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Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD)

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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	University of Nebraska Medical Center	0.2	86.9	--	0	70417	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.2 % Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,417
2	Dordt University	0.5	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.5 % Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
3	Manhattan Christian College	0.7	100	1,040 – 1,180	23523	40023	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Manhattan Christian College Manhattan, KS Based in Manhattan, Manhattan Christian College accepts 100% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of students attending Manhattan Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.7 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,523 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,023
4	Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science	0.7	38.71	--	11577	74758	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science Rochester, MN Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.7 % Acceptance Rate 38.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,577 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,758
5	St Olaf College	0.7	48.32	1,310 – 1,450	27282	48373	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 45 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.7 % Acceptance Rate 48.3% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $27,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
6	Carleton College	0.9	20.41	1,450 – 1,560	29434	53989	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Carleton College Northfield, MN Part of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, the most popular sports at Carleton College are Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Swimming and Diving (combined). They’re known as the Knights and wear blue and maize. Computer Science is a commonly chosen undergraduate major. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.9 % Acceptance Rate 20.4% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,989
7	College of Saint Benedict	0.9	88.87	1,040 – 1,280	29720	54567	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) College of Saint Benedict Saint Joseph, MN Partnered with Saint John’s University for men, the College of Saint Benedict is exclusively for women. The school got its start in 1913 with only six students. Since 1955, the two campuses have shared resources. CSB has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 86% first year retention rate, and 74% four year graduation rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.9 % Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $29,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,567
8	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	0.9	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.9 % Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
9	Macalester College	1.2	28.52	1,350 – 1,500	38571	46244	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Macalester College Saint Paul, MN Macalester College is a private liberal arts college that sits near the Mississippi River in the heart of the Twin Cities. Students can earn up to a bachelor’s degree and a commonly selected major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.2 % Acceptance Rate 28.5% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $38,571 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,244
10	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	1.2	75.15	1,160 – 1,330	33392	116360	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Saint Louis, MO A majority of students attending the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis are graduates, only 280 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 85% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.2 % Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $33,392 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
11	Creighton University	1.3	79.75	1,250 – 1,410	33364	63090	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Creighton University Omaha, NE Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular area of study for undergraduates attending Creighton University. The school has an impressive 94% first year retention rate and 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.3 % Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $33,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,090
12	Concordia College at Moorhead	1.4	63.06	1,080 – 1,280	25488	48225	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concordia College at Moorhead Moorhead, MN Concordia College at Moorhead has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 80% first year retention rate. It’s home to a robust music program with several choirs, bands, and orchestras. Students are known as the Cobbers and compete in the NCAA Division III with football Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 63.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,225
13	Martin Luther College	1.4	87.17	1,080 – 1,310	21072	40760	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Martin Luther College New Ulm, MN Martin Luther College’s motto is “Via Veritas Vita,” or “The Way, the Truth, the Life.” Many students study Theology and Religious Vocations, and Other. The school was established in 1995 when Northwestern College (1865) merged with Dr. Martin Luther College (1884). Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,072 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,760
14	Northwestern Health Sciences University	1.4	91.88	--	29794	43760	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northwestern Health Sciences University Bloomington, MN Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,760
15	Allen College	1.6	100	1,040 – 1,210	0	65078	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Allen College Waterloo, IA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.6 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,078
16	Northwestern College	1.6	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.6 % Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
17	Oak Hills Christian College	1.6	91.88	890 – 1,080	24674	31108	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Oak Hills Christian College Bemidji, MN Located in Bemidji, Oak Hills Christian College accepts 92% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 96% of students attending Oak Hills Christian College will receive grant aid from the school. 55% of students continued studying at Oak Hills Christian College after completing their first......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.6 % Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $24,674 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,108
18	Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing	1.7	58.74	1,140 – 1,280	0	71761	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing Saint Louis, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 58.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,761
19	Grinnell College	1.7	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
20	Gustavus Adolphus College	1.7	61.8	1,210 – 1,400	28805	51546	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Gustavus Adolphus College Saint Peter, MN Psychology, General is the most popular major at Gustavus Adolphus College. A fairly selective school, it received 4,450 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 2,750 of them. The college has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 84% first year retention rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 61.8% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $28,805 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,546
21	Drake University	1.8	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drake University Des Moines, IA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.8 % Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
22	Nebraska Wesleyan University	1.8	79.82	1,110 – 1,280	24863	47667	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE Nebraska Wesleyan University is a private school, associated with the United Methodists. It has 40 available majors and programs – Business/Commerce, General is the most popular. Competing in the American Rivers Conference, the 538 Prairie Wolves wear black and gold. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.8 % Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,863 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,667
23	Bryan College of Health Sciences	1.9	62.91	1,010 – 1,180	21834	66305	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bryan College of Health Sciences Lincoln, NE Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $21,834 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,305
24	Clarkson College	1.9	64.29	1,040 – 1,180	13814	62339	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Clarkson College Omaha, NE Based in Omaha, Clarkson College’s acceptance rate is 64% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 68% of students attending Clarkson College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,339
25	Concordia University-Nebraska	1.9	90.04	1,070 – 1,250	24099	44527	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concordia University-Nebraska Seward, NE Found in Seward, Concordia University-Nebraska accepts 90% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $25,326 each. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,527
26	Doane University	1.9	98.01	1,040 – 1,210	26112	46009	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Doane University Crete, NE Located in Crete, Doane University accepts 98% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,009
27	Saint Johns University	1.9	77.43	1,080 – 1,280	29473	59843	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Johns University Collegeville, MN Saint John’s University is an all-male school that has a partnership with the College of Saint Benedict, the women’s college. They share curriculum and access to resources. Saint John’s has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 85% first year retention rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $29,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,843
28	Logan University	2	90	940 – 1,040	11144	42378	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Logan University Chesterfield, MO Located in Chesterfield, Logan University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 38% of students attending Logan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $11,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,378
29	Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health	2	73.41	1,010 – 1,110	20650	61249	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health Omaha, NE Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $20,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,249
30	Saint Mary's University of Minnesota	2.1	92.78	1,080 – 1,340	22518	54549	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona, MN Found in Winona, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Saint Mary's University of Minnesota currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.1 % Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,518 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,549
31	Simpson College	2.1	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.1 % Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
32	Washington University in St Louis	2.1	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.1 % Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
33	Bethel University	2.2	87.8	1,110 – 1,310	30375	55145	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethel University Saint Paul, MN At Bethel University, 27% of accepted students will decide to attend. Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are two popular undergraduate majors. The school has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 85% first year retention rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $30,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,145
34	Morningside University	2.4	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
35	Wartburg College	2.4	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
36	North Dakota State University	2.5	94.96	1,010 – 1,210	16461	54312	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) North Dakota State University Fargo, ND Located in Fargo, North Dakota State University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 70% of students attending North Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.5 % Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,461 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,312
37	Union Adventist University	2.5	99.89	940 – 1,220	23602	43853	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Union Adventist University Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, Union Adventist University accepts 100% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Union Adventist University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.5 % Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,853
38	Hamline University	2.7	89.83	1,040 – 1,250	22759	47139	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hamline University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, Hamline University accepts 90% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hamline University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $22,759 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,139
39	South Dakota State University	2.7	98.34	1,020 – 1,220	18233	49564	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) South Dakota State University Brookings, SD South Dakota State University is the largest university in the state. Each year, the school receives around 7,300 applications. 94% of enrolled students get grant aid, $4,327 on average. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most commonly chosen major by far. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,564
40	Truman State University	2.8	83.77	1,210 – 1,400	12798	43966	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Truman State University Kirksville, MO Originally known as the North Missouri Normal and Commercial School when founded in 1867, the school was renamed the Truman State University (TSU) in 1996 after U.S. President Harry Truman. Athletes, wearing purple and white, are known as the Bulldogs....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $12,798 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,966
41	University of North Dakota	2.8	76.9	1,050 – 1,250	18227	54588	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND Located in Grand Forks, the University of North Dakota’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 71% of students attending the University of North Dakota will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,588
42	Cornell College	2.9	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
43	Hastings College	2.9	65.4	970 – 1,270	21821	45590	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hastings College Hastings, NE Located in Hastings, Hastings College accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,590
44	Lindenwood University	2.9	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
45	Maharishi International University	2.9	96.9	960 – 1,220	18875	26468	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Maharishi International University Fairfield, IA Found in Fairfield, Maharishi International University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. About 90% of students at Maharishi International University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,875 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,468
46	University of Northwestern-St Paul	2.9	93.47	1,030 – 1,310	26779	47544	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Northwestern-St Paul Saint Paul, MN Out of 1 available programs and majors, andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies are the most popular at University of Northwestern, St. Paul. The school got its start as the Northwestern Bible and Missionary Training School in 1902, becoming a university in 2013....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $26,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,544
47	Augustana University	3	67.75	1,090 – 1,290	25280	49826	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Augustana University Sioux Falls, SD At Augustana University, navy blue and gold are the official colors of the Vikings, who compete in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference. Education, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most popular majors on campus, and the school has a 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $25,280 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,826
48	Luther College	3	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
49	University of Mary	3	78.25	1,090 – 1,290	19225	50191	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Mary Bismarck, ND Although the University of Mary calls North Dakota home and sits along the Missouri River, satellite campuses can be found all over the United States. It also has a study-abroad campus in Rome. In the classroom, students enjoy a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $19,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,191
50	Saint Louis University	3.1	75.04	1,140 – 1,400	30911	60716	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Louis University Saint Louis, MO The second oldest Jesuit university in the country, Saint Louis University is also the oldest university west of the Mississippi. The school boasts a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Many students choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.1 % Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $30,911 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,716
51	William Woods University	3.1	74.49	1,040 – 1,240	22925	39265	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 74% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 72% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.1 % Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
52	Winona State University	3.1	68.48	1,010 – 1,220	18919	51288	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Winona State University Winona, MN Winona State University is a part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. Founded in 1858 as the First State Normal School of Minnesota, it would get its current moniker in 1975. Many undergraduates major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.1 % Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,919 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,288
53	Bellevue University	3.2	99.5	--	25735	57732	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bellevue University Bellevue, NE Found in Bellevue, Bellevue University accepts 100% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 30% of students attending Bellevue University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 99.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,732
54	Missouri University of Science and Technology	3.2	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	14414	69295	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri University of Science and Technology Rolla, MO Located in Rolla, Missouri University of Science and Technology accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 96% of students at Missouri University of Science and Technology currently receive grant aid from the school. 86% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $14,414 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,295
55	University of Minnesota Rochester	3.2	71.01	1,070 – 1,350	13840	57984	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota Rochester Rochester, MN Based in Rochester, the University of Minnesota Rochester accepts 71% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 71% of students at the University of Minnesota Rochester will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 43% of students will graduate in......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
56	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	3.2	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
57	University of Iowa	3.3	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.3 % Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
58	North Central University	3.4	90.82	970 – 1,180	23694	37688	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) North Central University Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, North Central University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 92% of students attending North Central University currently receive grant aid from the school. At North Central University, there is a 76% first......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,694 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,688
59	The College of Saint Scholastica	3.4	93.89	1,080 – 1,280	23913	62332	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 23% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
60	University of Jamestown	3.4	88.08	1,010 – 1,210	20897	51151	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Jamestown Jamestown, ND Located in Jamestown, the University of Jamestown accepts 88% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,151
61	University of Minnesota-Morris	3.4	74.93	1,040 – 1,240	9539	43163	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota-Morris Morris, MN Based in Morris, the University of Minnesota-Morris’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 74.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,539 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
62	University of Sioux Falls	3.4	82.98	970 – 1,140	21049	46712	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Sioux Falls Sioux Falls, SD Based in Sioux Falls, the University of Sioux Falls accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at the University of Sioux Falls currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,049 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,712
63	Valley City State University	3.4	99.07	930 – 1,180	13841	45820	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Valley City State University Valley City, ND Found in Valley City, Valley City State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 94% of students at Valley City State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 35% of students will graduate within four......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,841 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,820
64	Minnesota State University, Mankato	3.5	91.33	1,010 – 1,210	17227	50098	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minnesota State University, Mankato Mankato, MN Based in Mankato, Minnesota State University- Mankato accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 43% of students attending Minnesota State University- Mankato currently receive institutional grant......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,098
65	Newman University	3.5	47.61	970 – 1,210	19315	47051	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Newman University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Newman University’s acceptance rate is 48%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of students at Newman University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,315 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,051
66	University of Nebraska at Kearney	3.5	89.49	970 – 1,210	16249	43241	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska at Kearney Kearney, NE University of Nebraska at Kearney is a non selective school, and many who enroll pursue Bachelor’s degrees in Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, and General. UNK also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 14 to 1 and first year retention rate of 80%. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,249 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,241
67	Baker University	3.6	94.18	970 – 1,110	23410	54747	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Baker University Baldwin City, KS Found in Baldwin City, Baker University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 66% and 49% of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $23,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
68	Bethel College-North Newton	3.6	93.5	880 – 1,190	24879	40808	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethel College-North Newton North Newton, KS Found in North Newton, Bethel College-North Newton accepts 94% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,879 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,808
69	Central College	3.6	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
70	Coe College	3.6	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
71	University of Minnesota Duluth	3.6	88.76	1,150 – 1,320	19542	52840	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota Duluth Duluth, MN Found in Duluth, the University of Minnesota Duluth accepts 89% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 89% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Minnesota Duluth, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,542 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,840
72	University of St Thomas	3.6	91.25	1,190 – 1,350	32637	62412	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of St Thomas Saint Paul, MN The University of St. Thomas was founded in 1885 as a Catholic Seminary. The school’s namesake, Thomas Aquinas, is the patron saint of all of the attending students. Other campuses and properties of the university can be found in Minneapolis, Owatonna, and Rome, Italy. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $32,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,412
73	Augsburg University	3.7	81.98	940 – 1,190	24807	48616	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Augsburg University Minneapolis, MN Based in Minneapolis, Augsburg University’s acceptance rate is 82% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Augsburg University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Augsburg University, there is a 72% first year retention rate and around 45% of students will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,616
74	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology	3.7	85.25	1,180 – 1,350	20243	62863	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Rapid City, SD Located in Rapid City, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 77% of students attending South Dakota School of Mines and Technology currently receive......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $20,243 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,863
75	Bethany Lutheran College	3.8	38.97	1,080 – 1,240	19456	40652	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethany Lutheran College Mankato, MN Bethany Lutheran College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 72% first-year retention rate. 53% of students will graduate within 4 years. The school offers generous aid packages. In fact, 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $20,192 on average. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 39.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,456 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,652
76	Calvary University	3.8	70.91	870 – 1,170	12860	33144	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Calvary University Kansas City, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $12,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,144
77	Iowa State University	3.8	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
78	Mount Mercy University	3.8	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
79	William Jewell College	3.8	38.36	1,010 – 1,210	17408	54197	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) William Jewell College Liberty, MO William Jewell College dates back to 1849 and was originally associated with the Missouri Baptist Convention. The school became independent in 2003. Out of the accepted students, 33% decide to attend. If taking the ACT, students should aim for between a 19 - 25. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 38.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,197
80	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	3.9	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
81	Webster University	3.9	95.94	990 – 1,220	27695	39656	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Webster University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Webster University accepts 96% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Webster University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,656
82	Tabor College	4	64.58	830 – 1,100	19998	42896	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Tabor College Hillsboro, KS Based in Hillsboro, Tabor College’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Tabor College will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 53% and around 42% of students will graduate within four years. Three common......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 830 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $19,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
83	College of Saint Mary	4.1	37.72	890 – 1,150	14265	59339	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) College of Saint Mary Omaha, NE The College of Saint Mary is the only Catholic university for women in the Great Plains region. Of attending students, 100% receive grant aid, $19,829 on average. Student athletes at the College of Saint Mary are known as the Flames and they compete in the Great Plains Athletic Conference as members of the NAIA....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 37.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,265 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,339
84	Concordia University-Saint Paul	4.1	78.87	1,080 – 1,240	17989	50646	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concordia University-Saint Paul Saint Paul, MN Found in Saint Paul, Concordia University-Saint Paul accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Concordia University-Saint Paul currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,646
85	Crown College	4.1	62.81	1,010 – 1,210	27196	39003	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Crown College Saint Bonifacius, MN Located in Saint Bonifacius, Crown College’s acceptance rate is 63%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Crown College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,196 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,003
86	Benedictine College	4.2	76.45	1,110 – 1,360	28451	45000	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Benedictine College Atchison, KS Benedictine College’s core values are built into the four “pillars” of the school which are known as Catholic, Benedictine, Liberal Arts, and Residential. The college’s motto is “Forward. Always Forward.” Its campus is located along the bends of the Missouri River....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $28,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,000
87	Bismarck State College	4.2	86.66	--	10792	50401	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bismarck State College Bismarck, ND Located in Bismarck, Bismarck State College accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 42% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,792 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,401
88	University of Nebraska at Omaha	4.2	87.27	1,010 – 1,240	13284	45494	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
89	University of Saint Mary	4.2	86.63	920 – 1,170	23611	54827	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Saint Mary Leavenworth, KS Based in Leavenworth, the University of Saint Mary accepts 87% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of Saint Mary will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $23,611 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,827
90	St Catherine University	4.3	91.85	1,040 – 1,230	22357	52795	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Catherine University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, St Catherine University’s acceptance rate is 92%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending St Catherine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,357 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,795
91	University of South Dakota	4.3	98.78	1,020 – 1,220	18466	46290	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of South Dakota Vermillion, SD Based in Vermillion, the University of South Dakota accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 70% of students at the University of South Dakota currently receive grant aid from the school. 79% of students continued studying at the University of South Dakota after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,466 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,290
92	Cottey College	4.4	70.23	970 – 1,210	18430	32903	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Cottey College Nevada, MO Located in Nevada, Cottey College accepts 70% of applicants and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Cottey College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.4 % Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,430 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,903
93	Minot State University	4.5	64.62	970 – 1,180	12349	46214	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minot State University Minot, ND Based in Minot, Minot State University’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,349 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,214
94	Rockhurst University	4.5	70.89	1,010 – 1,240	23785	61371	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Rockhurst University Kansas City, MO There is no application fee at Rockhurst University, where 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $34,253 on average. Rockhurt’s motto is Sapientia Aedificavit Sibi Domum which is Latin for “Wisdom has built herself a home.” The most popular major among students is Registered Nursing. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,371
95	University of Northern Iowa	4.5	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
96	Minneapolis College of Art and Design	4.6	48.36	1,170 – 1,380	27031	35198	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minneapolis College of Art and Design Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, Minneapolis College of Art and Design accepts 48% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Minneapolis College of Art......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 48.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,198
97	University of Missouri-Columbia	4.6	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
98	Loras College	4.7	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.7 % Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
99	Metropolitan State University	4.8	96.46	--	18233	54828	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Metropolitan State University Saint Paul, MN Located in Saint Paul, Metropolitan State University accepts 96% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 5% of students at Metropolitan State University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Metropolitan State University, there is a 60% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.8 % Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,828
100	St Luke's College	4.8	44.44	930 – 1,110	12771	54850	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Luke's College Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, St Luke's College’s acceptance rate is 44% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.8 % Acceptance Rate 44.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $12,771 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,850
101	Wayne State College	4.9	100	970 – 1,180	15458	40857	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wayne State College Wayne, NE Based in Wayne, Wayne State College accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 54% of students attending Wayne State College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Wayne State College, there is a 72% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,458 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,857
102	Dickinson State University	5	36.95	900 – 1,110	15490	48628	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dickinson State University Dickinson, ND Found in Dickinson, Dickinson State University accepts 37% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Dickinson State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Dickinson State University, there is a 67% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 37.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,628
103	Hannibal-LaGrange University	5	58.74	1,020 – 1,230	20640	41185	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hannibal-LaGrange University Hannibal, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 58.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,185
104	Fort Hays State University	5.1	91.77	940 – 1,340	13774	44428	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Found in Hays, Fort Hays State University accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 78% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.1 % Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,774 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
105	Minnesota State University Moorhead	5.1	52.95	980 – 1,190	18231	45873	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead, MN Based in Moorhead, Minnesota State University Moorhead accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.1 % Acceptance Rate 53.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $18,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,873
106	University of Kansas	5.1	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.1 % Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
107	Buena Vista University	5.2	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.2 % Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
108	Mount Marty University	5.2	42.57	970 – 1,210	23163	46984	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mount Marty University Yankton, SD Mount Marty University is highly selective and has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. A NAIA Division II school, most of the 487 athletes compete in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. They're known as the Lancers and wear navy blue and gold. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.2 % Acceptance Rate 42.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,984
109	Wichita State University	5.2	72.11	970 – 1,220	14184	44043	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 72% and around 25% of students will graduate within four......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.2 % Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
110	Evangel University	5.3	71.61	1,070 – 1,300	18748	39332	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Evangel University Springfield, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $18,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,332
111	Evangel University-College of Online Learning	5.3	45	--	19716	39332	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Evangel University-College of Online Learning Springfield, MO Found in Springfield, Evangel University-College of Online Learning accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Evangel University-College of Online Learning currently receive grant aid from the......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 45.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,332
112	Westminster College	5.3	77.58	1,080 – 1,240	26780	40992	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Westminster College Fulton, MO Located in Fulton, Westminster College accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Westminster College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,780 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,992
113	Hesston College	5.4	88.32	970 – 1,150	22691	46707	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hesston College Hesston, KS Hesston College offers up to Bachelor's degrees, with many students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. With a high 94% first year retention rate, 75% of students earn their degree within four years. A NJCAA Division II school, the Larks wear red and gold. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,707
114	Mercy College of Health Sciences	5.4	98.78	1,010 – 1,180	24881	53375	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mercy College of Health Sciences Des Moines, IA Located in Des Moines, Mercy College of Health Sciences accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 31% of students at Mercy College of Health Sciences currently receive institutional grant aid......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,881 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,375
115	Saint Cloud State University	5.4	94.95	970 – 1,220	14648	47215	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud, MN Based in Saint Cloud, Saint Cloud State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 52% of students at Saint Cloud State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
116	Southwest Minnesota State University	5.4	64.09	930 – 1,140	14839	43282	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall, MN Based in Marshall, Southwest Minnesota State University’s acceptance rate is 64%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at Southwest Minnesota State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 73%......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,282
117	Barclay College	5.5	54.49	930 – 1,110	25548	35820	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Barclay College Haviland, KS Located in Haviland, Barclay College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $15 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.5 % Acceptance Rate 54.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $25,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,820
118	Central Christian College of the Bible	5.5	70.91	930 – 1,080	13695	30223	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Christian College of the Bible Moberly, MO Based in Moberly, Central Christian College of the Bible accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $100 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Central Christian College of the Bible will receive institutional grant aid. 57% of students decide to......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.5 % Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $13,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,223
119	Maryville University of Saint Louis	5.5	95.08	970 – 1,210	26733	55047	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Maryville University of Saint Louis Saint Louis, MO Maryville University of Saint Louis is made up of six colleges and schools, including the School of Adult and Online Education focused on providing online, weekend, and evening courses....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.5 % Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,047
120	Saint Ambrose University	5.5	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.5 % Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
121	Missouri Baptist University	5.6	68.6	710 – 970	26117	38997	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Missouri Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending Missouri Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.6 % Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 710 – 970 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
122	Briar Cliff University	5.7	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.7 % Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
123	Clarke University	5.8	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.8 % Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
124	Missouri State University-Springfield	5.8	90.53	1,020 – 1,250	17104	40553	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield, MO Found in Springfield, Missouri State University-Springfield’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Missouri State University-Springfield currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.8 % Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,104 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,553
125	Southwestern College	5.8	74.43	900 – 1,110	27337	48034	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southwestern College Winfield, KS Based in Winfield, Southwestern College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.8 % Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $27,337 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,034
126	University of Missouri-St Louis	5.8	57.16	1,040 – 1,270	11577	47564	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, the University of Missouri-St Louis’s acceptance rate is 57%. Undergraduates have to send in $35 to apply. About 99% of students attending the University of Missouri-St Louis will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.8 % Acceptance Rate 57.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $11,577 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,564
127	Fontbonne University	5.9	95.03	970 – 1,210	19519	44150	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Fontbonne University Saint Louis, MO Found in Saint Louis, Fontbonne University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 64% and around 49% of students will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.9 % Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,519 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,150
128	Research College of Nursing	5.9	71.43	1,110 – 1,280	0	59213	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Research College of Nursing Kansas City, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.9 % Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
129	York University	5.9	47.63	850 – 1,170	20163	36447	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) York University York, NE Found in York, York University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.9 % Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,447
130	Midland University	6	66.92	950 – 1,210	24143	45145	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.0 % Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
131	Ottawa University-Kansas City	6	0	--	0	49139	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ottawa University-Kansas City Overland Park, KS Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.0 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
132	Ottawa University-Ottawa	6	80.03	860 – 1,100	28126	49139	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 25% and 26% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.0 % Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
133	Walden University	6	99.02	--	0	50657	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Walden University Minneapolis, MN Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.0 % Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,657
134	Chadron State College	6.1	0	--	13852	39139	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Chadron State College Chadron, NE Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.1 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,139
135	Friends University	6.1	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.1 % Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
136	Spurgeon College	6.1	94.33	1,040 – 1,190	25380	39712	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Spurgeon College Kansas City, MO Located in Kansas City, Spurgeon College’s acceptance rate is 94% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Spurgeon College, there is a 65% first year retention rate and 12% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.1 % Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $25,380 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,712
137	Northern State University	6.2	93.17	970 – 1,180	16873	41536	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northern State University Aberdeen, SD Located in Aberdeen, Northern State University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 83% of students at Northern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.2 % Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,873 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,536
138	Dakota State University	6.3	88.14	1,070 – 1,320	19115	46146	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dakota State University Madison, SD Based in Madison, Dakota State University accepts 88% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. About 79% of students at Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Dakota State University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 28% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.3 % Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,146
139	Emporia State University	6.3	97.71	970 – 1,180	15441	41389	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Emporia State University Emporia, KS Based in Emporia, Emporia State University accepts 98% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending Emporia State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Emporia State University, there is a 76% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.3 % Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,441 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,389
140	Upper Iowa University	6.3	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.3 % Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
141	Black Hills State University	6.4	95.31	970 – 1,180	16474	38927	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Black Hills State University Spearfish, SD Based in Spearfish, Black Hills State University’s acceptance rate is 95%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 58% of students at Black Hills State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,927
142	Cox College	6.4	71.43	1,180 – 1,210	0	58703	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Cox College Springfield, MO Based in Springfield, Cox College accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 0% of students attending Cox College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,703
143	Kansas State University	6.4	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
144	MidAmerica Nazarene University	6.4	78.8	940 – 1,140	29992	57433	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Located in Olathe, MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $20,496 on average. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $29,992 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
145	Mission University	6.4	59.54	1,010 – 1,140	21138	30600	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mission University Springfield, MO Found in Springfield, Mission University accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Mission University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,600
146	Ozark Christian College	6.4	98.19	1,040 – 1,280	17968	32528	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ozark Christian College Joplin, MO Located in Joplin, Ozark Christian College’s acceptance rate is 98%. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Ozark Christian College will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 81% and around 26% of students will graduate within four years. Three......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,968 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,528
147	Southwest Baptist University	6.4	99.72	970 – 1,210	19781	38855	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southwest Baptist University Bolivar, MO Located in Bolivar, Southwest Baptist University accepts 100% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,781 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,855
148	Avila University	6.5	87.8	890 – 1,080	17482	48975	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Avila University Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, Avila University accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Avila University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.5 % Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $17,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,975
149	McPherson College	6.5	76.76	970 – 1,160	25490	41446	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) McPherson College McPherson, KS Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.5 % Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $25,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,446
150	Stephens College	6.7	91.85	1,100 – 1,270	23261	36778	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Stephens College Columbia, MO Located in Columbia, Stephens College accepts 92% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students attending Stephens College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 89%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.7 % Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $23,261 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,778
151	Donnelly College	6.8	95.7	--	14923	34791	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Donnelly College Kansas City, KS Located in Kansas City, Donnelly College accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Donnelly College, there is a 64% first year retention rate and around......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,791
152	Park University	6.8	69.04	930 – 1,140	15637	50550	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Park University Parkville, MO Located in Parkville, Park University accepts 69% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 72% of students attending Park University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,550
153	Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences	6.8	100	1,080 – 1,140	25189	59213	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences Cape Girardeau, MO Found in Cape Girardeau, Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $25,189 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
154	University of Minnesota-Crookston	6.8	87.81	1,010 – 1,180	13442	51905	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston, MN Based in Crookston, the University of Minnesota-Crookston’s acceptance rate is 88%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 87% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,905
155	Missouri Valley College	7	52.69	900 – 1,070	18396	36902	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 53% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 41% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.0 % Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $18,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
156	Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies	7.1	87.14	--	14774	43860	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies Fayette, MO Found in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.1 % Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,774 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
157	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	7.1	56.86	940 – 1,140	25050	43860	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette, MO Located in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.1 % Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $25,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
158	Grand View University	7.3	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.3 % Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
159	Bemidji State University	7.4	91.31	1,040 – 1,180	16349	47469	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bemidji State University Bemidji, MN Located in Bemidji, Bemidji State University accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.4 % Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,349 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,469
160	University of Central Missouri	7.4	63.8	930 – 1,180	15728	41593	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Central Missouri Warrensburg, MO Based in Warrensburg, the University of Central Missouri’s acceptance rate is 64%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Central Missouri, there is a 73% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.4 % Acceptance Rate 63.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,593
161	Graceland University-Lamoni	7.5	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.5 % Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
162	Culver-Stockton College	7.7	65.18	--	22103	40673	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Culver-Stockton College Canton, MO Located in Canton, Culver-Stockton College’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Culver-Stockton College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.7 % Acceptance Rate 65.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,673
163	Kansas City Art Institute	7.7	54.76	890 – 1,230	30142	25529	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas City Art Institute Kansas City, MO Based in Kansas City, Kansas City Art Institute’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Kansas City Art Institute currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.7 % Acceptance Rate 54.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $30,142 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,529
164	Dakota Wesleyan University	7.8	72.77	970 – 1,250	21901	49432	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 840 out of 1,150 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.8 % Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
165	Northwest Missouri State University	7.8	86.13	970 – 1,180	15497	41695	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, MO Found in Maryville, Northwest Missouri State University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of students at Northwest Missouri State University currently receive institutional grant......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.8 % Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,695
166	Pittsburg State University	7.8	87.27	930 – 1,180	19357	43793	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, KS Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.8 % Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,357 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,793
167	University of Missouri-Kansas City	7.9	72.18	1,060 – 1,330	14201	50298	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, the University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.9 % Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,201 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,298
168	University of Dubuque	8	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.0 % Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
169	Peru State College	8.1	77.08	--	11855	39150	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Peru State College Peru, NE Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.1 % Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,855 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,150
170	Sterling College	8.5	89.16	1,000 – 1,180	22996	40722	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sterling College Sterling, KS Located in Sterling, Sterling College accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Sterling College will receive institutional grant aid. At Sterling College, there is a 50% first year retention rate and around 36% of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.5 % Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,722
171	Columbia College	8.6	88.78	930 – 1,120	22655	40747	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Columbia College Columbia, MO Based in Columbia, Columbia College’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 61% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.6 % Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,655 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,747
172	Central Christian College of Kansas	8.7	95.7	920 – 1,120	12217	37685	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Christian College of Kansas McPherson, KS Based in McPherson, Central Christian College of Kansas accepts 96% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students attending Central Christian College of Kansas will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.7 % Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,217 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,685
173	St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton	8.7	100	--	0	28788	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton Fenton, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.7 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,788
174	Waldorf University	8.8	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.8 % Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
175	Southeast Missouri State University	9.7	68.97	970 – 1,190	14843	38150	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.7 % Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
176	Mayville State University	10	78.25	890 – 1,180	14050	43597	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mayville State University Mayville, ND Based in Mayville, Mayville State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of students attending Mayville State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mayville State University, there is a 61% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.0 % Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,597
177	Ranken Technical College	10.1	0	--	16136	51342	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ranken Technical College Saint Louis, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.1 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,136 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,342
178	William Penn University	10.1	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.1 % Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
179	Capella University	10.2	94.83	--	16975	48500	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Capella University Minneapolis, MN Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.2 % Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,500
180	Saint Louis Community College	10.5	0	--	7173	30242	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Louis Community College Bridgeton, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.5 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,242
181	Kansas Wesleyan University	10.9	67.02	930 – 1,140	23419	44811	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas Wesleyan University Salina, KS Based in Salina, Kansas Wesleyan University’s acceptance rate is 67% and requires $200 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.9 % Acceptance Rate 67.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,419 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,811
182	Washburn University	10.9	100	890 – 1,140	12894	42881	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Washburn University Topeka, KS Based in Topeka, Washburn University’s acceptance rate is 100% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students at Washburn University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.9 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,894 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,881
183	Bethany College	11	78.6	960 – 1,120	29571	40805	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethany College Lindsborg, KS One of the oldest colleges in the state, Bethany College opened in 1881. 100% of students receive institutional grant aid and, as a NAIA Division II school, there are athletic scholarships available. Many choose to pursue degrees in Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 11.0 % Acceptance Rate 78.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $29,571 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,805
184	Herzing University-Minneapolis	11.7	93.82	--	15275	35295	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Herzing University-Minneapolis St. Louis Park, MN Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 11.7 % Acceptance Rate 93.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
185	Dunwoody College of Technology	12	55.4	930 – 1,210	24789	59069	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dunwoody College of Technology Minneapolis, MN Based in Minneapolis, Dunwoody College of Technology accepts 55% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 12.0 % Acceptance Rate 55.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,789 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,069
186	Missouri Western State University	12	99.96	890 – 1,140	12764	37499	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph, MO Found in Saint Joseph, Missouri Western State University’s acceptance rate is 100%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 80% of students at Missouri Western State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 54% and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 12.0 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,764 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,499
187	Trinity Bible College and Graduate School	12	36.22	--	20462	29234	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Trinity Bible College and Graduate School Ellendale, ND Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 12.0 % Acceptance Rate 36.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,234
188	Drury University	12.7	57.58	1,120 – 1,340	22194	37508	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drury University Springfield, MO Based in Springfield, Drury University’s acceptance rate is 58%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Drury University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 12.7 % Acceptance Rate 57.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,194 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,508
189	Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies	12.7	0	--	13749	37508	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies Springfield, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 12.7 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,749 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,508
190	Missouri Southern State University	13.9	97.06	950 – 1,200	11264	37866	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Southern State University Joplin, MO Found in Joplin, Missouri Southern State University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 72% of students attending Missouri Southern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 13.9 % Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $11,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,866
191	Rasmussen University-Kansas	14.5	100	--	17320	41436	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Rasmussen University-Kansas Topeka, KS Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 14.5 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,436
192	Rasmussen University-Minnesota	14.5	100	--	16397	41436	#192 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Rasmussen University-Minnesota St. Cloud, MN Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 14.5 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,436
193	National American University-Rapid City	14.9	48.14	--	22086	29641	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) National American University-Rapid City Rapid City, SD Found in Rapid City, National American University-Rapid City accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students attending National American University-Rapid City will receive institutional grant aid. At National American......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 14.9 % Acceptance Rate 48.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,641
194	Ozarks Technical Community College	15.7	0	--	6053	32525	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ozarks Technical Community College Springfield, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 15.7 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,053 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,525
195	Concorde Career College-Kansas City	17.2	98.83	--	27806	33845	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concorde Career College-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 17.2 % Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,806 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,845
196	Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College	17.4	85.19	--	10601	37251	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Cloquet, MN Found in Cloquet, Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications. About 8% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 17.4 % Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,251
197	Lincoln University	17.5	0	800 – 1,040	12673	32185	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Lincoln University Jefferson City, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 17.5 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score 800 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,185
198	Harris-Stowe State University	18.9	51.4	850 – 1,010	9302	26634	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Harris-Stowe State University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Harris-Stowe State University accepted 51% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 72% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 64% and its......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 18.9 % Acceptance Rate 51.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $9,302 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,634
199	Academy College	19.8	100	--	29280	45418	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Academy College Bloomington, MN Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 19.8 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,280 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,418
200	Bryan University	28.3	72.73	--	20259	28498	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bryan University Springfield, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 28.3 % Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,259 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,498
201	United Tribes Technical College	30.2	84.24	--	2541	21254	#201 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) United Tribes Technical College Bismarck, ND Located in Bismarck, United Tribes Technical College accepts 84% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 96% of students at United Tribes Technical College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 30.2 % Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,541 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,254