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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	0	--	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 -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,417
2	Dordt University	0.5	68.47	1,080 – 1,340	28486	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 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.5 % Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,486 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
3	Manhattan Christian College	0.7	100	970 – 1,180	24213	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 94% 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 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,213 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,023
4	Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science	0.7	39.01	--	12328	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 39.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,328 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	26756	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 47 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 $26,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
6	Carleton College	0.9	20.41	1,450 – 1,540	28047	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 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $28,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,989
7	College of Saint Benedict	0.9	91.52	1,050 – 1,280	28400	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 91.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,567
8	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	0.9	67.52	1,010 – 1,230	19733	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 68% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% 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 67.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $19,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
9	Macalester College	1.2	28.52	1,360 – 1,510	40225	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 Research and Experimental Psychology, Other....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.2 % Acceptance Rate 28.5% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $40,225 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	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	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 340 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 69% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.2 % Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $33,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
11	Creighton University	1.3	79.75	1,250 – 1,410	32636	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 $32,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,090
12	Concordia College at Moorhead	1.4	62.65	1,080 – 1,240	25190	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 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 84% 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 62.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $25,190 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	18974	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 $18,974 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,760
14	Northwestern Health Sciences University	1.4	55.56	--	36272	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 55.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,272 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	80.36	1,040 – 1,280	26347	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 39 majors and programs to choose from. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.6 % Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $26,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
17	Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing	1.7	72.45	1,140 – 1,280	0	71761	#17 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 72.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,761
18	Grinnell College	1.7	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	34363	49004	#18 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, Political Science and Government, 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......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $34,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
19	Gustavus Adolphus College	1.7	60.99	1,180 – 1,370	26094	51546	#19 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 5,290 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 3,230 of them. The college has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 61.0% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $26,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,546
20	Drake University	1.8	63.85	1,170 – 1,350	29565	58233	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drake University Des Moines, IA Located in Des Moines, Drake University accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.8 % Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $29,565 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
21	Nebraska Wesleyan University	1.8	79.82	1,110 – 1,290	21122	47667	#21 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 44 available majors and programs – Biology/Biological Sciences, 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 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,667
22	Bryan College of Health Sciences	1.9	67.37	1,010 – 1,180	25822	66305	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bryan College of Health Sciences Lincoln, NE Based in Lincoln, Bryan College of Health Sciences’s acceptance rate is 67%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 67% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 67.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $25,822 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,305
23	Clarkson College	1.9	78.18	1,010 – 1,110	18289	62339	#23 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 78% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 65% 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 78.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $18,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,339
24	Concordia University-Nebraska	1.9	85.72	1,020 – 1,240	24158	44527	#24 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 86% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $26,584 each. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,527
25	Doane University	1.9	98.01	1,040 – 1,210	26364	46009	#25 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 98% 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 $26,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,009
26	Saint Johns University	1.9	90.62	1,070 – 1,280	28504	59843	#26 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 86% first year retention rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,843
27	Logan University	2	64.29	910 – 1,110	21455	42378	#27 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 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 44% 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 64.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,378
28	Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health	2	73.41	1,080 – 1,210	21634	61249	#28 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 Based in Omaha, Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health’s acceptance rate is 73%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 86% of students decide to stay at Nebraska Methodist College of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,249
29	Saint Mary's University of Minnesota	2.1	92.78	1,080 – 1,310	22032	54549	#29 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 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,032 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,549
30	Simpson College	2.1	86.22	1,400 – 1,460	23282	49946	#30 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, $37,896 on average. Attending students enjoy an 12 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 86.2% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
31	Washington University in St Louis	2.1	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22408	78073	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Washington University in St Louis St. 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, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.1 % Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
32	Bethel University	2.2	87.8	1,120 – 1,310	31738	55145	#32 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 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 86% first year retention rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $31,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,145
33	Morningside University	2.4	71.04	710 – 1,110	24437	47687	#33 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 71.0% SAT Score 710 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
34	Wartburg College	2.4	75.84	1,070 – 1,280	24031	48795	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General 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 75.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
35	North Dakota State University	2.5	94.96	1,010 – 1,210	15596	54312	#35 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 72% 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 $15,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,312
36	Union Adventist University	2.5	100	980 – 1,170	24844	43853	#36 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 100.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,853
37	Hamline University	2.7	87.63	1,020 – 1,320	22390	47139	#37 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 88% 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 87.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,139
38	South Dakota State University	2.7	98.34	1,020 – 1,220	19932	49564	#38 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, $4,474 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 $19,932 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,564
39	Truman State University	2.8	83.77	1,210 – 1,400	13602	43966	#39 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 $13,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,966
40	University of North Dakota	2.8	76.9	1,050 – 1,250	18076	54588	#40 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 80% 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 $18,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,588
41	Cornell College	2.9	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#41 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 14 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 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
42	Hastings College	2.9	71.65	1,240 – 1,370	24406	45590	#42 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 72% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,590
43	Lindenwood University	2.9	56.84	1,110 – 1,310	20901	45711	#43 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 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
44	Maharishi International University	2.9	95.7	960 – 1,220	16281	26468	#44 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 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of students at Maharishi International University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $16,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,468
45	University of Northwestern-St Paul	2.9	93.47	1,030 – 1,310	29117	47544	#45 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 4 available programs and majors, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Psychology, and General 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 $29,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,544
46	Augustana University	3	67.75	1,090 – 1,290	24977	49826	#46 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. Business Administration and Management, General, Education, and General are the most popular majors on campus, and the school has a 12 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 $24,977 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,826
47	Luther College	3	71.54	1,100 – 1,370	24511	49541	#47 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. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 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 71.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
48	University of Mary	3	75.3	1,090 – 1,260	20156	50191	#48 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 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $20,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,191
49	Saint Louis University	3.1	75.04	1,210 – 1,410	27749	60716	#49 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 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $27,749 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,716
50	William Woods University	3.1	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#50 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 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% 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 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
51	Winona State University	3.1	75.49	1,010 – 1,220	18289	51288	#51 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 75.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,288
52	Bellevue University	3.2	0	--	16210	57732	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bellevue University Bellevue, NE Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,210 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,732
53	Missouri University of Science and Technology	3.2	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	17366	69295	#53 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 98% of students at Missouri University of Science and Technology currently receive grant aid from the school. 87% 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 $17,366 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,295
54	University of Minnesota Rochester	3.2	71	1,070 – 1,350	14953	62585	#54 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 77% 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 54% 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 $14,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,585
55	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	3.2	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	17209	57984	#55 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 $17,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
56	University of Iowa	3.3	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	21765	52696	#56 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 $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 72% 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 $21,765 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
57	North Central University	3.4	98.98	970 – 1,180	26363	37688	#57 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 99%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students attending North Central University currently receive grant aid from the school. At North Central University, there is a 82%......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $26,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,688
58	The College of Saint Scholastica	3.4	92.96	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#58 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 17% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
59	University of Jamestown	3.4	88.08	930 – 1,180	20510	51151	#59 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 99% 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 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,151
60	University of Minnesota-Morris	3.4	74.93	1,040 – 1,240	9677	43163	#60 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 94% 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 $9,677 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
61	University of Sioux Falls	3.4	82.89	1,050 – 1,220	21385	46712	#61 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 82.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,385 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,712
62	Valley City State University	3.4	99.07	930 – 1,180	12442	45820	#62 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 96% of students at Valley City State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 28% 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 $12,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,820
63	Minnesota State University, Mankato	3.5	88.44	1,080 – 1,210	18861	50098	#63 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 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of students attending Minnesota State University- Mankato currently receive institutional grant......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,861 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,098
64	Newman University	3.5	73.98	930 – 1,210	21050	47051	#64 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 74%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of students at Newman University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,051
65	University of Nebraska at Kearney	3.5	89.49	1,010 – 1,240	16287	43241	#65 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 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,241
66	Baker University	3.6	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#66 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 $20 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
67	Bethel College-North Newton	3.6	93.5	980 – 1,160	30406	40808	#67 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 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $30,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,808
68	Central College	3.6	86.17	1,050 – 1,240	23848	49115	#68 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 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
69	Coe College	3.6	64.04	1,130 – 1,330	20864	47136	#69 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 73%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
70	University of Minnesota Duluth	3.6	88.75	1,150 – 1,320	20128	52840	#70 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 $40 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 94% 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 43%......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,128 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,840
71	University of St Thomas	3.6	85.36	1,220 – 1,380	31250	62412	#71 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 85.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $31,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,412
72	Augsburg University	3.7	81.98	940 – 1,190	24561	48616	#72 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 48% 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 $24,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,616
73	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology	3.7	79.87	1,170 – 1,370	20267	62863	#73 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 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 75% of students attending South Dakota School of Mines and Technology currently receive......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,863
74	Bethany Lutheran College	3.8	38.97	1,080 – 1,240	21127	40652	#74 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. 49% of students will graduate within 4 years. The school offers generous aid packages. In fact, 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $19,865 on average. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 39.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,652
75	Calvary University	3.8	71.74	950 – 1,180	17066	33144	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Calvary University Kansas City, MO Based in Kansas City, Calvary University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 79% of students at Calvary University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,144
76	Iowa State University	3.8	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17779	53873	#76 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, 88% first year retention rate, and 52% 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 $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
77	Mount Mercy University	3.8	82.52	1,010 – 1,210	24347	52871	#77 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 83% 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 73% first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
78	William Jewell College	3.8	38.36	980 – 1,190	19294	54197	#78 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 18 - 24. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 38.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,197
79	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	3.9	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18322	47692	#79 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 $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
80	Webster University	3.9	86.23	990 – 1,230	29503	39656	#80 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 86% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Webster University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,656
81	Tabor College	4	64.58	960 – 1,140	20681	42896	#81 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 $50 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 40% of students will graduate within four years. Three common majors......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
82	College of Saint Mary	4.1	44.65	970 – 1,240	17078	59339	#82 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, $18,847 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 44.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,339
83	Concordia University-Saint Paul	4.1	78.87	1,110 – 1,310	18028	50646	#83 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 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,646
84	Crown College	4.1	22.78	970 – 1,150	27332	39003	#84 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 23%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% 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 22.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $27,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,003
85	Benedictine College	4.2	98.12	1,130 – 1,360	28629	45000	#85 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 98.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $28,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,000
86	Bismarck State College	4.2	0	--	10462	50401	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bismarck State College Bismarck, ND Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,401
87	University of Nebraska at Omaha	4.2	86.98	1,010 – 1,240	13662	45494	#87 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 $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 65% 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 87.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
88	University of Saint Mary	4.2	86.63	920 – 1,160	23020	54827	#88 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 99% 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 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,827
89	St Catherine University	4.3	91.85	1,040 – 1,240	20918	52795	#89 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 100% 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 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,795
90	University of South Dakota	4.3	98.78	1,020 – 1,220	19133	46290	#90 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 74% 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 $19,133 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,290
91	Cottey College	4.4	69.18	800 – 1,180	14704	32903	#91 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 69% 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 69.2% SAT Score 800 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,903
92	Minot State University	4.5	64.62	970 – 1,180	13092	46214	#92 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 83% 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 $13,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,214
93	Rockhurst University	4.5	69.59	1,010 – 1,240	25787	61371	#93 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, $34,562 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 69.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $25,787 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,371
94	University of Northern Iowa	4.5	92.74	1,010 – 1,250	16437	47222	#94 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 93% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 43% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
95	Minneapolis College of Art and Design	4.6	48.48	1,090 – 1,340	30305	35198	#95 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 48.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,305 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,198
96	University of Missouri-Columbia	4.6	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	22169	52756	#96 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 $22,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
97	Loras College	4.7	99.86	1,020 – 1,200	21631	46069	#97 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 32 programs to choose from. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a top choice. The private school also has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate. Founded in 1839, Loras College is the oldest institution of higher learning in the state. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.7 % Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
98	Metropolitan State University	4.8	98.71	890 – 1,080	16615	54828	#98 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 99% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 4% of students at Metropolitan State University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Metropolitan State University, there is a 68% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.8 % Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,828
99	St Luke's College	4.8	80	930 – 1,140	18248	54850	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Luke's College Sioux City, IA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.8 % Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,248 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,850
100	Wayne State College	4.9	0	--	16060	40857	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wayne State College Wayne, NE Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.9 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,060 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,857
101	Dickinson State University	5	37.02	890 – 1,090	14698	48628	#101 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 87% 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 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $14,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,628
102	Hannibal-LaGrange University	5	72.63	850 – 1,180	22685	41185	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hannibal-LaGrange University Hannibal, MO Located in Hannibal, Hannibal-LaGrange University accepts 73% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Hannibal-LaGrange University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,685 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,185
103	Fort Hays State University	5.1	90.26	970 – 1,180	13186	44428	#103 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 90% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.1 % Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,186 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
104	Minnesota State University Moorhead	5.1	58.76	970 – 1,210	18221	45873	#104 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 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.1 % Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,873
105	University of Kansas	5.1	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	19205	51217	#105 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 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 53% of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.1 % Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
106	Buena Vista University	5.2	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	19704	43572	#106 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, 76% first year retention rate, and 48% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.2 % Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
107	Mount Marty University	5.2	42.57	970 – 1,210	22242	46984	#107 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 $22,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,984
108	Wichita State University	5.2	93.95	930 – 1,220	14228	44043	#108 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 94%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and around 31% of students will graduate within four......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.2 % Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
109	Evangel University	5.3	71.61	1,080 – 1,280	19261	39332	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Evangel University Springfield, MO Located in Springfield, Evangel University accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Evangel University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,261 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,332
110	Westminster College	5.3	79.2	1,010 – 1,190	24358	40992	#110 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 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Westminster College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,358 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,992
111	Hesston College	5.4	0	--	22723	46707	#111 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 78% first year retention rate, 71% 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 -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,707
112	Mercy College of Health Sciences	5.4	99.71	890 – 1,080	28313	53375	#112 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 100% 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 16% 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 99.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $28,313 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,375
113	Saint Cloud State University	5.4	94.8	940 – 1,220	14735	47215	#113 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 78% 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 94.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
114	Southwest Minnesota State University	5.4	62.18	890 – 1,140	15547	43282	#114 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 62%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at Southwest Minnesota State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 74% and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % Acceptance Rate 62.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,547 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,282
115	Barclay College	5.5	50.98	920 – 1,150	29692	35820	#115 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 51% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 58% 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 51.0% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $29,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,820
116	Central Christian College of the Bible	5.5	21.35	890 – 1,070	14918	30223	#116 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 21% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Central Christian College of the Bible will receive institutional grant aid. 69% of students decide......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.5 % Acceptance Rate 21.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $14,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,223
117	Maryville University of Saint Louis	5.5	95.08	1,010 – 1,240	22983	55047	#117 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 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,983 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,047
118	Saint Ambrose University	5.5	77.33	980 – 1,190	25345	51616	#118 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, and Social Work. 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 $25,345 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
119	Missouri Baptist University	5.6	68.6	710 – 970	27623	38997	#119 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 98% 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 $27,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
120	Briar Cliff University	5.7	58.34	970 – 1,130	23263	48338	#120 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 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 64% first year retention rate. 100% of students typically receive around $28,425 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 58.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $23,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
121	Clarke University	5.8	71.83	900 – 1,180	26725	49157	#121 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 72%. 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 $24,838 each. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.8 % Acceptance Rate 71.8% SAT Score 900 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $26,725 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
122	Missouri State University-Springfield	5.8	90.53	1,020 – 1,250	17181	40553	#122 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 $72 for graduate applications. Approximately 79% 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 $17,181 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,553
123	Southwestern College	5.8	75.55	930 – 1,120	29488	48034	#123 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 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.8 % Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $29,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,034
124	University of Missouri-St Louis	5.8	62.67	1,020 – 1,290	14008	47564	#124 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 63%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown 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 62.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,564
125	Fontbonne University	5.9	95.03	970 – 1,210	0	44150	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Fontbonne University Saint Louis, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.9 % Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,150
126	Research College of Nursing	5.9	64.1	1,080 – 1,210	0	72771	#126 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 64.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,771
127	York University	5.9	51.88	890 – 1,130	21957	36447	#127 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 52% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% 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 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,957 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,447
128	Midland University	6	66.12	940 – 1,150	26643	45145	#128 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 66% 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 66.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $26,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
129	Ottawa University-Kansas City	6	0	--	0	49139	#129 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
130	Ottawa University-Ottawa	6	82.96	870 – 1,100	28185	49139	#130 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 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 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 58% and 22% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.0 % Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
131	Walden University	6	0	--	34282	50657	#131 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 -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $34,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,657
132	Chadron State College	6.1	0	--	13292	39139	#132 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 $13,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,139
133	Friends University	6.1	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#133 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 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown 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 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
134	Spurgeon College	6.1	96.4	1,040 – 1,190	23750	39712	#134 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 96% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Spurgeon College, there is a 81% first year retention rate and 18% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.1 % Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,750 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,712
135	Northern State University	6.2	93	970 – 1,180	15990	41536	#135 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 90% 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 93.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,536
136	Dakota State University	6.3	88.05	1,070 – 1,320	20438	46146	#136 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 30% 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 $20,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,146
137	Emporia State University	6.3	97.71	970 – 1,180	16094	41389	#137 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 84% of students attending Emporia State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Emporia State University, there is a 77% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.3 % Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,389
138	Upper Iowa University	6.3	96.46	930 – 1,140	20426	48776	#138 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 96% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 86% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.3 % Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
139	Black Hills State University	6.4	96.33	970 – 1,180	15576	38927	#139 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 96%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 55% 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 96.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,927
140	Cox College	6.4	100	780 – 1,140	0	58703	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Cox College Springfield, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 780 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,703
141	Kansas State University	6.4	81.69	1,050 – 1,280	20527	49330	#141 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 89% 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 81.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
142	MidAmerica Nazarene University	6.4	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#142 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 $21,399 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $32,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
143	Mission University	6.4	0	--	23118	30600	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mission University Springfield, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,600
144	Ozark Christian College	6.4	93.61	990 – 1,190	20807	32528	#144 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 94%. They require unknown 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 83% and around 29% of students will graduate within four......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 93.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $20,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,528
145	Southwest Baptist University	6.4	68.39	930 – 1,240	21336	38855	#145 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 68% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 93% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.4 % Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,336 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,855
146	Avila University	6.5	87.8	890 – 1,080	17004	48975	#146 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 99% 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 $17,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,975
147	McPherson College	6.5	76.76	970 – 1,180	27110	41446	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) McPherson College McPherson, KS Found in McPherson, McPherson College’s acceptance rate is 77%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending McPherson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.5 % Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $27,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,446
148	Stephens College	6.7	77.22	930 – 1,160	23194	36778	#148 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 77% 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 78%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.7 % Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,194 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,778
149	Donnelly College	6.8	0	--	11058	34791	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Donnelly College Kansas City, KS Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,791
150	Park University	6.8	69.04	930 – 1,140	19519	50550	#150 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 $35 for undergraduate applications. About 85% 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 $19,519 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,550
151	Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences	6.8	100	930 – 1,010	19390	60055	#151 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $19,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,055
152	University of Minnesota-Crookston	6.8	87.86	1,010 – 1,180	13490	51905	#152 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 92% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,905
153	Missouri Valley College	7	69.18	900 – 1,060	18923	36902	#153 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 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.0 % Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
154	Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies	7.1	87.53	1,010 – 1,210	14601	43860	#154 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 88% 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 87.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $14,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
155	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	7.1	56.87	940 – 1,140	22929	43860	#155 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 $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
156	Grand View University	7.3	99.09	930 – 1,110	22319	47582	#156 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 99%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 70% and 46% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.3 % Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,319 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
157	Bemidji State University	7.4	55.98	970 – 1,180	14859	47469	#157 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 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 69% 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 56.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,859 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,469
158	University of Central Missouri	7.4	63.8	930 – 1,180	14943	41593	#158 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 $30 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Central Missouri, there is a 74% first year retention rate and 39% 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 $14,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,593
159	Graceland University-Lamoni	7.5	80.83	890 – 1,170	19574	40792	#159 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. 55%......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.5 % Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
160	Culver-Stockton College	7.7	99.1	970 – 1,080	21996	40673	#160 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 99% 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 99.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,673
161	Kansas City Art Institute	7.7	54.76	1,040 – 1,280	27650	25529	#161 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 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,529
162	Dakota Wesleyan University	7.8	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#162 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 920 out of 1,250 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 73.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
163	Northwest Missouri State University	7.8	86.09	1,010 – 1,180	16790	41695	#163 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 . Approximately 91% of students at Northwest Missouri State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.8 % Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,695
164	Pittsburg State University	7.8	89.42	930 – 1,180	15111	43793	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, KS Found in Pittsburg, Pittsburg State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.8 % Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,793
165	University of Missouri-Kansas City	7.9	72.18	1,060 – 1,330	14748	50298	#165 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 91% 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 $14,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,298
166	University of Dubuque	8	88.63	980 – 1,200	26067	44960	#166 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 . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.0 % Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $26,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
167	Peru State College	8.1	0	--	11915	39150	#167 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 -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,915 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,150
168	Sterling College	8.5	48.17	970 – 1,170	23531	40722	#168 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 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown 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 27%......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.5 % Acceptance Rate 48.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $23,531 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,722
169	Columbia College	8.6	47.14	1,040 – 1,250	21530	40747	#169 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 47%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 62% 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 47.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,747
170	Central Christian College of Kansas	8.7	52.71	920 – 1,120	12143	37685	#170 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 53% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% 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 52.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,685
171	St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton	8.7	80	--	24395	28788	#171 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 80.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,395 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,788
172	Waldorf University	8.8	76.98	930 – 1,090	19766	50515	#172 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 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 44% first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.8 % Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $19,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
173	Southeast Missouri State University	9.7	73.52	850 – 1,040	16185	38150	#173 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 73.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $16,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
174	Mayville State University	10	71.23	890 – 1,180	11069	43597	#174 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 71% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Mayville State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mayville State University, there is a 81% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.0 % Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,597
175	Ranken Technical College	10.1	0	--	18286	51342	#175 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 $18,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,342
176	William Penn University	10.1	51.88	890 – 1,110	22740	40189	#176 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 $22,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
177	Capella University	10.2	100	--	17199	48500	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Capella University Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, Capella University accepts 100% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 0% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.2 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,199 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,500
178	Saint Louis Community College	10.5	0	--	9181	30242	#178 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 $9,181 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,242
179	Kansas Wesleyan University	10.9	71.9	1,010 – 1,170	22930	44811	#179 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 72% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.9 % Acceptance Rate 71.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,811
180	Washburn University	10.9	95.51	1,010 – 1,180	11488	42881	#180 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 96% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% 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 95.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,881
181	Bethany College	11	56	860 – 1,090	28192	40805	#181 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 Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 11.0 % Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $28,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,805
182	Herzing University-Minneapolis	11.7	93.75	--	16741	35295	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Herzing University-Minneapolis St. Louis Park, MN Located in St. Louis Park, Herzing University-Minneapolis’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students attending Herzing University-Minneapolis will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 11.7 % Acceptance Rate 93.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,741 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
183	Dunwoody College of Technology	12	98.87	970 – 1,240	26192	59069	#183 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 99% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 12.0 % Acceptance Rate 98.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,069
184	Missouri Western State University	12	0	--	13126	37499	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph, MO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 12.0 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,499
185	Trinity Bible College and Graduate School	12	25.75	970 – 1,240	19720	29234	#185 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 Found in Ellendale, Trinity Bible College and Graduate School accepted 26% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 12.0 % Acceptance Rate 25.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,234
186	Drury University	12.7	57.58	1,120 – 1,340	21903	37508	#186 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 . 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 $21,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,508
187	Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies	12.7	0	--	12389	37508	#187 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 $12,389 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,508
188	Missouri Southern State University	13.9	97.03	950 – 1,200	11626	37866	#188 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 $35 for undergraduate applications. About 70% 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 97.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $11,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,866
189	Rasmussen University-Kansas	14.5	71.95	--	23980	41436	#189 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 72.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,980 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,436
190	Rasmussen University-Minnesota	14.5	83.27	--	17667	41436	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Rasmussen University-Minnesota St. Cloud, MN Found in St. Cloud, Rasmussen University-Minnesota accepts 83% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 24% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Rasmussen University-Minnesota, there is a 100% first year retention rate and 0% of students will graduate in......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 14.5 % Acceptance Rate 83.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,436
191	National American University-Rapid City	14.9	0	--	31062	29641	#191 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 14.9 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,062 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,641
192	Ozarks Technical Community College	15.7	0	--	8042	32525	#192 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 $8,042 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,525
193	Concorde Career College-Kansas City	17.2	96.33	--	29651	33845	#193 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 96.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,845
194	Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College	17.4	0	--	11723	37251	#194 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 Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 17.4 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,251
195	Lincoln University	17.5	0	--	14002	32185	#195 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 -- Avg. Net Price $14,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,185
196	Harris-Stowe State University	18.9	47.84	850 – 1,010	9418	26634	#196 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 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 18.9 % Acceptance Rate 47.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $9,418 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,634
197	Bryan University	28.3	90.79	--	21211	28498	#197 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 90.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,498
198	United Tribes Technical College	30.2	0	--	4431	21254	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) United Tribes Technical College Bismarck, ND Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 30.2 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,431 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,254