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Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA)

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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	0	--	0	110661	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Brooklyn, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.2 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $110,661
2	Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences	0.3	52.69	1,120 – 1,390	30232	112685	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Albany, NY Found in Albany, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.3 % Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $30,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $112,685
3	Plaza College	0.3	30	--	19860	32282	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Plaza College Forest Hills, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.3 % Acceptance Rate 30.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,282
4	Upstate Medical University	0.3	0	--	0	83990	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Upstate Medical University Syracuse, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.3 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,990
5	Thomas Jefferson University	0.4	80.97	1,170 – 1,340	29325	64335	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, PA In 2017, Thomas Jefferson University merged with nearby Philadelphia University. Today, the school has more than 160 undergraduate and graduate programs available to its students, who are known as the Rams....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.4 % Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $29,325 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,335
6	Georgetown University	0.5	12.91	1,400 – 1,550	39083	83222	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Georgetown University Washington, DC A private Jesuit research university, Georgetown University was founded as the Georgetown College in 1789 by Bishop John Carroll. It’s the oldest Catholic institution of higher education in the country and offers over 50 majors. Past graduates include Bill Clinton, Lyndon B....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.5 % Acceptance Rate 12.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $39,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,222
7	Bucknell University	0.9	28.93	1,330 – 1,470	39003	78852	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bucknell University Lewisburg, PA Bucknell University was founded in 1846 and has a proud tradition of fostering diversity and inclusion. Most students are undergraduates and they enjoy a cozy 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, Bucknell has 743 athletes competing in several sports, such as Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.9 % Acceptance Rate 28.9% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $39,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,852
8	Carnegie Mellon University	0.9	11.66	1,500 – 1,570	35552	105360	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA Some popular majors at Carnegie Mellon University include Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Computer Science. A merger in 1900 between Carnegie Institute of Technology and the Mellon Institute of Industrial Research created the school we know today....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.9 % Acceptance Rate 11.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $35,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,360
9	Lafayette College	0.9	31.45	1,370 – 1,490	38442	80614	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Lafayette College Easton, PA A Hidden Ivy, Lafayette College is named after General Lafayette, a hero of the American Revolution. It’s located on the Delaware River, but it also has a satellite campus in New York City. The college is extremely selective, and 86% graduate in four years. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.9 % Acceptance Rate 31.5% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $38,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,614
10	Lehigh University	0.9	25.93	1,380 – 1,500	34154	88810	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Lehigh University Bethlehem, PA Lehigh University’s motto is “Homo minister et interpres naturae,” which is Latin for “Man, the servant and interpreter of nature.” Known as the Mountain Hawks, student athletes wearing brown and white often compete in Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse. Clutch the Mountain Hawk is their mascot. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.9 % Acceptance Rate 25.9% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $34,154 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,810
11	University of Pennsylvania	0.9	5.4	1,510 – 1,580	23570	90555	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 99% first year retention rate, and 88% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.9 % Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $23,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
12	George Washington University	1	47.09	1,370 – 1,500	46485	71607	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) George Washington University Washington, DC George Washington University was chartered by the United States Congress in 1821. George Washington personally advocated for a national university in the capital until his death. Alumni include J. Edgar Hoover, Belva Ann Lockwood, J. William Fulbright, and several foreign leaders....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 47.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $46,485 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,607
13	Juniata College	1	78.91	1,130 – 1,330	24580	48571	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Juniata College Huntingdon, PA Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular major at Juniata College, but many students design their own programs. The school sits on 800 acres and boasts an 11 to 1 student to faculty ratio. Juniata also has an extensive study abroad program and it’s motto is “Veritas Liberat,” or “Truth Sets Free.” Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,571
14	Union College	1	43.92	1,320 – 1,480	42137	63219	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 90%, and 80% will graduate within four years. 85% graduate in six. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 43.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,137 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
15	University of Maryland- Baltimore	1.1	0	--	0	82754	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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
16	Cornell University	1.2	8.76	1,490 – 1,570	26361	87830	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 96% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.2 % Acceptance Rate 8.8% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
17	Beth Medrash Govoha	1.3	0	--	0	51059	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Beth Medrash Govoha Lakewood, NJ Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.3 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,059
18	Lebanon Valley College	1.4	83.77	1,140 – 1,310	27995	54021	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Lebanon Valley College Annville, PA 100% of students attending Lebanon Valley College receive institutional grants averaging $34,994, and 83% will stay on after they complete their first year. Many opt to study Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Business Administration and Management, General, and Physical Therapy/Therapist....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,021
19	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	1.4	63.47	1,380 – 1,510	38887	83054	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $38,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
20	The College of New Jersey	1.4	62.29	1,150 – 1,350	25580	62649	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 62.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,649
21	Ursinus College	1.4	91.77	1,220 – 1,390	32158	54542	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Ursinus College Collegeville, PA 100% of students at Ursinus College receive grant aid, around $44,754 per student. The school sits on a 170-acre campus and has several programs that promote STEM, including the Supporting Inclusive Excellence Program and Science in Motion....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $32,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,542
22	Colgate University	1.5	13.88	1,450 – 1,530	28736	64949	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Colgate University Hamilton, NY Colgate University is known as a “Hidden Ivy” and a “Little Ivy.” It regularly makes lists naming it one of the most beautiful campuses in the United States. Most Colgate students study as undergraduates, but the school also offers master’s degrees in Teaching and Religious Studies. Maroon and white are the official colors. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 13.9% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $28,736 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,949
23	Duquesne University	1.5	83.56	1,190 – 1,360	37917	62627	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA Located in Pittsburgh, Duquesne University’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Duquesne University currently receive grant aid from the school. 84% of students continued studying at Duquesne University after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $37,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,627
24	Jewish Theological Seminary of America	1.5	48.61	1,440 – 1,580	58152	53468	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Jewish Theological Seminary of America New York, NY The Jewish Theological Seminary of America's main building is located along the Hudson River. Though many alumni have gone onto careers in theology, several others have also had notable careers in music, academia, and politics. JTS has a 96% first year retention rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 48.6% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $58,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
25	Princeton University	1.5	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	15313	87815	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $15,313 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
26	St Lawrence University	1.5	54.34	1,290 – 1,430	33216	55037	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St Lawrence University Canton, NY Found in Canton, St Lawrence University accepts 54% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 54.3% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $33,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,037
27	The Juilliard School	1.5	9.15	--	45099	22129	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) The Juilliard School New York, NY The Juilliard School is a performing arts conservatory. Students learn dance, drama, and music, with Stringed Instruments being the most popular major. Some famous alumni are Robin Williams, Ving Rhames, Val Kilmer, and Viola Davis. The institution is extremely selective, and it has a 63% yield. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $45,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,129
28	Washington & Jefferson College	1.5	80.64	1,010 – 1,270	22702	52082	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Washington & Jefferson College Washington, PA Washington & Jefferson College came about in 1865 when Washington College and Jefferson College, both founded in the early 1800s, merged. The 60-acre campus is home to McMillan Hall, which was built in 1793, and the school was featured in the Netflix show, “Mindhunter.” 74% of students graduate within six years. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,702 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,082
29	Gettysburg College	1.6	38.9	1,290 – 1,460	32769	57274	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Gettysburg College Gettysburg, PA Located in Gettysburg, Gettysburg College accepts 39% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students attending Gettysburg College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.6 % Acceptance Rate 38.9% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $32,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,274
30	Houghton University	1.6	88.66	1,180 – 1,380	21274	36376	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Houghton University Houghton, NY Located in Houghton, Houghton University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at Houghton University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.6 % Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $21,274 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,376
31	Mount Sinai Phillips School of Nursing	1.6	66.67	--	0	99344	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Mount Sinai Phillips School of Nursing New York, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.6 % Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,344
32	Siena College	1.6	69.02	1,140 – 1,380	32955	56526	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Siena College Loudonville, NY Located in Loudonville, Siena College accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 96% of students attending Siena College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Siena College, there is a 83% first year retention rate and around 73% of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.6 % Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $32,955 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,526
33	Villanova University	1.6	26.98	1,410 – 1,510	37201	84905	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Villanova University Villanova, PA Villanova University is the oldest Catholic university in Pennsylvania and the only Augustinian university in the country. The school has deep religious roots, and the administration is led by priests. Their motto is “Veritas, Unitas, Caritas” or “Truth, Unity, Charity.” Two famous alumni include Jill Biden and Howie Long. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.6 % Acceptance Rate 27.0% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $37,201 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,905
34	Allegheny College	1.7	54.57	1,190 – 1,370	26420	45603	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Allegheny College Meadville, PA Found in Meadville, Allegheny College accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Allegheny College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 54.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $26,420 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,603
35	Dickinson College	1.7	42.09	1,330 – 1,460	38483	57110	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 42% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 96% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 42.1% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $38,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
36	Hobart William Smith Colleges	1.7	63.99	1,220 – 1,400	34170	62416	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Hobart William Smith Colleges Geneva, NY Located in Geneva, Hobart William Smith Colleges accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Hobart William Smith Colleges, there is a 86% first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $34,170 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,416
37	Ithaca College	1.7	69.01	1,240 – 1,390	35253	46305	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Ithaca College Ithaca, NY Based in Ithaca, Ithaca College’s acceptance rate is 69%. They request $60 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Ithaca College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $35,253 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,305
38	Johns Hopkins University	1.7	6.44	1,520 – 1,580	26017	86306	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD Johns Hopkins University was founded in 1876 and named for its first benefactor. The first research university in the country, its motto in Latin is “veritas vos liberabit,” or “the truth will set you free.” The Blue Jays men’s lacrosse team plays in the Big Ten Conference as an affiliate member and has over 40 national titles....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 6.4% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,306
39	Marist University	1.7	56.51	1,200 – 1,360	42508	62546	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Marist University Poughkeepsie, NY Located in Poughkeepsie, Marist University accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending Marist University will receive grant aid from the school. At Marist University, there is a 86% first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 56.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $42,508 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,546
40	SUNY College at Geneseo	1.7	66.45	1,200 – 1,360	19115	51097	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 95% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $19,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
41	Chatham University	1.8	61.96	1,080 – 1,320	31280	48709	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Chatham University Pittsburgh, PA Chatham University is a private liberal arts college initially founded in 1869 as a college to empower women. Today, the campus is made up of 63% women and 36% men. Top majors among students include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Counseling Psychology, and Occupational Therapy/Therapist. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.8 % Acceptance Rate 62.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $31,280 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,709
42	DeSales University	1.8	77.09	1,100 – 1,270	31732	52721	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) DeSales University Center Valley, PA A Catholic liberal arts school, DeSales University offers 57 degree programs—Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse being the most sought after. The school has a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 83% first year retention rate, and 61% 4-year graduation rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.8 % Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,732 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,721
43	The Catholic University of America	1.8	82.78	1,040 – 1,240	32705	63217	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) The Catholic University of America Washington, DC Located in Washington, The Catholic University of America’s acceptance rate is 83%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of students attending The Catholic University of America currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.8 % Acceptance Rate 82.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $32,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,217
44	Bryn Mawr College	1.9	29.43	1,300 – 1,500	33221	53102	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bryn Mawr College Bryn Mawr, PA Bryn Mawr College is an extremely selective school. Part of the Seven Sisters College Consortium, it has a 92% first year retention rate and an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Veritatem Dilexi,” which is Latin for “I Delight in the Truth.” Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 29.4% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $33,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,102
45	Columbia University in the City of New York	1.9	3.99	1,510 – 1,570	22520	88535	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 4.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $22,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
46	Franklin and Marshall College	1.9	28.19	1,330 – 1,470	43987	62544	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Franklin and Marshall College accepts 28% of applicants. They request $62 for undergraduate applications and . About 80% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 28.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $43,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,544
47	Messiah University	1.9	78.97	1,130 – 1,360	29408	50192	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Messiah University Mechanicsburg, PA Messiah University has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% first year retention rate. Originally known as the Messiah Bible School and Missionary Training House in 1909, the school became a college in 1951 and a university in 2020. Incoming students have to sign a Community Covenant. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 79.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $29,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,192
48	St. Mary's College of Maryland	1.9	68.63	1,160 – 1,350	21071	52286	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 $21,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,286
49	Yeshiva University	1.9	55.62	1,340 – 1,490	39681	60252	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshiva University New York, NY Yeshiva University has four undergraduate schools: Yeshiva College, Stern College for Women, Katz School of Science and Health, and Syms School of Business. The main campus is in Manhattan, but campuses, buildings, and facilities can also be found throughout other New York City boroughs and in Israel. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $39,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,252
50	Barnard College	2	8.84	1,460 – 1,550	26407	60411	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Barnard College New York, NY Barnard College is a private women’s liberal arts college located on the banks of the Hudson River. It was founded in response to Columbia University not admitting women. Today, it’s part of the Seven Sisters, an association of women’s liberal arts colleges. Their motto is "Following the Way of Reason” in Greek. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 8.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $26,407 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,411
51	Clarkson University	2	77.36	1,210 – 1,400	32406	76970	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Clarkson University Potsdam, NY Found in Potsdam, Clarkson University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Clarkson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $32,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,970
52	Loyola University Maryland	2	75.49	1,220 – 1,390	32846	64453	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Loyola University Maryland Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, Loyola University Maryland accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $32,846 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,453
53	Muhlenberg College	2	71.99	1,280 – 1,430	34739	53265	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Muhlenberg College Allentown, PA In addition to an 82-acre campus, Muhlenberg College also maintains nearby 60-acre Graver Arboretum and 40-acre Raker Wildlife Preserve. Most of their programs focus on liberal arts and pre-professional education – English Language and Literature, General is a popular area of study....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $34,739 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,265
54	Seton Hall University	2	73.26	1,230 – 1,400	33896	60291	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Seton Hall University South Orange, NJ Based in South Orange, Seton Hall University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,896 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,291
55	New York University	2.1	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30325	64543	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.1 % Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,325 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
56	Nazareth University	2.2	74.72	1,090 – 1,340	30785	47717	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 95% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
57	State University of New York at Cortland	2.2	59.79	1,100 – 1,250	19847	46535	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 50% 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 $19,847 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,535
58	University of Maryland-College Park	2.2	44.79	1,410 – 1,540	16581	67785	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 1,410 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
59	University of Rochester	2.2	40.08	1,410 – 1,530	40462	68333	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Rochester Rochester, NY The University of Rochester was founded in 1850 and is tucked in the bends of the Genesee River. Alumni and faculty have won Nobel Prizes, Grammy Awards, Pulitzer Prizes, and more. The school has an 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 91% first year retention rate, and 89% six year graduation rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 40.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $40,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,333
60	Washington College	2.2	56.89	1,160 – 1,400	29830	48763	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Washington College Chestertown, MD The Washington College dates back to 1723 when it began as the Kent County Free School, making it the 10th oldest college in the United States. It was also the first college chartered after the American Revolution, and George Washington was heavily involved in the founding. The school received its current name in 1782. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $29,830 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,763
61	Drew University	2.3	67.83	1,110 – 1,350	28425	47562	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Drew University Madison, NJ Based in Madison, Drew University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending Drew University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 88% of students continued their studies......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.3 % Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,562
62	Georgian Court University	2.3	78.84	1,050 – 1,260	20457	44627	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Georgian Court University Lakewood, NJ Based in Lakewood, Georgian Court University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.3 % Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $20,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,627
63	New York School of Interior Design	2.3	62.89	1,050 – 1,280	46633	49907	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) New York School of Interior Design New York, NY Based in New York, New York School of Interior Design accepts 63% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 10% of students attending New York School of Interior Design currently receive grant aid from the school. At New York School of Interior Design, there is a 100% first year retention rate and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.3 % Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $46,633 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,907
64	Elizabethtown College	2.4	77.87	1,110 – 1,320	27760	54833	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Elizabethtown College Elizabethtown, PA Although Elizabethtown College has “College” in its name, it grants up to Doctor's degrees. With 19 academic departments and 62 areas of study to choose from, in-demand programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Occupational Therapy/Therapist, and Behavioral Sciences....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $27,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,833
65	Skidmore College	2.4	21.05	1,360 – 1,480	31187	46923	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Skidmore College Saratoga Springs, NY Skidmore College is an extremely school – it received 11,900 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted just 2,500 of them. Skidmore offers up to Bachelor's degrees, with many students majoring in Business/Commerce, General. It also has a 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 21.1% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $31,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,923
66	The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art	2.4	20.71	1,300 – 1,510	26283	39707	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art New York, NY The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, also known as Cooper Union, is a private engineering and technology school. Offering only a few majors including Fine/Studio Arts, Engineering Studies, and Architecture, the school also boasts a high first year retention rate of 92% and has a 8 to 1 student to faculty......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 20.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $26,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,707
67	Haverford College	2.5	12.37	1,460 – 1,550	26535	53353	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Haverford College Haverford, PA Haverford College is a liberal arts school founded in 1833 by the Religious Society of Friends, also known as Quakers. It’s part of the Tri-College Consortium, so students can attend classes at nearby schools: Bryn Mawr and Swarthmore....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.5 % Acceptance Rate 12.4% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $26,535 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,353
68	La Salle University	2.5	96.59	1,050 – 1,270	18069	53701	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) La Salle University Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, La Salle University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 98% of students at La Salle University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.5 % Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,701
69	Bloomfield College of Montclair State University	2.6	69.74	780 – 950	27410	47944	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bloomfield College of Montclair State University Bloomfield, NJ Based in Bloomfield, Bloomfield College of Montclair State University’s acceptance rate is 70%. Undergraduates have to send in $65 to apply. Approximately 46% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score 780 – 950 Avg. Net Price $27,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
70	Manhattan School of Music	2.6	40.78	--	51767	18815	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Manhattan School of Music New York, NY Found in New York, Manhattan School of Music’s acceptance rate is 41% and requires $125 for undergraduate applications and $125 for graduate applications. About 87% of students attending Manhattan School of Music currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 40.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $51,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $18,815
71	McDaniel College	2.6	77.93	1,060 – 1,250	24497	47879	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) McDaniel College Westminster, MD McDaniel College, originally founded in 1867 as Western Maryland College, is a private liberal arts school. 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $40,721 on average. With a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 58 will graduate in 4 years....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,879
72	Montclair State University	2.6	87.89	910 – 1,210	17669	47944	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 59% 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 $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
73	Sarah Lawrence College	2.6	61.73	1,270 – 1,430	43629	57703	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Sarah Lawrence College Bronxville, NY Found in Bronxville, Sarah Lawrence College accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students attending Sarah Lawrence College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $43,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,703
74	Westminster College	2.6	92.56	1,040 – 1,260	20394	43938	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Westminster College New Wilmington, PA 100% of students attending Westminster College receive grant aid, averaging $32,553 each. Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, the school has an 81% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 62% six year graduation rate. 505 athletes, known as the Titans, wear navy blue and white. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $20,394 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,938
75	Drexel University	2.7	79.44	1,250 – 1,440	42801	69063	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Drexel University Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Drexel University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 90% and its four year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $42,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,063
76	Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School	2.7	55.89	1,070 – 1,280	25940	36747	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School accepted 56% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,747
77	Maryland Institute College of Art	2.7	76.79	1,120 – 1,350	47834	33451	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Maryland Institute College of Art Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, Maryland Institute College of Art’s acceptance rate is 77%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Maryland Institute College of Art currently receive grant aid from the school. At Maryland Institute College of Art, there is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $47,834 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,451
78	St. John Fisher University	2.7	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	30540	61198	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $30,540 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
79	Wagner College	2.7	88	1,180 – 1,300	28033	63439	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Wagner College Staten Island, NY Wagner College’s 105-acre campus overlooks the New York Harbor, Downtown Brooklyn, Lower Manhattan, and the Verrazzano Bridge. Affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, the school opened in 1883. It's a member of the NCAA Division I-FCS, and the Seahawks participate in the Northeast Conference. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,439
80	American University	2.8	61.96	1,300 – 1,460	39676	61328	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) American University Washington, DC Found in Washington, American University accepts 62% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 66% of students at American University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 88%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 62.0% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,676 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,328
81	Binghamton University	2.8	38.61	1,350 – 1,490	18877	61621	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $18,877 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
82	Russell Sage College	2.8	53.26	900 – 1,120	21046	51139	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 62% four......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $21,046 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
83	Saint Vincent College	2.8	61.73	1,030 – 1,240	23758	47267	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Saint Vincent College Latrobe, PA Saint Vincent College was established in 1846, making it the first Benedictine monastery in the country. The Bearcats are part of the Presidents' Athletic Conference, competing in Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse, among others....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,758 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,267
84	Thomas Edison State University	2.8	0	--	0	65570	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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
85	Curtis Institute of Music	2.9	4.58	--	23686	31201	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Curtis Institute of Music Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Curtis Institute of Music accepts 5% of applicants and requires $150 for undergraduate applications and $150 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Curtis Institute of Music will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,686 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,201
86	Moravian University	2.9	54.17	1,080 – 1,290	31743	53471	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $31,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
87	University of Pittsburgh-Bradford	2.9	88.54	1,020 – 1,210	15830	54240	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 95% 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 88.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,830 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
88	University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg	2.9	95.21	1,050 – 1,260	18365	54240	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 $18,365 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
89	University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown	2.9	94.84	990 – 1,230	18452	54240	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 98% 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 $18,452 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
90	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	2.9	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	25223	54240	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 $25,223 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
91	Stevens Institute of Technology	3	47.58	1,390 – 1,510	46165	90326	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Stevens Institute of Technology Hoboken, NJ Located right on the Hudson River a few minutes from New York City, Stevens Institute of Technology has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and about 65% of students will graduate in 4 years....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $46,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,326
92	York College of Pennsylvania	3.1	73.74	1,030 – 1,280	20096	50940	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) York College of Pennsylvania York, PA Based in York, York College of Pennsylvania accepts 74% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at York College of Pennsylvania will receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued studying at York College of Pennsylvania after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.1 % Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,096 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,940
93	Arcadia University	3.2	80.22	1,070 – 1,270	30037	44004	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Arcadia University Glenside, PA Found in Glenside, Arcadia University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $30,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,004
94	Bard College	3.2	52.12	1,290 – 1,450	29320	31072	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson, NY Located in Annandale-On-Hudson, Bard College’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 74% of students attending Bard College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $29,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,072
95	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania	3.2	92.05	1,010 – 1,180	18610	44290	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,290
96	Helene Fuld College of Nursing	3.2	16.95	--	43023	101039	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Helene Fuld College of Nursing New York, NY Based in New York, Helene Fuld College of Nursing accepted 17% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Helene Fuld College of Nursing will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 17.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $43,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $101,039
97	Mount St. Mary's University	3.2	73.81	1,050 – 1,280	23027	48915	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Mount St. Mary's University Emmitsburg, MD Found in Emmitsburg, Mount St- Mary's University accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Mount St- Mary's University will receive institutional grant aid. At Mount St- Mary's University, there is a 71%......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,027 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,915
98	Rochester Institute of Technology	3.2	66.93	1,310 – 1,460	39534	65457	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,534 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
99	SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry	3.2	63.28	1,150 – 1,330	19814	48327	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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, Environmental Science, and Environmental Studies. Located next to Syracuse University, it also has research and education facilities in Adirondack Park, central New York, the Thousand Islands, and Costa Rica. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,327
100	SUNY Polytechnic Institute	3.2	81.35	1,040 – 1,370	14782	58662	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY Polytechnic Institute Utica, NY Found in Utica, SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% 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 81.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $14,782 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,662
101	Saint Francis University	3.2	76.82	1,060 – 1,240	28326	56920	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Saint Francis University Loretto, PA Founded in 1847, Saint Francis University is affiliated with the Catholic Church. The 600-acre campus is home to a museum of art, The Institute for Contemporary Franciscan Life, and a 9-hole golf course. SFU is a NCAA Division I-FCS member and the Red Flash compete in the Northeast Conference. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $28,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,920
102	Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster	3.2	41.21	1,050 – 1,220	38730	66438	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster Lancaster, PA Based in Lancaster, Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster’s acceptance rate is 41% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 5% of students at Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 81% and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 41.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $38,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,438
103	Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia	3.2	88.83	1,190 – 1,360	31205	66438	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA Found in Philadelphia, Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia accepts 89% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $31,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,438
104	Syracuse University	3.2	45.92	1,290 – 1,440	48215	60459	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Syracuse University Syracuse, NY Based in Syracuse, Syracuse University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requires $85 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Syracuse University, there is a 90% first year retention rate and around 75% of undergraduates will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,459
105	Adelphi University	3.3	65.91	1,130 – 1,350	31303	63688	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.3 % Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $31,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
106	Hamilton College	3.3	13.62	1,460 – 1,550	28719	60082	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Hamilton College Clinton, NY With nearly 60 areas of study, a majority of Hamilton College students opt to major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. Their motto is in Ancient Greek: Γνῶθι Σεαυτόν, which translates to “Know Thyself.” The school has been coeducational since 1978 after merging with its sister school, Kirkland College. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.3 % Acceptance Rate 13.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $28,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,082
107	Fordham University	3.4	59.31	1,340 – 1,480	48190	68008	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Fordham University Bronx, NY Fordham University students can attend classes across three campuses - the Lincoln Center, Rose Hill campus, and the professional campus in Westchester. The school attracts students from all over the country and offers distance learning. 83% will graduate in six years. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $48,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,008
108	Waynesburg University	3.4	89.82	950 – 1,240	18667	48994	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Waynesburg University Waynesburg, PA 100% of Waynesburg University’s students receive grant aid, averaging $24,971 each. Many undergraduates major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. The campus is home to four parks, totalling 15 acres. Statue Park is dedicated to Civil War casualties. Waynesburg is non selective. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 950 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,994
109	Alfred University	3.5	73.84	1,150 – 1,330	26470	41703	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $26,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
110	Culinary Institute of America	3.5	91.15	930 – 1,170	39581	37846	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Culinary Institute of America Hyde Park, NY Located in Hyde Park, Culinary Institute of America’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 99% of students attending Culinary Institute of America currently receive grant aid from the school. At Culinary Institute of America, there is a 70% first year retention rate and around 0% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 91.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $39,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,846
111	Hartwick College	3.5	69.6	1,070 – 1,290	31712	50452	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Hartwick College Oneonta, NY Found in Oneonta, Hartwick College’s acceptance rate is 70% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Hartwick College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued studying at Hartwick College after completing......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $31,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,452
112	Holy Family University	3.5	71.04	910 – 1,150	14072	55285	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Holy Family University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Holy Family University’s acceptance rate is 71% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Holy Family University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 910 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,072 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,285
113	Molloy University	3.5	81.74	1,100 – 1,300	24405	78372	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY Molloy University was founded as the Molloy Catholic College for Women in 1955. The school became fully co-educational in 1982, and would be known as Molloy University in 2022. Cheered on by their mascot, Victor E. Lion, student athletes are known as the Lions....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $24,405 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,372
114	Susquehanna University	3.5	81.43	1,100 – 1,310	26444	51535	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Susquehanna University Selinsgrove, PA Based in Selinsgrove, Susquehanna University accepts 81% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of students attending Susquehanna University currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $45,185 each. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $26,444 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,535
115	University of Delaware	3.5	70.6	1,210 – 1,380	19139	58846	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Delaware Newark, DE During the last admissions cycle, the University of Delaware received 40,000 applications. It also has a 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 92% 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 70.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $19,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,846
116	Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus	3.6	95.19	1,040 – 1,320	25585	45916	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus Madison, NJ The Florham campus Fairleigh Dickinson opened in 1958, with other campuses located in New Jersey, Canada, and the United Kingdom. With an 78% first year retention rate, many students major in Pharmacy, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Business Administration and Management, and General. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,585 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,916
117	Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus	3.6	90.71	930 – 1,180	16920	45916	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus Teaneck, NJ Located in Teaneck, Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus’s acceptance rate is 91%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,916
118	Keuka College	3.6	68.08	1,010 – 1,190	24628	50940	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Keuka College Keuka Park, NY Based in Keuka Park, Keuka College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 73% of students continued studying at Keuka College after completing their......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 68.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,628 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,940
119	Manhattan University	3.6	78.94	1,190 – 1,360	29717	64472	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Manhattan University Riverdale, NY Found in Riverdale, Manhattan University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 90% of students attending Manhattan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Manhattan University, there is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $29,717 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,472
120	Manhattanville University	3.6	87.34	1,060 – 1,260	21690	45056	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $27,521 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $21,690 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
121	St Bonaventure University	3.6	81.65	1,080 – 1,300	27373	48559	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St Bonaventure University Saint Bonaventure, NY St. Bonaventure University has a first year retention rate of 86%, a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and a 73% six year graduation rate. A NCAA Division I without football school, student-athletes compete in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Basketball, Lacrosse, and Soccer are popular sports. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $27,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,559
122	University of Scranton	3.6	81.23	1,170 – 1,330	34234	62921	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Scranton Scranton, PA A Catholic school, the University of Scranton’s motto is “Religio Mores Cultura,” which translates to “Religion Morals Culture.” 95% receive institutional grants from the university, averaging $33,197 each. With an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 85% stay on after their first year and 75% graduate in four years. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $34,234 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,921
123	Wilkes University	3.6	90.64	1,030 – 1,260	28511	54128	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA Based in Wilkes-Barre, Wilkes University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,128
124	Goucher College	3.7	77.71	1,130 – 1,340	26913	40563	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Goucher College Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, Goucher College accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of students attending Goucher College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,563
125	Iona University	3.7	86.94	1,130 – 1,310	29978	51218	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Iona University New Rochelle, NY Found in New Rochelle, Iona University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Iona University, there is a 77% first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,218
126	Robert Morris University	3.7	89.89	1,050 – 1,240	23933	54449	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Robert Morris University Moon Township, PA Found in Moon Township, Robert Morris University’s acceptance rate is 90% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of students at Robert Morris University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,933 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,449
127	Roberts Wesleyan University	3.7	70.63	990 – 1,310	23275	56275	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Roberts Wesleyan University’s acceptance rate is 71% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 92% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 84% of students continued their studies at Roberts Wesleyan University after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,275
128	Cairn University-Langhorne	3.8	88.17	1,000 – 1,160	23273	37077	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Cairn University-Langhorne Langhorne, PA Based in Langhorne, Cairn University-Langhorne accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 61% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,077
129	King's College	3.8	93.11	1,070 – 1,270	23689	51734	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) King's College Wilkes-Barre, PA King's College, founded in 1946, began as a college for men however today men make up 54% of the student population and 45% of enrolled students are women. Physician Assistant, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Business Administration and Management, and General are popular majors and 49% of students will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $23,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,734
130	Millersville University of Pennsylvania	3.8	86.19	1,020 – 1,210	20551	44813	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 67% 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 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,813
131	St. Joseph's University-New York	3.8	72.05	1,120 – 1,280	19422	50759	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St. Joseph's University-New York Brooklyn, NY St. Joseph's University-New York is a private university founded in 1916. The school offers 40 major and degree programs with Special Education and Teaching, General being the most popular. St. Joseph's University has a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 81% first year retention rate, and 59% 4-year graduation rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,759
132	State University of New York at New Paltz	3.8	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	18051	45555	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Located in New Paltz, State University of New York at New Paltz accepts 62% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At State University of New York at New Paltz, there is a 85% first......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
133	CUNY Hunter College	3.9	53.8	1,100 – 1,420	4431	50414	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 69% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 53.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $4,431 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
134	Canisius University	3.9	72.36	1,060 – 1,320	19666	46089	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Canisius University Buffalo, NY Founded in 1870, Canisius College became Canisius University in 2023. 100% of students receive grant aid to help offset the cost of attending Canisius University, $24,972 on average. The school also offers athletic scholarships, as it's a NCAA Division I without football school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,666 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,089
135	Excelsior University	4	0	--	0	63796	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Excelsior University Albany, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,796
136	Hood College	4	77.77	930 – 1,180	23350	48415	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Hood College Frederick, MD Based in Frederick, Hood College’s acceptance rate is 78%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Hood College currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $32,476 each. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,415
137	Mount Saint Mary College	4	88.88	1,010 – 1,310	26896	59588	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Located in Newburgh, Mount Saint Mary College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $26,896 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,588
138	Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania	4	86.5	890 – 1,310	23772	45010	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 75% of students at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,772 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,010
139	Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania	4	71.47	980 – 1,200	18252	45398	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 64% 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 $18,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,398
140	University at Buffalo	4	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20529	53742	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 71% 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 $20,529 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
141	Le Moyne College	4.1	82.98	1,170 – 1,340	23702	53493	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY Located in Syracuse, Le Moyne College’s acceptance rate is 83%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Le Moyne College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $23,702 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,493
142	Rowan University	4.1	77.66	1,120 – 1,320	23761	50705	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 88% 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 37% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
143	Temple University	4.1	80.41	1,030 – 1,240	28088	50860	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 84% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 62% of students will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $28,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
144	West Chester University of Pennsylvania	4.1	78.4	1,110 – 1,280	22546	51013	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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, Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, and General....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,013
145	American Musical and Dramatic Academy	4.2	24.48	--	48524	21168	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) American Musical and Dramatic Academy New York, NY Based in New York, American Musical and Dramatic Academy accepts 24% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 24.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $48,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,168
146	Stockton University	4.2	88.94	1,040 – 1,230	20761	48223	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 $20,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,223
147	Stony Brook University	4.2	49.04	1,340 – 1,500	20992	59492	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Stony Brook University Stony Brook, NY Based in Stony Brook, Stony Brook University’s acceptance rate is 49% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 98% 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 1,340 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $20,992 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,492
148	Widener University	4.2	70.93	1,080 – 1,290	26778	63375	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Widener University Chester, PA Based in Chester, Widener University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Widener University will receive institutional grant aid. At Widener University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $26,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,375
149	Delaware Valley University	4.3	93.21	1,100 – 1,320	28975	41324	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Delaware Valley University Doylestown, PA Based in Doylestown, Delaware Valley University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $28,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,324
150	Misericordia University	4.4	70.93	1,060 – 1,230	26747	55910	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Misericordia University Dallas, PA Misericordia University is a private liberal arts school located just north of Philadelphia. Many of its students come from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. Roman Catholic, College Misericordia was founded in 1924 by the Religious Sisters of Mercy – it became a university in 2007. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.4 % Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $26,747 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,910
151	Rider University	4.4	78.64	1,130 – 1,340	26506	51289	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rider University Lawrenceville, NJ Based in Lawrenceville, Rider University accepts 79% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Rider University currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 78% and its four year graduation rate is 61%. The common areas of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.4 % Acceptance Rate 78.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,506 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,289
152	Alvernia University	4.5	58.06	1,100 – 1,290	28645	49938	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Alvernia University Reading, PA Based in Reading, Alvernia University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $28,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,938
153	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	4.5	47.52	1,100 – 1,400	4326	61542	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 48% 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 47.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
154	Hofstra University	4.5	68.08	1,250 – 1,410	35792	52131	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Hofstra University Hempstead, NY Located in Hempstead, Hofstra University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Hofstra University will receive institutional grant aid. 84% of students decide to stay at Hofstra University after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 68.1% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $35,792 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,131
155	Marywood University	4.5	60.58	1,060 – 1,260	26217	47000	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Marywood University Scranton, PA Marywood University is a private Catholic school located near the Pocono Mountains. Of attending students, 100% will receive grant aid, about $29,574 on average. Popular majors among students include Business Administration and Management, General, Social Work, and Physician Assistant....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $26,217 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,000
156	Notre Dame of Maryland University	4.5	82.16	920 – 1,140	21191	63918	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Notre Dame of Maryland University Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, Notre Dame of Maryland University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending Notre Dame of Maryland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,191 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,918
157	SUNY at Fredonia	4.5	77.7	1,160 – 1,360	16023	40580	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY at Fredonia Fredonia, NY Found in Fredonia, SUNY at Fredonia accepted 78% 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 77.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $16,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,580
158	Carlow University	4.6	86.95	960 – 1,170	21002	44876	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Carlow University Pittsburgh, PA Found in Pittsburgh, Carlow University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Carlow University, there is a 84% first year retention rate and around 44% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,876
159	Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania	4.6	93.09	990 – 1,190	16111	44053	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania Bloomsburg, PA Located in Bloomsburg, Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania accepts 93% of applicants and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 78% and its four......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $16,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,053
160	Felician University	4.6	94.01	890 – 1,150	15569	56957	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Felician University Lodi, NJ Based in Lodi, Felician University accepts 94% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Felician University currently receive grant aid from the school. 76% of students continued their studies at Felician University after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,569 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,957
161	Immaculata University	4.6	85.76	1,160 – 1,330	24708	56416	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Immaculata University Immaculata, PA Founded in 1920, Immaculata University is a private Catholic school. The University's Latin motto is "Scientia floret virtute" which translates to "Knowledge flourishes in virtue." Of attending students, 99% receive grant aid, $19,066 on average and 50% of students will graduate in 4 years. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,708 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,416
162	Niagara University	4.6	87.37	1,070 – 1,250	16613	48289	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Niagara University Niagara University, NY Niagara University is a Roman Catholic private school, run by the Vincentian Fathers. It’s non selective and has a 15% yield. 100% of students receive grant aid, with each financial aid package averaging $33,575. NU’s Purple Eagles participate in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 87.4% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,613 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,289
163	Ramapo College of New Jersey	4.6	70.64	1,130 – 1,310	17566	53872	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Ramapo College of New Jersey, there is a 84% first year retention rate and 58% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,872
164	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	4.7	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	22134	43309	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 $22,134 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,309
165	State University of New York at Oswego	4.7	80.55	1,080 – 1,280	15853	46358	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 85% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 70% and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.7 % Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,853 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
166	The New School	4.7	63.47	1,170 – 1,370	67224	38210	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) The New School New York, NY University professors and researchers, which included faculty from Columbia University, founded The New School in 1919. Some famous alumni include Marlon Brando, Jack Kerouac, and Kevin Smith. Classes are on the small side, with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Fashion/Apparel Design is the most popular program. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.7 % Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $67,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,210
167	University at Albany	4.7	69.1	1,120 – 1,330	17949	51380	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% 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 83% and 58% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.7 % Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
168	CUNY Graduate School and University Center	4.8	68.49	--	0	68616	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY Graduate School and University Center New York, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.8 % Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,616
169	New Jersey Institute of Technology	4.8	65.07	1,220 – 1,470	17313	69591	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 73% 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 48%. Three......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.8 % Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $17,313 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,591
170	State University of New York at Plattsburgh	4.8	78.41	1,090 – 1,260	15412	48089	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) State University of New York at Plattsburgh Plattsburgh, NY Found in Plattsburgh, State University of New York at Plattsburgh accepts 78% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 80% 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 78.4% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,089
171	Geneva College	4.9	79.05	1,020 – 1,270	23528	46107	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Geneva College Beaver Falls, PA Courses at Geneva College focus on humanities and a Reformed Christian worldview. Its motto is “For Christ and Country.” 97% of attending students receive grant aid, averaging $21,913 each. Athletes, known as the Golden Tornadoes, compete in the Presidents' Athletic Conference. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 79.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $23,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,107
172	La Roche University	4.9	75.76	930 – 1,190	24108	45308	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) La Roche University Pittsburgh, PA Found in Pittsburgh, La Roche University accepts 76% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 79% of students at La Roche University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,108 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,308
173	Rutgers University-Camden	4.9	66.29	1,050 – 1,290	19821	61263	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rutgers University-Camden Camden, NJ Found in Camden, Rutgers University-Camden accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $70 to apply. Approximately 88% 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 66.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $19,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
174	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	4.9	58.15	1,310 – 1,500	20522	61263	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 58.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $20,522 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
175	Rutgers University-Newark	4.9	71.36	1,040 – 1,280	18276	61263	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rutgers University-Newark Newark, NJ Located in Newark, Rutgers University-Newark accepts 71% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 47% of students attending Rutgers University-Newark will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
176	Salisbury University	4.9	87.47	1,170 – 1,330	18760	51926	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Salisbury University Salisbury, MD Found in Salisbury, Salisbury University accepts 87% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Salisbury University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,926
177	Wilson College	4.9	92.11	930 – 1,180	21748	37049	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Wilson College Chambersburg, PA Based in Chambersburg, Wilson College’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 95% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $21,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,049
178	Bryn Athyn College of the New Church	5	82.94	1,060 – 1,300	20728	32083	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bryn Athyn College of the New Church Bryn Athyn, PA Located in Bryn Athyn, Bryn Athyn College of the New Church’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 82.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,083
179	Elmira College	5	76.96	1,140 – 1,370	23682	49057	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Elmira College Elmira, NY Located in Elmira, Elmira College accepts 77% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Elmira College will receive grant aid from the school. They receive $25,189 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,682 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,057
180	Chestnut Hill College	5.1	74.46	900 – 1,090	28588	45221	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Chestnut Hill College Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Chestnut Hill College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Chestnut Hill College, there is a 62%......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.1 % Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 900 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $28,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,221
181	SUNY Brockport	5.1	70.68	1,110 – 1,280	15725	47164	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 83% 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 $15,725 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,164
182	Daemen University	5.2	68.26	950 – 1,150	19102	59912	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Daemen University Amherst, NY Located in Amherst, Daemen University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Daemen University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.2 % Acceptance Rate 68.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $19,102 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,912
183	Gannon University	5.2	74.16	1,000 – 1,270	23123	55319	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Gannon University Erie, PA Based in Erie, Gannon University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.2 % Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $23,123 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,319
184	Pratt Institute-Main	5.2	73.25	1,160 – 1,400	54150	45060	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pratt Institute-Main Brooklyn, NY Located in Brooklyn, Pratt Institute-Main accepts 73% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 74% of students at Pratt Institute-Main currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.2 % Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $54,150 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,060
185	SUNY Oneonta	5.2	69.6	1,140 – 1,330	18669	49723	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 82% of students attending SUNY Oneonta currently receive grant aid from the school. At SUNY Oneonta, there is a 76% first year retention rate and around......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.2 % Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,723
186	University of Maryland-Baltimore County	5.2	72.43	1,240 – 1,420	18770	55137	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 87% 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 $18,770 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,137
187	Lycoming College	5.3	74.07	1,080 – 1,300	20492	43713	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $43,470 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 76% first year retention rate, and 55% 4-year graduation rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
188	New Jersey City University	5.3	98.38	890 – 1,140	16724	45918	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) New Jersey City University Jersey City, NJ Based in Jersey City, New Jersey City University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,724 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,918
189	Pace University	5.3	75.92	1,180 – 1,340	34791	52767	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pace University New York, NY Located in New York, Pace University’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Pace University currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $34,791 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,767
190	Pennsylvania College of Art and Design	5.3	99.24	--	28826	23638	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania College of Art and Design Lancaster, PA Based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania College of Art and Design’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of students attending Pennsylvania College of Art and Design currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,638
191	School of Visual Arts	5.3	92.64	1,190 – 1,490	61337	31855	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) School of Visual Arts New York, NY Found in New York, the School of Visual Arts accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. Approximately 61% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $61,337 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,855
192	CUNY Queens College	5.4	64.35	1,010 – 1,290	5728	48548	#192 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
193	Mercy University	5.4	85.84	1,040 – 1,230	15200	44969	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Mercy University Dobbs Ferry, NY Located in Dobbs Ferry, Mercy University accepts 86% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,200 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,969
194	SUNY Maritime College	5.4	72.41	1,130 – 1,300	20312	83439	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 $20,312 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
195	St. Thomas Aquinas College	5.4	93.05	880 – 1,090	21187	44908	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St. Thomas Aquinas College Sparkill, NY Found in Sparkill, St- Thomas Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 93%. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students attending St- Thomas Aquinas College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $21,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,908
196	Towson University	5.4	81.97	960 – 1,240	16653	54302	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 64% 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 960 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,653 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,302
197	Eastwick College-Ramsey	5.5	37.35	--	27454	53147	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Eastwick College-Ramsey Ramsey, NJ Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.5 % Acceptance Rate 37.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,454 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,147
198	Fashion Institute of Technology	5.5	60.24	--	16340	50102	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 13% 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 $16,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,102
199	Monmouth University	5.5	89.02	1,150 – 1,320	34072	55825	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Monmouth University West Long Branch, NJ Located in West Long Branch, Monmouth University accepts 89% of applicants and requires $60 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Monmouth University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.5 % Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $34,072 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,825
200	Mount Aloysius College	5.5	82.05	920 – 1,170	22216	45211	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Mount Aloysius College Cresson, PA Found in Cresson, Mount Aloysius College’s acceptance rate is 82% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students at Mount Aloysius College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.5 % Acceptance Rate 82.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,211
201	Stevenson University	5.5	78.91	1,010 – 1,190	27162	54574	#201 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Stevenson University Owings Mills, MD Based in Owings Mills, Stevenson University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Stevenson University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 79% of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.5 % Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,574
202	Touro University	5.5	60.83	1,220 – 1,450	29179	43510	#202 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Touro University New York, NY You can find Touro University right on Times Square. A private Jewish institution, the school is fairly selective and many accepted students – 43% – enroll. It grants up to Doctor's degrees, and students often study Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs, but there are 58 majors and programs......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.5 % Acceptance Rate 60.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $29,179 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,510
203	Goldey-Beacom College	5.6	84.51	--	15688	45097	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Goldey-Beacom College Wilmington, DE Many students at Goldey Beacom College are pursuing degrees in Business Administration and Management, General, Finance, General, and Accounting. There are 276 student-athletes, who are known as the Lightning, and they’re cheered on by Strike, their mascot....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.6 % Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,688 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,097
204	Saint Peter's University	5.6	90.3	970 – 1,170	13775	42470	#204 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Saint Peter's University Jersey City, NJ Found in Jersey City, Saint Peter's University accepts 90% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.6 % Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $13,775 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,470
205	New York Institute of Technology	5.7	81.02	1,190 – 1,430	24688	52559	#205 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) New York Institute of Technology Old Westbury, NY Based in Old Westbury, New York Institute of Technology’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students at New York Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid. At New York Institute of Technology, there is a 78% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.7 % Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $24,688 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,559
206	Pillar College	5.7	39.76	--	8024	37885	#206 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pillar College Newark, NJ Based in Newark, Pillar College accepts 40% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 89% of students at Pillar College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Pillar College, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.7 % Acceptance Rate 39.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,024 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,885
207	Saint Elizabeth University	5.7	71.03	890 – 1,090	23437	49479	#207 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Saint Elizabeth University Morristown, NJ Based in Morristown, Saint Elizabeth University accepts 71% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 89% of students at Saint Elizabeth University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Elizabeth University, there is a 65%......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.7 % Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $23,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,479
208	University of Valley Forge	5.7	61.2	840 – 1,100	27083	35671	#208 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Valley Forge Phoenixville, PA Based in Phoenixville, the University of Valley Forge’s acceptance rate is 61% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of students attending the University of Valley Forge currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.7 % Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 840 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $27,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,671
209	Pennsylvania Western University	5.8	94.33	940 – 1,150	18094	38474	#209 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 81% 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 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,474
210	SUNY at Purchase College	5.8	74.05	1,210 – 1,380	18211	31229	#210 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 $18,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,229
211	Albright College	5.9	76.33	950 – 1,150	20587	45391	#211 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Albright College Reading, PA Found in Reading, Albright College accepts 76% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students at Albright College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.9 % Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,391
212	Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus	5.9	90.77	980 – 1,190	17626	42278	#212 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 96% 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 $17,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,278
213	Neumann University	5.9	81.28	910 – 1,100	28469	48556	#213 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Neumann University Aston, PA Based in Aston, Neumann University’s acceptance rate is 81% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Neumann University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.9 % Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,556
214	University of Baltimore	5.9	78.74	740 – 1,330	14545	48197	#214 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Baltimore Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, the University of Baltimore’s acceptance rate is 79% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. About 68% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.9 % Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 740 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,545 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,197
215	Caldwell University	6	71.34	1,130 – 1,370	21875	47439	#215 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Caldwell University Caldwell, NJ Based in Caldwell, Caldwell University accepts 71% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.0 % Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,875 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,439
216	D'Youville University	6	81.37	1,000 – 1,220	20690	63804	#216 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) D'Youville University Buffalo, NY Found in Buffalo, D'Youville University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at D'Youville University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 73% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.0 % Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,690 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,804
217	Gwynedd Mercy University	6	89.63	1,030 – 1,190	27960	65976	#217 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Gwynedd Mercy University Gwynedd Valley, PA Found in Gwynedd Valley, Gwynedd Mercy University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Gwynedd Mercy University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.0 % Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,960 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,976
218	Seton Hill University	6.1	79.53	1,020 – 1,250	23056	43700	#218 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Seton Hill University Greensburg, PA Seton Hill University opened in 1885 as a women’s college. It only became co-educational in 2002 – as a result, a majority of the student body are women. Common majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Physician Assistant, and Pre-Physician Assistant....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.1 % Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,700
219	Centenary University	6.2	83.08	970 – 1,170	22640	46049	#219 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Centenary University Hackettstown, NJ Centenary University was originally founded in 1867 as a preparatory school. Today, the school is known for being a non-selective university, with an acceptance rate of 83%. Of attending students 78% stay after the first year and 54% will graduate within 4 years....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.2 % Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,049
220	CUNY Brooklyn College	6.3	58.36	950 – 1,340	4512	45035	#220 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 76% 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 950 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $4,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
221	Farmingdale State College	6.4	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	9655	55901	#221 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 $9,655 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
222	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	6.4	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27889	55620	#222 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 34% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 93% 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 $27,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
223	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington	6.4	96.77	1,080 – 1,270	19232	55620	#223 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 76% 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 $19,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
224	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona	6.4	98.06	1,080 – 1,300	21618	55620	#224 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 72% 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 $21,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
225	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver	6.4	95.65	1,100 – 1,290	18581	55620	#225 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 87% 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 $18,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
226	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks	6.4	98.67	1,090 – 1,280	23721	55620	#226 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 77% 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 $23,721 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
227	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine	6.4	98.11	1,080 – 1,310	22710	55620	#227 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 67% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,710 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
228	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois	6.4	97.12	990 – 1,210	17880	55620	#228 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 83% 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 $17,880 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
229	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College	6.4	96.83	1,130 – 1,320	23764	55620	#229 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 71% 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 $23,764 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
230	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly	6.4	95.47	1,120 – 1,250	15112	55620	#230 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 87% 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 $15,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
231	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny	6.4	96.47	1,080 – 1,280	15574	55620	#231 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $6,366 each. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
232	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg	6.4	97.6	1,120 – 1,320	23788	55620	#232 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 58% 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 $23,788 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
233	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton	6.4	96.41	1,090 – 1,290	17512	55620	#233 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 88% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate is 10%. Physical Therapy......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
234	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley	6.4	97.37	1,130 – 1,320	19066	55620	#234 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 73% 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 $19,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
235	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto	6.4	98.21	980 – 1,300	19675	55620	#235 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 84% 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 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $19,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
236	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington	6.4	95.29	1,110 – 1,270	19504	55620	#236 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 . About 90% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $19,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
237	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill	6.4	96.64	1,020 – 1,230	19039	55620	#237 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 76% 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 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $19,039 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
238	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton	6.4	98.52	1,100 – 1,270	17536	55620	#238 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 . About 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 98.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $17,536 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
239	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango	6.4	92.2	1,040 – 1,230	18383	55620	#239 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 97% 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 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $18,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
240	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre	6.4	96.99	1,090 – 1,330	16621	55620	#240 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 87% 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 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $16,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
241	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York	6.4	97.41	1,060 – 1,260	18887	55620	#241 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 79% 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 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
242	Pennsylvania State University-World Campus	6.4	91.15	1,120 – 1,350	19314	55620	#242 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-World Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-World Campus’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 57% of students at Pennsylvania State University-World Campus will receive institutional grant aid. At Pennsylvania State......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 91.2% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $19,314 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
243	Eastern University	6.6	90.77	1,020 – 1,190	27422	41580	#243 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Eastern University Saint Davids, PA Found in Saint Davids, Eastern University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.6 % Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
244	CUNY City College	6.7	60.02	1,070 – 1,430	4664	46435	#244 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 69% 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 1,070 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $4,664 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
245	Pennsylvania Institute of Technology	6.7	0	--	17980	31499	#245 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania Institute of Technology Media, PA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.7 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,980 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,499
246	Utica University	6.7	91.95	990 – 1,250	20295	57422	#246 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.7 % Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
247	Cedar Crest College	6.8	84.07	1,000 – 1,230	23691	48295	#247 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Cedar Crest College Allentown, PA Based in Allentown, Cedar Crest College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Cedar Crest College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 84.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $23,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,295
248	Dominican University New York	6.8	63.3	1,100 – 1,240	33972	50865	#248 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Dominican University New York Orangeburg, NY Located in Orangeburg, Dominican University New York accepts 63% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $33,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,865
249	Metropolitan College of New York	6.8	90	--	26091	45086	#249 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Metropolitan College of New York New York, NY Located in New York, Metropolitan College of New York’s acceptance rate is 90%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 86% of students attending Metropolitan College of New York currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 20%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,091 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,086
250	Pacific College of Health and Science	6.8	48	--	57004	59213	#250 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pacific College of Health and Science New York, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $57,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
251	Gallaudet University	6.9	58.06	790 – 1,000	15944	36578	#251 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Gallaudet University Washington, DC Gallaudet University is dedicated to the deaf and hard of hearing, with two official languages: English and American Sign Language. Many students major in American Sign Language (Asl). It’s the only higher education school in the world that has designed all of its programs and services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.9 % Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 790 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $15,944 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,578
252	Moore College of Art and Design	6.9	56.46	1,200 – 1,390	43626	30512	#252 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Moore College of Art and Design Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Moore College of Art and Design accepts 56% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 100% of students at Moore College of Art and Design will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.9 % Acceptance Rate 56.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $43,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,512
253	SUNY Buffalo State University	6.9	72.95	980 – 1,240	12023	40877	#253 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY Buffalo State University Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, SUNY Buffalo State University’s acceptance rate is 73% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.9 % Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,877
254	Hilbert College	7	97.2	980 – 1,180	22157	45369	#254 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 97% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 64% of students continued their studies at Hilbert College after......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.0 % Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
255	University of Maryland Global Campus	7	0	--	19241	58051	#255 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi, MD Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.0 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,241 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,051
256	University of Mount Saint Vincent	7	85.11	1,020 – 1,180	22808	53755	#256 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Mount Saint Vincent Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, the University of Mount Saint Vincent accepts 85% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 79% of students attending the University of Mount Saint Vincent will receive grant aid from the school. 73% of students continued their studies at the University of Mount Saint......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.0 % Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,755
257	Wilmington University	7	0	--	14385	49635	#257 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Wilmington University New Castle, DE Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.0 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,385 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,635
258	Empire State University	7.2	80.53	--	11659	50167	#258 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Empire State University Saratoga Springs, NY Located in Saratoga Springs, Empire State University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 58% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Empire State University, there is a 66% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.2 % Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,659 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,167
259	SUNY College at Potsdam	7.2	77.7	970 – 1,150	13730	39440	#259 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 93% 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 $13,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,440
260	Davis College	7.3	56.25	810 – 1,100	14840	50193	#260 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Davis College Pottersville, NY Found in Pottersville, Davis College’s acceptance rate is 56%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 67% of students at Davis College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 100%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.3 % Acceptance Rate 56.3% SAT Score 810 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $14,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,193
261	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	7.4	57.11	930 – 1,220	4082	50293	#261 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 69% 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 57.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $4,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
262	CUNY Lehman College	7.5	56.58	850 – 1,150	3961	51067	#262 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY Lehman College Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, CUNY Lehman College accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 73% 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 56.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $3,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,067
263	Maria College of Albany	7.5	44.48	970 – 1,100	16254	53357	#263 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Maria College of Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, Maria College of Albany’s acceptance rate is 44%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 38% of students attending Maria College of Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Maria College of Albany, there is a 33% first year retention rate......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.5 % Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $16,254 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,357
264	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred	7.5	75.68	1,000 – 1,200	15283	45460	#264 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred, NY Located in Alfred, SUNY College of Technology at Alfred accepts 76% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% 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 75.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,460
265	Trocaire College	7.5	97.49	--	16953	56726	#265 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Trocaire College Buffalo, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.5 % Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,726
266	William Paterson University of New Jersey	7.5	90.08	990 – 1,350	13509	44928	#266 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne, NJ Located in Wayne, William Paterson University of New Jersey accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 66% 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 90.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,509 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,928
267	Rosemont College	7.6	76.34	980 – 1,190	20994	40852	#267 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rosemont College Rosemont, PA Located in Rosemont, Rosemont College’s acceptance rate is 76%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.6 % Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $20,994 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,852
268	Manor College	7.7	94.86	730 – 940	13684	36013	#268 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Manor College Jenkintown, PA Based in Jenkintown, Manor College’s acceptance rate is 95% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 72% of students attending Manor College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.7 % Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 730 – 940 Avg. Net Price $13,684 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,013
269	Point Park University	7.7	96.91	1,030 – 1,250	26502	36906	#269 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Located in Pittsburgh, Point Park University’s acceptance rate is 97%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Point Park University, there is a 74% first year retention rate and a 53% four year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.7 % Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $26,502 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,906
270	Keystone College	7.9	84.8	910 – 1,130	21952	36653	#270 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Keystone College La Plume, PA Found in La Plume, Keystone College’s acceptance rate is 85%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 84% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.9 % Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,952 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,653
271	Long Island University	8	86.16	1,110 – 1,360	24867	47543	#271 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Long Island University Brookville, NY Found in Brookville, Long Island University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 96% of students at Long Island University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.0 % Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,867 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,543
272	Marymount Manhattan College	8.1	82.61	1,130 – 1,320	38376	34052	#272 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Marymount Manhattan College New York, NY Based in New York, Marymount Manhattan College accepts 83% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $60 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.1 % Acceptance Rate 82.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $38,376 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,052
273	SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill	8.1	84.02	990 – 1,170	18140	37901	#273 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill Cobleskill, NY Located in Cobleskill, SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill accepts 84% of applicants. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.1 % Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $18,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,901
274	St. John's University-New York	8.1	83.43	1,160 – 1,340	29656	54189	#274 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St. John's University-New York Queens, NY Located in Queens, St- John's University-New York accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending St- John's University-New York will receive institutional grant aid. At St- John's University-New York, there......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.1 % Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $29,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,189
275	CUNY York College	8.3	64.1	790 – 960	5131	46148	#275 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 790 – 960 Avg. Net Price $5,131 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,148
276	Capitol Technology University	8.3	74.35	1,020 – 1,230	21863	76545	#276 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Capitol Technology University Laurel, MD Found in Laurel, Capitol Technology University accepts 74% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 90% of students attending Capitol Technology University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.3 % Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,863 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,545
277	Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science	8.3	76.53	920 – 1,100	28443	38325	#277 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science Paul Smiths, NY Located in Paul Smiths, Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science accepts 77% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.3 % Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,325
278	Monroe University	8.4	67.51	--	13291	36973	#278 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Monroe University Bronx, NY Based in Bronx, Monroe University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Monroe University will receive institutional grant aid. At Monroe University, there is a 67% first......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.4 % Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,973
279	Pennsylvania College of Technology	8.4	0	--	23675	47995	#279 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania College of Technology Williamsport, PA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.4 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,995
280	The College of Westchester	8.6	94.42	--	15871	32951	#280 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) The College of Westchester White Plains, NY Found in White Plains, The College of Westchester accepts 94% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.6 % Acceptance Rate 94.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,871 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,951
281	Eastwick College-Hackensack	8.7	41.16	--	29398	59213	#281 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Eastwick College-Hackensack Hackensack, NJ Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.7 % Acceptance Rate 41.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,398 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
282	SUNY Old Westbury	8.7	83.63	1,010 – 1,210	10944	43671	#282 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 72% 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 83.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,944 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,671
283	LIM College	8.9	95.9	980 – 1,160	40305	45359	#283 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) LIM College New York, NY Based in New York, LIM College accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending LIM College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.9 % Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $40,305 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,359
284	Kean University	9.1	75.9	930 – 1,150	12708	46603	#284 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Kean University Union, NJ Located in Union, Kean University accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% 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 75.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $12,708 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,603
285	Berkeley College-New York	9.2	71.99	--	35294	37284	#285 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Berkeley College-New York New York, NY Located in New York, Berkeley College-New York accepted 72% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 95% of students at Berkeley College-New York currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.2 % Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $35,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
286	Frostburg State University	9.2	89.18	980 – 1,210	17669	43638	#286 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $45 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 is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.2 % Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
287	Washington Adventist University	9.3	46.18	860 – 1,130	18154	40114	#287 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Washington Adventist University Takoma Park, MD Found in Takoma Park, Washington Adventist University accepts 46% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 64% and its four year graduation rate is 21%. The three most popular majors......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.3 % Acceptance Rate 46.2% SAT Score 860 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $18,154 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,114
288	College of Staten Island CUNY	9.4	92.34	890 – 1,250	6525	36931	#288 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 57% 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 890 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $6,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,931
289	SUNY College of Technology at Delhi	9.4	89.01	920 – 1,160	16371	42826	#289 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY College of Technology at Delhi Delhi, NY Found in Delhi, SUNY College of Technology at Delhi’s acceptance rate is 89%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Delhi currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.4 % Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 920 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,826
290	Howard University	9.6	41.34	1,100 – 1,320	33368	47379	#290 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Howard University Washington, DC “Veritas et Utilitas,” or “Excellence in Truth and Service,” is the motto of Howard University. The university boasts an impressive 91% first year retention rate. Offering undergraduate, graduate, professional, and joint degree programs which span over 82 areas of study, the university’s most popular major is Biology/Biological......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.6 % Acceptance Rate 41.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $33,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,379
291	St. Francis College	9.7	84.27	1,000 – 1,240	17698	43378	#291 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St. Francis College Brooklyn, NY Located in Brooklyn, St- Francis College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students at St- Francis College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.7 % Acceptance Rate 84.3% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,378
292	Central Penn College	10.1	18.46	660 – 910	17263	40798	#292 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Central Penn College Summerdale, PA Found in Summerdale, Central Penn College accepts 18% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of students at Central Penn College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.1 % Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 660 – 910 Avg. Net Price $17,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,798
293	Delaware State University	10.1	46.58	820 – 1,040	13953	37503	#293 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Delaware State University Dover, DE Delaware State University charges $35 for undergraduate applications. The most popular area of study at DSU is Social Work. The DSU Hornets compete in NCAA Division I-FCS Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference and wear red and Columbia blue. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.1 % Acceptance Rate 46.6% SAT Score 820 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $13,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,503
294	Strayer University-District of Columbia	10.5	0	--	24758	36582	#294 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Strayer University-District of Columbia Washington, DC Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.5 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,758 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,582
295	Mercyhurst University	10.6	81.02	990 – 1,190	25946	39565	#295 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Mercyhurst University Erie, PA Based in Erie, Mercyhurst University’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 98% of students at Mercyhurst University will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $30,422 on average. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.6 % Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $25,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,565
296	Thiel College	10.6	71.55	950 – 1,180	22545	40686	#296 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Thiel College Greenville, PA Located in Greenville, Thiel College accepted 72% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Thiel College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.6 % Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,545 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,686
297	Trinity Washington University	10.7	99.52	--	11755	38533	#297 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Trinity Washington University Washington, DC Located in Washington, Trinity Washington University accepts 100% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at Trinity Washington University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.7 % Acceptance Rate 99.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,533
298	SUNY Morrisville	11.1	91.54	990 – 1,230	15960	39759	#298 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY Morrisville Morrisville, NY Based in Morrisville, SUNY Morrisville’s acceptance rate is 92%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $3,298 on average. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 11.1 % Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,960 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,759
299	University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus	11.1	0	--	0	38444	#299 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus Washington, DC Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 11.1 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,444
300	CUNY New York City College of Technology	11.2	80.29	900 – 1,140	5794	39982	#300 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY New York City College of Technology Brooklyn, NY Based in Brooklyn, CUNY New York City College of Technology’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and . About 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 65% and 9% of students will graduate in four years. The three most......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 11.2 % Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $5,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,982
301	Walnut Hill College	11.2	42.72	--	26675	33867	#301 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Walnut Hill College Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Walnut Hill College accepts 43% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 76% of students at Walnut Hill College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 11.2 % Acceptance Rate 42.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,867
302	CUNY Medgar Evers College	11.8	86.05	850 – 1,020	6273	37538	#302 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY Medgar Evers College Brooklyn, NY Located in Brooklyn, CUNY Medgar Evers College’s acceptance rate is 86%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and . About 73% of students at CUNY Medgar Evers College currently receive institutional grant aid. 50% of students decide to stay at CUNY Medgar Evers College after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 11.8 % Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $6,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,538
303	Peirce College	11.8	69.02	--	13290	41647	#303 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Peirce College Philadelphia, PA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 11.8 % Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,290 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,647
304	Five Towns College	12.6	53.82	800 – 1,020	24724	25305	#304 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Five Towns College Dix Hills, NY Located in Dix Hills, Five Towns College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 12.6 % Acceptance Rate 53.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $24,724 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,305
305	Harrisburg University of Science and Technology	12.6	87.35	--	15984	34365	#305 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Harrisburg University of Science and Technology Harrisburg, PA Based in Harrisburg, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of students attending Harrisburg University of Science and Technology will receive institutional grant aid......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 12.6 % Acceptance Rate 87.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,984 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,365
306	University of the District of Columbia	12.7	0	--	12895	36358	#306 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of the District of Columbia Washington, DC Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 12.7 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,358
307	Villa Maria College	12.7	86.59	730 – 1,050	15823	33635	#307 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Villa Maria College Buffalo, NY Based in Buffalo, Villa Maria College accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of students at Villa Maria College will receive grant aid from the school. At Villa Maria College, there is a 76% first year retention rate and a 28% four year graduation rate....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 12.7 % Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 730 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $15,823 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,635
308	Bowie State University	12.8	72.41	800 – 1,090	17287	43877	#308 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s fairly selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 12.8 % Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 800 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $17,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
309	SUNY College of Technology at Canton	12.9	92.15	1,000 – 1,160	14754	42079	#309 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, NY Based in Canton, SUNY College of Technology at Canton accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 83% of students attending SUNY College of Technology at Canton currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 12.9 % Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,754 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,079
310	Boricua College	13.1	66.01	--	15245	30398	#310 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Boricua College New York, NY Based in New York, Boricua College’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 10% of students attending Boricua College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 13.1 % Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,245 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,398
311	Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology	13.5	73.93	890 – 1,100	40301	48890	#311 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology Flushing, NY Located in Flushing, Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology’s acceptance rate is 74% and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 81% of students attending Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 13.5 % Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $40,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,890
312	Lackawanna College	14.4	0	--	19682	35500	#312 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Lackawanna College Scranton, PA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 14.4 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,682 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,500
313	Delaware Technical Community College-Terry	14.6	0	--	11195	35336	#313 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Delaware Technical Community College-Terry Dover, DE Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 14.6 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,195 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,336
314	Eastern International College-Jersey City	14.7	69.63	--	20136	36936	#314 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Eastern International College-Jersey City Jersey City, NJ Found in Jersey City, Eastern International College-Jersey City accepts 70% of applicants. They require $125 for undergraduate applications. About 0% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Eastern International College-Jersey City, there is a 55% first year retention rate and around 21% of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 14.7 % Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,136 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,936
315	University of Maryland Eastern Shore	15.1	96.41	850 – 1,010	13311	34624	#315 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Maryland Eastern Shore Princess Anne, MD The University of Maryland Eastern Shore has a 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 62% first year retention rate. Physical Therapy/Therapist is a commonly chosen major, though there are nearly 40 available areas of study. A NCAA Division I without football school, 190 athletes are known as Hawks. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 15.1 % Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $13,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,624
316	Berkeley College	15.4	76.99	--	27815	37060	#316 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Berkeley College Woodland Park, NJ Based in Woodland Park, Berkeley College’s acceptance rate is 77%. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. Approximately 88% of students at Berkeley College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 15.4 % Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,815 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,060
317	Lincoln University	17.4	65.72	820 – 960	14473	32865	#317 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. The school has a 73% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 17.4 % Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $14,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
318	Bryant & Stratton College-Albany	17.6	69.69	--	11632	27873	#318 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bryant & Stratton College-Albany Albany, NY Based in Albany, Bryant & Stratton College-Albany accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 84% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 100% of students decide to stay......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 17.6 % Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
319	Bryant & Stratton College-Buffalo	17.6	100	--	13566	27873	#319 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bryant & Stratton College-Buffalo Buffalo, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 17.6 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
320	Bryant & Stratton College-Greece	17.6	84.56	--	9741	27873	#320 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bryant & Stratton College-Greece Rochester, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 17.6 % Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,741 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
321	Bryant & Stratton College-Online	17.6	0	--	15116	27873	#321 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bryant & Stratton College-Online Orchard Park, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 17.6 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,116 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
322	Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North	17.6	100	--	12725	27873	#322 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North Liverpool, NY Located in Liverpool, Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North accepts 100% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 69% of students at Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 17.6 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,725 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
323	Morgan State University	18.9	82.23	850 – 1,080	15476	40065	#323 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Morgan State University Baltimore, MD Morgan State University got its start in 1867 as the Centenary Biblical Institute. It changed its name in 1890 to honor Lyttleton Morgan and became a university in 1975. MSU’s 100-acre campus is a designated national historic site. The school accepts 82% of applicants and awards up to Doctor's degrees. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 18.9 % Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $15,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,065
324	Coppin State University	19.4	45.83	880 – 1,020	9831	42243	#324 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Coppin State University Baltimore, MD Found in Baltimore, Coppin State University accepts 46% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 71% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $8,275 on average. The first year retention rate is 66%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 19.4 % Acceptance Rate 45.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $9,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,243
325	Cheyney University of Pennsylvania	19.6	0	--	14207	28568	#325 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Cheyney, PA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 19.6 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,207 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,568