of New Hampshire at Manchester	2.1	87.33	1,050 – 1,180	13097	53671	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of New Hampshire at Manchester Manchester, NH The University of New Hampshire at Manchester has programs that focus on urban issues. Two popular majors include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Business/Commerce, and General. According to the UNH Manchester website, it has a 94% placement rate for graduates....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.1 % Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,097 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,671
31	University of New Hampshire-Main Campus	2.1	88.16	1,100 – 1,340	24762	53671	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of New Hampshire-Main Campus Durham, NH Found in Durham, the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 88% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students attending the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus, there is a 87% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.1 % Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,671
32	State University of New York at Cortland	2.2	59.79	1,100 – 1,250	18474	46535	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges State University of New York at Cortland Cortland, NY Based in Cortland, State University of New York at Cortland accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 54% of students at State University of New York at Cortland will receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students decide to stay at State University of New York at Cortland after......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,535
33	University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences	2.2	57.74	--	0	66491	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Little Rock, AR Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,491
34	University of Colorado Colorado Springs	2.2	97.35	1,020 – 1,230	16816	45766	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, CO Located in Colorado Springs, the University of Colorado Colorado Springs accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. Approximately 63% of students at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $16,816 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,766
35	University of Maryland-College Park	2.2	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
36	University of Wisconsin-River Falls	2.2	77.82	1,010 – 1,210	15242	46524	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-River Falls River Falls, WI University of Wisconsin, River Falls, opened as the River Falls State Normal School in 1874. In 1971, it joined the state university system. The oldest building on campus, South Hall, dates back to 1898 and is named on the National Register of Historic Places. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,524
37	University of California-Irvine	2.3	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.3 % Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
38	University of Vermont	2.3	65.3	1,320 – 1,440	22062	48164	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Vermont Burlington, VT Based in Burlington, the University of Vermont accepts 65% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students attending the University of Vermont currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.3 % Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $22,062 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,164
39	The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio	2.4	94.2	--	0	73887	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,887
40	The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston	2.4	94.2	--	0	82535	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston Galveston, TX Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,535
41	University of Massachusetts Global	2.4	92.86	--	31715	55438	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts Global Irvine, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,715 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,438
42	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	2.4	87.26	1,040 – 1,240	15966	54825	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Located in Platteville, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,966 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
43	North Dakota State University	2.5	94.96	1,010 – 1,210	16461	54312	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges North Dakota State University Fargo, ND Located in Fargo, North Dakota State University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 70% of students attending North Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.5 % Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,461 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,312
44	Montclair State University	2.6	87.89	910 – 1,210	13880	47944	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Montclair State University Montclair, NJ Found in Montclair, Montclair State University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 51% of students attending Montclair State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,880 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
45	Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	2.6	54.99	1,290 – 1,450	22205	67377	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA The Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is more commonly known as Virginia Tech. Students are known as Hokies and wear Chicago maroon and burnt orange to show off their school spirit. They compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Virginia Tech's motto is "That I May Serve." Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 55.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $22,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,377
46	Washington State University	2.6	87.97	1,020 – 1,260	18155	53510	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 37% of students will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
47	Carolinas College of Health Sciences	2.7	81.48	920 – 1,110	0	59213	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Carolinas College of Health Sciences Charlotte, NC Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 81.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
48	Christopher Newport University	2.7	87.96	1,110 – 1,310	22864	51931	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Christopher Newport University Newport News, VA Based in Newport News, Christopher Newport University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 54% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 83% of students decide to stay at Christopher Newport University......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,931
49	Georgia College & State University	2.7	87.79	1,070 – 1,240	19769	50644	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Georgia College & State University Milledgeville, GA Found in Milledgeville, Georgia College & State University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 13% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,644
50	Longwood University	2.7	84.8	1,030 – 1,220	22900	46058	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Longwood University Farmville, VA Located in Farmville, Longwood University accepts 85% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 96% of students at Longwood University currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $6,114 on average. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $22,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,058
51	Massachusetts Maritime Academy	2.7	72.07	1,040 – 1,200	20759	80424	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Massachusetts Maritime Academy Buzzards Bay, MA The second oldest state maritime academy in the country, the Massachusetts Maritime Academy was founded in 1891. Its motto is “Discipline, Knowledge, Leadership.” Students train on the USTS Kennedy and select one of the 7 programs. Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering is the most popular. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,759 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,424
52	South Dakota State University	2.7	98.34	1,020 – 1,220	18233	49564	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges South Dakota State University Brookings, SD South Dakota State University is the largest university in the state. Each year, the school receives around 7,300 applications. 94% of enrolled students get grant aid, $4,327 on average. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most commonly chosen major by far. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,564
53	Binghamton University	2.8	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
54	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	2.8	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
55	Thomas Edison State University	2.8	0	--	0	65570	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Thomas Edison State University Trenton, NJ Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,570
56	Truman State University	2.8	83.77	1,210 – 1,400	12798	43966	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Truman State University Kirksville, MO Originally known as the North Missouri Normal and Commercial School when founded in 1867, the school was renamed the Truman State University (TSU) in 1996 after U.S. President Harry Truman. Athletes, wearing purple and white, are known as the Bulldogs....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $12,798 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,966
57	University of California-Berkeley	2.8	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Pacific-12 Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
58	University of North Dakota	2.8	76.9	1,050 – 1,250	18227	54588	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND Located in Grand Forks, the University of North Dakota’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 71% of students attending the University of North Dakota will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,588
59	University of Utah	2.8	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	13341	55239	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
60	University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point	2.8	90.37	1,040 – 1,240	14347	43371	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point, WI Found in Stevens Point, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point accepts 90% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,371
61	Clemson University	2.9	38.34	1,270 – 1,420	24408	58311	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Clemson University Clemson, SC Clemson University boasts a large campus – 1,400 acres at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains alongside Lake Hartwell. It’s home to the Clemson Experimental Forest, which is used for research, education, and recreation. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular undergraduate major. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $24,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,311
62	Keene State College	2.9	90.33	910 – 1,130	20405	46649	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Keene State College Keene, NH Based in Keene, Keene State College accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Keene State College will receive grant aid from the school. At Keene State College, there is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $20,405 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,649
63	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	2.9	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 71% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Business Administration and Management, General. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $14,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
64	University of Pittsburgh-Bradford	2.9	88.98	1,020 – 1,210	17015	54240	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Pittsburgh-Bradford Bradford, PA Located in Bradford, the University of Pittsburgh-Bradford’s acceptance rate is 89%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,015 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
65	University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg	2.9	95.21	1,050 – 1,260	17196	54240	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg Greensburg, PA Based in Greensburg, the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg accepts 95% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 92% of students at the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg, there is a 69% first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $17,196 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
66	University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown	2.9	94.84	990 – 1,230	17909	54240	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown Johnstown, PA Found in Johnstown, the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 88% of students at the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,909 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
67	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	2.9	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	24338	54240	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA The University of Pittsburgh opened in 1787 as the Pittsburgh Academy, though it may have roots going back to 1770. Much of the school was destroyed in the Great Fire of 1845, a massive fire that stretched 20 square blocks of the city. Last year, Pitt accepted 35,400 of applicants and 13% of these students enrolled. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $24,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
68	University of Wisconsin-Stout	2.9	87.47	1,040 – 1,280	15574	50251	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Stout Menomonie, WI Found in Menomonie, the University of Wisconsin-Stout accepts 87% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 29% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stout currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,251
69	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	3	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
70	Oregon Institute of Technology	3	95.02	990 – 1,280	17274	68301	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Oregon Institute of Technology Klamath Falls, OR Based in Klamath Falls, Oregon Institute of Technology accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 91% of students at Oregon Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,274 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,301
71	Radford University	3	89.53	960 – 1,180	18282	44830	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Radford University Radford, VA Found in Radford, Radford University accepts 90% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $4,160 on average. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,830
72	University of California-Davis	3	41.83	1,180 – 1,420	17315	58461	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of California-Davis Davis, CA The University of California – Davis is the seventh campus within the University of California system. It was originally an agricultural branch when founded in 1905, and was known as University Farm. Famous alumni have included the CEO of Chevron, John S....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,315 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,461
73	University of California-Santa Barbara	3	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
74	University of North Georgia	3	67.94	990 – 1,210	11687	43085	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of North Georgia Dahlonega, GA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
75	University of Wisconsin-Green Bay	3	72.89	970 – 1,180	10289	46546	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Green Bay, WI Found in Green Bay, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay accepts 73% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 33% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay will receive institutional grant aid. 65% of students continued studying at the University......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 72.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $10,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
76	Western Washington University	3	93.25	1,110 – 1,330	22096	45272	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Western Washington University Bellingham, WA Located in Bellingham, Western Washington University accepts 93% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 89% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $22,096 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,272
77	Westfield State University	3	86.71	1,000 – 1,210	17723	46861	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Westfield State University Westfield, MA Found in Westfield, Westfield State University accepts 87% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 63% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 46% of students will graduate......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,861
78	University of Florida	3.1	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.1 % Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
79	University of Florida-Online	3.1	64.38	1,270 – 1,400	10412	56398	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Florida-Online Gainesville, FL Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.1 % Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $10,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
80	Winona State University	3.1	68.48	1,010 – 1,220	18919	51288	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Winona State University Winona, MN Winona State University is a part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. Founded in 1858 as the First State Normal School of Minnesota, it would get its current moniker in 1975. Many undergraduates major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.1 % Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,919 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,288
81	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania	3.2	85.96	1,000 – 1,180	15318	44290	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania East Stroudsburg, PA East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is a part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). It opened in 1893 and would undergo several name changes before landing on its current name in 1983. Many students study Business Administration and Management, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,318 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,290
82	Maine Maritime Academy	3.2	56.06	1,100 – 1,260	21433	93944	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Maine Maritime Academy Castine, ME Located on a peninsula on the Bagaduce River and Penobscot Bay, the Maine Maritime Academy is a non-federal maritime training school. Students aren’t required to join the military after graduation. Many study Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer. A fairly selective school, 30% of those accepted enroll. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 56.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $21,433 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $93,944
83	Missouri University of Science and Technology	3.2	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	14414	69295	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Missouri University of Science and Technology Rolla, MO Located in Rolla, Missouri University of Science and Technology accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 96% of students at Missouri University of Science and Technology currently receive grant aid from the school. 86% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $14,414 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,295
84	North Carolina State University	3.2	41.67	1,240 – 1,450	14860	57623	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC The North Carolina State University at Raleigh is part of the Research Triangle with Duke University and the University of North Carolina. The school has a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 93% first year retention rate....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 41.7% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $14,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,623
85	SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry	3.2	63.28	1,310 – 1,430	19644	48327	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry Syracuse, NY Commonly chosen majors and programs at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry include Conservation Biology, Natural Resources Management and Policy, and Environmental Biology....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $19,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,327
86	SUNY Polytechnic Institute	3.2	78.44	1,160 – 1,330	14646	58662	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges SUNY Polytechnic Institute Utica, NY Found in Utica, SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 89% of students attending SUNY Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,646 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,662
87	San Jose State University	3.2	84.61	--	13833	62448	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges San Jose State University San Jose, CA Located in San Jose, San Jose State University’s acceptance rate is 85% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 36% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,448
88	University of Connecticut	3.2	53.95	1,230 – 1,430	22324	63322	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Connecticut Storrs, CT The University of Connecticut sits on a 4,400-acre campus and is just 90 minutes from Boston. Founded in 1881, it was originally known as the Storrs Agricultural School. It has a 91% first year retention rate. Many students major in Psychology, General, Economics, General, and Management Science. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 54.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $22,324 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
89	University of Minnesota Rochester	3.2	71.01	1,070 – 1,350	13840	57984	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Minnesota Rochester Rochester, MN Based in Rochester, the University of Minnesota Rochester accepts 71% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 71% of students at the University of Minnesota Rochester will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 43% of students will graduate in......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
90	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	3.2	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
91	University of South Carolina-Columbia	3.2	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
92	University of Washington-Bothell Campus	3.2	90.6	1,080 – 1,370	10013	62979	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell, WA Located in Bothell, the University of Washington-Bothell Campus’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 33% of students attending the University of Washington-Bothell Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 86% of students continued studying......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $10,013 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
93	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	3.2	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
94	University of Washington-Tacoma Campus	3.2	82.52	970 – 1,220	11290	62979	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma, WA The University of Washington, Tacoma campus sits in the historic Union Station District, with views of Mount Rainier and the Port of Tacoma. The school offers up to Doctor's degrees and follows a quarter academic schedule....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,290 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
95	Texas A&M University-College Station	3.3	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.3 % 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
96	University of Iowa	3.3	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.3 % Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
97	University of Puerto Rico-Medical Sciences	3.3	52.17	--	0	38222	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Medical Sciences San Juan, PR Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.3 % Acceptance Rate 52.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,222
98	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	3.3	87.99	1,110 – 1,310	15323	50011	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.3 % Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,323 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
99	California State University-Stanislaus	3.4	98.14	840 – 1,060	7316	47793	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
100	Colorado State University Global	3.4	98.4	890 – 970	12475	65131	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Colorado State University Global Aurora, CO Found in Aurora, Colorado State University Global accepts 98% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 6% of students attending Colorado State University Global currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 890 – 970 Avg. Net Price $12,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,131
101	University of Minnesota-Morris	3.4	74.93	1,040 – 1,240	9539	43163	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Minnesota-Morris Morris, MN Based in Morris, the University of Minnesota-Morris’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 74.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,539 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
102	Valley City State University	3.4	99.07	930 – 1,180	13841	45820	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Valley City State University Valley City, ND Found in Valley City, Valley City State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 94% of students at Valley City State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 35% of students will graduate within four......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,841 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,820
103	California State University-Channel Islands	3.5	93.06	870 – 1,080	10931	46785	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Channel Islands Camarillo, CA Based in Camarillo, California State University-Channel Islands accepts 93% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 63% of students attending California State University-Channel Islands currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,785
104	Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts	3.5	92.35	960 – 1,180	17705	36803	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts North Adams, MA Business Administration and Management, General is a commonly chosen area of study at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. The school is non selective and offers rolling admissions. Murdock the Mountain Lion cheers on the Trailblazers who play in Ice Hockey, Soccer, and Basketball, among others. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,803
105	Minnesota State University, Mankato	3.5	91.33	1,010 – 1,210	17227	50098	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Minnesota State University, Mankato Mankato, MN Based in Mankato, Minnesota State University- Mankato accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 43% of students attending Minnesota State University- Mankato currently receive institutional grant......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,098
106	University of Delaware	3.5	63.56	1,220 – 1,390	17716	58846	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Delaware Newark, DE During the last admissions cycle, the University of Delaware received 37,000 applications. It also has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 90% first year retention rate. UD’s athletes are known as the Fightin' Blue Hens and they compete in the Colonial Athletic Association. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 63.6% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $17,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,846
107	University of Georgia	3.5	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
108	University of Illinois Chicago	3.5	77.35	1,150 – 1,360	11499	53218	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Illinois Chicago Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, the University of Illinois Chicago accepts 77% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 69% of students at the University of Illinois Chicago currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 80% and around 36% of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $11,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,218
109	University of Nebraska at Kearney	3.5	89.49	970 – 1,210	16249	43241	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Nebraska at Kearney Kearney, NE University of Nebraska at Kearney is a non selective school, and many who enroll pursue Bachelor’s degrees in Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, and General. UNK also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 14 to 1 and first year retention rate of 80%. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,249 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,241
110	California State University-East Bay	3.6	96.81	830 – 1,050	10874	55546	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State University-East Bay Hayward, CA Found in Hayward, California State University-East Bay accepts 97% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 56% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $10,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
111	University of Minnesota Duluth	3.6	88.76	1,150 – 1,320	19542	52840	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Minnesota Duluth Duluth, MN Found in Duluth, the University of Minnesota Duluth accepts 89% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 89% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Minnesota Duluth, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,542 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,840
112	University of Nevada-Reno	3.6	73.71	1,020 – 1,250	16801	49182	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Nevada-Reno Reno, NV Found in Reno, the University of Nevada-Reno’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Nevada-Reno, there is a 80% first year retention rate and around 40% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,182
113	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	3.6	83.77	930 – 1,240	12942	50140	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 72% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
114	University of Wyoming	3.6	96.88	1,040 – 1,280	13299	48360	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Wyoming Laramie, WY The University of Wyoming was founded in 1886, four years before Wyoming became a state. It’s one of the rare schools that features a live animal mascot – a horse named Cowboy Joy. Another mascot, Pistol Pete, is played by a student. Brown and gold are the official school colors, and their motto is simple – “Equality.” Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $13,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,360
115	Appalachian State University	3.7	90.14	1,040 – 1,280	14712	43663	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Appalachian State University Boone, NC Found in Boone, Appalachian State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of students at Appalachian State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,663
116	Oregon State University	3.7	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	21868	50843	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
117	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology	3.7	85.25	1,180 – 1,350	20243	62863	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Rapid City, SD Located in Rapid City, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 77% of students attending South Dakota School of Mines and Technology currently receive......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $20,243 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,863
118	The University of Texas at Austin	3.7	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % 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
119	Illinois State University	3.8	88.15	1,010 – 1,220	20871	50599	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Illinois State University Normal, IL Located in Normal, Illinois State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at Illinois State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Illinois State University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a 48% four year graduation rate....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,871 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,599
120	Iowa State University	3.8	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
121	Millersville University of Pennsylvania	3.8	86.19	1,060 – 1,240	20860	44813	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Millersville University of Pennsylvania Millersville, PA Located in Millersville, Millersville University of Pennsylvania accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at Millersville University of Pennsylvania currently receive grant aid from the school. 77% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,813
122	State University of New York at New Paltz	3.8	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	17848	45555	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $17,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
123	University of Hawaii at Manoa	3.8	69.67	1,070 – 1,290	14557	45701	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu, HI Found in Honolulu, the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s acceptance rate is 70% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. Approximately 63% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Hawaii at Manoa, there is a 76% first year retention rate and a......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,557 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,701
124	CUNY Hunter College	3.9	54.22	1,110 – 1,400	4127	50414	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY Hunter College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
125	Colorado State University-Fort Collins	3.9	88.57	1,070 – 1,300	19828	49748	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins, CO The flagship university of Colorado, CSU’s mascot is Cam the Ram. Popular sports on campus include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular major at the school by far. CSU has a 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $19,828 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,748
126	Framingham State University	3.9	84.91	1,030 – 1,220	16640	46611	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Framingham State University Framingham, MA Located in Framingham, Framingham State University’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students attending Framingham State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 84.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $16,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,611
127	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	3.9	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
128	Worcester State University	3.9	87.99	1,050 – 1,230	14307	50233	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Worcester State University Worcester, MA Based in Worcester, Worcester State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 51% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 78% of students continued studying at Worcester State University after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,233
129	Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania	4	85.55	980 – 1,220	23344	45010	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg, PA Based in Shippensburg, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 86% and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 69% of students at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,344 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,010
130	Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania	4	71.47	980 – 1,200	18407	45398	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock, PA Found in Slippery Rock, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 59% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $18,407 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,398
131	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	4	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
132	University at Buffalo	4	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20511	53742	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, the University at Buffalo accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 68% of students attending the University at Buffalo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
133	University of Central Florida	4	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
134	University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center	4	97.07	1,140 – 1,350	0	52216	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % 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
135	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	4	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % 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
136	California State University-Fullerton	4.1	90.52	--	6283	48558	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
137	Rowan University	4.1	78.3	1,110 – 1,320	22237	50705	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 78% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 77% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 46% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,237 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
138	Temple University	4.1	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
139	University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee	4.1	95.29	970 – 1,210	16499	45851	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee accepts 95% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $56 for graduate applications. Approximately 62% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,851
140	West Chester University of Pennsylvania	4.1	78.16	1,110 – 1,280	21684	51013	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges West Chester University of Pennsylvania West Chester, PA West Chester University of Pennsylvania is part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). Popular undergraduate majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Early Childhood Education and Teaching....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,684 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,013
141	Bismarck State College	4.2	86.66	--	10792	50401	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Bismarck State College Bismarck, ND Located in Bismarck, Bismarck State College accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 42% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,792 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,401
142	Eastern Connecticut State University	4.2	82.98	1,060 – 1,270	21205	47289	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Eastern Connecticut State University Willimantic, CT Based in Willimantic, Eastern Connecticut State University accepts 83% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at Eastern Connecticut State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,289
143	Grand Valley State University	4.2	83.02	1,110 – 1,370	17995	47840	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI Based in Allendale, Grand Valley State University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 86% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of students continued their studies at......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $17,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,840
144	Midwestern State University	4.2	87.38	950 – 1,160	11798	46637	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % 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
145	Montana State University	4.2	82.14	1,080 – 1,290	18511	44757	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Montana State University Bozeman, MT “Mountains and Mines” is the motto of Montana State University. In the last admissions cycle, the school received 21,700 applications and accepted 82% of them. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, and Mechanical Engineering are the most popular undergraduate majors....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 82.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,757
146	Portland State University	4.2	90.91	1,050 – 1,310	12509	46937	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Portland State University Portland, OR Located in Portland, Portland State University accepts 91% of applicants and requires $60 for undergraduate applications and $67 for graduate applications. About 55% of students at Portland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 90.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $12,509 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,937
147	San Diego State University	4.2	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
148	Southern Connecticut State University	4.2	94.82	830 – 1,100	19870	45422	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Southern Connecticut State University New Haven, CT Found in New Haven, Southern Connecticut State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 52% of students attending Southern Connecticut State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $19,870 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,422
149	Stockton University	4.2	88.94	1,040 – 1,230	19752	48223	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Stockton University Galloway, NJ Found in Galloway, Stockton University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $19,752 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,223
150	Stony Brook University	4.2	49.04	1,320 – 1,490	18601	59492	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Stony Brook University Stony Brook, NY Based in Stony Brook, Stony Brook University’s acceptance rate is 49% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 79% of students at Stony Brook University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 49.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $18,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,492
151	The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center	4.2	21.62	--	0	72924	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Houston, TX Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 21.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,924
152	University of Nebraska at Omaha	4.2	87.27	1,010 – 1,240	13284	45494	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
153	Utah State University	4.2	92.47	1,050 – 1,310	15825	44822	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Utah State University Logan, UT Based in Logan, Utah State University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 78% of students at Utah State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,822
154	Western Connecticut State University	4.2	81.36	1,020 – 1,240	16527	45997	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Western Connecticut State University Danbury, CT Found in Danbury, Western Connecticut State University accepts 81% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 48% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 75% of students decide to stay at......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,997
155	California State University-Long Beach	4.3	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
156	Florida Gulf Coast University	4.3	76.75	1,040 – 1,210	10548	45029	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers, FL Based in Fort Myers, Florida Gulf Coast University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 49% of students attending Florida Gulf Coast University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,029
157	New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology	4.3	54.05	1,130 – 1,330	9133	54530	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % 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
158	University of California-Santa Cruz	4.3	65.57	1,180 – 1,390	16526	49716	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA Found in Santa Cruz, the University of California-Santa Cruz accepts 66% of applicants and requests $80 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 88% of students decide to stay at the University of California-Santa Cruz after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 65.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $16,526 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,716
159	University of Guam	4.3	100	--	9844	28270	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Guam Mangilao, GU Based in Mangilao, the University of Guam accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $52 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 3% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,270
160	University of Northern Colorado	4.3	93.63	970 – 1,200	19115	43756	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Northern Colorado Greeley, CO Also known as UNC, the university’s motto is "Sapientia in aeternum est" or “Wisdom is eternal.” 82% of UNC students receive institutional grant aid—$5,686 on average. Klawz the Bear is the school's mascot, and their colors are navy blue and gold. Notable alumni of UNC include musicians, champion athletes, and politicians. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 93.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $19,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,756
161	University of South Dakota	4.3	98.78	1,020 – 1,220	18466	46290	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of South Dakota Vermillion, SD Based in Vermillion, the University of South Dakota accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 70% of students at the University of South Dakota currently receive grant aid from the school. 79% of students continued studying at the University of South Dakota after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,466 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,290
162	Bellevue College	4.4	17.36	--	11926	47460	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Bellevue College Bellevue, WA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.4 % Acceptance Rate 17.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,460
163	Rhode Island College	4.4	91.82	870 – 1,120	11549	46882	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.4 % Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
164	University of Oregon	4.4	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.4 % Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
165	Auburn University	4.5	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
166	Augusta University	4.5	89.31	1,020 – 1,230	13486	45037	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Augusta University Augusta, GA Found in Augusta, Augusta University’s acceptance rate is 89% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 16% of students attending Augusta University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 89.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,486 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,037
167	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	4.5	51.17	1,190 – 1,410	3989	61542	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 51% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 70% of students at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $3,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
168	Eastern Washington University	4.5	94.37	990 – 1,120	13786	46469	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Eastern Washington University Cheney, WA Found in Cheney, Eastern Washington University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of students attending Eastern Washington University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 94.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $13,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,469
169	Minot State University	4.5	64.62	970 – 1,180	12349	46214	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Minot State University Minot, ND Based in Minot, Minot State University’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,349 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,214
170	SUNY at Fredonia	4.5	79.2	1,080 – 1,310	15830	40580	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges SUNY at Fredonia Fredonia, NY Found in Fredonia, SUNY at Fredonia accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending SUNY at Fredonia will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At SUNY at Fredonia, there is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,830 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,580
171	Sonoma State University	4.5	94.73	1,010 – 1,180	15113	52179	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Sonoma State University Rohnert Park, CA Based in Rohnert Park, Sonoma State University’s acceptance rate is 95% and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,179
172	University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus	4.5	77.81	1,050 – 1,270	15303	52475	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver, CO Based in Denver, the University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending the University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $15,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,475
173	University of Northern Iowa	4.5	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
174	University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras	4.5	53.2	1,030 – 1,300	6868	22417	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras San Juan, PR Found in San Juan, the University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras’s acceptance rate is 53% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 41% of students attending the University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 53.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $6,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,417
175	Vermont State University	4.5	83.23	860 – 1,060	21253	41340	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Vermont State University Randolph, VT Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 860 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $21,253 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,340
176	Virginia Military Institute	4.5	71.25	1,110 – 1,330	17229	63545	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA Abraham Lincoln called the Virginia Military Institute the “West Point of the South.” Located on the Maury River in the Shenandoah Valley, 562 athletes (the Keydets) compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big South Conference. Moe the Kangaroo cheers them on. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,229 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,545
177	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	4.6	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
178	Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania	4.6	94.75	970 – 1,190	18004	44053	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania Bloomsburg, PA Located in Bloomsburg, Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania accepts 95% of applicants and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $18,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,053
179	Michigan State University	4.6	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
180	Purdue University-Main Campus	4.6	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
181	Ramapo College of New Jersey	4.6	70.64	1,120 – 1,310	17348	53872	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah, NJ Based in Mahwah, Ramapo College of New Jersey’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Ramapo College of New Jersey, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 58% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,348 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,872
182	The Evergreen State College	4.6	96.38	1,080 – 1,290	18480	34774	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges The Evergreen State College Olympia, WA Based in Olympia, The Evergreen State College accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 31% of students will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,774
183	University of California-Riverside	4.6	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
184	University of Colorado Boulder	4.6	81.15	1,190 – 1,400	22640	54939	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO The Boulder campus is the flagship school of the University of Colorado system. It was actually founded a few months before Colorado became a state in 1876. Athletes, called the Buffaloes, are part of the Pacific-12 Conference....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
185	University of Missouri-Columbia	4.6	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
186	University of South Carolina Aiken	4.6	78.57	1,000 – 1,230	11697	39689	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of South Carolina Aiken Aiken, SC Found in Aiken, the University of South Carolina Aiken accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 35% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 78.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $11,697 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,689
187	East Carolina University	4.7	89.22	1,020 – 1,220	14470	46420	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 82% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.7 % Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
188	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	4.7	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	21856	43309	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA Found in Kutztown, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 91% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.7 % Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,856 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,309
189	State University of New York at Oswego	4.7	80.57	1,070 – 1,280	16923	46358	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.7 % Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
190	Texas Woman's University	4.7	96.13	950 – 1,160	10763	48773	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.7 % 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
191	University at Albany	4.7	69.09	1,160 – 1,330	19165	51380	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending the University at Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 63% and 59% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.7 % Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
192	University of Hawaii-West Oahu	4.7	95.6	880 – 1,100	11881	44352	#192 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Hawaii-West Oahu Kapolei, HI Located in Kapolei, the University of Hawaii-West Oahu accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 59% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.7 % Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $11,881 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,352
193	Virginia Commonwealth University	4.7	92.32	1,040 – 1,310	22852	47161	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA Based in Richmond, Virginia Commonwealth University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Virginia Commonwealth University currently receive institutional grant aid. The......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.7 % Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,161
194	CUNY Graduate School and University Center	4.8	38.61	--	0	68616	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges CUNY Graduate School and University Center New York, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.8 % Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,616
195	Metropolitan State University	4.8	96.46	--	18233	54828	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Metropolitan State University Saint Paul, MN Located in Saint Paul, Metropolitan State University accepts 96% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 5% of students at Metropolitan State University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Metropolitan State University, there is a 60% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.8 % Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,828
196	Michigan Technological University	4.8	83.53	1,150 – 1,370	17928	69672	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI Michigan Technological University offers over 185 degree programs across five colleges: Engineering, Computing, Sciences and Arts, Business, and Forest Resources and Environmental Science. Many students choose to study Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.8 % Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $17,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,672
197	New Jersey Institute of Technology	4.8	65.07	1,250 – 1,470	16736	69591	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ Based in Newark, New Jersey Institute of Technology’s acceptance rate is 65% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 75% of students at New Jersey Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 90% and its four year graduation rate is 38%. Three......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.8 % Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $16,736 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,591
198	SUNY College at Plattsburgh	4.8	75.18	1,060 – 1,280	15982	48089	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges SUNY College at Plattsburgh Plattsburgh, NY Found in Plattsburgh, SUNY College at Plattsburgh accepts 75% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.8 % Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,982 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,089
199	University of South Alabama	4.8	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	13613	41307	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of South Alabama Mobile, AL Located in Mobile, the University of South Alabama’s acceptance rate is 71% and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students attending the University of South Alabama currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.8 % Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,613 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,307
200	Western Colorado University	4.8	99.71	1,150 – 1,310	17709	40037	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Western Colorado University Gunnison, CO Western Colorado University’s motto is “Potestas ad Ministrandum,” which is Latin for “The Power to Serve.” 420 student athletes, known as the Mountaineers, compete in the NCAA Division II with football Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. Business Administration and Management, General is a popular undergraduate major. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.8 % Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,037
201	Ohio State University-Lima Campus	4.9	99.35	1,040 – 1,220	12727	51438	#201 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Ohio State University-Lima Campus Lima, OH Located in Lima, Ohio State University-Lima Campus accepts 99% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $12,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
202	Ohio State University-Main Campus	4.9	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#202 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
203	Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus	4.9	99.47	980 – 1,200	15920	51438	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus Mansfield, OH Based in Mansfield, Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 65% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 34%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 99.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $15,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
204	Ohio State University-Marion Campus	4.9	98.81	1,000 – 1,210	14514	51438	#204 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Ohio State University-Marion Campus Marion, OH Found in Marion, Ohio State University-Marion Campus accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Ohio State University-Marion Campus will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 40%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $14,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
205	Ohio State University-Newark Campus	4.9	99.37	980 – 1,190	13843	51438	#205 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Ohio State University-Newark Campus Newark, OH Based in Newark, Ohio State University-Newark Campus’s acceptance rate is 99% and requires $60 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Ohio State University-Newark Campus will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 25% and 3% of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
206	Rutgers University-Camden	4.9	77.75	1,030 – 1,280	18735	61263	#206 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Rutgers University-Camden Camden, NJ Found in Camden, Rutgers University-Camden accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $70 to apply. Approximately 90% of students attending Rutgers University-Camden currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
207	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	4.9	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#207 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
208	Rutgers University-Newark	4.9	78.73	1,080 – 1,370	17425	61263	#208 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Rutgers University-Newark Newark, NJ Located in Newark, Rutgers University-Newark accepts 79% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 58% of students attending Rutgers University-Newark will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $17,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
209	Salisbury University	4.9	87.47	1,170 – 1,330	17931	51926	#209 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Salisbury University Salisbury, MD Found in Salisbury, Salisbury University accepts 87% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Salisbury University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,926
210	Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville	4.9	97.21	930 – 1,160	15182	46384	#210 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville received 8,900 applications during the last admissions cycle. Many students major in Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,384
211	University of Arkansas	4.9	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#211 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
212	University of Houston-Victoria	4.9	76.71	850 – 1,010	9912	44888	#212 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % 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
213	University of Maine	4.9	96.84	1,060 – 1,360	18237	43124	#213 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Maine Orono, ME Found in Orono, the University of Maine 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 95% of students at the University of Maine will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 67% and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $18,237 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,124
214	University of North Carolina School of the Arts	4.9	33.08	1,170 – 1,320	11163	24537	#214 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of North Carolina School of the Arts Winston Salem, NC The University of North Carolina School of the Arts accepts only 33% of applicants. 47% of those accepted will go on to attend the following fall. It has a whopping 6 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an 87% first year retention rate....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 33.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $11,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,537
215	Wayne State College	4.9	100	970 – 1,180	15458	40857	#215 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Wayne State College Wayne, NE Based in Wayne, Wayne State College 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 54% of students attending Wayne State College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Wayne State College, there is a 72% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,458 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,857
216	California State University-Fresno	5	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#216 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At California State University-Fresno, there is a 82% first year retention rate and a 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
217	Central Michigan University	5	89.82	980 – 1,210	15826	46567	#217 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Central Michigan University is a NCAA Division I-FBS school, and the Chippewas compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student athletes can receive scholarships, $13,796 on average, and the school offers institutional grant aid to about 95% of students. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
218	Dickinson State University	5	36.95	900 – 1,110	15490	48628	#218 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Dickinson State University Dickinson, ND Found in Dickinson, Dickinson State University accepts 37% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Dickinson State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Dickinson State University, there is a 67% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 37.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,628
219	Florida State University	5	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	14903	49814	#219 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University opened as the Florida Institute in 1854. A NCAA Division I-FBS school and competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the Seminoles have brought home several national championships....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
220	Indiana University-Bloomington	5	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#220 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
221	Louisiana Tech University	5	90.73	1,050 – 1,280	12593	44903	#221 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Louisiana Tech University Ruston, LA Found in Ruston, Louisiana Tech University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending Louisiana Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $12,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,903
222	Oakland University	5	87.84	920 – 1,180	15734	49017	#222 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Oakland University Rochester Hills, MI Based in Rochester Hills, Oakland University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 92% of students attending Oakland University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,734 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,017
223	Plymouth State University	5	87.54	880 – 1,080	20280	46466	#223 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Plymouth State University Plymouth, NH Found in Plymouth, Plymouth State University accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Plymouth State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Plymouth State University, there is a 68% first year retention rate......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,280 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,466
224	University of Maine at Farmington	5	96.72	1,000 – 1,250	15383	31513	#224 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Maine at Farmington Farmington, ME The University of Maine at Farmington opened in 1864, originally known as the Western State Normal School. It underwent several name changes over the following century. The school newspaper is “The Farmington Flyer,” and the Beavers wear maroon, gold, and gray, and compete in the North Atlantic Conference. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 96.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $15,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,513
225	University of Massachusetts-Amherst	5	59.73	1,310 – 1,500	22954	60347	#225 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst, MA Amherst is the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts system. It opened in 1863, when it was known as the Massachusetts Agricultural College. Most students stay on after they complete freshman year – the school has a 92% first year retention rate. 84% graduate in six years. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $22,954 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,347
226	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	5	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	13768	48812	#226 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 80% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $13,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
227	University of Southern Maine	5	79.31	1,010 – 1,250	12006	47107	#227 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Southern Maine Portland, ME Found in Portland, the University of Southern Maine’s acceptance rate is 79%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at the University of Southern Maine will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $12,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,107
228	Eastern Illinois University	5.1	65.35	910 – 1,130	14621	42694	#228 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.1 % Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
229	Fort Hays State University	5.1	91.77	940 – 1,340	13774	44428	#229 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Found in Hays, Fort Hays State University accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 78% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.1 % Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,774 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
230	Minnesota State University Moorhead	5.1	52.95	980 – 1,190	18231	45873	#230 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead, MN Based in Moorhead, Minnesota State University Moorhead accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.1 % Acceptance Rate 53.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $18,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,873
231	Nevada State University	5.1	86.11	830 – 1,070	16255	47092	#231 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Nevada State University Henderson, NV A vast majority of the student body at Nevada State University are women. Opening as Nevada State College in 2002, it was the first state school. NSU became a university recently, in 2023. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.1 % Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 830 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $16,255 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,092
232	SUNY Brockport	5.1	70.68	1,110 – 1,280	15343	47164	#232 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges SUNY Brockport Brockport, NY Located in Brockport, SUNY Brockport accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 82% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.1 % Acceptance Rate 70.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,343 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,164
233	University of Kansas	5.1	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#233 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.1 % Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
234	Western Illinois University	5.1	74.96	850 – 1,130	12168	43057	#234 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Western Illinois University Macomb, IL Found in Macomb, Western Illinois University accepts 75% of applicants. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. About 53% of students attending Western Illinois University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Western Illinois University, there is a 58% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.1 % Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,168 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,057
235	Charter Oak State College	5.2	0	--	15663	53779	#235 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Charter Oak State College New Britain, CT Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.2 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,663 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,779
236	SUNY Oneonta	5.2	69.59	1,110 – 1,270	17918	49723	#236 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges SUNY Oneonta Oneonta, NY Based in Oneonta, SUNY Oneonta accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 77% of students attending SUNY Oneonta currently receive grant aid from the school. At SUNY Oneonta, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.2 % Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $17,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,723
237	University of Maryland-Baltimore County	5.2	72.43	1,240 – 1,420	17704	55137	#237 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, the University of Maryland-Baltimore County’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 82% of students at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.2 % Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,137
238	Wichita State University	5.2	72.11	970 – 1,220	14184	44043	#238 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 72% and around 25% of students will graduate within four......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.2 % Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
239	California State University Maritime Academy	5.3	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#239 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
240	California State University-San Marcos	5.3	95.1	860 – 1,080	10500	48673	#240 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Based in San Marcos, California State University-San Marcos accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications. About 48% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
241	Georgia Southwestern State University	5.3	77.16	970 – 1,140	11779	42047	#241 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Georgia Southwestern State University Americus, GA Based in Americus, Georgia Southwestern State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 39% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 63% and its four year graduation rate is 20%. Business Administration and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,047
242	New Jersey City University	5.3	89.18	890 – 1,140	12157	45918	#242 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges New Jersey City University Jersey City, NJ Based in Jersey City, New Jersey City University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 51% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,918
243	Northeastern Illinois University	5.3	51.69	850 – 1,310	14669	43801	#243 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Northeastern Illinois University Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, Northeastern Illinois University accepts 52% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 82% of students attending Northeastern Illinois University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Northeastern Illinois University, there is a 61% first year retention rate......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 51.7% SAT Score 850 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,801
244	Southern Utah University	5.3	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#244 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
245	University of Illinois Springfield	5.3	84.37	1,040 – 1,240	9241	47432	#245 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Illinois Springfield Springfield, IL The University of Illinois Springfield is one of three in the University of Illinois system and is located in the state's capitol city. U of I offers 46 degree programs with Computer Science, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General being the most sought after....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 84.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,241 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,432
246	CUNY Queens College	5.4	64.34	1,010 – 1,290	5339	48548	#246 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Found in Queens, CUNY Queens College accepts 64% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,339 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
247	California State University-Los Angeles	5.4	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#247 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
248	SUNY Maritime College	5.4	72.42	1,130 – 1,300	20398	83439	#248 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges SUNY Maritime College Throggs Neck, NY SUNY Maritime College, founded in 1847, is located about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. Students at SUNY Maritime College can "Chart Your Own Course," which means they can choose from one of two different experiences—the Traditional Lifestyle (a more traditional campus experience) or the Regiment Lifestyle (preparing cadets......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,398 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
249	Saint Cloud State University	5.4	94.95	970 – 1,220	14648	47215	#249 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud, MN Based in Saint Cloud, Saint Cloud State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 52% of students at Saint Cloud State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
250	Southwest Minnesota State University	5.4	64.09	930 – 1,140	14839	43282	#250 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall, MN Based in Marshall, Southwest Minnesota State University’s acceptance rate is 64%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at Southwest Minnesota State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 73%......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,282
251	The University of Texas at Dallas	5.4	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	13464	57249	#251 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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). Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % 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
252	Towson University	5.4	81.98	950 – 1,240	15064	54302	#252 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Towson University Towson, MD Located in Towson, Towson University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of students attending Towson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,302
253	University of Arizona	5.4	86.14	1,100 – 1,330	18144	47665	#253 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % 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
254	University of South Florida	5.4	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#254 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
255	California State University-Sacramento	5.5	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#255 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.5 % Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
256	Fashion Institute of Technology	5.5	60.24	--	19649	50102	#256 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Fashion Institute of Technology New York, NY Based in New York, Fashion Institute of Technology accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 14% of students at Fashion Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.5 % Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,102
257	Florida Atlantic University	5.5	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#257 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.5 % Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
258	Santa Monica College	5.5	43.84	--	5636	51847	#258 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.5 % Acceptance Rate 43.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,847
259	California State University-Northridge	5.6	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#259 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.6 % Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
260	Eastern Oregon University	5.6	98.31	930 – 1,150	17219	43034	#260 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Eastern Oregon University La Grande, OR Based in La Grande, Eastern Oregon University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Eastern Oregon University,......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.6 % Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $17,219 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,034
261	Fort Lewis College	5.6	93.23	1,060 – 1,260	16074	36352	#261 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Fort Lewis College Durango, CO Found in Durango, Fort Lewis College accepts 93% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 68% of students attending Fort Lewis College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.6 % Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $16,074 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,352
262	Mississippi State University	5.6	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#262 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.6 % Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
263	Northern New Mexico College	5.6	75.73	--	6102	34377	#263 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Northern New Mexico College Espanola, NM Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.6 % Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,102 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,377
264	Old Dominion University	5.6	90.36	1,120 – 1,290	16150	46732	#264 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA Found in Norfolk, Old Dominion University accepts 90% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.6 % Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,150 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,732
265	The University of Texas at Arlington	5.6	81.29	1,020 – 1,240	14956	60902	#265 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.6 % 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
266	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	5.6	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#266 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.6 % Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
267	University of South Carolina-Upstate	5.6	81.32	960 – 1,170	13794	43339	#267 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of South Carolina-Upstate Spartanburg, SC Located in Spartanburg, the University of South Carolina-Upstate accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $45 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 40% of students attending the University of South Carolina-Upstate currently receive grant aid from the school. 69% of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.6 % Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $13,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,339
268	University of Houston	5.7	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#268 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Houston Houston, TX Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.7 % 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
269	University of Mississippi	5.7	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#269 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.7 % Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
270	University of North Florida	5.7	53.24	1,050 – 1,250	10628	46546	#270 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of North Florida Jacksonville, FL Found in Jacksonville, the University of North Florida accepts 53% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 60% of students attending the University of North Florida will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.7 % Acceptance Rate 53.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $10,628 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
271	Missouri State University-Springfield	5.8	90.53	1,020 – 1,250	17104	40553	#271 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield, MO Found in Springfield, Missouri State University-Springfield’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Missouri State University-Springfield currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.8 % Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,104 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,553
272	Pennsylvania Western University	5.8	94.33	960 – 1,180	19579	38474	#272 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania Western University California, PA Based in California, Pennsylvania Western University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 83% of students attending Pennsylvania Western University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.8 % Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,474
273	SUNY at Purchase College	5.8	74.05	1,210 – 1,380	18651	31229	#273 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges SUNY at Purchase College Purchase, NY Found in Purchase, SUNY at Purchase College accepts 74% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.8 % Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $18,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,229
274	Texas Tech University	5.8	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#274 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.8 % 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
275	University of Michigan-Dearborn	5.8	55.61	1,000 – 1,260	12798	50389	#275 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI Located in Dearborn, the University of Michigan-Dearborn accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 82% of students continued their studies at the University of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.8 % Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $12,798 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,389
276	University of Missouri-St Louis	5.8	57.16	1,040 – 1,270	11577	47564	#276 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, the University of Missouri-St Louis’s acceptance rate is 57%. Undergraduates have to send in $35 to apply. About 99% of students attending the University of Missouri-St Louis will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.8 % Acceptance Rate 57.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $11,577 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,564
277	University of North Carolina Wilmington	5.8	64.24	1,200 – 1,340	18606	46972	#277 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington, NC Located in Wilmington, the University of North Carolina Wilmington accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $80 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 50% of students attending the University of North Carolina Wilmington currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.8 % Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,606 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,972
278	University of Wisconsin-Superior	5.8	77.95	970 – 1,180	13126	41868	#278 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Superior Superior, WI Found in Superior, the University of Wisconsin-Superior accepts 78% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 48% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Superior currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.8 % Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,868
279	California State University-Monterey Bay	5.9	97.34	900 – 1,210	15222	48648	#279 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside, CA Located in Seaside, California State University-Monterey Bay accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at California State University-Monterey Bay currently receive institutional......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.9 % Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
280	Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus	5.9	90.77	980 – 1,190	17665	42278	#280 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Indiana, PA Based in Indiana, Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.9 % Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,278
281	MiraCosta College	5.9	0	--	7972	59423	#281 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.9 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
282	University of Baltimore	5.9	85.55	940 – 1,070	17253	48197	#282 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Baltimore Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, the University of Baltimore’s acceptance rate is 86% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. About 77% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.9 % Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $17,253 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,197
283	Cascadia College	6	95.45	--	13863	44620	#283 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Cascadia College Bothell, WA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.0 % Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,863 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,620
284	Kennesaw State University	6	69.19	1,010 – 1,230	17566	47863	#284 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA Located in Kennesaw, Kennesaw State University’s acceptance rate is 69%. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 8% of students at Kennesaw State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.0 % Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,863
285	University of Alabama at Birmingham	6	88.42	1,120 – 1,380	17413	46572	#285 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.0 % Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
286	Western Oregon University	6	98.71	1,010 – 1,230	15249	42537	#286 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Western Oregon University Monmouth, OR Located in Monmouth, Western Oregon University’s acceptance rate is 99%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 88% of students at Western Oregon University will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $3,982 each. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.0 % Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,249 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,537
287	California State University-Chico	6.1	91.58	960 – 1,290	15187	50493	#287 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,920 on average. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.1 % Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
288	Chadron State College	6.1	0	--	13852	39139	#288 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Chadron State College Chadron, NE Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.1 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,139
289	Polk State College	6.1	88.32	--	9832	35602	#289 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Polk State College Winter Haven, FL Located in Winter Haven, Polk State College accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 7% of students attending Polk State College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.1 % Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,832 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,602
290	University of Kentucky	6.1	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#290 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.1 % Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
291	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	6.1	93.68	970 – 1,180	13670	47909	#291 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI The University of Wisconsin, Whitewater offers 88 programs and majors, but many choose to study Business/Commerce, General. During the last admission cycle, the school received 9,320 applications and accepted 8,700. 110 acres of the 400 acre-campus makes up the Nature Preserve with woodlands, prairie, and wetlands. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.1 % Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,670 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,909
292	Cleveland State University	6.2	91.3	880 – 1,130	16307	44625	#292 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH Found in Cleveland, Cleveland State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 76% of students attending Cleveland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.2 % Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $16,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,625
293	College of Charleston	6.2	60.03	1,170 – 1,340	20806	43821	#293 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges College of Charleston Charleston, SC Based in Charleston, the College of Charleston accepts 60% of applicants. They request $60 for undergraduate applications. About 65% of students attending the College of Charleston will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.2 % Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $20,806 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,821
294	Governors State University	6.2	48.27	760 – 760	10833	45435	#294 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Governors State University University Park, IL Based in University Park, Governors State University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 45% of students attending Governors State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.2 % Acceptance Rate 48.3% SAT Score 760 – 760 Avg. Net Price $10,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,435
295	Massachusetts College of Art and Design	6.2	76.27	990 – 1,180	24159	27090	#295 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Massachusetts College of Art and Design Boston, MA Found in Boston, Massachusetts College of Art and Design accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.2 % Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,090
296	Northern State University	6.2	93.17	970 – 1,180	16873	41536	#296 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Northern State University Aberdeen, SD Located in Aberdeen, Northern State University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 83% of students at Northern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.2 % Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,873 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,536
297	University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla	6.2	81.95	870 – 1,090	8317	18193	#297 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla Aguadilla, PR Found in Aguadilla, the University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $30 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 36% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.2 % Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $8,317 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $18,193
298	Bridgewater State University	6.3	89.19	1,040 – 1,230	16230	46673	#298 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Bridgewater State University Bridgewater, MA Found in Bridgewater, Bridgewater State University accepts 89% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 63% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $4,204 on average. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.3 % Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $16,230 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,673
299	CUNY Brooklyn College	6.3	58.36	1,030 – 1,190	4105	45035	#299 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY Found in Brooklyn, CUNY Brooklyn College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students at CUNY Brooklyn College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.3 % Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $4,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
300	California State University-San Bernardino	6.3	93.18	820 – 1,020	6645	43149	#300 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 57% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.3 % Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $6,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
301	Dakota State University	6.3	88.14	1,070 – 1,320	19115	46146	#301 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Dakota State University Madison, SD Based in Madison, Dakota State University accepts 88% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. About 79% of students at Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Dakota State University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 28% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.3 % Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,146
302	Emporia State University	6.3	97.71	970 – 1,180	15441	41389	#302 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Emporia State University Emporia, KS Based in Emporia, Emporia State University accepts 98% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending Emporia State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Emporia State University, there is a 76% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.3 % Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,441 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,389
303	Skyline College	6.3	99.03	--	4652	59213	#303 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Skyline College San Bruno, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.3 % Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,652 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
304	University of Hawaii at Hilo	6.3	60.07	880 – 1,130	12936	37204	#304 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and 27% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.3 % Acceptance Rate 60.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
305	Weber State University	6.3	100	970 – 1,180	11572	47061	#305 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Weber State University Ogden, UT Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.3 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,572 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,061
306	Western Michigan University	6.3	84.6	980 – 1,230	20183	45356	#306 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI There are 395 student athletes, known as Broncos, at Western Michigan University, a NCAA Division I-FBS school. They compete in the Mid-American Conference. WMU has an 81% first year retention rate and 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many undergraduates major in Finance, General. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.3 % Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,356
307	Black Hills State University	6.4	95.31	970 – 1,180	16474	38927	#307 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Black Hills State University Spearfish, SD Based in Spearfish, Black Hills State University’s acceptance rate is 95%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 58% of students at Black Hills State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,927
308	Farmingdale State College	6.4	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	8224	55901	#308 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
309	Kansas State University	6.4	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#309 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
310	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	6.4	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#310 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
311	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington	6.4	96.77	1,080 – 1,270	17561	55620	#311 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington Abington, PA Located in Abington, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington’s acceptance rate is 97% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 77% and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $17,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
312	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona	6.4	98.08	1,080 – 1,300	22506	55620	#312 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona Altoona, PA Based in Altoona, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona will receive institutional grant aid. The first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,506 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
313	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver	6.4	95.65	1,100 – 1,290	19329	55620	#313 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver Monaca, PA Found in Monaca, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $19,329 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
314	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks	6.4	98.67	1,090 – 1,280	22450	55620	#314 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks Reading, PA Found in Reading, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 76% of students continued studying at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
315	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine	6.4	98.11	1,090 – 1,320	21739	55620	#315 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine Media, PA Found in Media, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine’s acceptance rate is 98%. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $21,739 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
316	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois	6.4	97.12	990 – 1,210	18960	55620	#316 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois DuBois, PA Found in DuBois, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois accepts 97% of applicants. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,960 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
317	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College	6.4	96.83	1,130 – 1,320	20964	55620	#317 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College Erie, PA Found in Erie, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College’s acceptance rate is 97%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
318	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly	6.4	95.47	1,120 – 1,250	18780	55620	#318 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly Lemont Furnace, PA Located in Lemont Furnace, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Pennsylvania State......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,780 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
319	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny	6.4	96.47	1,080 – 1,280	14933	55620	#319 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny McKeesport, PA Found in McKeesport, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny accepts 96% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 86% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $6,388 each. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,933 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
320	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg	6.4	97.6	1,120 – 1,320	22406	55620	#320 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg Middletown, PA Located in Middletown, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg accepts 98% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. Approximately 53% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 97.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
321	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton	6.4	96.41	1,100 – 1,310	19920	55620	#321 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton Hazleton, PA Based in Hazleton, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton’s acceptance rate is 96%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate is 12%. Physical Therapy......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
322	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley	6.4	97.37	1,130 – 1,320	19070	55620	#322 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley Center Valley, PA Based in Center Valley, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley accepts 97% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,070 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
323	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto	6.4	98.21	980 – 1,290	20294	55620	#323 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto Mont Alto, PA Located in Mont Alto, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $65 to apply. About 81% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $20,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
324	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington	6.4	95.29	1,110 – 1,270	19294	55620	#324 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington New Kensington, PA Located in New Kensington, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington’s acceptance rate is 95%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 88% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington will receive grant aid from the school. The first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $19,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
325	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill	6.4	96.64	1,010 – 1,220	20317	55620	#325 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill Schuylkill Haven, PA Based in Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill accepts 97% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill currently receive grant aid from the school. At Pennsylvania State University-Penn......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,317 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
326	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton	6.4	98.56	1,100 – 1,270	18239	55620	#326 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton Dunmore, PA Found in Dunmore, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 77% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
327	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango	6.4	92.2	1,180 – 1,180	14895	55620	#327 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango Sharon, PA Based in Sharon, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango accepts 92% of applicants and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
328	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre	6.4	96.99	1,100 – 1,330	16275	55620	#328 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre Dallas, PA Found in Dallas, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre accepts 97% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $16,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
329	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York	6.4	97.41	1,060 – 1,250	19159	55620	#329 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York York, PA Based in York, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York accepts 97% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications. About 78% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
330	Pennsylvania State University-World Campus	6.4	100	1,020 – 1,260	21171	55620	#330 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-World Campus University Park, PA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $21,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
331	Salem State University	6.4	95.57	1,020 – 1,180	19324	48209	#331 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Salem State University Salem, MA Salem State University is a public university located just 30 minutes from Boston. Offering 73 degree programs, the most popular are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,324 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,209
332	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	6.4	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#332 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
333	University of California-Merced	6.4	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#333 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
334	University of West Alabama	6.4	87.11	860 – 1,080	14781	37106	#334 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of West Alabama Livingston, AL Found in Livingston, the University of West Alabama accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 64% of students at the University of West Alabama currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,781 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,106
335	Florida International University	6.5	54.66	1,080 – 1,270	10742	47768	#335 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Florida International University Miami, FL Located in Miami, Florida International University accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 68% of students at Florida International University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.5 % Acceptance Rate 54.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $10,742 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,768
336	Lander University	6.5	67.92	970 – 1,150	14657	36851	#336 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 64% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.5 % Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
337	Nicholls State University	6.5	96.02	940 – 1,130	11029	38829	#337 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Nicholls State University Thibodaux, LA Located in Thibodaux, Nicholls State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. Approximately 54% of students attending Nicholls State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.5 % Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,829
338	University of Louisiana at Lafayette	6.5	88.83	1,010 – 1,210	13443	42668	#338 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette, LA Found in Lafayette, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 59% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.5 % Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,668
339	Wright State University-Main Campus	6.5	96.33	930 – 1,190	15400	42229	#339 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Wright State University-Main Campus Dayton, OH Based in Dayton, Wright State University-Main Campus accepts 96% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 84% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Wright State University-Main Campus, there is a 68% first year retention rate and around 27% of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.5 % Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $15,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,229
340	California State University-Bakersfield	6.6	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#340 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.6 % Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
341	The University of Alabama	6.6	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#341 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.6 % Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
342	University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College	6.6	87.67	--	9388	48310	#342 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College Blue Ash, OH Located in Blue Ash, the University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 48% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.6 % Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
343	University of Cincinnati-Clermont College	6.6	87.67	--	8892	55193	#343 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Cincinnati-Clermont College Batavia, OH Found in Batavia, the University of Cincinnati-Clermont College accepts 88% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and . About 57% of students at the University of Cincinnati-Clermont College currently receive institutional grant aid. 55% of students decide to stay at the University of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.6 % Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,193
344	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	6.6	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#344 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.6 % Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
345	Athens State University	6.7	0	--	0	46266	#345 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Athens State University Athens, AL Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.7 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,266
346	Ball State University	6.7	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13017	44394	#346 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.7 % Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
347	CUNY City College	6.7	59.97	1,060 – 1,280	4599	46435	#347 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges CUNY City College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY City College accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.7 % Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $4,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
348	Coastal Carolina University	6.7	75.27	1,060 – 1,230	14453	38070	#348 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Coastal Carolina University Conway, SC Based in Conway, Coastal Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% of students attending Coastal Carolina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Coastal Carolina......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.7 % Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,070
349	San Francisco State University	6.7	96.15	930 – 1,140	13353	52650	#349 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges San Francisco State University San Francisco, CA Found in San Francisco, San Francisco State University accepts 96% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.7 % Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650
350	Southeastern Louisiana University	6.7	93.87	1,040 – 1,210	12007	37124	#350 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond, LA Found in Hammond, Southeastern Louisiana University accepts 94% of applicants and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. About 53% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.7 % Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
351	University of Central Arkansas	6.7	89.49	1,010 – 1,210	16362	36670	#351 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR Found in Conway, the University of Central Arkansas accepts 89% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.7 % Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,670
352	Northern Kentucky University	6.8	83.07	970 – 1,210	8151	42105	#352 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights, KY Located in Highland Heights, Northern Kentucky University’s acceptance rate is 83%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $8,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,105
353	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	6.8	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#353 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % 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
354	Tennessee Technological University	6.8	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#354 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
355	University of Idaho	6.8	75.53	1,000 – 1,240	14377	42602	#355 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Idaho Moscow, ID “A Legacy of Leading” is the motto of the University of Idaho. Founded in 1889, it was the only university in the state until 1963. The Vandals compete in Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,377 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,602
356	University of Massachusetts-Lowell	6.8	82.96	1,190 – 1,380	17624	61467	#356 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell, MA Located in Lowell, the University of Massachusetts-Lowell accepts 83% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 84% and its......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,624 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,467
357	University of Minnesota-Crookston	6.8	87.81	1,010 – 1,180	13442	51905	#357 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston, MN Based in Crookston, the University of Minnesota-Crookston’s acceptance rate is 88%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 87% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,905
358	University of Rhode Island	6.8	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	20964	57446	#358 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
359	University of South Carolina Beaufort	6.8	69.18	940 – 1,110	15781	39214	#359 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of South Carolina Beaufort Bluffton, SC Located in Bluffton, the University of South Carolina Beaufort’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 50% of students attending the University of South Carolina Beaufort currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 940 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,781 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,214
360	Utah Valley University	6.8	100	970 – 1,210	8650	46825	#360 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Utah Valley University Orem, UT Found in Orem, Utah Valley University’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Utah Valley University, there is a 69% first year retention rate and a 15% four year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $8,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,825
361	Weatherford College	6.8	54.05	--	8264	59213	#361 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Weatherford College Weatherford, TX Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 54.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
362	Clayton State University	6.9	70.56	890 – 1,070	9397	41633	#362 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Clayton State University Morrow, GA Located in Morrow, Clayton State University accepts 71% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 10% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.9 % Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $9,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,633
363	Francis Marion University	6.9	86.39	880 – 1,150	11231	36304	#363 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Francis Marion University Florence, SC Located in Florence, Francis Marion University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $41 to apply. Approximately 46% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 18% of students will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.9 % Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,304
364	Georgia State University	6.9	55.43	960 – 1,220	16390	37844	#364 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Georgia State University Atlanta, GA Based in Atlanta, Georgia State University’s acceptance rate is 55%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 10% of students attending Georgia State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 77% and around 34%......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.9 % Acceptance Rate 55.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $16,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,844
365	Louisiana State University-Shreveport	6.9	82.72	1,010 – 1,180	7554	38467	#365 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Louisiana State University-Shreveport Shreveport, LA Based in Shreveport, Louisiana State University-Shreveport accepts 83% of applicants and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 58% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.9 % Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $7,554 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,467
366	SUNY Buffalo State University	6.9	74.4	990 – 1,250	13735	40877	#366 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges SUNY Buffalo State University Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, SUNY Buffalo State University’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.9 % Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,877
367	University of Nevada-Las Vegas	6.9	84.59	980 – 1,220	11388	42865	#367 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Nevada-Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV Based in Las Vegas, the University of Nevada-Las Vegas accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.9 % Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,865
368	Western Carolina University	6.9	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#368 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.9 % Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
369	Ferris State University	7	91.51	900 – 1,130	13154	47339	#369 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI Located in Big Rapids, Ferris State University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 88% of students at Ferris State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.0 % Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $13,154 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,339
370	Southern University and A & M College	7	49.87	880 – 1,040	18937	33033	#370 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge, LA Located in Baton Rouge, Southern University and A & M College accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.0 % Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 880 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $18,937 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,033
371	University of Maryland Global Campus	7	76.33	--	14545	58051	#371 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi, MD Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.0 % Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,545 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,051
372	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	7.1	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	16401	52843	#372 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.1 % 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
373	Arizona State University Digital Immersion	7.1	64.11	860 – 1,020	0	52843	#373 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Arizona State University Digital Immersion Scottsdale, AZ Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.1 % Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
374	Central Connecticut State University	7.1	73.33	890 – 1,130	17207	49016	#374 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Central Connecticut State University New Britain, CT Central Connecticut State University is fairly selective, and alumni include professional athletes, actors, and politicians. Founded in 1849, it’s the oldest publicly-funded university in the state. Psychology, General, and Criminology are popular undergraduate areas of study. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.1 % Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $17,207 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,016
375	Central Washington University	7.1	90.61	950 – 1,170	15558	49398	#375 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Central Washington University Ellensburg, WA Located in Ellensburg, Central Washington University’s acceptance rate is 91% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students attending Central Washington University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.1 % Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,398
376	Renton Technical College	7.1	76.28	--	7621	45679	#376 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Renton Technical College Renton, WA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.1 % Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,679
377	Saginaw Valley State University	7.1	72.07	930 – 1,170	15144	43530	#377 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Saginaw Valley State University University Center, MI Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular undergraduate major at Saginaw Valley State University by far, but Social Work, Special Education and Teaching, General, and Public Health Education and Promotion are also commonly chosen programs....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.1 % Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,530
378	University of Montevallo	7.1	55.79	1,010 – 1,240	17280	35406	#378 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Montevallo Montevallo, AL Located in Montevallo, the University of Montevallo’s acceptance rate is 56% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.1 % Acceptance Rate 55.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,280 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,406
379	Adams State University	7.2	30.76	870 – 1,080	13800	38338	#379 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Adams State University Alamosa, CO Found in Alamosa, Adams State University accepts 31% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 76% of students attending Adams State University will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 56% and 20% of students will earn their degree in four years. Many......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.2 % Acceptance Rate 30.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $13,800 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,338
380	Empire State University	7.2	75.18	--	11065	50167	#380 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Empire State University Saratoga Springs, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.2 % Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,065 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,167
381	SUNY College at Potsdam	7.2	77.7	970 – 1,150	14574	39440	#381 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges SUNY College at Potsdam Potsdam, NY Found in Potsdam, SUNY College at Potsdam’s acceptance rate is 78%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 94% of students attending SUNY College at Potsdam currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.2 % Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,440
382	Tarleton State University	7.2	52.56	--	15363	46729	#382 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.2 % Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
383	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth	7.2	90.64	1,070 – 1,280	20696	51475	#383 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth North Dartmouth, MA Found in North Dartmouth, the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accepts 91% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 92% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.2 % Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,696 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,475
384	University of Michigan-Flint	7.2	70.47	970 – 1,240	12344	45453	#384 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Michigan-Flint Flint, MI Based in Flint, the University of Michigan-Flint accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.2 % Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,344 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,453
385	Murray State University	7.3	85.68	1,010 – 1,240	9738	38473	#385 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Murray State University Murray, KY Based in Murray, Murray State University’s acceptance rate is 86% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of students at Murray State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.3 % Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,473
386	University of New Orleans	7.3	66.77	1,040 – 1,210	11190	38410	#386 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of New Orleans New Orleans, LA Based in New Orleans, the University of New Orleans’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at the University of New Orleans currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 62%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.3 % Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,410
387	Bemidji State University	7.4	91.31	1,040 – 1,180	16349	47469	#387 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Bemidji State University Bemidji, MN Located in Bemidji, Bemidji State University accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.4 % Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,349 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,469
388	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	7.4	55.16	1,030 – 1,170	4141	50293	#388 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.4 % Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $4,141 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
389	Northern Illinois University	7.4	69.79	960 – 1,180	13533	46113	#389 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Northern Illinois University opened in 1895 as the Northern Illinois State School. The 756-acre campus is home to Altgeld Hall, which looks like a castle. Popular areas of study include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.4 % Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
390	Texas State University	7.4	89.08	990 – 1,210	15307	46716	#390 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.4 % 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
391	University of Central Missouri	7.4	63.8	930 – 1,180	15728	41593	#391 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Central Missouri Warrensburg, MO Based in Warrensburg, the University of Central Missouri’s acceptance rate is 64%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Central Missouri, there is a 73% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.4 % Acceptance Rate 63.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,593
392	University of North Carolina Asheville	7.4	91.94	1,160 – 1,350	14175	36947	#392 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of North Carolina Asheville Asheville, NC Found in Asheville, the University of North Carolina Asheville accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.4 % Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $14,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,947
393	CUNY Lehman College	7.5	46.01	960 – 1,080	4076	51067	#393 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges CUNY Lehman College Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, CUNY Lehman College accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.5 % Acceptance Rate 46.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $4,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,067
394	Purdue University Fort Wayne	7.5	83.89	990 – 1,240	12619	42873	#394 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Located in Fort Wayne, Purdue University Fort Wayne’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to pay $30 to apply. About 63% of students attending Purdue University Fort Wayne will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.5 % Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,619 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,873
395	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred	7.5	81.75	970 – 1,170	14877	45460	#395 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred, NY Located in Alfred, SUNY College of Technology at Alfred accepts 82% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 91% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Alfred currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At SUNY College of Technology at......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.5 % Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,877 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,460
396	Tacoma Community College	7.5	76.05	--	10648	38790	#396 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Tacoma Community College Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, Tacoma Community College’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 13% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Tacoma Community College, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 0% of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.5 % Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,790
397	The University of Texas at El Paso	7.5	99.9	880 – 1,100	10333	37978	#397 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.5 % 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
398	The University of Texas at Tyler	7.5	94.02	1,020 – 1,220	14043	49355	#398 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.5 % 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
399	William Paterson University of New Jersey	7.5	92.52	990 – 1,350	16999	44928	#399 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne, NJ Located in Wayne, William Paterson University of New Jersey accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 65% of students at William Paterson University of New Jersey currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.5 % Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 990 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,928
400	Fitchburg State University	7.6	86.93	1,070 – 1,230	15820	41999	#400 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Fitchburg State University Fitchburg, MA Located in Fitchburg, Fitchburg State University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 73% of students attending Fitchburg State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.6 % Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,820 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,999
401	Montana State University Billings	7.6	99.91	930 – 1,140	13252	39531	#401 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Montana State University Billings Billings, MT Based in Billings, Montana State University Billings accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 74% of students at Montana State University Billings currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.6 % Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,531
402	Southern Illinois University-Carbondale	7.6	86.88	920 – 1,190	16131	43087	#402 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale, IL Located in Carbondale, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s acceptance rate is 87% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 78% of students attending Southern Illinois University-Carbondale will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students continued studying at Southern Illinois......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.6 % Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $16,131 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,087
403	University of Massachusetts-Boston	7.6	82.96	1,090 – 1,300	17554	53521	#403 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Boston Boston, MA Found in Boston, the University of Massachusetts-Boston accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications. About 86% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.6 % Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $17,554 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,521
404	Indiana State University	7.7	80.77	1,040 – 1,240	13321	41047	#404 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Indiana State University Terre Haute, IN Located in Terre Haute, Indiana State University accepts 81% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 72% of students at Indiana State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.7 % Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,047
405	Indiana University-Indianapolis	7.7	76.37	1,050 – 1,240	11592	47173	#405 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN Based in Indianapolis, Indiana University-Indianapolis accepts 76% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 75% of students at Indiana University-Indianapolis will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.7 % Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $11,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,173
406	Jacksonville State University	7.7	77.69	940 – 1,200	14511	40158	#406 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Jacksonville State University Jacksonville, AL Found in Jacksonville, Jacksonville State University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Jacksonville State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Jacksonville State University, there is a 64% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.7 % Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,158
407	Rio Hondo College	7.7	80.92	--	13920	54803	#407 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.7 % Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,803
408	University of Alabama in Huntsville	7.7	68.57	1,130 – 1,370	19847	55610	#408 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Alabama in Huntsville Huntsville, AL Located in Huntsville, the University of Alabama in Huntsville’s acceptance rate is 69%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.7 % Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $19,847 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,610
409	Columbia Basin College	7.8	90.25	--	10348	38255	#409 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Columbia Basin College Pasco, WA Based in Pasco, Columbia Basin College’s acceptance rate is 90% and charges $28 for undergraduate applications. About 29% of students attending Columbia Basin College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.8 % Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,348 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,255
410	Everett Community College	7.8	91.77	--	13184	39316	#410 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Everett Community College Everett, WA Found in Everett, Everett Community College’s acceptance rate is 92%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 19% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Everett Community College, there is a 46% first year retention rate and around 0%......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.8 % Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,316
411	Northwest Missouri State University	7.8	86.13	970 – 1,180	15497	41695	#411 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, MO Found in Maryville, Northwest Missouri State University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of students at Northwest Missouri State University currently receive institutional grant......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.8 % Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,695
412	Pittsburg State University	7.8	87.27	930 – 1,180	19357	43793	#412 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, KS Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.8 % Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,357 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,793
413	University of Houston-Clear Lake	7.8	83.4	990 – 1,170	10488	52098	#413 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.8 % 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
414	University of North Texas	7.8	72.23	990 – 1,240	14675	46304	#414 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.8 % 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
415	University of Southern Indiana	7.8	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14066	42323	#415 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.8 % Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
416	University of Wisconsin-Parkside	7.8	97.51	950 – 1,220	8778	42154	#416 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Parkside Kenosha, WI Located in Kenosha, the University of Wisconsin-Parkside’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 35% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and around 18% of students will graduate in......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.8 % Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $8,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,154
417	Georgia Highlands College	7.9	11.1	830 – 1,010	6779	37516	#417 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Georgia Highlands College Rome, GA Found in Rome, Georgia Highlands College accepts 11% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 6% of students at Georgia Highlands College will receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia Highlands College, there is a 64% first year retention rate and 0% of students will graduate in four years......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.9 % Acceptance Rate 11.1% SAT Score 830 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $6,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,516
418	University of Missouri-Kansas City	7.9	72.18	1,060 – 1,330	14201	50298	#418 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, the University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.9 % Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,201 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,298
419	West Texas A & M University	7.9	58.63	960 – 1,160	17182	44399	#419 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.9 % 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
420	Georgia Southern University	8	87.89	990 – 1,140	16957	44423	#420 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Georgia Southern University Statesboro, GA Located in Statesboro, Georgia Southern University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 27% of students attending Georgia Southern University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.0 % Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,957 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,423
421	Lewis-Clark State College	8	94.07	900 – 1,120	12508	42133	#421 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Lewis-Clark State College Lewiston, ID Found in Lewiston, Lewis-Clark State College’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Lewis-Clark State College, there is a 61% first year retention rate and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.0 % Acceptance Rate 94.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,508 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,133
422	Valdosta State University	8	72.14	920 – 1,110	11532	39416	#422 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Valdosta State University Valdosta, GA Valdosta State University was originally an all women college when it opened in 1913. It became coeducational in 1950. Today, it’s a part of the University System of Georgia. 356 athletes compete as the Blazers, wearing red and black. VSU is a NCAA Division II with football school. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.0 % Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,532 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,416
423	Winthrop University	8	79.25	1,020 – 1,240	16838	39048	#423 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Winthrop University Rock Hill, SC Located in Rock Hill, Winthrop University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $300 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of students at Winthrop University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.0 % Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,048
424	Broward College	8.1	73.95	--	18934	33772	#424 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Broward College Fort Lauderdale, FL Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.1 % Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,934 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,772
425	Mississippi University for Women	8.1	100	970 – 1,180	12617	47458	#425 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Mississippi University for Women Columbus, MS Based in Columbus, Mississippi University for Women’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 72% of students at Mississippi University for Women will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.1 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,617 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,458
426	Peru State College	8.1	77.08	--	11855	39150	#426 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Peru State College Peru, NE Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.1 % Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,855 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,150
427	SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill	8.1	83.25	950 – 1,160	18122	37901	#427 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill Cobleskill, NY Located in Cobleskill, SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill accepts 83% of applicants. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.1 % Acceptance Rate 83.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $18,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,901
428	Louisiana State University-Alexandria	8.2	92.63	970 – 1,140	8081	37284	#428 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Louisiana State University-Alexandria Alexandria, LA Based in Alexandria, Louisiana State University-Alexandria accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and . About 59% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.2 % Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
429	Miami Dade College	8.2	0	--	5367	33107	#429 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Miami Dade College Miami, FL Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.2 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,107
430	Northern Arizona University	8.2	89.61	1,040 – 1,250	16544	47308	#430 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.2 % 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
431	Pierce College District	8.2	97.2	--	10851	39406	#431 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pierce College District Lakewood, WA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.2 % Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,851 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,406
432	University of Alaska Anchorage	8.2	59.58	990 – 1,200	13931	42313	#432 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Alaska Anchorage Anchorage, AK Located in Anchorage, the University of Alaska Anchorage’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 58% of students at the University of Alaska Anchorage will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.2 % Acceptance Rate 59.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $13,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,313
433	University of Louisville	8.2	79.41	1,020 – 1,280	18808	46571	#433 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Louisville Louisville, KY Found in Louisville, the University of Louisville accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Louisville, there is a 81% first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.2 % Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,571
434	University of West Georgia	8.2	51.61	950 – 1,130	14962	41000	#434 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of West Georgia Carrollton, GA Located in Carrollton, the University of West Georgia accepts 52% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 15% of students at the University of West Georgia currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.2 % Acceptance Rate 51.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,000
435	CUNY York College	8.3	64.1	870 – 1,050	5631	46148	#435 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges CUNY York College Jamaica, NY Found in Jamaica, CUNY York College accepts 64% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. About 60% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.3 % Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 870 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $5,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,148
436	Sam Houston State University	8.3	90.26	930 – 1,130	14556	45337	#436 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.3 % 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
437	The University of Montana	8.3	95.86	1,080 – 1,290	17775	35729	#437 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges The University of Montana Missoula, MT Located along the Clark Fork River, The University of Montana's Grizzlies and Lady Griz compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Alumni include Colin Meloy, J.K. Simmons, and Carroll O’Connor, as well as numerous professional athletes, scientists, and politicians. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.3 % Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,775 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,729
438	Pennsylvania College of Technology	8.4	74.23	1,040 – 1,220	24650	47995	#438 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania College of Technology Williamsport, PA Located in Williamsport, Pennsylvania College of Technology accepts 74% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 39% of students at Pennsylvania College of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.4 % Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,995
439	The University of Texas at San Antonio	8.4	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10831	46340	#439 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.4 % 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
440	University of Arkansas at Little Rock	8.4	57.74	1,010 – 1,220	11225	40040	#440 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of students attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.4 % Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,040
441	Delta State University	8.5	100	930 – 1,150	13457	36265	#441 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Delta State University Cleveland, MS Based in Cleveland, Delta State University’s acceptance rate is 100%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Delta State University, there is a 66% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.5 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $13,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,265
442	Middle Tennessee State University	8.5	68	1,010 – 1,240	12700	39941	#442 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN Located in Murfreesboro, Middle Tennessee State University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 50% of students at Middle Tennessee State University currently receive grant aid from......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.5 % Acceptance Rate 68.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,700 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,941
443	Quincy College	8.5	87.66	--	10859	58542	#443 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Quincy College Quincy, MA Located in Quincy, Quincy College accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 8% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.5 % Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,859 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
444	Tennessee State University	8.5	70.18	890 – 1,070	9231	34160	#444 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Tennessee State University Nashville, TN Found in Nashville, Tennessee State University accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 64% of students attending Tennessee State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 33%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.5 % Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $9,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,160
445	University of Houston-Downtown	8.5	89.96	890 – 1,080	14269	49120	#445 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.5 % 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
446	University of Louisiana at Monroe	8.5	74.56	1,050 – 1,230	11160	40430	#446 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe, LA Located in Monroe, the University of Louisiana at Monroe accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 86% of students attending the University of Louisiana at Monroe currently receive institutional......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.5 % Acceptance Rate 74.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $11,160 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,430
447	Potomac State College of West Virginia University	8.6	0	--	7685	45181	#447 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Potomac State College of West Virginia University Keyser, WV Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.6 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,685 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
448	Southern Oregon University	8.6	90.07	1,040 – 1,210	17433	39326	#448 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Southern Oregon University Ashland, OR Located in Ashland, Southern Oregon University’s acceptance rate is 90%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Southern Oregon University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.6 % Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,433 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,326
449	The University of Texas Permian Basin	8.6	93.07	910 – 1,130	10143	50020	#449 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.6 % 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
450	University of West Florida	8.6	56.87	1,020 – 1,220	8908	42204	#450 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of West Florida Pensacola, FL Found in Pensacola, the University of West Florida accepts 57% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of students at the University of West Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.6 % Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $8,908 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,204
451	West Virginia University	8.6	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#451 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.6 % Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
452	West Virginia University Institute of Technology	8.6	61	1,000 – 1,210	11015	45181	#452 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges West Virginia University Institute of Technology Beckley, WV Based in Beckley, West Virginia University Institute of Technology accepted 61% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 84% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 56%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.6 % Acceptance Rate 61.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,015 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
453	SUNY Old Westbury	8.7	83.52	1,010 – 1,210	10495	43671	#453 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges SUNY Old Westbury Old Westbury, NY Based in Old Westbury, SUNY Old Westbury’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 76% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.7 % Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,495 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,671
454	University of Puerto Rico-Carolina	8.7	52.46	830 – 1,050	14151	22317	#454 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Carolina Carolina, PR Located in Carolina, the University of Puerto Rico-Carolina’s acceptance rate is 52% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 74% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.7 % Acceptance Rate 52.5% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $14,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,317
455	University of Puerto Rico-Utuado	8.7	63.64	770 – 990	12148	21063	#455 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Utuado Utuado, PR Located in Utuado, the University of Puerto Rico-Utuado’s acceptance rate is 64%. They require $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 21% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.7 % Acceptance Rate 63.6% SAT Score 770 – 990 Avg. Net Price $12,148 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,063
456	California State University-Dominguez Hills	8.8	59.11	760 – 950	4438	46827	#456 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA Located in Carson, California State University-Dominguez Hills accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.8 % Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 760 – 950 Avg. Net Price $4,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
457	Lake-Sumter State College	8.8	97.42	--	6242	33193	#457 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Lake-Sumter State College Leesburg, FL Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.8 % Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,193
458	Montana State University-Northern	8.8	95.62	890 – 1,090	11789	45045	#458 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Montana State University-Northern Havre, MT Based in Havre, Montana State University-Northern accepts 96% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 45% of students attending Montana State University-Northern will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.8 % Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $11,789 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,045
459	University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon	8.8	27.52	1,120 – 1,300	7827	22382	#459 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon Bayamon, PR Found in Bayamon, the University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon accepted 28% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 86% of students at the University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.8 % Acceptance Rate 27.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $7,827 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,382
460	University of Southern Mississippi	8.8	99.12	1,040 – 1,340	14050	37710	#460 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, MS Based in Hattiesburg, the University of Southern Mississippi accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.8 % Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $14,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,710
461	Texas A&M International University	8.9	45.96	890 – 1,080	3833	37327	#461 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.9 % 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
462	Texas A&M University-Texarkana	8.9	80.14	940 – 1,190	13320	41785	#462 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.9 % 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
463	University of Alaska Fairbanks	8.9	62.12	1,030 – 1,270	9985	40746	#463 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, AK UAF, otherwise known as “Alaska,” is a flagship, land grant, space grant, and sea grant school. 71% of attending students receive institutional grant aid, $6,016 on average. Blue and gold are the official colors of UAF and the mascot is Nanook, a mighty polar bear of Inuit legend....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.9 % Acceptance Rate 62.1% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $9,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,746
464	Auburn University at Montgomery	9	91.57	980 – 1,190	15458	38216	#464 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Auburn University at Montgomery accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students at Auburn University at Montgomery currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.0 % Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $15,458 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,216
465	University of Central Oklahoma	9	81.76	1,010 – 1,180	18893	43074	#465 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.0 % 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
466	University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez	9	52.17	1,110 – 1,360	12857	32706	#466 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez Mayaguez, PR Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.0 % Acceptance Rate 52.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $12,857 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,706
467	Eastern Kentucky University	9.1	96.95	930 – 1,180	10852	38611	#467 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Eastern Kentucky University Richmond, KY Based in Richmond, Eastern Kentucky University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 86% of students at Eastern Kentucky University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.1 % Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $10,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,611
468	Gordon State College	9.1	86.78	850 – 1,050	8255	33163	#468 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Gordon State College Barnesville, GA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.1 % Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $8,255 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,163
469	Kean University	9.1	76.88	900 – 1,170	11593	46603	#469 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Kean University Union, NJ Located in Union, Kean University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 75% of students attending Kean University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.1 % Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $11,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,603
470	Miami University-Hamilton	9.1	100	--	12407	49773	#470 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Miami University-Hamilton Hamilton, OH Found in Hamilton, Miami University-Hamilton accepts 100% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $35 to apply. About 35% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Miami University-Hamilton, there is a 64% first year retention rate and around 7% of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.1 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,407 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
471	Miami University-Middletown	9.1	100	--	13457	49773	#471 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Miami University-Middletown Middletown, OH Located in Middletown, Miami University-Middletown accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $35 to apply. About 29% of students at Miami University-Middletown currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 69% and around......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.1 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
472	Miami University-Oxford	9.1	75.4	1,220 – 1,380	27928	49773	#472 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH Miami University, Oxford’s motto is “Prodesse Quam Conspici”, or “To accomplish without being conspicuous.” It’s one of the oldest public universities in the United States. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, most of Miami’s athletes, the RedHawks, compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.1 % Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
473	The University of Montana-Western	9.1	99.5	890 – 1,090	15726	37252	#473 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges The University of Montana-Western Dillon, MT Based in Dillon, The University of Montana-Western’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 44% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.1 % Acceptance Rate 99.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,726 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,252
474	Frostburg State University	9.2	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#474 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.2 % Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
475	Olympic College	9.2	88.21	--	11105	34510	#475 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Olympic College Bremerton, WA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.2 % Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,510
476	San Jacinto Community College	9.2	0	--	7674	59213	#476 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges San Jacinto Community College Pasadena, TX Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.2 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,674 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
477	Stephen F Austin State University	9.2	74.45	970 – 1,150	15498	43144	#477 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.2 % 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
478	University of Akron Main Campus	9.2	59.67	930 – 1,210	15292	42269	#478 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH Based in Akron, the University of Akron Main Campus accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students attending the University of Akron Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 22% of students will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.2 % Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
479	Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College	9.3	77.16	890 – 1,100	6923	35495	#479 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Tifton, GA Based in Tifton, Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.3 % Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $6,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,495
480	Chicago State University	9.3	40.52	790 – 980	9852	33805	#480 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Chicago State University Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, Chicago State University accepts 41% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 84% of students at Chicago State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.3 % Acceptance Rate 40.5% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $9,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,805
481	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	9.3	97.07	890 – 1,080	5274	39089	#481 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.3 % 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
482	Texas A&M University-Commerce	9.3	74.98	930 – 1,150	11902	43157	#482 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.3 % 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
483	Troy University	9.3	96.04	970 – 1,210	12504	39392	#483 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Troy University Troy, AL Found in Troy, Troy University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 59% of students at Troy University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and 30% of students will graduate in......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.3 % Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,392
484	University of Alaska Southeast	9.3	63.29	900 – 1,140	8488	38811	#484 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Alaska Southeast Juneau, AK The smallest in the trio of University of Alaska schools, Southeast is located in the state capital and is further divided into three campuses: Juneau, Sitka, and Ketchikan. Its mascot is Spike the Humpback Whale. UAS offers up to Post-master's certificate, but most are currently undergraduates. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.3 % Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,811
485	Boise State University	9.4	87.21	920 – 1,130	19037	45251	#485 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Boise State University Boise, ID Located on the Boise River, Boise State University also offers dozens of programs online. Many choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Social Work. A non selective school, it received 16,100 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 14,000. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.4 % Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,251
486	College of Staten Island CUNY	9.4	92.34	910 – 1,100	6355	36931	#486 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges College of Staten Island CUNY Staten Island, NY Located in Staten Island, the College of Staten Island CUNY accepts 92% of applicants and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 58% of students attending the College of Staten Island CUNY currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.4 % Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $6,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,931
487	SUNY College of Technology at Delhi	9.4	88.41	940 – 1,120	16923	42826	#487 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges SUNY College of Technology at Delhi Delhi, NY Found in Delhi, SUNY College of Technology at Delhi’s acceptance rate is 88%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Delhi currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.4 % Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,826
488	Snow College	9.4	0	--	7258	34587	#488 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Snow College Ephraim, UT Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.4 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,587
489	Austin Peay State University	9.5	96.38	--	14679	38779	#489 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Austin Peay State University Clarksville, TN Found in Clarksville, Austin Peay State University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.5 % Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,779
490	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	9.5	92.26	970 – 1,180	13156	39485	#490 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches, LA Found in Natchitoches, Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 92% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.5 % Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,485
491	University of Virginia's College at Wise	9.5	93.92	950 – 1,180	10409	39725	#491 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges University of Virginia's College at Wise Wise, VA Found in Wise, the University of Virginia's College at Wise accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 93% of students attending the University of Virginia's College at Wise will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.5 % Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $10,409 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,725
492	Whatcom Community College	9.5	91.31	--	11629	38429	#492 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Whatcom Community College Bellingham, WA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.5 % Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,429
493	Colorado Mountain College	9.6	75.38	--	6071	36307	#493 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Colorado Mountain College Glenwood Springs, CO Based in Glenwood Springs, Colorado Mountain College’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 35% of students at Colorado Mountain College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.6 % Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,307
494	Shepherd University	9.6	95.65	960 – 1,190	12651	43726	#494 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Shepherd University Shepherdstown, WV Located in Shepherdstown, Shepherd University accepts 96% of applicants and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 86% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.6 % Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $12,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,726
495	Eastern Michigan University	9.7	79.64	930 – 1,180	17388	43148	#495 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.7 % Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
496	Fayetteville State University	9.7	79.89	810 – 1,020	7298	37831	#496 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.7 % Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $7,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
497	Saint Johns River State College	9.7	0	--	7262	35537	#497 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Saint Johns River State College Palatka, FL Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.7 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,262 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,537
498	Southeast Missouri State University	9.7	68.97	970 – 1,190	14843	38150	#498 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.7 % Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
499	Bowling Green State University-Firelands	9.8	61.16	930 – 1,110	16169	41281	#499 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Bowling Green State University-Firelands Huron, OH Based in Huron, Bowling Green State University-Firelands’s acceptance rate is 61%. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 8% of students at Bowling Green State University-Firelands will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.8 % Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $16,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
500	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	9.8	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	20987	41281	#500 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Public Colleges Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.8 % Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281