2026 College Rankings

Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable

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

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Rank	Institution	Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year)	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University	0.2	0	--	0	110661	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Brooklyn, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.2 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $110,661
2	University of Nebraska Medical Center	0.2	0	--	0	70417	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
3	Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences	0.3	52.69	1,120 – 1,390	30232	112685	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Albany, NY Found in Albany, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.3 % Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $30,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $112,685
4	MGH Institute of Health Professions	0.3	0	--	0	56898	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable MGH Institute of Health Professions Boston, MA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.3 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,898
5	Plaza College	0.3	30	--	19860	32282	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Plaza College Forest Hills, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.3 % Acceptance Rate 30.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,282
6	Rush University	0.3	0	--	0	86865	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Rush University Chicago, IL Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.3 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,865
7	Upstate Medical University	0.3	0	--	0	83990	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Upstate Medical University Syracuse, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.3 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,990
8	Case Western Reserve University	0.4	36.54	1,430 – 1,530	44000	75613	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Case Western Reserve University Cleveland, OH Case Western Reserve University is known as the “Yale of the West,” as its campus imitated Yale’s. 88% receive grant aid to help offset the cost, or $40,221 on average. A NCAA Division III with football school, the Spartans often compete in Basketball, Football, and Soccer. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.4 % Acceptance Rate 36.5% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $44,000 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $75,613
9	Medical University of South Carolina	0.4	0	--	0	77677	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Medical University of South Carolina Charleston, SC Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.4 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $77,677
10	Thomas Jefferson University	0.4	80.97	1,170 – 1,340	29325	64335	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, PA In 2017, Thomas Jefferson University merged with nearby Philadelphia University. Today, the school has more than 160 undergraduate and graduate programs available to its students, who are known as the Rams....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.4 % Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $29,325 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,335
11	Bob Jones University	0.5	86.16	1,030 – 1,270	19624	40892	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bob Jones University Greenville, SC “Petimus Credimus” is the Latin motto of Bob Jones University, which means “We Seek, We Trust.” The school offers up to the doctor’s degree, though most of the students study at the undergraduate level. Many undergraduates will study Business Administration and Management, Accounting, and Registered Nursing....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.5 % Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $19,624 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,892
12	Bentley University	0.5	45.05	1,290 – 1,430	45802	86679	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bentley University Waltham, MA A private school, Bentley University offers students up to Doctor's degrees. It originally opened as the Bentley School of Accounting and Finance, and today many students choose to major in Finance, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.5 % Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $45,802 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,679
13	Beloit College	0.6	63.04	1,200 – 1,410	24455	41660	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Beloit College Beloit, WI Beloit College’s campus is located next to the Rock River, just north of the Illinois and Wisconsin border. With an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a six-year graduation rate of 71%, Beloit’s most popular major is Biology/Biological Sciences, General....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.6 % Acceptance Rate 63.0% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $24,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,660
14	Manhattan Christian College	0.7	100	970 – 1,180	24213	40023	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
15	Samuel Merritt University	0.6	55.83	1,020 – 1,200	0	56709	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Samuel Merritt University Oakland, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.6 % Acceptance Rate 55.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,709
16	The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston	0.6	0	--	0	89371	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Houston, TX Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.6 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,371
17	Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science	0.7	39.01	--	12328	74758	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
18	Northwestern University	0.7	7.69	1,500 – 1,560	26830	76844	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Northwestern University Evanston, IL A founding member of the Big Ten Conference, top sports for the Wildcats include Football, Basketball, and Swimming and Diving (combined). Willie the Wildcat cheers them on and the colors are purple and white....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.7 % Acceptance Rate 7.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,830 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,844
19	Oregon Health & Science University	0.7	0	--	0	99818	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Oregon Health & Science University Portland, OR Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.7 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,818
20	Rice University	0.7	8	1,510 – 1,570	23589	79751	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Rice University Houston, TX A private, doctoral/research college, Rice University sits on a 300-acre campus in Houston. The school is known for its research collaboration with NASA, and today 16 Rice faculty and alumni have served as astronauts or NASA Administrators....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.7 % Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $23,589 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
21	San Francisco Conservatory of Music	0.7	54.91	910 – 1,230	43746	23988	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable San Francisco Conservatory of Music San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, San Francisco Conservatory of Music accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $100 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at San Francisco Conservatory of Music will receive institutional grant aid. The......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.7 % Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $43,746 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,988
22	The New England Conservatory of Music	0.7	41.1	830 – 830	50367	18830	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable The New England Conservatory of Music Boston, MA Found in Boston, The New England Conservatory of Music accepts 41% of applicants and requests $125 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of students attending The New England Conservatory of Music currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.7 % Acceptance Rate 41.1% SAT Score 830 – 830 Avg. Net Price $50,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $18,830
23	Wesleyan University	0.7	16.49	1,440 – 1,540	23025	60385	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.7 % Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
24	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	0.9	67.52	1,010 – 1,230	19733	33372	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
25	Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing	1	57.14	830 – 1,010	0	58741	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing Richmond, VA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 57.1% SAT Score 830 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,741
26	Wake Forest University	0.8	21.67	1,430 – 1,510	24401	67722	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Wake Forest University Winston-Salem, NC Based in Winston-Salem, Wake Forest University accepts 22% of applicants. They require $85 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 34% of students at Wake Forest University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.8 % Acceptance Rate 21.7% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $24,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,722
27	Wellesley College	0.8	14.05	1,460 – 1,560	22174	65961	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Wellesley College Wellesley, MA Wellesley College is a private women’s liberal arts college going back to 1870. It’s the largest women’s college, and it has seen famous alumni including Hillary Clinton, Madeleine Albright, and Katharine Lee Bates. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.8 % Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,174 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,961
28	Whitman College	0.8	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	37633	45594	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 10 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.8 % Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $37,633 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
29	William & Mary	0.8	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	19686	62959	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.8 % Acceptance Rate 34.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,686 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
30	Bucknell University	0.9	28.93	1,330 – 1,470	39003	78852	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bucknell University Lewisburg, PA Bucknell University was founded in 1846 and has a proud tradition of fostering diversity and inclusion. Most students are undergraduates and they enjoy a cozy 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, Bucknell has 743 athletes competing in several sports, such as Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.9 % Acceptance Rate 28.9% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $39,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,852
31	Carleton College	0.9	20.41	1,450 – 1,540	28047	53989	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
32	Carnegie Mellon University	0.9	11.66	1,500 – 1,570	35552	105360	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA Some popular majors at Carnegie Mellon University include Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Computer Science. A merger in 1900 between Carnegie Institute of Technology and the Mellon Institute of Industrial Research created the school we know today....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.9 % Acceptance Rate 11.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $35,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,360
33	DigiPen Institute of Technology	0.9	64.42	1,180 – 1,390	41779	58771	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable DigiPen Institute of Technology Redmond, WA The DigiPen Institute of Technology has 7 areas of study available to students, with a focus on computer science, music, animation, and similar fields. A private for-profit university, it also has campuses in Singapore and Spain. The school's DigiPen Academy has a Youtube and adult education program dedicated to STEM fields. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.9 % Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $41,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,771
34	Kalamazoo College	0.9	75.32	1,140 – 1,370	26956	46137	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Kalamazoo College Kalamazoo, MI Kalamazoo College is the leading producer of Peace Corps members out of small liberal arts colleges. Its motto is “Lux Esto,” which is Latin for “Be Light.” Many of K College’s faculty hold a terminal degree in their field. Students follow the “K Plan” – an academic plan that focuses on liberal arts, study abroad, and community. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.9 % Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $26,956 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,137
35	Lehigh University	0.9	25.93	1,380 – 1,500	34154	88810	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Lehigh University Bethlehem, PA Lehigh University’s motto is “Homo minister et interpres naturae,” which is Latin for “Man, the servant and interpreter of nature.” Known as the Mountain Hawks, student athletes wearing brown and white often compete in Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse. Clutch the Mountain Hawk is their mascot. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.9 % Acceptance Rate 25.9% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $34,154 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,810
36	Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans	0.9	0	--	0	74290	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans New Orleans, LA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.9 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,290
37	University of Pennsylvania	0.9	5.4	1,510 – 1,580	23570	90555	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 99% first year retention rate, and 88% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 0.9 % Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $23,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
38	Jewish Theological Seminary of America	1.5	48.61	1,440 – 1,580	58152	53468	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Jewish Theological Seminary of America New York, NY The Jewish Theological Seminary of America's main building is located along the Hudson River. Though many alumni have gone onto careers in theology, several others have also had notable careers in music, academia, and politics. JTS has a 96% first year retention rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 48.6% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $58,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
39	Dartmouth College	1	5.4	1,490 – 1,570	20322	82541	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $20,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
40	George Washington University	1	47.09	1,370 – 1,500	46485	71607	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable George Washington University Washington, DC George Washington University was chartered by the United States Congress in 1821. George Washington personally advocated for a national university in the capital until his death. Alumni include J. Edgar Hoover, Belva Ann Lockwood, J. William Fulbright, and several foreign leaders....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 47.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $46,485 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,607
41	Juniata College	1	78.91	1,130 – 1,330	24580	48571	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Juniata College Huntingdon, PA Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular major at Juniata College, but many students design their own programs. The school sits on 800 acres and boasts an 11 to 1 student to faculty ratio. Juniata also has an extensive study abroad program and it’s motto is “Veritas Liberat,” or “Truth Sets Free.” Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,571
42	MCPHS University	1	85.21	1,170 – 1,410	41506	77171	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable MCPHS University Boston, MA Located in Boston, MCPHS University’s acceptance rate is 85%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At MCPHS University, there is a 74% first year retention rate and a 50% four year graduation rate....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $41,506 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $77,171
43	New College of Florida	1	73.2	1,070 – 1,250	9078	32611	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable New College of Florida Sarasota, FL Found in Sarasota, New College of Florida accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at New College of Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $9,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,611
44	Stanford University	1	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	25078	102887	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $25,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
45	Union College	1	43.92	1,320 – 1,480	42137	63219	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 90%, and 80% will graduate within four years. 85% graduate in six. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 43.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,137 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
46	West Coast University-Los Angeles	1	92.31	--	51736	59213	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable West Coast University-Los Angeles North Hollywood, CA Located in North Hollywood, West Coast University-Los Angeles accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 40% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 100% of students decide to stay at West Coast......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $51,736 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
47	West Coast University-Miami	1	100	--	32539	59213	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable West Coast University-Miami Doral, FL Located in Doral, West Coast University-Miami’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students attending West Coast University-Miami currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At West Coast University-Miami, there is a 60% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $32,539 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
48	West Coast University-Ontario	1	88.1	--	47368	59213	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable West Coast University-Ontario Ontario, CA Located in Ontario, West Coast University-Ontario accepts 88% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students attending West Coast University-Ontario will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 89% and 57% of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $47,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
49	West Coast University-Orange County	1	95.35	--	28081	96114	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable West Coast University-Orange County Anaheim, CA Located in Anaheim, West Coast University-Orange County’s acceptance rate is 95% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students attending West Coast University-Orange County currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 95.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,114
50	West Coast University-Texas	1	100	--	25417	96114	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable West Coast University-Texas Richardson, TX Based in Richardson, West Coast University-Texas’s acceptance rate is 100%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 17% of students at West Coast University-Texas will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 50% and 67% of students will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,417 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,114
51	Yale University	1	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	22408	81765	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.0 % Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
52	Holy Apostles College and Seminary	1.6	100	--	10117	63721	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Holy Apostles College and Seminary Cromwell, CT Found in Cromwell, Holy Apostles College and Seminary accepts 100% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students at Holy Apostles College and Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.6 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
53	Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science	1.7	45.74	1,010 – 1,110	17570	59213	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science Cincinnati, OH Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 45.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
54	Loma Linda University	1.8	0	--	0	88185	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Loma Linda University Loma Linda, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.8 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,185
55	Clarkson College	1.9	78.18	1,010 – 1,110	18289	62339	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
56	Massachusetts Institute of Technology	1.1	4.55	1,520 – 1,590	20996	131633	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge, MA The Massachusetts Institute of Technology, or MIT, offers up to a Doctor's degree. It became a land grant-college in 1863. Top majors include Management Science, Computer Science, and Mechanical Engineering. Alumni have gone on to found well-known companies, such as Intel, Koch Industries, Raytheon, and Hewlett-Packard. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.1 % Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $131,633
57	Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health	2	73.41	1,080 – 1,210	21634	61249	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
58	Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center	1.1	30.23	--	0	84007	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Lubbock, TX Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.1 % Acceptance Rate 30.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,007
59	University of Maryland- Baltimore	1.1	0	--	0	82754	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Maryland- Baltimore Baltimore, MD Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.1 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,754
60	University of Wisconsin-Madison	1.1	45.2	1,360 – 1,480	14235	61275	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.1 % Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,235 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
61	Williams College	1.1	8.25	1,500 – 1,560	15894	71754	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Williams College Williamstown, MA Although it was originally founded as a men’s college in 1793, Williams College is composed of 47% men and 50% women today. It was created out of the funds of Ephraim Williams, who died in the French and Indian War. The college received 15,000 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 1,270. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.1 % Acceptance Rate 8.3% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $15,894 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,754
62	American Jewish University	2.1	96	980 – 1,100	0	50863	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable American Jewish University Los Angeles, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.1 % Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,863
63	Mount Carmel College of Nursing	2.1	84.29	930 – 1,080	10065	60785	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Mount Carmel College of Nursing Columbus, OH Found in Columbus, Mount Carmel College of Nursing accepts 84% of applicants. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 50% of students at Mount Carmel College of Nursing will receive grant aid from the school. At Mount Carmel College of Nursing, there is a 81% first year retention rate and 58% of students will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.1 % Acceptance Rate 84.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,065 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,785
64	Butler University	1.2	85.08	1,190 – 1,370	38438	61627	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Butler University Indianapolis, IN 443 of students participate in varsity sports at Butler University, a NCAA Division I-FCS school. Some popular options include Basketball, Soccer, and Football. The Bulldogs have a live mascot – a bulldog named Butler Blue IV. 97% of students receive grant aid to help them afford the cost of attendance. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.2 % Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $38,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,627
65	Cornell University	1.2	8.76	1,490 – 1,570	26361	87830	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 96% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.2 % Acceptance Rate 8.8% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
66	Furman University	1.2	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	34086	50796	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.2 % Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $34,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
67	Lewis & Clark College	1.2	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	37999	43608	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.2 % Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $37,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
68	Quinnipiac University	1.2	72.15	1,160 – 1,330	40632	65744	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Quinnipiac University Hamden, CT Located in Hamden, Quinnipiac University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Quinnipiac University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Quinnipiac University, there is a 89% first year retention rate and around 73% of undergraduates will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.2 % Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $40,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,744
69	United States Merchant Marine Academy	1.2	34.24	1,110 – 1,320	4101	96770	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,370 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.2 % Acceptance Rate 34.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $4,101 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
70	University of Chicago	1.2	4.48	1,510 – 1,570	28060	80870	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Chicago Chicago, IL The University of Chicago receives 43,600 applications annually and the school is considered extremely selective. It's made up of an undergraduate college and five graduate research divisions. UChicago also has campuses all over the world, from Hong Kong to Paris....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.2 % Acceptance Rate 4.5% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $28,060 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,870
71	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	1.2	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	116360	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
72	University of Richmond	1.2	22.2	1,440 – 1,540	30037	67927	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Richmond University of Richmond, VA “Verbum Vitae et Lumen Scientiae” or “Word of life and light of knowledge” is the University of Richmond’s motto. 23% of accepted students go on to attend in the fall. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, 405 athletes are cheered on by WebstUR the Spider. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.2 % Acceptance Rate 22.2% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $30,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,927
73	Brigham Young University-Idaho	2.3	95.75	1,010 – 1,230	8528	40447	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Brigham Young University-Idaho Rexburg, ID Based in Rexburg, Brigham Young University-Idaho accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending Brigham Young University-Idaho will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.3 % Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $8,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
74	Beth Medrash Govoha	1.3	0	--	0	51059	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Beth Medrash Govoha Lakewood, NJ Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.3 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,059
75	Bowdoin College	1.3	7.13	1,470 – 1,550	22228	61692	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.3 % Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
76	Brown University	1.3	5.39	1,510 – 1,570	26256	79131	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.3 % Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,256 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
77	George Mason University	1.3	87.48	1,170 – 1,370	18823	60536	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable George Mason University Fairfax, VA Found in Fairfax, George Mason University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 45% of students at George Mason University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.3 % Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $18,823 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,536
78	Oberlin College	1.3	34.18	1,380 – 1,520	51624	38871	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Oberlin College Oberlin, OH In the United States, Oberlin College is the oldest coeducational liberal arts college and its Conservatory of Music is the oldest operational conservatory. 72% of students will graduate within four years (83% within six). Oberlin’s motto is “Learning and Labor.” Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.3 % Acceptance Rate 34.2% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $51,624 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,871
79	Pacific University	1.3	89.56	940 – 1,290	35235	46936	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.3 % Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $35,235 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
80	University of Mary Washington	1.3	79.78	1,190 – 1,380	21800	49411	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg, VA Located in Fredericksburg, the University of Mary Washington accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . About 94% of students attending the University of Mary Washington will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.3 % Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $21,800 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,411
81	Vanderbilt University	1.3	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	25186	73909	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Social Sciences, General, Computer Science, and Econometrics and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.3 % Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $25,186 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
82	Union Adventist University	2.5	100	980 – 1,170	24844	43853	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
83	Bates College	1.4	13.32	1,420 – 1,530	24723	59202	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 91% first year retention rate, 88% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 13.3% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
84	Denison University	1.4	17.39	1,350 – 1,480	43721	51352	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Denison University Granville, OH Denison University is extremely selective - about 24% of accepted students enrolling. With an 89% first year retention rate and 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 85% will graduate in six years....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 17.4% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $43,721 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,352
85	Harvard University	1.4	3.65	1,510 – 1,590	17525	99572	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 3.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $17,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
86	Middlebury College	1.4	10.75	1,460 – 1,550	26233	57291	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Middlebury College Middlebury, VT The first operating higher education institution in Vermont was Middlebury College, founded in 1800. It’s also the first in the United States to award a bachelor’s degree to an African American (in 1823). Although it was originally all-male, the school started admitting women in 1883. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 10.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $26,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,291
87	Northwestern Health Sciences University	1.4	55.56	--	36272	43760	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
88	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	1.4	63.47	1,380 – 1,510	38887	83054	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $38,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
89	Riverside College of Health Careers	1.4	12.9	--	20744	59213	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Riverside College of Health Careers Newport News, VA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 12.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,744 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
90	The College of New Jersey	1.4	62.29	1,150 – 1,350	25580	62649	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable The College of New Jersey Ewing, NJ The College of New Jersey was founded in 1855 and originally called the New Jersey State Normal School. It received its current name in 1996. The college has a first year retention rate of 91%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,649
91	University of Denver	1.4	77.81	1,270 – 1,430	45451	57118	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Denver Denver, CO The University of Denver is home to the Evans Memorial Chapel, the oldest building on campus and the oldest Protestant church in the city. It has a student-to-faculty ratio of 9 to 1 and a first year retention rate of 89%. DU’s motto is “Pro Scientia et Religione,” or “For Knowledge and Spirit.” Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $45,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,118
92	University of Southern California	1.4	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	43412	74461	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $43,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
93	Ursinus College	1.4	91.77	1,220 – 1,390	32158	54542	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Ursinus College Collegeville, PA 100% of students at Ursinus College receive grant aid, around $44,754 per student. The school sits on a 170-acre campus and has several programs that promote STEM, including the Supporting Inclusive Excellence Program and Science in Motion....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.4 % Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $32,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,542
94	Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing	2.7	0	--	0	57542	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing Peoria, IL Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,542
95	Colby College	1.5	7.09	1,460 – 1,540	16219	60052	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Colby College Waterville, ME Colby College is a private liberal arts school and home to the Perkins Arboretum and Bird Sanctuary. It boasts a strong student-to-faculty of 9 to 1, a 94% first year retention rate, and an 84% four-year graduation rate....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,219 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,052
96	Colgate University	1.5	13.88	1,450 – 1,530	28736	64949	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Colgate University Hamilton, NY Colgate University is known as a “Hidden Ivy” and a “Little Ivy.” It regularly makes lists naming it one of the most beautiful campuses in the United States. Most Colgate students study as undergraduates, but the school also offers master’s degrees in Teaching and Religious Studies. Maroon and white are the official colors. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 13.9% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $28,736 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,949
97	Colorado College	1.5	18.47	1,270 – 1,460	36123	47611	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Colorado College Colorado Springs, CO Scientia et Disciplina is the Latin motto of Colorado College which means “Learning through Hard Work.” It’s an extremely selective school – 30% of accepted students enroll. With over 80 undergraduate majors available, Political Science and Government, General is a common option. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $36,123 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,611
98	Denver College of Nursing	1.5	70	--	0	59213	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Denver College of Nursing Denver, CO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 70.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
99	Denver College of Nursing-Houston	1.5	0	--	0	80184	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Denver College of Nursing-Houston Houston, TX Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,184
100	Pitzer College	1.5	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34979	51784	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 36% enrolled. 78% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 85% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,979 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
101	Princeton University	1.5	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	15313	87815	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $15,313 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
102	Simmons University	1.5	69.98	1,230 – 1,410	28691	61420	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Simmons University Boston, MA Simmons University is a private women’s institution, though the graduate school does admit men. It was founded as a college in 1899 and became a university in 2018. Simmons has an 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 85% first year retention rate. 100% of students receive institutional grant aid. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 70.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $28,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,420
103	St Lawrence University	1.5	54.34	1,290 – 1,430	33216	55037	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable St Lawrence University Canton, NY Found in Canton, St Lawrence University accepts 54% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 54.3% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $33,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,037
104	The Juilliard School	1.5	9.15	--	45099	22129	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable The Juilliard School New York, NY The Juilliard School is a performing arts conservatory. Students learn dance, drama, and music, with Stringed Instruments being the most popular major. Some famous alumni are Robin Williams, Ving Rhames, Val Kilmer, and Viola Davis. The institution is extremely selective, and it has a 63% yield. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $45,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,129
105	Tufts University	1.5	11.49	1,470 – 1,560	32367	68337	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Tufts University Medford, MA Opened in 1852 as Tufts College, Tufts University is a small liberal arts school. It became a doctoral/research university in the 1970s. The university offers over 70 undergraduate major programs. International Relations and Affairs, Computer Science, and Dentistry are popular areas of study. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 11.5% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $32,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,337
106	University of California-Los Angeles	1.5	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	14512	59063	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $14,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
107	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	1.5	15.34	1,350 – 1,520	10154	57057	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the flagship of the state’s school system. Enrolling students in 1795, it’s also one of the oldest public schools in the United States. UNC became coeducational in 1877 and began admitting African-American graduate students in 1951. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 15.3% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $10,154 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,057
108	University of Virginia-Main Campus	1.5	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	18427	72359	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA Thomas Jefferson founded The University of Virginia, and the school’s Board of Visitors also included James Monroe and James Madison. The school's well known for its secret societies and sport accomplishments. The Cavaliers, who wear orange and blue, have over 30 championship wins. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $18,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
109	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	1.5	75.5	1,110 – 1,280	14712	49626	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 37% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
110	Washington & Jefferson College	1.5	80.64	1,010 – 1,270	22702	52082	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Washington & Jefferson College Washington, PA Washington & Jefferson College came about in 1865 when Washington College and Jefferson College, both founded in the early 1800s, merged. The 60-acre campus is home to McMillan Hall, which was built in 1793, and the school was featured in the Netflix show, “Mindhunter.” 74% of students graduate within six years. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.5 % Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,702 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,082
111	Whitworth University-Adult Degree Programs	3.1	28.57	--	0	49510	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Whitworth University-Adult Degree Programs Spokane, WA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.1 % Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
112	Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster	3.2	41.21	1,050 – 1,220	38730	66438	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster Lancaster, PA Based in Lancaster, Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster’s acceptance rate is 41% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 5% of students at Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 81% and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 41.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $38,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,438
113	Southern Adventist University	3.2	65.5	1,020 – 1,250	25753	44818	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Southern Adventist University Collegedale, TN Located in Collegedale, Southern Adventist University’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Southern Adventist University currently receive institutional grant aid. 83% of students decide to stay at Southern Adventist......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $25,753 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,818
114	Allen College	1.6	100	1,040 – 1,210	0	65078	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
115	Alliant International University-San Diego	1.6	0	--	0	58542	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Alliant International University-San Diego San Diego, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.6 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
116	Gettysburg College	1.6	38.9	1,290 – 1,460	32769	57274	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Gettysburg College Gettysburg, PA Located in Gettysburg, Gettysburg College accepts 39% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students attending Gettysburg College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.6 % Acceptance Rate 38.9% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $32,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,274
117	Mount Sinai Phillips School of Nursing	1.6	66.67	--	0	99344	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Mount Sinai Phillips School of Nursing New York, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.6 % Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,344
118	Babson College	1.7	17.09	1,400 – 1,530	32019	60556	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Babson College Wellesley, MA Babson College began as an all-male school in 1919, originally known as Babson Institute, and became coeducational in 1969. It has an astounding 95% first year retention rate and 90% four year graduation rate. The only available undergraduate major is Business Administration and Management, General....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 17.1% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $32,019 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,556
119	Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing	1.7	72.45	1,140 – 1,280	0	58378	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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 $58,378
120	Dickinson College	1.7	42.09	1,330 – 1,460	38483	57110	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 42% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 96% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 42.1% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $38,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
121	Endicott College	1.7	71.21	1,200 – 1,350	41394	57286	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Endicott College Beverly, MA Located in Beverly, Endicott College accepts 71% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 96% of students attending Endicott College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $41,394 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,286
122	Grinnell College	1.7	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	34363	49004	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
123	Hobart William Smith Colleges	1.7	63.99	1,220 – 1,400	34170	62416	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Hobart William Smith Colleges Geneva, NY Located in Geneva, Hobart William Smith Colleges accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Hobart William Smith Colleges, there is a 86% first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $34,170 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,416
124	Ithaca College	1.7	69.01	1,240 – 1,390	35253	46305	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Ithaca College Ithaca, NY Based in Ithaca, Ithaca College’s acceptance rate is 69%. They request $60 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Ithaca College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $35,253 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,305
125	Johns Hopkins University	1.7	6.44	1,520 – 1,580	26017	86306	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD Johns Hopkins University was founded in 1876 and named for its first benefactor. The first research university in the country, its motto in Latin is “veritas vos liberabit,” or “the truth will set you free.” The Blue Jays men’s lacrosse team plays in the Big Ten Conference as an affiliate member and has over 40 national titles....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 6.4% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,306
126	Marist University	1.7	56.51	1,200 – 1,360	42508	62546	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Marist University Poughkeepsie, NY Located in Poughkeepsie, Marist University accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending Marist University will receive grant aid from the school. At Marist University, there is a 86% first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 56.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $42,508 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,546
127	New England Institute of Technology	1.7	66.73	920 – 1,140	36947	44363	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable New England Institute of Technology East Greenwich, RI Found in East Greenwich, New England Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students attending New England Institute of Technology will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $36,947 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,363
128	SUNY College at Geneseo	1.7	66.45	1,200 – 1,360	19115	51097	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 66%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 95% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.7 % Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $19,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
129	Baptist Health Sciences University	3.5	82.02	930 – 1,110	11348	59224	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Baptist Health Sciences University Memphis, TN Based in Memphis, Baptist Health Sciences University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 39% of students attending Baptist Health Sciences University currently receive institutional grant......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,348 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,224
130	Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education	3.7	0	--	34897	50495	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education Kirkland, WA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $34,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,495
131	Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences	1.8	69.32	1,110 – 1,310	0	67602	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences Quincy, IL Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.8 % Acceptance Rate 69.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,602
132	Calvary University	3.8	71.74	950 – 1,180	17066	33144	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
133	Chatham University	1.8	61.96	1,080 – 1,320	31280	48709	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Chatham University Pittsburgh, PA Chatham University is a private liberal arts college initially founded in 1869 as a college to empower women. Today, the campus is made up of 63% women and 36% men. Top majors among students include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Counseling Psychology, and Occupational Therapy/Therapist. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.8 % Acceptance Rate 62.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $31,280 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,709
134	Colorado School of Mines	1.8	60.69	1,330 – 1,480	29925	82950	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Colorado School of Mines Golden, CO The programs offered at Colorado School of Mines are all focused on energy and environment, so all available majors are in STEM fields. The Orediggers are led on by their mascots Marvin the Miner and Blaster the Burro....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.8 % Acceptance Rate 60.7% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $29,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,950
135	Drake University	1.8	63.85	1,170 – 1,350	29565	58233	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
136	Toccoa Falls College	3.8	65.96	1,000 – 1,210	21955	33131	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Toccoa Falls College Toccoa Falls, GA Found in Toccoa Falls, Toccoa Falls College accepts 66% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 86% of students attending Toccoa Falls College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,955 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,131
137	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	1.8	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	17574	73762	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.8 % Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $17,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
138	Ensign College	3.9	0	--	12505	43320	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Ensign College Salt Lake City, UT Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,505 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,320
139	Bryan College of Health Sciences	1.9	67.37	1,010 – 1,180	25822	66305	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
140	Bryn Mawr College	1.9	29.43	1,300 – 1,500	33221	53102	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bryn Mawr College Bryn Mawr, PA Bryn Mawr College is an extremely selective school. Part of the Seven Sisters College Consortium, it has a 92% first year retention rate and an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Veritatem Dilexi,” which is Latin for “I Delight in the Truth.” Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 29.4% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $33,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,102
141	Columbia University in the City of New York	1.9	3.99	1,510 – 1,570	22520	88535	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 4.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $22,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
142	Doane University	1.9	98.01	1,040 – 1,210	26364	46009	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
143	Franklin and Marshall College	1.9	28.19	1,330 – 1,470	43987	62544	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Franklin and Marshall College accepts 28% of applicants. They request $62 for undergraduate applications and . About 80% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 28.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $43,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,544
144	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	1.9	14.07	1,370 – 1,530	15918	89432	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA Also referred to as Georgia Tech, the Georgia Institute of Technology was founded in 1885 as part of the Reconstruction plans post-Civil War. At first, it only provided degrees in Mechanical Engineering. By 1901, it also offered Chemical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $15,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,432
145	Lawrence University	1.9	63.94	1,190 – 1,410	27161	40653	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Lawrence University Appleton, WI Lawrence University, founded in 1847 as one of the nation’s first coeducational institutions, offers a rigorous liberal arts and sciences education alongside its world-renowned Conservatory of Music....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $27,161 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,653
146	St. Mary's College of Maryland	1.9	68.63	1,160 – 1,350	21071	52286	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable St. Mary's College of Maryland St. Mary's City, MD Founded in 1840, St. Mary’s College of Maryland was originally known as St. Mary’s Female Seminary. It shares its campus with Historic St. Mary’s City, which was the state’s first colony and capital. A majority of students attending today are female, but the school has been co-educational since 1949. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,286
147	University of Miami	1.9	18.9	1,340 – 1,480	45397	61508	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Miami Coral Gables, FL The University of Miami is extremely selective and has a first year retention rate of 94%. With 183 available majors and programs, Law is a common choice. The school’s library system has over 4 million volumes, 4 million microforms, and 1.6 million electronic books. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 18.9% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $45,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,508
148	Yeshiva University	1.9	55.62	1,340 – 1,490	39681	60252	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Yeshiva University New York, NY Yeshiva University has four undergraduate schools: Yeshiva College, Stern College for Women, Katz School of Science and Health, and Syms School of Business. The main campus is in Manhattan, but campuses, buildings, and facilities can also be found throughout other New York City boroughs and in Israel. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 1.9 % Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $39,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,252
149	Mercy College of Ohio	4	93.22	840 – 1,040	15311	61877	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Mercy College of Ohio Toledo, OH Found in Toledo, Mercy College of Ohio accepts 93% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of students at Mercy College of Ohio will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $15,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,877
150	Baldwin Wallace University	2	75.7	1,090 – 1,320	27991	44972	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Baldwin Wallace University Berea, OH Baldwin Wallace University is a private liberal arts and sciences university found in 1845. The school boasts a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 84% first year retention rate....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $27,991 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,972
151	Barnard College	2	8.84	1,460 – 1,550	26407	60411	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Barnard College New York, NY Barnard College is a private women’s liberal arts college located on the banks of the Hudson River. It was founded in response to Columbia University not admitting women. Today, it’s part of the Seven Sisters, an association of women’s liberal arts colleges. Their motto is "Following the Way of Reason” in Greek. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 8.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $26,407 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,411
152	Boston University	2	11.11	1,430 – 1,530	24420	65655	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Boston University Boston, MA Boston University got its start in 1839 in Vermont as the Newbury Biblical Institute. It moved to Boston in 1867. Today, the university is one of the largest employers in the city. Famous individuals associated with the school include Elie Wiesel, Martin Luther King Jr., William Howard Taft, and Howard Stern. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 11.1% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $24,420 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,655
153	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	2	31.32	1,230 – 1,420	17453	72358	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 31.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
154	Clarkson University	2	77.36	1,210 – 1,400	32406	76970	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Clarkson University Potsdam, NY Found in Potsdam, Clarkson University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Clarkson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $32,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,970
155	Elon University	2	66.35	1,140 – 1,290	44440	58082	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Elon University Elon, NC Found in Elon, Elon University’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires $60 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 77% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $44,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,082
156	Emerson College	2	51.31	1,290 – 1,430	53432	42799	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Emerson College Boston, MA Based in Boston, Emerson College accepts 51% of applicants and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 76% of students attending Emerson College currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $26,068 on average. The first year retention rate is 87%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $53,432 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,799
157	Illinois Institute of Technology	2	54.93	1,200 – 1,440	24796	70803	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Illinois Institute of Technology accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Illinois Institute of Technology currently receive grant aid from the......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $24,796 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,803
158	James Madison University	2	71.52	1,180 – 1,340	18856	57438	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA Found in Harrisonburg, James Madison University accepts 72% of applicants and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 27% of students at James Madison University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 92% and 66% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,856 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,438
159	Logan University	2	64.29	910 – 1,110	21455	42378	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
160	University of California-San Diego	2	26.71	1,290 – 1,490	14047	65669	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate 26.7% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $14,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
161	Walsh College	2	0	--	0	64114	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Walsh College Troy, MI Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.0 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,114
162	AdventHealth University	4.3	33.72	1,030 – 1,150	29658	63230	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable AdventHealth University Orlando, FL Based in Orlando, AdventHealth University accepted 34% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At AdventHealth University, there is a 64% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 33.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $29,658 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,230
163	Trinity College of Florida	4.3	91.89	830 – 1,030	15529	29914	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Trinity College of Florida Trinity, FL Found in Trinity, Trinity College of Florida accepts 92% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of students attending Trinity College of Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 830 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $15,529 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,914
164	Bennington College	2.1	44.53	1,320 – 1,420	34220	24711	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bennington College Bennington, VT Bennington College, sitting on 440 acres, was originally a women’s college when it was founded in 1932 and became coeducational in 1969. Today, the school is still predominantly female (75% of undergraduates are women). Of attending students, 100% receive grant aid — $53,064 on average. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.1 % Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $34,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,711
165	Lake Forest College	2.1	56.81	1,240 – 1,410	31225	51324	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Lake Forest College Lake Forest, IL A liberal arts college, Lake Forest College is located just a half mile from Lake Michigan and 30 miles north of Chicago. With over 30 majors available, many students choose to major in Business/Commerce, General, followed by Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Speech......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.1 % Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $31,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,324
166	New York University	2.1	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30325	64543	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.1 % Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,325 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
167	University of New Hampshire at Manchester	2.1	80.87	980 – 1,240	9760	53671	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of New Hampshire at Manchester Manchester, NH The University of New Hampshire at Manchester has programs that focus on urban issues. Two popular majors include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Business/Commerce, and General. According to the UNH Manchester website, it has a 94% placement rate for graduates....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.1 % Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,671
168	University of New Hampshire-Main Campus	2.1	88.16	1,110 – 1,340	24999	53671	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of New Hampshire-Main Campus Durham, NH Found in Durham, the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 88% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. About 96% of students attending the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus, there is a 87% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.1 % Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,671
169	Washington University in St Louis	2.1	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22408	78073	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
170	Willamette University	2.1	77.09	1,270 – 1,450	29421	38932	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 76% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 34 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.1 % Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $29,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
171	Appalachian Bible College	4.5	77.78	980 – 1,130	13435	52139	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Appalachian Bible College Mount Hope, WV Found in Mount Hope, Appalachian Bible College accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Appalachian Bible College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $13,435 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,139
172	Mount Saint Mary's University	4.5	73.13	910 – 1,120	27368	61335	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Mount Saint Mary's University Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, Mount Saint Mary's University’s acceptance rate is 73% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.5 % Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $27,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,335
173	University of Holy Cross	4.6	73.66	890 – 1,080	14420	46296	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Holy Cross New Orleans, LA Based in New Orleans, the University of Holy Cross’s acceptance rate is 74%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 76% of students at the University of Holy Cross will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.6 % Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,420 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,296
174	Cleveland Institute of Music	2.2	47.31	--	29683	60883	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Cleveland Institute of Music Cleveland, OH Based in Cleveland, Cleveland Institute of Music accepts 47% of applicants. They charge $125 for undergraduate applications and $125 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 90% and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,683 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,883
175	Nazareth University	2.2	74.72	1,090 – 1,340	30785	47717	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 95% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
176	Occidental College	2.2	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	48400	52209	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $48,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
177	State University of New York at Cortland	2.2	59.79	1,100 – 1,250	19847	46535	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable State University of New York at Cortland Cortland, NY Based in Cortland, State University of New York at Cortland accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at State University of New York at Cortland will receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students decide to stay at State University of New York at Cortland after......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,847 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,535
178	University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences	2.2	0	--	0	66491	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Little Rock, AR Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,491
179	University of Colorado Colorado Springs	2.2	97.35	1,020 – 1,230	16942	45766	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, CO Located in Colorado Springs, the University of Colorado Colorado Springs accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. Approximately 73% of students at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $16,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,766
180	University of Maryland-College Park	2.2	44.79	1,410 – 1,540	16581	67785	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
181	University of Puget Sound	2.2	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	43188	46802	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 98% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $43,188 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
182	University of Rochester	2.2	40.08	1,410 – 1,530	40462	68333	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Rochester Rochester, NY The University of Rochester was founded in 1850 and is tucked in the bends of the Genesee River. Alumni and faculty have won Nobel Prizes, Grammy Awards, Pulitzer Prizes, and more. The school has an 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 91% first year retention rate, and 89% six year graduation rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 40.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $40,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,333
183	University of Wisconsin-River Falls	2.2	81.72	1,010 – 1,240	14769	46524	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Wisconsin-River Falls River Falls, WI University of Wisconsin, River Falls, opened as the River Falls State Normal School in 1874. In 1971, it joined the state university system. The oldest building on campus, South Hall, dates back to 1898 and is named on the National Register of Historic Places. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,524
184	Washington College	2.2	56.89	1,160 – 1,400	29830	48763	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Washington College Chestertown, MD The Washington College dates back to 1723 when it began as the Kent County Free School, making it the 10th oldest college in the United States. It was also the first college chartered after the American Revolution, and George Washington was heavily involved in the founding. The school received its current name in 1782. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $29,830 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,763
185	Washington and Lee University	2.2	13.97	1,450 – 1,530	23055	76516	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA Originally known as the Augusta Academy and established in 1749, it would later be named after George Washington and Robert E. Lee, the latter of which was the president of the school for five years....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,516
186	Westminster University	2.2	66.57	1,130 – 1,340	26844	52994	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Westminster University Salt Lake City, UT Westminster College became Westminster University in 2023. Over 50 Olympians have studied at the school. During the 2014 Olympics, 23 Westminster students were part of Team USA – 18 in 2018. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most sought after program at the school. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.2 % Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,994
187	Alaska Pacific University	4.7	96.45	870 – 1,160	21960	47803	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Alaska Pacific University Anchorage, AK Found in Anchorage, Alaska Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Alaska Pacific University will receive grant aid from the school. At Alaska Pacific University, there is a 68% first year retention rate......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.7 % Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $21,960 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,803
188	St Luke's College	4.8	80	930 – 1,140	18248	54850	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
189	Bellin College	2.3	97.18	1,010 – 1,180	37954	72118	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bellin College Green Bay, WI Located in Green Bay, Bellin College accepts 97% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of students attending Bellin College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.3 % Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $37,954 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,118
190	Claremont McKenna College	2.3	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	33895	87603	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.3 % Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $33,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
191	Clark University	2.3	39.54	1,310 – 1,460	33865	49022	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Clark University Worcester, MA Found in Worcester, Clark University’s acceptance rate is 40%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 99% of students at Clark University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 86% of students decide to stay at Clark......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.3 % Acceptance Rate 39.5% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $33,865 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,022
192	Connecticut College	2.3	37.04	1,360 – 1,490	45700	49165	#192 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Connecticut College New London, CT Found in New London, Connecticut College accepted 37% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 90%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.3 % Acceptance Rate 37.0% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $45,700 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,165
193	New York School of Interior Design	2.3	62.89	1,050 – 1,280	46633	49907	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable New York School of Interior Design New York, NY Based in New York, New York School of Interior Design accepts 63% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 10% of students attending New York School of Interior Design currently receive grant aid from the school. At New York School of Interior Design, there is a 100% first year retention rate and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.3 % Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $46,633 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,907
194	Nova Southeastern University	2.3	73.21	1,030 – 1,310	31858	58153	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale, FL Based in Fort Lauderdale, Nova Southeastern University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Nova Southeastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.3 % Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $31,858 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,153
195	University of California-Irvine	2.3	28.57	1,240 – 1,440	15889	56210	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.3 % Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $15,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
196	University of Redlands	2.3	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28482	61686	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 66% go on to graduate within six years. There are 65 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.3 % Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
197	University of Vermont	2.3	65.3	1,320 – 1,440	20084	48164	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Vermont Burlington, VT Based in Burlington, the University of Vermont accepts 65% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $55 to apply. Approximately 93% of students attending the University of Vermont currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.3 % Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $20,084 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,164
198	Arlington Baptist University	5	0	--	25267	32206	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Arlington Baptist University Arlington, TX Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,206
199	Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University	5	98.7	1,040 – 1,180	16432	55851	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 41% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University, there is a 64%......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.0 % Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,432 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,851
200	Bradley University	2.4	76.76	1,120 – 1,330	23787	59114	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bradley University Peoria, IL Found in Peoria, Bradley University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Bradley University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 83% and its four year graduation......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $23,787 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,114
201	Cleveland Institute of Art	2.4	61.35	1,050 – 1,310	30837	33148	#201 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Cleveland Institute of Art Cleveland, OH Based in Cleveland, Cleveland Institute of Art accepts 61% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students attending Cleveland Institute of Art will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 61.4% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $30,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,148
202	Elizabethtown College	2.4	77.87	1,110 – 1,320	27760	54833	#202 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Elizabethtown College Elizabethtown, PA Although Elizabethtown College has “College” in its name, it grants up to Doctor's degrees. With 19 academic departments and 62 areas of study to choose from, in-demand programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Occupational Therapy/Therapist, and Behavioral Sciences....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $27,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,833
203	Milwaukee School of Engineering	2.4	58.93	1,180 – 1,380	25669	75114	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Milwaukee School of Engineering Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, Milwaukee School of Engineering’s acceptance rate is 59% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Milwaukee School of Engineering will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 84%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 58.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $75,114
204	National Louis University	2.4	95.05	850 – 930	13150	43562	#204 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable National Louis University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, National Louis University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 18% of students attending National Louis University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 50% and 23% of students will graduate in four years. The top three......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 850 – 930 Avg. Net Price $13,150 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,562
205	Skidmore College	2.4	21.05	1,360 – 1,480	31187	46923	#205 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Skidmore College Saratoga Springs, NY Skidmore College is an extremely school – it received 11,900 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted just 2,500 of them. Skidmore offers up to Bachelor's degrees, with many students majoring in Business/Commerce, General. It also has a 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 21.1% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $31,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,923
206	The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art	2.4	20.71	1,300 – 1,510	26283	39707	#206 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art New York, NY The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, also known as Cooper Union, is a private engineering and technology school. Offering only a few majors including Fine/Studio Arts, Engineering Studies, and Architecture, the school also boasts a high first year retention rate of 92% and has a 8 to 1 student to faculty......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 20.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $26,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,707
207	The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio	2.4	80	--	0	73887	#207 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,887
208	The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston	2.4	0	--	0	82535	#208 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston Galveston, TX Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,535
209	University of Massachusetts Global	2.4	92.86	--	30523	55438	#209 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Massachusetts Global Aliso Viejo, CA Located in Aliso Viejo, the University of Massachusetts Global accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 31% of students at the University of Massachusetts Global will receive......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,523 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,438
210	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	2.4	89.38	1,080 – 1,310	16266	54825	#210 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Located in Platteville, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 72% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.4 % Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $16,266 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
211	Trinity Baptist College	5.2	53.28	840 – 1,030	19921	33640	#211 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Trinity Baptist College Jacksonville, FL Based in Jacksonville, Trinity Baptist College’s acceptance rate is 53%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 82% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.2 % Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 840 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $19,921 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,640
212	Kuyper College	5.3	69.1	940 – 1,170	17669	33956	#212 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Kuyper College Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Kuyper College accepts 69% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Kuyper College will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 59%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,956
213	Luther Rice College & Seminary	5.3	91.67	--	27883	39300	#213 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Luther Rice College & Seminary Lithonia, GA Located in Lithonia, Luther Rice College & Seminary accepts 92% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 0% of students at Luther Rice College & Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.3 % Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,883 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,300
214	Brandeis University	2.5	40.5	1,400 – 1,520	43550	52967	#214 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Brandeis University Waltham, MA Brandeis University is named for Louis Brandeis, a former Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. Students and athletes are appropriately named, going by the Judges. Their mascots are The Judge and Ollie the Owl....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.5 % Acceptance Rate 40.5% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $43,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,967
215	Centre College	2.5	54.36	1,210 – 1,440	23860	50073	#215 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Centre College Danville, KY Centre College’s motto is “Doctrina Lux Mentis,” or “Learning is the Light of the Mind.” Offering up to Bachelor's degrees, the school has 26 degree programs, with Economics, Other being the most sought after. Centre also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 10 to 1. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.5 % Acceptance Rate 54.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $23,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,073
216	Hampshire College	2.5	75.28	1,160 – 1,350	27895	22195	#216 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Hampshire College Amherst, MA Students at Hampshire College follow an alternative curriculum. Instead of an emphasis on GPAs and curriculum, the school places more focus on portfolios, evaluations, and progressive education. 100% of students receive grant aid, averaging about $46,145 each. Alumni include Jon Krakauer, Ken Burns, and Lupita Nyong’o. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.5 % Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,195
217	Haverford College	2.5	12.37	1,460 – 1,550	26535	53353	#217 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Haverford College Haverford, PA Haverford College is a liberal arts school founded in 1833 by the Religious Society of Friends, also known as Quakers. It’s part of the Tri-College Consortium, so students can attend classes at nearby schools: Bryn Mawr and Swarthmore....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.5 % Acceptance Rate 12.4% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $26,535 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,353
218	North Dakota State University	2.5	94.96	1,010 – 1,210	15596	54312	#218 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
219	Smith College	2.5	21	1,430 – 1,540	27305	45731	#219 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Smith College Northampton, MA Located just west of the Connecticut River, Smith College is among the largest women’s colleges in the US. It doesn’t cost anything to apply as an undergraduate. Students enjoy a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 94% first year retention rate. Notable alumni include Julia Child, Gloria Steinman, and Sylvia Plath. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.5 % Acceptance Rate 21.0% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $27,305 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,731
220	Hebrew Theological College	5.4	57.14	1,040 – 1,140	16158	32793	#220 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Hebrew Theological College Skokie, IL Located in Skokie, Hebrew Theological College accepts 57% of applicants and requests $100 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 67% of students attending Hebrew Theological College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.4 % Acceptance Rate 57.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,793
221	Hesston College	5.4	0	--	22723	46707	#221 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
222	Mercy College of Health Sciences	5.4	99.71	890 – 1,080	28313	53375	#222 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
223	Bloomfield College of Montclair State University	2.6	69.74	780 – 950	27410	47944	#223 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bloomfield College of Montclair State University Bloomfield, NJ Based in Bloomfield, Bloomfield College of Montclair State University’s acceptance rate is 70%. Undergraduates have to send in $65 to apply. Approximately 46% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score 780 – 950 Avg. Net Price $27,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
224	Kenyon College	2.6	31.03	1,380 – 1,490	46859	46627	#224 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Kenyon College Gambier, OH Kenyon College has produced Rhodes Scholars, Truman Scholarship winners, Fulbright recipients, and Marshall Scholarship winners. Famous alumni include Rutherford B. Hayes, Paul Newman, and Bill Watterson. The school is extremely selective and has a 92% first year retention rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 31.0% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $46,859 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,627
225	Manhattan School of Music	2.6	40.78	--	51767	18815	#225 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Manhattan School of Music New York, NY Found in New York, Manhattan School of Music’s acceptance rate is 41% and requires $125 for undergraduate applications and $125 for graduate applications. About 87% of students attending Manhattan School of Music currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 40.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $51,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $18,815
226	McDaniel College	2.6	77.93	1,060 – 1,250	24497	47879	#226 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable McDaniel College Westminster, MD McDaniel College, originally founded in 1867 as Western Maryland College, is a private liberal arts school. 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $40,721 on average. With a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 58 will graduate in 4 years....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,879
227	Montclair State University	2.6	87.89	910 – 1,210	17669	47944	#227 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Montclair State University Montclair, NJ Found in Montclair, Montclair State University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 59% of students attending Montclair State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
228	Rhode Island School of Design	2.6	18.66	1,400 – 1,530	43492	45932	#228 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Rhode Island School of Design Providence, RI The Rhode Island School of Design was founded to expand access to design education to women. Today, 74% of the undergraduate class consists of women. The main 123-acre campus is located on the Providence River, but many buildings and facilities, including the library, can now be found downtown. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 18.7% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $43,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,932
229	Roger Williams University	2.6	87.71	1,150 – 1,320	38779	53845	#229 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 100% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $38,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
230	Roseman University of Health Sciences	2.6	0	--	0	55993	#230 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Roseman University of Health Sciences Henderson, NV Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,993
231	Sarah Lawrence College	2.6	61.73	1,270 – 1,430	43629	57703	#231 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Sarah Lawrence College Bronxville, NY Found in Bronxville, Sarah Lawrence College accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students attending Sarah Lawrence College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $43,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,703
232	Unity Environmental University	2.6	81.8	--	18454	31698	#232 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Unity Environmental University New Gloucester, ME Located in New Gloucester, Unity Environmental University accepts 82% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 0% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 36%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,454 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,698
233	Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	2.6	54.78	1,290 – 1,450	24912	67377	#233 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA The Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is more commonly known as Virginia Tech. Students are known as Hokies and wear Chicago maroon and burnt orange to show off their school spirit. They compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Virginia Tech's motto is "That I May Serve." Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 54.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $24,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,377
234	Washington State University	2.6	86.64	1,030 – 1,220	18171	53510	#234 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $90 for graduate applications. About 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and 41% of students will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.6 % Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
235	Baptist University of Florida	5.5	35.99	930 – 1,170	15753	31489	#235 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Baptist University of Florida Graceville, FL Located in Graceville, Baptist University of Florida accepts 36% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 75% of students at Baptist University of Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 45%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.5 % Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,753 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,489
236	Barclay College	5.5	50.98	920 – 1,150	29692	35820	#236 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
237	Central Christian College of the Bible	5.5	21.35	890 – 1,070	14918	30223	#237 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
238	Faith International University	5.5	100	--	25165	52989	#238 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Faith International University Tacoma, WA Based in Tacoma, Faith International University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 80% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $2,325 on average. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.5 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,989
239	Bryan University	2.7	100	--	20323	32146	#239 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bryan University Tempe, AZ Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,323 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,146
240	Bryant University	2.7	65.46	1,200 – 1,330	42139	66488	#240 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $42,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
241	Carolinas College of Health Sciences	2.7	59.9	950 – 1,380	52023	59817	#241 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Carolinas College of Health Sciences Charlotte, NC Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $52,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,817
242	Christopher Newport University	2.7	86.04	1,080 – 1,300	23148	51931	#242 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Christopher Newport University Newport News, VA Based in Newport News, Christopher Newport University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students decide to stay at Christopher Newport University......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $23,148 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,931
243	College of the Atlantic	2.7	70.17	1,240 – 1,430	21829	53774	#243 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable College of the Atlantic Bar Harbor, ME Based in Bar Harbor, the College of the Atlantic’s acceptance rate is 70% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at the College of the Atlantic currently receive institutional grant aid. 85% of students decide to stay at the College of the Atlantic after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $21,829 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,774
244	Crestpoint University	2.7	0	--	14930	34769	#244 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Crestpoint University Phoenix, AZ Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,769
245	DePauw University	2.7	57.19	1,230 – 1,420	31411	58476	#245 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable DePauw University Greencastle, IN DePauw University was founded in 1837 as Indiana Asbury University. Its motto is “Decus lumenque reipublicae collegium,” which is Latin for “The college is the splendor and light of the common good.” Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, and Computer Science are commonly chosen majors. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 57.2% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $31,411 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,476
246	Drexel University	2.7	79.44	1,250 – 1,440	42801	69063	#246 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Drexel University Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Drexel University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 90% and its four year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $42,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,063
247	Georgia College & State University	2.7	78.23	1,090 – 1,240	21632	50644	#247 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Georgia College & State University Milledgeville, GA Found in Milledgeville, Georgia College & State University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 9% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,644
248	Golden Gate University	2.7	87.5	--	0	81704	#248 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Golden Gate University San Francisco, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,704
249	Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School	2.7	55.89	1,070 – 1,280	25940	36747	#249 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School accepted 56% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,747
250	Longwood University	2.7	90.22	1,030 – 1,220	20847	46058	#250 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Longwood University Farmville, VA Located in Farmville, Longwood University accepts 90% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 90% of students at Longwood University currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $7,486 on average. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 90.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,847 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,058
251	Maryland Institute College of Art	2.7	76.79	1,120 – 1,350	47834	33451	#251 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Maryland Institute College of Art Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, Maryland Institute College of Art’s acceptance rate is 77%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Maryland Institute College of Art currently receive grant aid from the school. At Maryland Institute College of Art, there is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $47,834 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,451
252	Massachusetts Maritime Academy	2.7	94.7	1,040 – 1,200	13546	80424	#252 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Massachusetts Maritime Academy Buzzards Bay, MA The second oldest state maritime academy in the country, the Massachusetts Maritime Academy was founded in 1891. Its motto is “Discipline, Knowledge, Leadership.” Students train on the USTS Kennedy and select one of the 7 programs. Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering is the most popular. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $13,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,424
253	Pillar College	5.7	39.76	--	8024	37885	#253 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Pillar College Newark, NJ Based in Newark, Pillar College accepts 40% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 89% of students at Pillar College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Pillar College, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.7 % Acceptance Rate 39.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,024 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,885
254	Sentara College of Health Sciences	2.7	50.49	--	0	78992	#254 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Sentara College of Health Sciences Chesapeake, VA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 50.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,992
255	South Dakota State University	2.7	98.34	1,020 – 1,220	19932	49564	#255 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
256	University of La Verne	2.7	71.17	990 – 1,230	21530	53806	#256 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 71%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 64% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
257	University of the Pacific	2.7	71.32	1,180 – 1,470	31670	62672	#257 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of the Pacific Stockton, CA Located in Stockton, the University of the Pacific accepts 71% of applicants and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at the University of the Pacific will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $31,670 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,672
258	Worcester Polytechnic Institute	2.7	60.16	1,200 – 1,390	47372	85038	#258 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA Located in Worcester, Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s acceptance rate is 60%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Worcester Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid. At Worcester Polytechnic Institute, there is a 94%......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.7 % Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $47,372 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,038
259	Andrews University	5.9	81.85	1,020 – 1,270	24728	43254	#259 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Andrews University Berrien Springs, MI Based in Berrien Springs, Andrews University’s acceptance rate is 82% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of students attending Andrews University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 83% and its four......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 5.9 % Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $24,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,254
260	Kettering College	6	76.54	1,010 – 1,180	22036	60692	#260 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Kettering College Kettering, OH Located in Kettering, Kettering College accepts 77% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $6,854 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.0 % Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,692
261	Ottawa University-Kansas City	6	0	--	0	49139	#261 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
262	Dallas Christian College	6.1	21.8	810 – 1,070	24001	39868	#262 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Dallas Christian College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Dallas Christian College accepts 22% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Dallas Christian College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.1 % Acceptance Rate 21.8% SAT Score 810 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $24,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,868
263	Spurgeon College	6.1	96.4	1,040 – 1,190	23750	39712	#263 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
264	Binghamton University	2.8	38.61	1,350 – 1,490	18877	61621	#264 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $18,877 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
265	Brenau University	2.8	87.78	940 – 1,180	19743	41664	#265 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Brenau University Gainesville, GA Based in Gainesville, Brenau University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of students attending Brenau University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,664
266	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	2.8	75.17	1,010 – 1,260	11940	54466	#266 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 46% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
267	Linfield University	2.8	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#267 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
268	Maine College of Art & Design	2.8	76.06	870 – 1,190	39639	24333	#268 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Maine College of Art & Design Portland, ME Located in Portland, Maine College of Art & Design accepts 76% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Maine College of Art & Design currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Maine College of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score 870 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $39,639 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,333
269	Naropa University	2.8	100	980 – 1,200	27873	21841	#269 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Naropa University Boulder, CO Based in Boulder, Naropa University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 83% of students attending Naropa University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $27,873 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,841
270	Neumont College of Computer Science	2.8	86.78	1,020 – 1,190	34557	77865	#270 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Neumont College of Computer Science Salt Lake City, UT One of the younger colleges in America, the Neumont College of Computer Science was founded in 2003. The school offers 5 total undergraduate majors: Computer Programming, Network and System Administration, Information Technology Project Management, Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design, and Modeling,......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $34,557 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $77,865
271	Reed College	2.8	24.61	1,320 – 1,520	30953	38607	#271 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Reed College Portland, OR Founded in 1908, Reed College requires all undergraduates to complete a thesis with a 90-minute presentation and oral defense. Students also need to take various physical education courses. Reed has a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Many major in English Language and Literature, General. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 24.6% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $30,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,607
272	Russell Sage College	2.8	53.26	900 – 1,120	21046	51139	#272 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 62% four......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $21,046 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
273	Thomas Edison State University	2.8	0	--	0	65570	#273 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Thomas Edison State University Trenton, NJ Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,570
274	Truman State University	2.8	83.77	1,210 – 1,400	13602	43966	#274 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
275	United States University	2.8	0	--	0	34909	#275 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable United States University San Diego, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,909
276	University of California-Berkeley	2.8	10.98	1,330 – 1,540	16538	74919	#276 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 97% first year retention rate, 82% go on to graduate within four years, 94% within six. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,538 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
277	University of North Dakota	2.8	76.9	1,050 – 1,250	18076	54588	#277 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
278	University of Utah	2.8	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	16583	55239	#278 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
279	University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point	2.8	91.8	1,040 – 1,240	14883	43371	#279 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point, WI Found in Stevens Point, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.8 % Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,883 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,371
280	Ozark Christian College	6.4	93.61	990 – 1,190	20807	32528	#280 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
281	Clemson University	2.9	38.34	1,270 – 1,420	25003	58311	#281 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Clemson University Clemson, SC Clemson University boasts a large campus – 1,400 acres at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains alongside Lake Hartwell. It’s home to the Clemson Experimental Forest, which is used for research, education, and recreation. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular undergraduate major. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $25,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,311
282	Curtis Institute of Music	2.9	4.58	--	23686	31201	#282 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Curtis Institute of Music Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Curtis Institute of Music accepts 5% of applicants and requires $150 for undergraduate applications and $150 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Curtis Institute of Music will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,686 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,201
283	Hope College	2.9	79.24	1,130 – 1,360	30700	49727	#283 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Hope College Holland, MI Student athletes at Hope College are known as the Flying Dutchmen and wear orange and blue. Some popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Hope has a cozy 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 80% six year graduation rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $30,700 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,727
284	Keene State College	2.9	90.33	990 – 1,180	19997	46649	#284 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Keene State College Keene, NH Based in Keene, Keene State College accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Keene State College will receive grant aid from the school. At Keene State College, there is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,649
285	Lindenwood University	2.9	56.84	1,110 – 1,310	20901	45711	#285 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
286	Maharishi International University	2.9	95.7	960 – 1,220	16281	26468	#286 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
287	Stanbridge University	2.9	10	--	42130	59213	#287 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Stanbridge University Irvine, CA A for-profit school, Stanbridge University only offers undergraduate majors in Health/Health Care Administration/Management and Registered Nursing. It's extremely selective and out of those accepted, 94% enroll. The school boasts 0% four year graduation rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 10.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $42,130 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
288	Trinity College	2.9	29.25	1,320 – 1,480	36071	67628	#288 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Trinity College Hartford, CT Trinity College, originally known as Washington College, was founded in 1823, making it the second oldest college in the state. 73% receive institutional grant aid to attend, $50,834 on average. Students are known as Bantams and wear blue and gold. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 29.3% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $36,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,628
289	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	2.9	42.37	1,330 – 1,520	13973	64802	#289 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 72% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $13,973 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
290	University of Pittsburgh-Bradford	2.9	88.54	1,020 – 1,210	15830	54240	#290 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Pittsburgh-Bradford Bradford, PA Located in Bradford, the University of Pittsburgh-Bradford’s acceptance rate is 89%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,830 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
291	University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg	2.9	95.21	1,050 – 1,260	18365	54240	#291 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg Greensburg, PA Based in Greensburg, the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg accepts 95% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 92% of students at the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg, there is a 69% first year retention......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,365 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
292	University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown	2.9	94.84	990 – 1,230	18452	54240	#292 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown Johnstown, PA Found in Johnstown, the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $18,452 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
293	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	2.9	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	25223	54240	#293 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA The University of Pittsburgh opened in 1787 as the Pittsburgh Academy, though it may have roots going back to 1770. Much of the school was destroyed in the Great Fire of 1845, a massive fire that stretched 20 square blocks of the city. Last year, Pitt accepted 35,400 of applicants and 13% of these students enrolled. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $25,223 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
294	University of Wisconsin-Stout	2.9	87.67	1,040 – 1,280	15673	50251	#294 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Wisconsin-Stout Menomonie, WI Found in Menomonie, the University of Wisconsin-Stout accepts 88% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 36% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stout currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 2.9 % Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,251
295	Brigham Young University-Hawaii	6.6	46.96	1,040 – 1,210	12410	39316	#295 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Brigham Young University-Hawaii Laie, HI Located in Laie, Brigham Young University-Hawaii accepted 47% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $35 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students at Brigham Young University-Hawaii will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.6 % Acceptance Rate 47.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,316
296	Amherst College	3	9.01	1,480 – 1,570	19049	62537	#296 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Amherst College Amherst, MA Amherst College is an extremely selective school. A majority of their first-year students come from All first-time degree/certificate-seeking undergraduates total. The third oldest institution of higher education in the state, Amherst was originally a men’s college, becoming coeducational in 1975....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,049 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,537
297	Hampden-Sydney College	3	40.92	1,080 – 1,280	29717	55846	#297 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Hampden-Sydney College Hampden-Sydney, VA Hampden-Sydney College is the oldest privately-charted college in the south. This all-male school focuses heavily on tradition. The campus sprawls over 1,300 acres, with part of it named to the National Register of Historic Places. The most popular major currently at H-SC is Business/Managerial Economics. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 40.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $29,717 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,846
298	Hawaii Pacific University	3	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	30950	48773	#298 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 38% of undergraduates will earn their degree......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $30,950 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
299	Knox College	3	70.79	1,160 – 1,440	25709	37757	#299 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Knox College Galesburg, IL Knox College got its start as the Knox Manual Labor College when founded in 1837 by abolitionists – it would go on to play a role in the Underground Railroad. Students can earn up to Bachelor's degrees, and they follow a quarter academic calendar....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 70.8% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,757
300	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	3	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21430	49218	#300 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,430 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
301	Oregon Institute of Technology	3	95.02	990 – 1,280	16831	68301	#301 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Oregon Institute of Technology Klamath Falls, OR Based in Klamath Falls, Oregon Institute of Technology accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 91% of students at Oregon Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,301
302	Pacific College	3	56	--	26511	62792	#302 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Pacific College Costa Mesa, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,792
303	Radford University	3	89.53	960 – 1,180	16749	44830	#303 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Radford University Radford, VA Found in Radford, Radford University accepts 90% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 88% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $5,062 on average. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,749 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,830
304	Stevens Institute of Technology	3	47.58	1,390 – 1,510	46165	90326	#304 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Stevens Institute of Technology Hoboken, NJ Located right on the Hudson River a few minutes from New York City, Stevens Institute of Technology has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and about 65% of students will graduate in 4 years....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $46,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,326
305	University of California-Davis	3	41.83	1,180 – 1,420	17270	58461	#305 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of California-Davis Davis, CA The University of California – Davis is the seventh campus within the University of California system. It was originally an agricultural branch when founded in 1905, and was known as University Farm. Famous alumni have included the CEO of Chevron, John S....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,461
306	University of California-Santa Barbara	3	32.97	1,260 – 1,480	17658	56852	#306 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $17,658 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
307	University of North Georgia	3	67.94	990 – 1,210	11157	43085	#307 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of North Georgia Dahlonega, GA Based in Dahlonega, the University of North Georgia’s acceptance rate is 68% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 19% of students attending the University of North Georgia currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
308	University of Wisconsin-Green Bay	3	88.59	970 – 1,180	11429	46546	#308 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Green Bay, WI Found in Green Bay, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay accepts 89% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 34% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students continued studying at the......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,429 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
309	Western Washington University	3	93.25	1,160 – 1,400	24338	45272	#309 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Western Washington University Bellingham, WA Located in Bellingham, Western Washington University accepts 93% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 90% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,272
310	Westfield State University	3	81.41	980 – 1,190	17406	46861	#310 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Westfield State University Westfield, MA Found in Westfield, Westfield State University accepts 81% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 80% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 52% of students will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.0 % Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,861
311	Donnelly College	6.8	0	--	11058	34791	#311 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
312	SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary	6.8	40.68	--	22276	30871	#312 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary El Dorado Hills, CA Based in El Dorado Hills, SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 41% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 27% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 6.8 % Acceptance Rate 40.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,871
313	The Chicago School at Los Angeles	3.1	46.34	--	0	51817	#313 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable The Chicago School at Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.1 % Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,817
314	University of Florida	3.1	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11936	56398	#314 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.1 % Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
315	University of Florida-Online	3.1	61.26	1,270 – 1,410	10965	56398	#315 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Florida-Online Gainesville, FL Based in Gainesville, the University of Florida-Online accepts 61% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 20% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 95%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.1 % Acceptance Rate 61.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $10,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
316	Winona State University	3.1	75.49	1,010 – 1,220	18289	51288	#316 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
317	York College of Pennsylvania	3.1	73.74	1,030 – 1,280	20096	50940	#317 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable York College of Pennsylvania York, PA Based in York, York College of Pennsylvania accepts 74% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at York College of Pennsylvania will receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued studying at York College of Pennsylvania after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.1 % Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,096 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,940
318	Amridge University	7.1	71.43	--	0	30377	#318 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Amridge University Montgomery, AL Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.1 % Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,377
319	Bethesda University	7.1	83.21	--	20099	37397	#319 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bethesda University Anaheim, CA Based in Anaheim, Bethesda University accepts 83% of applicants and charges $100 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 25% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 45% of students continued their studies at Bethesda University after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.1 % Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,397
320	Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies	7.1	87.53	1,010 – 1,210	14601	43860	#320 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
321	Arcadia University	3.2	80.22	1,070 – 1,270	30037	44004	#321 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Arcadia University Glenside, PA Found in Glenside, Arcadia University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $30,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,004
322	Bard College	3.2	52.12	1,290 – 1,450	29320	31072	#322 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson, NY Located in Annandale-On-Hudson, Bard College’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 74% of students attending Bard College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $29,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,072
323	Bard College at Simon's Rock	3.2	95.89	1,170 – 1,400	41013	31072	#323 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bard College at Simon's Rock Great Barrington, MA Found in Great Barrington, Bard College at Simon's Rock accepts 96% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Bard College at Simon's Rock, there is a 77% first year retention rate and around 0% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $41,013 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,072
324	Bellevue University	3.2	0	--	16210	57732	#324 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
325	Dominican University of California	3.2	83.5	1,210 – 1,300	37456	71477	#325 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $37,456 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
326	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania	3.2	92.05	1,010 – 1,180	18610	44290	#326 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania East Stroudsburg, PA East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is a part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). It opened in 1893 and would undergo several name changes before landing on its current name in 1983. Many students study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,290
327	Helene Fuld College of Nursing	3.2	16.95	--	43023	101039	#327 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Helene Fuld College of Nursing New York, NY Based in New York, Helene Fuld College of Nursing accepted 17% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Helene Fuld College of Nursing will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 17.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $43,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $101,039
328	Maine Maritime Academy	3.2	54.14	1,100 – 1,260	23618	93944	#328 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Maine Maritime Academy Castine, ME Located on a peninsula on the Bagaduce River and Penobscot Bay, the Maine Maritime Academy is a non-federal maritime training school. Students aren’t required to join the military after graduation. Many study Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer. A fairly selective school, 33% of those accepted enroll. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 54.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $23,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $93,944
329	Meredith College	3.2	74.18	1,130 – 1,350	24323	45293	#329 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Meredith College Raleigh, NC Meredith College is a private women’s liberal arts school, but its graduate program does admit men. It offers 38 majors and programs, with many choosing to study Psychology, General. Athletes are known as the Avenging Angels, and they participate in the USA South Athletic Conference. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $24,323 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,293
330	Missouri University of Science and Technology	3.2	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	17366	69295	#330 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
331	North Carolina State University	3.2	41.74	1,310 – 1,450	15522	57623	#331 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC The North Carolina State University at Raleigh is part of the Research Triangle with Duke University and the University of North Carolina. The school has a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 94% first year retention rate....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 41.7% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $15,522 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,623
332	Rochester Institute of Technology	3.2	66.93	1,310 – 1,460	39534	65457	#332 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,534 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
333	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	3.2	76.86	1,330 – 1,500	45406	85935	#333 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $45,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
334	SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry	3.2	63.28	1,150 – 1,330	19814	48327	#334 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry Syracuse, NY Commonly chosen majors and programs at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry include Conservation Biology, Environmental Science, and Environmental Studies. Located next to Syracuse University, it also has research and education facilities in Adirondack Park, central New York, the Thousand Islands, and Costa Rica. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,327
335	SUNY Polytechnic Institute	3.2	81.35	1,040 – 1,370	14782	58662	#335 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable SUNY Polytechnic Institute Utica, NY Found in Utica, SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending SUNY Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $14,782 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,662
336	San Jose State University	3.2	84.61	1,010 – 1,240	13892	62448	#336 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable San Jose State University San Jose, CA Located in San Jose, San Jose State University’s acceptance rate is 85% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 37% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,448
337	Southern California University of Health Sciences	3.2	0	--	51174	59213	#337 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Southern California University of Health Sciences Whittier, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $51,174 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
338	Syracuse University	3.2	45.92	1,290 – 1,440	48215	60459	#338 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Syracuse University Syracuse, NY Based in Syracuse, Syracuse University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requires $85 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Syracuse University, there is a 90% first year retention rate and around 75% of undergraduates will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,459
339	University of Connecticut	3.2	52.39	1,230 – 1,450	25310	63322	#339 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Connecticut Storrs, CT The University of Connecticut sits on a 4,400-acre campus and is just 90 minutes from Boston. Founded in 1881, it was originally known as the Storrs Agricultural School. It has a 92% first year retention rate. Many students major in Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Economics, and General. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $25,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
340	University of Minnesota Rochester	3.2	71	1,070 – 1,350	14953	62585	#340 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
341	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	3.2	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	17209	57984	#341 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
342	University of South Carolina-Columbia	3.2	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	24488	50621	#342 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 67% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $24,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
343	University of Washington-Bothell Campus	3.2	90.6	1,230 – 1,480	10777	62979	#343 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell, WA Located in Bothell, the University of Washington-Bothell Campus’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 33% of students attending the University of Washington-Bothell Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 86% of students continued studying......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $10,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
344	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	3.2	39.15	1,230 – 1,460	11784	62979	#344 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $11,784 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
345	University of Washington-Tacoma Campus	3.2	82.52	960 – 1,180	13898	62979	#345 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma, WA The University of Washington, Tacoma campus sits in the historic Union Station District, with views of Mount Rainier and the Port of Tacoma. The school offers up to Doctor's degrees and follows a quarter academic schedule....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.2 % Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
346	Davis College	7.3	56.25	810 – 1,100	14840	50193	#346 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Davis College Pottersville, NY Found in Pottersville, Davis College’s acceptance rate is 56%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 67% of students at Davis College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 100%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.3 % Acceptance Rate 56.3% SAT Score 810 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $14,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,193
347	Maria College of Albany	7.5	44.48	970 – 1,100	16254	53357	#347 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Maria College of Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, Maria College of Albany’s acceptance rate is 44%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 38% of students attending Maria College of Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Maria College of Albany, there is a 33% first year retention rate......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.5 % Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $16,254 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,357
348	Trocaire College	7.5	97.49	--	16953	56726	#348 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Trocaire College Buffalo, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.5 % Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,726
349	Adelphi University	3.3	65.91	1,130 – 1,350	31303	63688	#349 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.3 % Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $31,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
350	Converse University	3.3	67.74	1,010 – 1,250	19061	33110	#350 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Converse University Spartanburg, SC Located in Spartanburg, Converse University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 96% of students at Converse University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.3 % Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,110
351	Hamilton College	3.3	13.62	1,460 – 1,550	28719	60082	#351 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Hamilton College Clinton, NY With nearly 60 areas of study, a majority of Hamilton College students opt to major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. Their motto is in Ancient Greek: Γνῶθι Σεαυτόν, which translates to “Know Thyself.” The school has been coeducational since 1978 after merging with its sister school, Kirkland College. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.3 % Acceptance Rate 13.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $28,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,082
352	Illinois Wesleyan University	3.3	39.31	1,150 – 1,350	28644	56082	#352 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.3 % Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
353	St. John's College	3.3	53.15	1,300 – 1,480	25209	50918	#353 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable St. John's College Santa Fe, NM St. John’s College sits in the shadow of Atalaya Mountain. A very small school, it should come as no surprise that the student-to-faculty ratio is low – 8 to 1. The mascot of the New Mexico branch is the axolotl. 93% of students receive institutional grants. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.3 % Acceptance Rate 53.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $25,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,918
354	Texas A&M University-College Station	3.3	57.43	1,170 – 1,400	21437	59386	#354 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 53% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.3 % Acceptance Rate 57.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
355	University of Iowa	3.3	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	21765	52696	#355 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
356	University of Puerto Rico-Medical Sciences	3.3	0	--	0	38222	#356 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Puerto Rico-Medical Sciences San Juan, PR Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.3 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,222
357	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	3.3	82.34	1,110 – 1,280	15151	50011	#357 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Based in Eau Claire, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire’s acceptance rate is 82%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $2,149 on average. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.3 % Acceptance Rate 82.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
358	Manor College	7.7	94.86	730 – 940	13684	36013	#358 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Manor College Jenkintown, PA Based in Jenkintown, Manor College’s acceptance rate is 95% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 72% of students attending Manor College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.7 % Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 730 – 940 Avg. Net Price $13,684 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,013
359	California State University-Stanislaus	3.4	98.14	840 – 1,060	7433	47793	#359 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 63% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,433 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
360	Colorado State University Global	3.4	98.4	890 – 970	16510	65131	#360 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Colorado State University Global Denver, CO Found in Denver, Colorado State University Global accepts 98% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 10% of students attending Colorado State University Global currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 890 – 970 Avg. Net Price $16,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,131
361	Norwich University	3.4	74.44	1,060 – 1,320	24496	59743	#361 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Norwich University Northfield, VT Found in Northfield, Norwich University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending Norwich University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,743
362	University of Minnesota-Morris	3.4	74.93	1,040 – 1,240	9677	43163	#362 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
363	University of New Haven	3.4	60.38	1,060 – 1,270	34557	49829	#363 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of New Haven West Haven, CT Located in West Haven, the University of New Haven accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending the University of New Haven will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.4 % Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $34,557 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,829
364	Valley City State University	3.4	99.07	930 – 1,180	12442	45820	#364 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
365	Hobe Sound Bible College	7.8	96.3	840 – 1,200	11926	25150	#365 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Hobe Sound Bible College Hobe Sound, FL Located in Hobe Sound, Hobe Sound Bible College accepts 96% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 86% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 7.8 % Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 840 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $11,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,150
366	Alfred University	3.5	73.84	1,150 – 1,330	26470	41703	#366 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $26,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
367	Berry College	3.5	64	1,120 – 1,320	25363	45014	#367 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Berry College Mount Berry, GA Located in Mount Berry, Berry College accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Berry College, there is a 84% first year retention rate and around 61%......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,014
368	California State University-Channel Islands	3.5	94.81	870 – 1,080	10632	46785	#368 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable California State University-Channel Islands Camarillo, CA Based in Camarillo, California State University-Channel Islands accepts 95% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 61% of students attending California State University-Channel Islands currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,785
369	Culinary Institute of America	3.5	91.15	930 – 1,170	39581	37846	#369 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Culinary Institute of America Hyde Park, NY Located in Hyde Park, Culinary Institute of America’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 99% of students attending Culinary Institute of America currently receive grant aid from the school. At Culinary Institute of America, there is a 70% first year retention rate and around 0% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 91.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $39,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,846
370	Hartwick College	3.5	69.6	1,070 – 1,290	31712	50452	#370 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Hartwick College Oneonta, NY Found in Oneonta, Hartwick College’s acceptance rate is 70% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Hartwick College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued studying at Hartwick College after completing......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $31,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,452
371	Laboure College of Healthcare	3.5	50	--	0	64815	#371 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Laboure College of Healthcare Milton, MA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 50.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,815
372	Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts	3.5	89.74	960 – 1,180	16544	36803	#372 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts North Adams, MA Business Administration and Management, General is a commonly chosen area of study at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. The school is non selective and offers rolling admissions. Murdock the Mountain Lion cheers on the Trailblazers who play in Ice Hockey, Soccer, and Basketball, among others. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 89.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,544 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,803
373	Minnesota State University, Mankato	3.5	88.44	1,080 – 1,210	18861	50098	#373 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
374	University of Delaware	3.5	70.6	1,210 – 1,380	19139	58846	#374 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Delaware Newark, DE During the last admissions cycle, the University of Delaware received 40,000 applications. It also has a 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 92% first year retention rate. UD’s athletes are known as the Fightin' Blue Hens and they compete in the Colonial Athletic Association. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $19,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,846
375	University of Georgia	3.5	37.7	1,300 – 1,490	16662	57565	#375 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 37.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $16,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
376	University of Illinois Chicago	3.5	77.35	1,150 – 1,360	10852	53218	#376 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Illinois Chicago Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, the University of Illinois Chicago accepts 77% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 70% of students at the University of Illinois Chicago currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 80% and around 40% of......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.5 % Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $10,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,218
377	University of Nebraska at Kearney	3.5	89.49	1,010 – 1,240	16287	43241	#377 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
378	California State University-East Bay	3.6	97.39	830 – 1,050	9850	55546	#378 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable California State University-East Bay Hayward, CA Found in Hayward, California State University-East Bay accepts 97% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $9,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
379	Champlain College	3.6	82.92	1,230 – 1,380	38173	48844	#379 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Champlain College Burlington, VT Champlain College opened for men in 1878 as the Burlington Business School. It became coeducational just six years later and received its current name in 1958. 97% of students receive grant aid, and 82% return after completing their first year. Champlain also has locations in Montreal, Canada and Dublin, Ireland. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 82.9% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $38,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,844
380	Columbia International University	3.6	94.47	950 – 1,210	26056	33929	#380 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Columbia International University Columbia, SC Located in Columbia, Columbia International University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at Columbia International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,929
381	Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus	3.6	95.19	1,040 – 1,320	25585	45916	#381 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus Madison, NJ The Florham campus Fairleigh Dickinson opened in 1958, with other campuses located in New Jersey, Canada, and the United Kingdom. With an 78% first year retention rate, many students major in Pharmacy, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Business Administration and Management, and General. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,585 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,916
382	Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus	3.6	90.71	930 – 1,180	16920	45916	#382 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus Teaneck, NJ Located in Teaneck, Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus’s acceptance rate is 91%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,916
383	Keuka College	3.6	68.08	1,010 – 1,190	24628	50940	#383 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Keuka College Keuka Park, NY Based in Keuka Park, Keuka College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 73% of students continued studying at Keuka College after completing their......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 68.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,628 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,940
384	Lesley University	3.6	96.87	1,010 – 1,220	32587	40150	#384 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Lesley University Cambridge, MA Opened in 1909 as Lesley School, a women’s college for future kindergarten teachers, Lesley University began admitting men in 2005. Today, women still make up a majority of the student body. The school’s motto is “I Would Have Perished Had I Not Persisted,” or “Perissem Ni Perstitissem” in Latin. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $32,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,150
385	Manhattanville University	3.6	87.34	1,060 – 1,260	21690	45056	#385 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $27,521 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $21,690 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
386	University of Minnesota Duluth	3.6	88.75	1,150 – 1,320	20128	52840	#386 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
387	University of Nevada-Reno	3.6	73.71	1,020 – 1,250	17226	49182	#387 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Nevada-Reno Reno, NV Found in Reno, the University of Nevada-Reno’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 84% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Nevada-Reno, there is a 80% first year retention rate and around 41% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,226 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,182
388	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	3.6	86.5	970 – 1,210	12500	50140	#388 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 86% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 29% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 69% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
389	University of Wyoming	3.6	96.88	1,070 – 1,290	14872	48360	#389 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Wyoming Laramie, WY The University of Wyoming was founded in 1886, four years before Wyoming became a state. It’s one of the rare schools that features a live animal mascot – a horse named Cowboy Joy. Another mascot, Pistol Pete, is played by a student. Brown and gold are the official school colors, and their motto is simple – “Equality.” Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,872 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,360
390	Wilkes University	3.6	90.64	1,030 – 1,260	28511	54128	#390 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA Based in Wilkes-Barre, Wilkes University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.6 % Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,128
391	Southwestern Adventist University	8.4	78.36	920 – 1,210	20466	43643	#391 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Southwestern Adventist University Keene, TX Located in Keene, Southwestern Adventist University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $9,712 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.4 % Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,466 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,643
392	College of Biblical Studies-Houston	8.6	0	--	672	33366	#392 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable College of Biblical Studies-Houston Houston, TX Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.6 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $672 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,366
393	Appalachian State University	3.7	90.14	1,100 – 1,280	14978	43663	#393 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Appalachian State University Boone, NC Found in Boone, Appalachian State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 44% of students at Appalachian State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,663
394	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach	3.7	64.81	1,170 – 1,370	42976	65391	#394 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach Daytona Beach, FL Located in Daytona Beach, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach accepted 65% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 97% of students attending Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $42,976 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
395	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott	3.7	76.58	1,160 – 1,360	41864	65391	#395 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott, AZ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott campus is located just north of a wildlife sanctuary and the Willow Creek Reservoir. Alumni of the school have gone on to have impressive careers as astronauts, scientists, military members, authors, athletes, and politicians....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $41,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
396	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide	3.7	57.91	1,020 – 1,270	19458	65391	#396 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide Daytona Beach, FL Based in Daytona Beach, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide’s acceptance rate is 58% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 24% of students attending Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide will receive institutional grant aid. 60% of students continued their studies at Embry-Riddle......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 57.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $19,458 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
397	Goucher College	3.7	77.71	1,130 – 1,340	26913	40563	#397 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Goucher College Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, Goucher College accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of students attending Goucher College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,563
398	Maine College of Health Professions	3.7	71.43	850 – 970	25282	63721	#398 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Maine College of Health Professions Lewiston, ME Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 850 – 970 Avg. Net Price $25,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
399	Oregon State University	3.7	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	22467	50843	#399 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 89% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,467 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
400	Robert Morris University	3.7	89.89	1,050 – 1,240	23933	54449	#400 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Robert Morris University Moon Township, PA Found in Moon Township, Robert Morris University’s acceptance rate is 90% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of students at Robert Morris University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,933 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,449
401	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology	3.7	79.87	1,170 – 1,370	20267	62863	#401 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
402	The University of Texas at Austin	3.7	26.64	1,260 – 1,500	17942	60896	#402 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $17,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
403	University of New England	3.7	91.63	1,050 – 1,240	40003	48957	#403 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of New England Biddeford, ME Founded in 1939 as College Séraphique, The University of New England underwent several name changes before receiving its current moniker in 1996. The school has two campuses, one in Maine and one in Tangier, Morocco. UNE is also the largest private university in the state and the five schools offer 57 majors and programs. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $40,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,957
404	Western New England University	3.7	83.48	1,090 – 1,310	27056	51771	#404 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Western New England University Springfield, MA Based in Springfield, Western New England University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 97% of students attending Western New England University will receive institutional grant aid. They receive $30,597 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,771
405	Whittier College	3.7	80.79	1,160 – 1,360	28101	46025	#405 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Whittier College Whittier, CA Found in Whittier, Whittier College accepts 81% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Whittier College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.7 % Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $28,101 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
406	Ohio Christian University	8.7	37.97	850 – 930	20290	34457	#406 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Ohio Christian University Circleville, OH Based in Circleville, Ohio Christian University’s acceptance rate is 38%. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 85% of students at Ohio Christian University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 8.7 % Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 850 – 930 Avg. Net Price $20,290 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,457
407	South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary	9	0	--	21751	35869	#407 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary Deerfield Beach, FL Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.0 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,751 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,869
408	Cairn University-Langhorne	3.8	88.17	1,000 – 1,160	23273	37077	#408 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Cairn University-Langhorne Langhorne, PA Based in Langhorne, Cairn University-Langhorne accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 61% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,077
409	Illinois State University	3.8	88.15	1,010 – 1,230	21369	50599	#409 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Illinois State University Normal, IL Located in Normal, Illinois State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at Illinois State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Illinois State University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a 51% four year graduation rate....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,369 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,599
410	Iowa State University	3.8	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17779	53873	#410 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
411	Millersville University of Pennsylvania	3.8	86.19	1,020 – 1,210	20551	44813	#411 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Millersville University of Pennsylvania Millersville, PA Located in Millersville, Millersville University of Pennsylvania accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students at Millersville University of Pennsylvania currently receive grant aid from the school. 77% of students......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,813
412	St- Joseph's University-New York	3.8	72.05	1,120 – 1,280	19422	50759	#412 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable St- Joseph's University-New York Brooklyn, NY St. Joseph's University-New York is a private university founded in 1916. The school offers 40 major and degree programs with Special Education and Teaching, General being the most popular. St. Joseph's University has a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 81% first year retention rate, and 59% 4-year graduation rate. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,759
413	State University of New York at New Paltz	3.8	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	18051	45555	#413 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Located in New Paltz, State University of New York at New Paltz accepts 62% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At State University of New York at New Paltz, there is a 85% first......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
414	United States Sports University	3.8	61.37	--	24076	45521	#414 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable United States Sports University Daphne, AL Found in Daphne, United States Sports University accepts 61% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 71% of students attending United States Sports University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 61.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,521
415	University of Hawaii at Manoa	3.8	86.6	970 – 1,240	17202	45701	#415 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu, HI Found in Honolulu, the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. Approximately 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Hawaii at Manoa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.8 % Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,701
416	William Jewell College	3.8	38.36	980 – 1,190	19294	54197	#416 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
417	CUNY Hunter College	3.9	53.8	1,100 – 1,420	4431	50414	#417 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY Hunter College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 69% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 53.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $4,431 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
418	City University of Seattle	3.9	0	--	0	56195	#418 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable City University of Seattle Seattle, WA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,195
419	Colorado State University-Fort Collins	3.9	88.54	1,100 – 1,310	21011	49748	#419 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins, CO The flagship university of Colorado, CSU’s mascot is Cam the Ram. Popular sports on campus include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular major at the school by far. CSU has a 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,011 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,748
420	Framingham State University	3.9	83.61	1,100 – 1,280	16114	46611	#420 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Framingham State University Framingham, MA Located in Framingham, Framingham State University’s acceptance rate is 84%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 71% of students attending Framingham State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,114 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,611
421	Lincoln Memorial University	3.9	62.59	980 – 1,190	21447	45242	#421 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Lincoln Memorial University Harrogate, TN Based in Harrogate, Lincoln Memorial University’s acceptance rate is 63% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 72% of students continued studying at Lincoln Memorial University......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 62.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,447 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
422	Northeastern University	3.9	5.22	1,450 – 1,540	34207	78413	#422 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Northeastern University Boston, MA Based in Boston, Northeastern University’s acceptance rate is 5%. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 66% of students attending Northeastern University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 97%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 5.2% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $34,207 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,413
423	Northeastern University Oakland	3.9	16.65	1,430 – 1,510	27473	78413	#423 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Northeastern University Oakland Oakland, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 16.7% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $27,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,413
424	Northeastern University Professional Programs	3.9	0	--	0	78413	#424 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston, MA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,413
425	Regent University	3.9	38.12	1,000 – 1,250	20512	42066	#425 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Regent University Virginia Beach, VA Located in Virginia Beach, Regent University’s acceptance rate is 38%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 71% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Regent University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and 45% of students will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 38.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,066
426	Ripon College	3.9	79.84	1,040 – 1,280	23772	42334	#426 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Ripon College Ripon, WI Found in Ripon, Ripon College accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Ripon College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,772 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,334
427	Sweet Briar College	3.9	75.54	1,100 – 1,310	21322	35533	#427 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Sweet Briar College Sweet Briar, VA Based in Sweet Briar, Sweet Briar College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 96% of students attending Sweet Briar College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,533
428	University of Hartford	3.9	95.75	1,130 – 1,320	31261	42581	#428 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Hartford West Hartford, CT Based in West Hartford, the University of Hartford’s acceptance rate is 96%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students attending the University of Hartford currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $31,261 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
429	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	3.9	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18322	47692	#429 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
430	Webster University	3.9	86.23	990 – 1,230	29503	39656	#430 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
431	Wentworth Institute of Technology	3.9	91.21	1,130 – 1,330	35604	71868	#431 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Wentworth Institute of Technology Boston, MA Based in Boston, Wentworth Institute of Technology accepts 91% of applicants. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 84% of students decide to stay at Wentworth Institute of Technology after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 91.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $35,604 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,868
432	Worcester State University	3.9	87.99	1,030 – 1,290	12778	50233	#432 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Worcester State University Worcester, MA Based in Worcester, Worcester State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 78% of students continued studying at Worcester State University after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 3.9 % Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $12,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,233
433	Gods Bible School and College	9.3	75.32	960 – 1,170	13252	29555	#433 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Gods Bible School and College Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, Gods Bible School and College accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 87% of students attending Gods Bible School and College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.3 % Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $13,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,555
434	Andrew College	9.7	45.73	980 – 1,130	21709	30337	#434 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Andrew College Cuthbert, GA Based in Cuthbert, Andrew College’s acceptance rate is 46%. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. Approximately 97% of students attending Andrew College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 9.7 % Acceptance Rate 45.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,337
435	Excelsior University	4	0	--	0	63796	#435 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Excelsior University Albany, NY Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,796
436	Hood College	4	77.77	930 – 1,180	23350	48415	#436 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Hood College Frederick, MD Based in Frederick, Hood College’s acceptance rate is 78%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Hood College currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $32,476 each. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,415
437	John Brown University	4	76.14	1,080 – 1,320	21537	46114	#437 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable John Brown University Siloam Springs, AR John Brown University sits on a 200-acre campus featuring the Cathedral of the Ozarks and the Windgate Visual Art Buildings. A somewhat selective school, 31% of those accepted decided to enroll. It offers up to Master's degrees, and popular programs include andConstruction Management. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $21,537 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,114
438	Randolph College	4	93.71	1,050 – 1,230	21668	39122	#438 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Randolph College Lynchburg, VA Randolph College was an all women’s school for over 100 years, only becoming coeducational in 2007. It has an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 100% receive institutional grants, with each package averaging $16,567. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular major. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,122
439	Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania	4	86.5	890 – 1,310	23772	45010	#439 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg, PA Based in Shippensburg, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 86% and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 75% of students at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,772 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,010
440	Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania	4	71.47	980 – 1,200	18252	45398	#440 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock, PA Found in Slippery Rock, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $18,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,398
441	Smith Chason College	4	0	--	32817	48956	#441 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Smith Chason College Los Angeles, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $32,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,956
442	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	4	41.6	1,210 – 1,400	21648	47782	#442 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 88% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
443	University at Buffalo	4	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20529	53742	#443 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, the University at Buffalo accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 71% of students attending the University at Buffalo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,529 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
444	University of Central Florida	4	40.11	1,210 – 1,350	13351	47137	#444 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 40% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 42% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 40.1% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
445	University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center	4	0	--	0	52216	#445 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center Oklahoma City, OK Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
446	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	4	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	18574	52216	#446 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Southeastern Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.0 % Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
447	Beacon College	4.1	43.47	--	46997	19919	#447 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Beacon College Leesburg, FL Based in Leesburg, Beacon College accepted 43% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 42% of students at Beacon College will receive grant aid from the school. They receive $38,284 on average. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 43.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $46,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $19,919
448	California Institute of the Arts	4.1	32.34	--	56239	28018	#448 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable California Institute of the Arts Valencia, CA Located in Valencia, California Institute of the Arts’s acceptance rate is 32% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at California Institute of the Arts currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 32.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $56,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,018
449	California State University-Fullerton	4.1	90.52	1,000 – 1,180	7064	48558	#449 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $7,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
450	Rowan University	4.1	77.66	1,120 – 1,320	23761	50705	#450 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 78% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 37% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
451	Stetson University	4.1	71.6	1,070 – 1,290	20319	44792	#451 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Stetson University DeLand, FL Stetson University was first known as DeLand Academy when it opened in 1883. Its name changed just a few years later after generous donations from John B. Stetson. During downtime, students have plenty to do, as the campus isn’t far from the beach or amusement parks in Orlando. Stetson has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $20,319 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,792
452	Temple University	4.1	80.41	1,030 – 1,240	28088	50860	#452 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 84% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 62% of students will......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $28,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
453	Tulane University of Louisiana	4.1	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	47427	50220	#453 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $47,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
454	University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee	4.1	90.68	970 – 1,210	16263	45851	#454 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee accepts 91% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,851
455	West Chester University of Pennsylvania	4.1	78.4	1,110 – 1,280	22546	51013	#455 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable West Chester University of Pennsylvania West Chester, PA West Chester University of Pennsylvania is part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). Popular undergraduate majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, and General....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.1 % Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,013
456	Albion College	4.2	80.7	950 – 1,180	16719	48203	#456 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Albion College Albion, MI Albion College’s motto is “Lux Fiat,” or “Let there be Light.” The campus is home to the Whitehouse Nature Center that has six miles of trails, over 160 bird species, 400 plant species, and more. Many undergraduates major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Research and Experimental Psychology, and Other. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,203
457	American International College	4.2	99.57	940 – 1,110	23086	41451	#457 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable American International College Springfield, MA Located in Springfield, American International College’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending American International College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 99.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $23,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,451
458	American Musical and Dramatic Academy	4.2	24.48	--	48524	21168	#458 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable American Musical and Dramatic Academy New York, NY Based in New York, American Musical and Dramatic Academy accepts 24% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 24.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $48,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,168
459	Bismarck State College	4.2	0	--	10462	50401	#459 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
460	Eastern Connecticut State University	4.2	82.98	1,070 – 1,260	21512	47289	#460 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Eastern Connecticut State University Willimantic, CT Based in Willimantic, Eastern Connecticut State University accepts 83% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 87% of students at Eastern Connecticut State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $21,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,289
461	Grand Valley State University	4.2	83.02	960 – 1,210	17198	47840	#461 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI Based in Allendale, Grand Valley State University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of students continued their studies at Grand......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,198 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,840
462	Midwestern State University	4.2	93.52	910 – 1,110	11215	46637	#462 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Midwestern State University Wichita Falls, TX Located in Wichita Falls, Midwestern State University’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 910 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,637
463	Montana State University	4.2	82.14	1,080 – 1,290	20142	44757	#463 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Montana State University Bozeman, MT “Mountains and Mines” is the motto of Montana State University. In the last admissions cycle, the school received 21,700 applications and accepted 82% of them. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, and Mechanical Engineering are the most popular undergraduate majors....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 82.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $20,142 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,757
464	Portland State University	4.2	90.87	970 – 1,220	10195	46937	#464 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Portland State University Portland, OR Located in Portland, Portland State University accepts 91% of applicants and requires $60 for undergraduate applications and $67 for graduate applications. About 60% of students at Portland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 90.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,195 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,937
465	San Diego State University	4.2	36.19	1,100 – 1,320	14704	52620	#465 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 36.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $14,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
466	Southern Connecticut State University	4.2	91.47	910 – 1,100	19827	45422	#466 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Southern Connecticut State University New Haven, CT Found in New Haven, Southern Connecticut State University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 59% of students attending Southern Connecticut State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $19,827 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,422
467	Springfield College	4.2	71.89	1,150 – 1,340	30039	43692	#467 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Springfield College Springfield, MA Gym teacher James Naismith invented Basketball at Springfield College in 1891, when it was the International Young Men's Christian Association Training School. Students are known as the Pride and wearing maroon and white, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 71.9% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,039 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,692
468	Springfield College-Regional- Online- and Continuing Education	4.2	0	--	0	43692	#468 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Springfield College-Regional- Online- and Continuing Education Springfield, MA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,692
469	Stockton University	4.2	88.94	1,040 – 1,230	20761	48223	#469 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Stockton University Galloway, NJ Found in Galloway, Stockton University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,223
470	Stony Brook University	4.2	49.04	1,340 – 1,500	20992	59492	#470 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Stony Brook University Stony Brook, NY Based in Stony Brook, Stony Brook University’s acceptance rate is 49% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students at Stony Brook University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 49.0% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $20,992 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,492
471	The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center	4.2	0	--	0	72924	#471 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Houston, TX Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,924
472	University of Mount Union	4.2	78.2	960 – 1,220	23616	45919	#472 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Mount Union Alliance, OH 23% of accepted students enroll in the University of Mount Union, a somewhat selective liberal arts school. The 123-acre campus is home to two buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and the Kehres Stadium is the oldest college stadium in the state. The university also has a 162-acre nature center. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,616 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,919
473	University of Nebraska at Omaha	4.2	86.98	1,010 – 1,240	13662	45494	#473 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
474	Utah State University	4.2	92.47	1,050 – 1,310	15788	44822	#474 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Utah State University Logan, UT Based in Logan, Utah State University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 73% of students at Utah State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,788 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,822
475	Western Connecticut State University	4.2	87.01	1,040 – 1,170	17185	45997	#475 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Western Connecticut State University Danbury, CT Found in Danbury, Western Connecticut State University accepts 87% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 77% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 73% of students decide to stay at......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $17,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,997
476	Widener University	4.2	70.93	1,080 – 1,290	26778	63375	#476 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Widener University Chester, PA Based in Chester, Widener University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Widener University will receive institutional grant aid. At Widener University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.2 % Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $26,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,375
477	Universidad Central de Bayamon	10.9	65.94	--	4781	19745	#477 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Universidad Central de Bayamon Bayamón, PR Based in Bayamón, Universidad Central de Bayamon’s acceptance rate is 66%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. About 58% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 10.9 % Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,781 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $19,745
478	CBD College	4.3	0	--	23033	59213	#478 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable CBD College Los Angeles, CA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
479	California College of the Arts	4.3	91.1	940 – 1,220	46823	38308	#479 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable California College of the Arts San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, California College of the Arts’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending California College of the Arts currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 87%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $46,823 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,308
480	California State University-Long Beach	4.3	46.27	1,030 – 1,240	10607	50062	#480 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 46% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,607 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
481	Delaware Valley University	4.3	93.21	1,100 – 1,320	28975	41324	#481 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Delaware Valley University Doylestown, PA Based in Doylestown, Delaware Valley University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $28,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,324
482	Florida Gulf Coast University	4.3	63.44	1,040 – 1,210	12863	45029	#482 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers, FL Based in Fort Myers, Florida Gulf Coast University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $30 to apply. About 46% of students attending Florida Gulf Coast University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,863 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,029
483	Hollins University	4.3	67.95	1,150 – 1,340	22605	29863	#483 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Hollins University Roanoke, VA Located in Roanoke, Hollins University’s acceptance rate is 68% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 74% of students continued their studies at Hollins University after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 68.0% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,863
484	Kettering University	4.3	78.67	1,180 – 1,340	35609	80275	#484 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Kettering University Flint, MI Located in Flint, Kettering University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $35,609 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,275
485	Lasell University	4.3	81.22	1,030 – 1,160	27773	45468	#485 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Lasell University Newton, MA Lasell University was founded as a women’s seminary in 1851 and although it became coeducational in 1997, women still make up most of the student body. The school’s motto is “Ignorant of Defeat.” 96% receive grant aid, averaging $14,638 each, and students can earn up to a Master's degree. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $27,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,468
486	Marietta College	4.3	79.31	960 – 1,190	22007	51252	#486 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Marietta College Marietta, OH Found in Marietta, Marietta College accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Marietta College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,252
487	Nazarene Bible College	11	48.07	--	0	37119	#487 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Nazarene Bible College Colorado Springs, CO Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 11.0 % Acceptance Rate 48.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,119
488	New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology	4.3	44.49	1,080 – 1,320	11551	54530	#488 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Socorro, NM The New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology offers 28 degree programs. Many students choose to study Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Electrical and Electronics Engineering. NMT is a space-grant school with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $11,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,530
489	Prescott College	4.3	94.51	1,020 – 1,260	23377	33539	#489 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Prescott College Prescott, AZ Located in Prescott, Prescott College’s acceptance rate is 95%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued their studies at......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $23,377 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,539
490	University of California-Santa Cruz	4.3	65.79	1,180 – 1,390	18059	49716	#490 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA Found in Santa Cruz, the University of California-Santa Cruz accepts 66% of applicants and requests $80 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 49% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 88% of students decide to stay at the University of California-Santa Cruz after completing their first year....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $18,059 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,716
491	University of Guam	4.3	0	--	7914	28270	#491 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Guam Mangilao, GU Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,270
492	University of Northern Colorado	4.3	85.85	970 – 1,200	19376	43756	#492 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable University of Northern Colorado Greeley, CO Also known as UNC, the university’s motto is "Sapientia in aeternum est" or “Wisdom is eternal.” 93% of UNC students receive institutional grant aid—$5,393 on average. Klawz the Bear is the school's mascot, and their colors are navy blue and gold. Notable alumni of UNC include musicians, champion athletes, and politicians. Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $19,376 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,756
493	University of South Dakota	4.3	98.78	1,020 – 1,220	19133	46290	#493 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
494	Wingate University	4.3	91.13	990 – 1,210	21282	43992	#494 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Wingate University Wingate, NC Based in Wingate, Wingate University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.3 % Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,992
495	World Mission University	11.1	80	--	15785	63721	#495 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable World Mission University Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, World Mission University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $100 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 0% of students at World Mission University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At World......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 11.1 % Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
496	Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences	4.4	45.88	850 – 1,210	19523	59213	#496 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences Canton, OH Based in Canton, Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences’s acceptance rate is 46%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 44% of students attending Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and......Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.4 % Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 850 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,523 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
497	Bellevue College	4.4	0	--	13932	47460	#497 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Bellevue College Bellevue, WA Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.4 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,932 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,460
498	Cottey College	4.4	69.18	800 – 1,180	14704	32903	#498 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable 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
499	Landmark College	4.4	49.44	930 – 1,210	60895	30033	#499 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student Loan Default Rate – Not applicable Landmark College Putney, VT Based in Putney, Landmark College accepts 49% of applicants. They require $75 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $20,273 each. The first year retention rate is 63%....Read more Student Loan Default Rate (2 Year) 4.4 % Acceptance Rate 49.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price

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