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Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges

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Rank	Institution	Undergraduates	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Colorado State University Global	7157	98.4	890 – 970	16510	65131	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 7,157 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
2	Purdue University Global	31224	0	--	7770	32973	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Purdue University Global West Lafayette, IN Undergraduates 31,224 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,770 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,973
3	University of Arkansas Grantham	2838	0	--	8369	26870	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Arkansas Grantham LIttle Rock, AR Undergraduates 2,838 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,369 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,870
4	Fort Lewis College	3392	77.3	990 – 1,230	17114	36352	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Fort Lewis College Durango, CO Found in Durango, Fort Lewis College accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 61% of students attending Fort Lewis College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 3,392 Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,114 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,352
5	United States Naval Academy	4474	9.27	1,210 – 1,410	0	63721	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges United States Naval Academy Annapolis, MD A public undergraduate school, the United States Naval Academy’s motto, in Latin, is “Ex Scientia Tridens,” or “From Knowledge, Seapower.” It was established in 1845 and saw disruption and riots during the Civil War that almost caused the government to move the school. Today, it has a 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 4,474 Acceptance Rate 9.3% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
6	United States Coast Guard Academy	1108	22.44	1,260 – 1,410	0	63721	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges United States Coast Guard Academy New London, CT “Scientiæ Cedit Mare,” or “the sea yields to knowledge,” is the motto of the United States Coast Guard Academy. Founded in 1876, it’s the smallest of the five service academies....Read more Undergraduates 1,108 Acceptance Rate 22.4% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
7	United States Air Force Academy	4114	14.09	1,240 – 1,450	0	63721	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges United States Air Force Academy USAF Academy, CO Students who complete the United States Air Force Academy’s four year program receive commissions as second lieutenants along with their bachelor’s degrees. The USAFA is extremely selective, and 78% of accepted students enroll. With a 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, it also boasts a very high first year retention rate of 97%. Undergraduates 4,114 Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
8	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	1021	68.3	890 – 1,080	7326	39089	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 68% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,021 Acceptance Rate 68.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $7,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
9	University of Massachusetts Global	5090	92.86	--	30523	55438	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 5,090 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,523 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,438
10	Pennsylvania State University-World Campus	8051	91.15	1,120 – 1,350	19314	55620	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-World Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-World Campus’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 57% of students at Pennsylvania State University-World Campus will receive institutional grant aid. At Pennsylvania State......Read more Undergraduates 8,051 Acceptance Rate 91.2% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $19,314 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
11	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	40684	39.15	1,230 – 1,460	11784	62979	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Undergraduates 40,684 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
12	University of North Carolina School of the Arts	946	29.97	1,130 – 1,360	13140	24537	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of North Carolina School of the Arts Winston Salem, NC The University of North Carolina School of the Arts accepts only 30% of applicants. 55% of those accepted will go on to attend the following fall. It has a whopping 6 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an 93% first year retention rate....Read more Undergraduates 946 Acceptance Rate 30.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $13,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,537
13	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	37140	42.37	1,330 – 1,520	13973	64802	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 72% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Undergraduates 37,140 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
14	Purdue University-Main Campus	44819	49.87	1,220 – 1,490	13722	60838	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Undergraduates 44,819 Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,722 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
15	Kentucky State University	1793	96.08	800 – 930	9397	29640	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Kentucky State University Frankfort, KY Based in Frankfort, Kentucky State University accepts 96% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students attending Kentucky State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,793 Acceptance Rate 96.1% SAT Score 800 – 930 Avg. Net Price $9,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,640
16	Coastal Carolina University	10811	75.27	1,060 – 1,230	14379	38070	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Coastal Carolina University Conway, SC Based in Conway, Coastal Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 66% of students attending Coastal Carolina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Coastal Carolina......Read more Undergraduates 10,811 Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,070
17	Adams State University	1605	99.18	890 – 1,170	13340	38338	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Adams State University Alamosa, CO Found in Alamosa, Adams State University accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 82% of students attending Adams State University will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 51% and 21% of students will earn their degree in four years. Many......Read more Undergraduates 1,605 Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $13,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,338
18	Western Colorado University	3148	99.71	1,150 – 1,310	17711	40037	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Western Colorado University Gunnison, CO Western Colorado University’s motto is “Potestas ad Ministrandum,” which is Latin for “The Power to Serve.” 420 student athletes, known as the Mountaineers, compete in the NCAA Division II with football Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular undergraduate major. Undergraduates 3,148 Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,711 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,037
19	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	16496	47.52	1,100 – 1,400	4326	61542	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 48% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 70% of students at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 16,496 Acceptance Rate 47.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
20	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	65450	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	17779	52843	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 87% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Undergraduates 65,450 Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
21	Rio Salado College	18841	0	--	8733	42314	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Rio Salado College Tempe, AZ Undergraduates 18,841 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,314
22	Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development	877	97.47	780 – 1,010	15381	20816	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development Santa Fe, NM Found in Santa Fe, the Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development’s acceptance rate is 97%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts......Read more Undergraduates 877 Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 780 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $15,381 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,816
23	University of Connecticut-Stamford	2482	82.98	950 – 1,280	15566	63322	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford, CT Undergraduates 2,482 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
24	United States Military Academy	4473	12.45	1,230 – 1,440	0	63721	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges United States Military Academy West Point, NY The United States Military Academy, also known as West Point or the Academy, accepts just 12% of applicants. 78% of these accepted students will go on to attend. Their motto is “Duty • Honor • Country.” The entire site of West Point is a national landmark and is home to historic sites, a museum, and more. Undergraduates 4,473 Acceptance Rate 12.5% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
25	Santa Monica College	23453	0	--	5685	31977	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA Undergraduates 23,453 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,685 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,977
26	University of Wisconsin-Madison	38040	45.2	1,360 – 1,480	14235	61275	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Undergraduates 38,040 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
27	University of California-Irvine	30204	28.57	1,240 – 1,440	15889	56210	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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. Undergraduates 30,204 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
28	University of Maryland Global Campus	52187	0	--	19241	58051	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi, MD Undergraduates 52,187 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,241 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,051
29	CUNY Queens College	13464	64.35	1,010 – 1,290	5728	48548	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Found in Queens, CUNY Queens College accepts 64% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 13,464 Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
30	University of California-San Diego	34955	26.71	1,290 – 1,490	14047	65669	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 34,955 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
31	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	34454	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	17574	73762	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Undergraduates 34,454 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
32	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	42604	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27889	55620	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 34% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 93% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Undergraduates 42,604 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
33	Western Connecticut State University	3567	87.01	1,040 – 1,170	17185	45997	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 3,567 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
34	Green River College	7967	0	--	14405	43127	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Green River College Auburn, WA Undergraduates 7,967 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,405 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,127
35	Collin County Community College District	39548	0	--	6970	38984	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Collin County Community College District McKinney, TX Undergraduates 39,548 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,970 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,984
36	Walla Walla Community College	2967	0	--	10612	37119	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Walla Walla Community College Walla Walla, WA Undergraduates 2,967 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,119
37	Feather River Community College District	2055	0	--	13941	33495	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Undergraduates 2,055 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,495
38	Montana State University	15046	82.14	1,080 – 1,290	20142	44757	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Montana State University Bozeman, MT “Mountains and Mines” is the motto of Montana State University. In the last admissions cycle, the school received 21,700 applications and accepted 82% of them. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, and Mechanical Engineering are the most popular undergraduate majors....Read more Undergraduates 15,046 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
39	Lincoln University	1926	0	--	14002	32185	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Lincoln University Jefferson City, MO Undergraduates 1,926 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,185
40	University of Hawaii at Hilo	2292	60.63	880 – 1,130	12673	37204	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 61%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 73% and 26% of students......Read more Undergraduates 2,292 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
41	Seattle Central College	5396	0	--	11187	39072	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Seattle Central College Seattle, WA Undergraduates 5,396 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,072
42	University of Minnesota-Morris	981	74.93	1,040 – 1,240	9677	43163	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Minnesota-Morris Morris, MN Based in Morris, the University of Minnesota-Morris’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 981 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
43	West Virginia University	18206	89	1,020 – 1,230	15169	45181	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 91% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 18,206 Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
44	CUNY City College	12982	60.02	1,070 – 1,430	4664	46435	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges CUNY City College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY City College accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 69% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more Undergraduates 12,982 Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $4,664 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
45	University of Rhode Island	14376	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	24118	57446	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 14,376 Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
46	Delta State University	1876	100	930 – 1,150	14021	36265	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Delta State University Cleveland, MS Based in Cleveland, Delta State University’s acceptance rate is 100%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 78% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Delta State University, there is a 67% first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,876 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,265
47	University of Pittsburgh-Bradford	1009	88.54	1,020 – 1,210	15830	54240	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Pittsburgh-Bradford Bradford, PA Located in Bradford, the University of Pittsburgh-Bradford’s acceptance rate is 89%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,009 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
48	University of California-Davis	32273	41.83	1,180 – 1,420	17270	58461	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of California-Davis Davis, CA The University of California – Davis is the seventh campus within the University of California system. It was originally an agricultural branch when founded in 1905, and was known as University Farm. Famous alumni have included the CEO of Chevron, John S....Read more Undergraduates 32,273 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
49	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	37985	58.15	1,310 – 1,500	20522	61263	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Undergraduates 37,985 Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $20,522 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
50	CUNY New York City College of Technology	14486	80.29	900 – 1,140	5794	39982	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges CUNY New York City College of Technology Brooklyn, NY Based in Brooklyn, CUNY New York City College of Technology’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and . About 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 65% and 9% of students will graduate in four years. The three most......Read more Undergraduates 14,486 Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $5,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,982
51	University of Arizona	44848	86.14	1,110 – 1,370	19055	47665	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Arizona Tucson, AZ The University of Arizona is older than the state, having been founded in 1885 (Arizona only became a state in 1912). A public research university, the school charges $50 for undergraduate applications. The Arizona Wildcats, or simply “Cats,” play in the Big Twelve Conference. Undergraduates 44,848 Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $19,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
52	Arizona State University Digital Immersion	54226	66.69	860 – 1,020	0	52843	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Arizona State University Digital Immersion Scottsdale, AZ Based in Scottsdale, Arizona State University Digital Immersion accepts 67% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 0% of students attending Arizona State University Digital Immersion currently receive grant aid from the school. At Arizona State University Digital Immersion,......Read more Undergraduates 54,226 Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
53	Southern Oregon University	4235	88.62	980 – 1,230	17959	39326	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Southern Oregon University Ashland, OR Located in Ashland, Southern Oregon University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Southern Oregon University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Undergraduates 4,235 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,326
54	Edmonds College	6549	0	--	13804	41063	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Edmonds College Lynnwood, WA Undergraduates 6,549 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,804 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,063
55	University of Maine at Presque Isle	2758	99.87	810 – 1,040	8526	33793	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Maine at Presque Isle Presque Isle, ME Found in Presque Isle, the University of Maine at Presque Isle’s acceptance rate is 100% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 74% of students attending the University of Maine at Presque Isle will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,758 Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $8,526 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,793
56	University of Washington-Tacoma Campus	4207	82.52	960 – 1,180	13898	62979	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma, WA The University of Washington, Tacoma campus sits in the historic Union Station District, with views of Mount Rainier and the Port of Tacoma. The school offers up to Doctor's degrees and follows a quarter academic schedule....Read more Undergraduates 4,207 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
57	Peru State College	1308	0	--	11915	39150	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Peru State College Peru, NE Undergraduates 1,308 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,915 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,150
58	University of Nevada-Reno	19117	73.71	1,020 – 1,250	17226	49182	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Nevada-Reno Reno, NV Found in Reno, the University of Nevada-Reno’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 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 Undergraduates 19,117 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
59	Augusta University	6049	86.41	970 – 1,160	13976	45037	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Augusta University Augusta, GA Found in Augusta, Augusta University’s acceptance rate is 86% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of students attending Augusta University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Undergraduates 6,049 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,976 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,037
60	University of Missouri-Kansas City	10166	72.18	1,060 – 1,330	14748	50298	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, the University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,166 Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,298
61	Elizabeth City State University	2154	64.22	900 – 1,110	6483	33776	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 89% of students receive grant aid – about $10,732 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Undergraduates 2,154 Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $6,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
62	Rutgers University-Camden	3857	66.29	1,050 – 1,290	19821	61263	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Rutgers University-Camden Camden, NJ Found in Camden, Rutgers University-Camden accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $70 to apply. Approximately 88% of students attending Rutgers University-Camden currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more Undergraduates 3,857 Acceptance Rate 66.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $19,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
63	University of Nevada-Las Vegas	27132	96.17	980 – 1,220	11553	42865	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Nevada-Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV Based in Las Vegas, the University of Nevada-Las Vegas accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 27,132 Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,865
64	University of New Orleans	5419	74.31	930 – 1,150	12258	38410	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of New Orleans New Orleans, LA Based in New Orleans, the University of New Orleans’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 60% of students at the University of New Orleans currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Undergraduates 5,419 Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $12,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,410
65	Cascadia College	2380	0	--	13782	44620	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Cascadia College Bothell, WA Undergraduates 2,380 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,782 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,620
66	New College of Florida	852	73.2	1,070 – 1,250	9078	32611	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 852 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
67	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	3224	76.43	980 – 1,190	9075	40734	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 76%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 84% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 63% and its four year graduation rate is 18%. Many students attending this school......Read more Undergraduates 3,224 Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $9,075 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
68	College of Staten Island CUNY	10051	92.34	890 – 1,250	6525	36931	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges College of Staten Island CUNY Staten Island, NY Located in Staten Island, the College of Staten Island CUNY accepts 92% of applicants and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 57% of students attending the College of Staten Island CUNY currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,051 Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $6,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,931
69	Bellevue College	12485	0	--	13932	47460	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Bellevue College Bellevue, WA Undergraduates 12,485 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,932 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,460
70	Auburn University	27907	45.92	1,250 – 1,400	25242	54629	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 27,907 Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $25,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
71	Shoreline Community College	4477	0	--	10535	43123	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Shoreline Community College Shoreline, WA Undergraduates 4,477 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,535 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,123
72	Stony Brook University	18263	49.04	1,340 – 1,500	20992	59492	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 18,263 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
73	Mississippi Valley State University	2013	92.38	760 – 930	10232	25817	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Mississippi Valley State University Itta Bena, MS Found in Itta Bena, Mississippi Valley State University accepts 92% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 96% of students at Mississippi Valley State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Mississippi Valley State University, there is a 70% first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 2,013 Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 760 – 930 Avg. Net Price $10,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,817
74	The College of the Florida Keys	1025	0	--	12934	40277	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges The College of the Florida Keys Key West, FL Undergraduates 1,025 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,934 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,277
75	Plymouth State University	3182	87.54	880 – 1,080	20183	46466	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Plymouth State University Plymouth, NH Found in Plymouth, Plymouth State University accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Plymouth State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Plymouth State University, there is a 68% first year retention rate......Read more Undergraduates 3,182 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,466
76	Ohio State University-Main Campus	46815	60.57	1,310 – 1,450	19783	51438	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Undergraduates 46,815 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $19,783 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
77	Henderson State University	1461	81.92	900 – 1,080	20444	35194	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR Located in Arkadelphia, Henderson State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending Henderson State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,461 Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,444 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,194
78	Georgia Military College	6575	0	--	13321	32351	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Georgia Military College Milledgeville, GA Undergraduates 6,575 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,351
79	Trinidad State College	1613	0	--	12198	36025	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Trinidad State College Trinidad, CO Undergraduates 1,613 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,198 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,025
80	Frostburg State University	3422	89.18	980 – 1,210	17669	43638	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 3,422 Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
81	Keene State College	2725	90.33	990 – 1,180	19997	46649	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Keene State College Keene, NH Based in Keene, Keene State College accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Keene State College will receive grant aid from the school. At Keene State College, there is......Read more Undergraduates 2,725 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
82	Dickinson State University	1339	37.02	890 – 1,090	14698	48628	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Dickinson State University Dickinson, ND Found in Dickinson, Dickinson State University accepts 37% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 87% of students attending Dickinson State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Dickinson State University, there is a 67% first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,339 Acceptance Rate 37.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $14,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,628
83	Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus	4239	91.66	860 – 1,080	6416	33619	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus Portales, NM Based in Portales, Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus accepts 92% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students attending Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. At Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus, there is......Read more Undergraduates 4,239 Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $6,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,619
84	University of California-Berkeley	33070	10.98	1,330 – 1,540	16538	74919	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the 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. Undergraduates 33,070 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
85	University of Washington-Bothell Campus	5472	90.6	1,230 – 1,480	10777	62979	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell, WA Located in Bothell, the University of Washington-Bothell Campus’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 33% of students attending the University of Washington-Bothell Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 86% of students continued studying......Read more Undergraduates 5,472 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
86	Houston Community College	53253	0	--	5734	31319	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Houston Community College Houston, TX Undergraduates 53,253 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,734 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,319
87	University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus	1544	88.33	940 – 1,230	14176	63322	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford, CT Undergraduates 1,544 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 940 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
88	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks	1880	98.67	1,090 – 1,280	23721	55620	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks Reading, PA Found in Reading, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 77% of students continued studying at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State......Read more Undergraduates 1,880 Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,721 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
89	University of Louisville	17086	79.41	1,020 – 1,280	19785	46571	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Louisville Louisville, KY Found in Louisville, the University of Louisville accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Louisville, there is a 81% first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 17,086 Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,571
90	University of Connecticut	20056	52.39	1,230 – 1,450	25310	63322	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Connecticut Storrs, CT The University of Connecticut sits on a 4,400-acre campus and is just 90 minutes from Boston. Founded in 1881, it was originally known as the Storrs Agricultural School. It has a 92% first year retention rate. Many students major in Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Economics, and General. Undergraduates 20,056 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
91	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania	4891	92.05	1,010 – 1,180	18610	44290	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania East Stroudsburg, PA East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is a part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). It opened in 1893 and would undergo several name changes before landing on its current name in 1983. Many students study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Undergraduates 4,891 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
92	Old Dominion University	17746	90.36	1,120 – 1,290	16419	46732	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA Found in Norfolk, Old Dominion University accepts 90% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 68% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 17,746 Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,419 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,732
93	Eastern Oregon University	2502	98.31	930 – 1,150	18125	43034	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Eastern Oregon University La Grande, OR Based in La Grande, Eastern Oregon University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 81% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Eastern Oregon University,......Read more Undergraduates 2,502 Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,034
94	East Central University	2644	58.15	930 – 1,180	8565	40677	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges East Central University Ada, OK Located in Ada, East Central University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of students attending East Central University will receive grant aid from the school. 61% of students continued their......Read more Undergraduates 2,644 Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $8,565 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,677
95	The University of Montana	7891	95.86	1,140 – 1,310	17370	35729	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges The University of Montana Missoula, MT Located along the Clark Fork River, The University of Montana's Grizzlies and Lady Griz compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Alumni include Colin Meloy, J.K. Simmons, and Carroll O’Connor, as well as numerous professional athletes, scientists, and politicians. Undergraduates 7,891 Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,729
96	United States Merchant Marine Academy	962	34.24	1,110 – 1,320	4101	96770	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,370 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Undergraduates 962 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
97	SUNY at Purchase College	3257	74.05	1,210 – 1,380	18211	31229	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges SUNY at Purchase College Purchase, NY Found in Purchase, SUNY at Purchase College accepts 74% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 3,257 Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $18,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,229
98	Renton Technical College	2824	0	--	9656	45679	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Renton Technical College Renton, WA Undergraduates 2,824 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,679
99	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	20591	14.07	1,370 – 1,530	15918	89432	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA Also referred to as Georgia Tech, the Georgia Institute of Technology was founded in 1885 as part of the Reconstruction plans post-Civil War. At first, it only provided degrees in Mechanical Engineering. By 1901, it also offered Chemical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering....Read more Undergraduates 20,591 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
100	Oregon Institute of Technology	5160	95.02	990 – 1,280	16831	68301	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Oregon Institute of Technology Klamath Falls, OR Based in Klamath Falls, Oregon Institute of Technology accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 91% of students at Oregon Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,160 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
101	Morgan State University	9027	82.23	850 – 1,080	15476	40065	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Morgan State University Baltimore, MD Morgan State University got its start in 1867 as the Centenary Biblical Institute. It changed its name in 1890 to honor Lyttleton Morgan and became a university in 1975. MSU’s 100-acre campus is a designated national historic site. The school accepts 82% of applicants and awards up to Doctor's degrees. Undergraduates 9,027 Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $15,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,065
102	Lake Washington Institute of Technology	3564	0	--	8801	44895	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Lake Washington Institute of Technology Kirkland, WA Undergraduates 3,564 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,895
103	Framingham State University	2782	83.61	1,100 – 1,280	16114	46611	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 2,782 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
104	Grays Harbor College	1577	0	--	9640	33119	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Grays Harbor College Aberdeen, WA Undergraduates 1,577 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,119
105	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg	4047	97.6	1,120 – 1,320	23788	55620	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg Middletown, PA Located in Middletown, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg accepts 98% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Undergraduates 4,047 Acceptance Rate 97.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,788 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
106	SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry	2381	63.28	1,150 – 1,330	19814	48327	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry Syracuse, NY Commonly chosen majors and programs at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry include Conservation Biology, 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. Undergraduates 2,381 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
107	Colorado State University Pueblo	5086	94.9	1,010 – 1,240	13079	43053	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Colorado State University Pueblo Pueblo, CO Found in Pueblo, Colorado State University Pueblo’s acceptance rate is 95%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 83% of students at Colorado State University Pueblo will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,086 Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,079 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,053
108	Mayville State University	1067	71.23	890 – 1,180	11069	43597	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Mayville State University Mayville, ND Based in Mayville, Mayville State University accepts 71% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Mayville State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mayville State University, there is a 81% first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,067 Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,597
109	Highline College	5592	0	--	11783	42323	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Highline College Des Moines, WA Undergraduates 5,592 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,783 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
110	The Evergreen State College	2276	96.37	1,080 – 1,290	18350	34774	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges The Evergreen State College Olympia, WA Based in Olympia, The Evergreen State College accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 31% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 2,276 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,774
111	Pittsburg State University	4472	89.42	930 – 1,180	15111	43793	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, KS Found in Pittsburg, Pittsburg State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 4,472 Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,793
112	University of Alaska Fairbanks	5827	64.69	1,010 – 1,320	11278	40746	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, AK UAF, otherwise known as “Alaska,” is a flagship, land grant, space grant, and sea grant school. 76% of attending students receive institutional grant aid, $6,369 on average. Blue and gold are the official colors of UAF and the mascot is Nanook, a mighty polar bear of Inuit legend....Read more Undergraduates 5,827 Acceptance Rate 64.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $11,278 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,746
113	Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts	794	89.74	960 – 1,180	16544	36803	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts North Adams, MA Business Administration and Management, General is a commonly chosen area of study at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. The school is non selective and offers rolling admissions. Murdock the Mountain Lion cheers on the Trailblazers who play in Ice Hockey, Soccer, and Basketball, among others. Undergraduates 794 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
114	Northwest College	1486	0	--	10044	58542	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Northwest College Powell, WY Undergraduates 1,486 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
115	Mt Hood Community College	6476	0	--	8900	36246	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Mt Hood Community College Gresham, OR Undergraduates 6,476 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,246
116	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver	482	95.65	1,100 – 1,290	18581	55620	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver Monaca, PA Found in Monaca, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 482 Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
117	Washington State University	21455	86.64	1,030 – 1,220	18171	53510	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 21,455 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
118	University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus	745	86.66	910 – 1,200	9451	63322	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury, CT Undergraduates 745 Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 910 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $9,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
119	George Mason University	28334	87.48	1,170 – 1,370	18823	60536	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges George Mason University Fairfax, VA Found in Fairfax, George Mason University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 45% of students at George Mason University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 28,334 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
120	University of Montevallo	2642	53.85	1,010 – 1,240	17890	35406	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Montevallo Montevallo, AL Located in Montevallo, the University of Montevallo’s acceptance rate is 54% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,642 Acceptance Rate 53.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,890 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,406
121	Temple University	21457	80.41	1,030 – 1,240	28088	50860	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 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 Undergraduates 21,457 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
122	Boise State University	23983	87.21	1,050 – 1,220	21583	45251	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Boise State University Boise, ID Located on the Boise River, Boise State University also offers dozens of programs online. Many choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Social Work, Business Administration and Management, and General. A non selective school, it received 16,100 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 14,000. Undergraduates 23,983 Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,251
123	Columbus State Community College	28081	0	--	8108	36895	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Columbus State Community College Columbus, OH Undergraduates 28,081 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,108 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,895
124	Colorado State University-Fort Collins	26221	88.54	1,100 – 1,310	21011	49748	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins, CO The flagship university of Colorado, CSU’s mascot is Cam the Ram. Popular sports on campus include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular major at the school by far. CSU has a 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 26,221 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
125	University of Maryland Eastern Shore	2476	96.41	850 – 1,010	13311	34624	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Maryland Eastern Shore Princess Anne, MD The University of Maryland Eastern Shore has a 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 62% first year retention rate. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a commonly chosen major, though there are nearly 40 available areas of study. A NCAA Division I without football school, 190 athletes are known as Hawks. Undergraduates 2,476 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $13,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,624
126	Colorado Northwestern Community College	1271	0	--	12891	39760	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Colorado Northwestern Community College Rangely, CO Undergraduates 1,271 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,891 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,760
127	University of California-Los Angeles	33475	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	14512	59063	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Undergraduates 33,475 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
128	University of Colorado Colorado Springs	9302	97.35	1,020 – 1,230	16942	45766	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, CO Located in Colorado Springs, the University of Colorado Colorado Springs accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. Approximately 73% of students at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Undergraduates 9,302 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
129	Colorado School of Mines	6195	60.69	1,330 – 1,480	29925	82950	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Colorado School of Mines Golden, CO The programs offered at Colorado School of Mines are all focused on energy and environment, so all available majors are in STEM fields. The Orediggers are led on by their mascots Marvin the Miner and Blaster the Burro....Read more Undergraduates 6,195 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
130	University of Massachusetts-Lowell	12122	83.04	1,190 – 1,380	16530	61467	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell, MA Located in Lowell, the University of Massachusetts-Lowell accepts 83% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 79% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 84% and its......Read more Undergraduates 12,122 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $16,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,467
131	University of New Hampshire-Main Campus	11355	88.16	1,110 – 1,340	24999	53671	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of New Hampshire-Main Campus Durham, NH Found in Durham, the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 88% and charges $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 Undergraduates 11,355 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
132	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine	1236	98.11	1,080 – 1,310	22710	55620	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine Media, PA Found in Media, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine’s acceptance rate is 98%. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Undergraduates 1,236 Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,710 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
133	Indiana University-Bloomington	38093	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	17270	53417	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. Undergraduates 38,093 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
134	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	30564	41.6	1,210 – 1,400	21648	47782	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 30,564 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
135	Northeastern State University	5111	99.59	970 – 1,140	12410	41207	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK Located in Tahlequah, Northeastern State University’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,111 Acceptance Rate 99.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,207
136	Vermont State University	4108	81.67	860 – 1,060	18442	41340	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Vermont State University Randolph, VT Located in Randolph, Vermont State University’s acceptance rate is 82%. Undergraduates have to pay $45 to apply. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $4,126 each. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Undergraduates 4,108 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,340
137	Black Hills State University	3198	96.33	970 – 1,180	15576	38927	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Black Hills State University Spearfish, SD Based in Spearfish, Black Hills State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 55% of students at Black Hills State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 3,198 Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,927
138	Jackson State University	4650	93.15	850 – 1,050	23450	30530	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Jackson State University Jackson, MS Found in Jackson, Jackson State University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 22% of students at Jackson State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 62% and around 21% of students will graduate within four......Read more Undergraduates 4,650 Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $23,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,530
139	SUNY Old Westbury	4260	83.63	1,010 – 1,210	10944	43671	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges SUNY Old Westbury Old Westbury, NY Based in Old Westbury, SUNY Old Westbury’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 4,260 Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,944 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,671
140	University of Maine	9601	96.64	1,080 – 1,340	18061	43124	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Maine Orono, ME Found in Orono, the University of Maine accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of students at the University of Maine will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 83% and......Read more Undergraduates 9,601 Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,124
141	University of Maryland-College Park	31133	44.79	1,410 – 1,540	16581	67785	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. Undergraduates 31,133 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
142	University of Alaska Anchorage	9853	66.52	890 – 1,090	16039	42313	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Alaska Anchorage Anchorage, AK Located in Anchorage, the University of Alaska Anchorage’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 55% of students at the University of Alaska Anchorage will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 9,853 Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,039 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,313
143	Tacoma Community College	6199	0	--	9803	38790	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Tacoma Community College Tacoma, WA Undergraduates 6,199 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,803 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,790
144	University of Baltimore	1432	78.74	740 – 1,330	14545	48197	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Baltimore Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, the University of Baltimore’s acceptance rate is 79% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. About 68% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Undergraduates 1,432 Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 740 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,545 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,197
145	University of Utah	28064	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	16583	55239	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Undergraduates 28,064 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
146	Haskell Indian Nations University	978	90.36	850 – 1,020	3948	28425	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Haskell Indian Nations University Lawrence, KS Undergraduates 978 Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $3,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,425
147	Delaware State University	4581	46.58	820 – 1,040	13953	37503	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Delaware State University Dover, DE Delaware State University charges $35 for undergraduate applications. The most popular area of study at DSU is Social Work. The DSU Hornets compete in NCAA Division I-FCS Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference and wear red and Columbia blue. Undergraduates 4,581 Acceptance Rate 46.6% SAT Score 820 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $13,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,503
148	Valley City State University	1651	99.07	930 – 1,180	12442	45820	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Valley City State University Valley City, ND Found in Valley City, Valley City State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 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 Undergraduates 1,651 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
149	College of Charleston	10880	60.03	1,170 – 1,340	21004	43821	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges College of Charleston Charleston, SC Based in Charleston, the College of Charleston accepts 60% of applicants. They request $60 for undergraduate applications. About 84% of students attending the College of Charleston will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,880 Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $21,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,821
150	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	1787	65.45	880 – 1,080	10492	39997	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 65% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 65% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 1,787 Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
151	Tennessee State University	5057	70.11	890 – 1,070	14586	34160	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Tennessee State University Nashville, TN Found in Nashville, Tennessee State University accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 28% of students attending Tennessee State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 33%....Read more Undergraduates 5,057 Acceptance Rate 70.1% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $14,586 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,160
152	University of California-Santa Barbara	23181	32.97	1,260 – 1,480	17658	56852	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Undergraduates 23,181 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
153	Clover Park Technical College	3408	0	--	10915	36840	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Clover Park Technical College Lakewood, WA Undergraduates 3,408 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,915 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,840
154	Central Connecticut State University	8170	73.33	960 – 1,190	17528	49016	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Central Connecticut State University New Britain, CT Central Connecticut State University is fairly selective, and alumni include professional athletes, actors, and politicians. Founded in 1849, it’s the oldest publicly-funded university in the state. Psychology, General, Educational Leadership and Administration, and General are popular undergraduate areas of study. Undergraduates 8,170 Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,016
155	University of Florida-Online	5655	61.26	1,270 – 1,410	10965	56398	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 5,655 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
156	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	41303	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	17209	57984	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Undergraduates 41,303 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
157	California State University-East Bay	9909	97.39	830 – 1,050	9850	55546	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges California State University-East Bay Hayward, CA Found in Hayward, California State University-East Bay accepts 97% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 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 Undergraduates 9,909 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
158	Bluefield State University	1117	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,117 Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
159	University of Massachusetts-Amherst	23920	59.73	1,320 – 1,500	22948	60347	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst, MA Amherst is the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts system. It opened in 1863, when it was known as the Massachusetts Agricultural College. Most students stay on after they complete freshman year – the school has a 92% first year retention rate. 83% graduate in six years. Undergraduates 23,920 Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $22,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,347
160	San Diego Mesa College	19212	0	--	10316	35773	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Undergraduates 19,212 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
161	West Virginia State University	3110	95.96	810 – 1,040	11055	32849	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges West Virginia State University Institute, WV Located in Institute, West Virginia State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They require $20 for undergraduate applications. About 58% of students at West Virginia State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At West Virginia State University, there is a 57% first......Read more Undergraduates 3,110 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 810 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $11,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
162	North Dakota State University	9762	94.96	1,010 – 1,210	15596	54312	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges North Dakota State University Fargo, ND Located in Fargo, North Dakota State University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 72% of students attending North Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 9,762 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
163	North Seattle College	5569	0	--	12462	46383	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges North Seattle College Seattle, WA Undergraduates 5,569 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,383
164	Alabama A & M University	6370	57.95	810 – 1,020	17152	27851	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Alabama A & M University Normal, AL Based in Normal, Alabama A & M University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students attending Alabama A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Undergraduates 6,370 Acceptance Rate 58.0% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $17,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,851
165	Idaho State University	10834	0	--	12174	41377	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Idaho State University Pocatello, ID Undergraduates 10,834 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,174 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,377
166	Oregon State University	31253	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	22467	50843	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 89% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 31,253 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
167	New Mexico Highlands University	1603	0	--	11062	38952	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges New Mexico Highlands University Las Vegas, NM Undergraduates 1,603 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,062 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,952
168	University of Virginia's College at Wise	2142	28.54	960 – 1,120	14378	39725	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Virginia's College at Wise Wise, VA Found in Wise, the University of Virginia's College at Wise accepted 29% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending the University of Virginia's College at Wise will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first......Read more Undergraduates 2,142 Acceptance Rate 28.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $14,378 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,725
169	James Madison University	20973	71.52	1,180 – 1,340	18856	57438	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA Found in Harrisonburg, James Madison University accepts 72% of applicants and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 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 Undergraduates 20,973 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
170	University of Minnesota-Crookston	2612	87.86	1,010 – 1,180	13490	51905	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston, MN Based in Crookston, the University of Minnesota-Crookston’s acceptance rate is 88%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 92% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,612 Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,905
171	West Liberty University	1934	97.27	920 – 1,150	13655	36822	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 97% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 38% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,934 Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $13,655 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
172	University of Hawaii at Manoa	15375	86.6	970 – 1,240	17202	45701	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 15,375 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
173	University of Alabama in Huntsville	6800	68.57	1,190 – 1,410	19396	55610	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Alabama in Huntsville Huntsville, AL Located in Huntsville, the University of Alabama in Huntsville’s acceptance rate is 69%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 6,800 Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $19,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,610
174	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	5661	98.2	970 – 1,200	14090	37382	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 98% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 47% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 5,661 Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,090 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
175	University at Buffalo	20359	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20529	53742	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, the University at Buffalo accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 71% of students attending the University at Buffalo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 20,359 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
176	Aims Community College	8542	0	--	8384	39696	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Aims Community College Greeley, CO Undergraduates 8,542 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,384 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,696
177	Fitchburg State University	3027	86.93	1,060 – 1,230	15340	41999	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Fitchburg State University Fitchburg, MA Located in Fitchburg, Fitchburg State University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 89% of students attending Fitchburg State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more Undergraduates 3,027 Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,999
178	Pierce College District	8137	0	--	11340	39406	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pierce College District Lakewood, WA Undergraduates 8,137 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,406
179	University of Wisconsin-Parkside	3184	75.39	930 – 1,210	10234	42154	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Parkside Kenosha, WI Located in Kenosha, the University of Wisconsin-Parkside’s acceptance rate is 75% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 24% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 69% and around 21% of students will graduate in......Read more Undergraduates 3,184 Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,234 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,154
180	New Jersey City University	3871	98.38	890 – 1,140	16724	45918	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges New Jersey City University Jersey City, NJ Based in Jersey City, New Jersey City University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 3,871 Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,724 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,918
181	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton	502	96.41	1,090 – 1,290	17512	55620	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton Hazleton, PA Based in Hazleton, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton’s acceptance rate is 96%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate is 10%. Physical Therapy......Read more Undergraduates 502 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
182	SUNY Buffalo State University	5255	72.95	980 – 1,240	12023	40877	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges SUNY Buffalo State University Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, SUNY Buffalo State University’s acceptance rate is 73% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 5,255 Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,877
183	Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	31035	54.78	1,290 – 1,450	24912	67377	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA The Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is more commonly known as Virginia Tech. Students are known as Hokies and wear Chicago maroon and burnt orange to show off their school spirit. They compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Virginia Tech's motto is "That I May Serve." Undergraduates 31,035 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
184	Everett Community College	6698	0	--	13630	39316	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Everett Community College Everett, WA Undergraduates 6,698 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,316
185	Georgia Gwinnett College	12230	95.5	940 – 1,170	15225	36756	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Georgia Gwinnett College Lawrenceville, GA Based in Lawrenceville, Georgia Gwinnett College’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 5% of students attending Georgia Gwinnett College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 12,230 Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,756
186	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	23329	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	18574	52216	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Southeastern Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Undergraduates 23,329 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
187	Southern Illinois University-Carbondale	8553	86.88	920 – 1,170	13473	43087	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale, IL Located in Carbondale, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s acceptance rate is 87% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 81% of students attending Southern Illinois University-Carbondale will receive institutional grant aid. 67% of students continued studying at Southern Illinois......Read more Undergraduates 8,553 Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $13,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,087
188	Bloomfield College of Montclair State University	799	69.74	780 – 950	27410	35477	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 799 Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score 780 – 950 Avg. Net Price $27,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,477
189	Cleveland State University	9482	91.3	930 – 1,210	16230	44625	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH Found in Cleveland, Cleveland State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 70% of students attending Cleveland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 9,482 Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,230 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,625
190	Oregon State University-Cascades Campus	1049	63.11	1,150 – 1,320	19772	50843	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend, OR Undergraduates 1,049 Acceptance Rate 63.1% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,772 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
191	Southern Arkansas University Main Campus	3084	75.33	930 – 1,180	13442	37008	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia, AR Based in Magnolia, Southern Arkansas University Main Campus accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 91% of students at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students decide to stay at Southern Arkansas University......Read more Undergraduates 3,084 Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,008
192	Metropolitan State University	5904	98.71	890 – 1,080	16615	54828	#192 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Metropolitan State University Saint Paul, MN Located in Saint Paul, Metropolitan State University accepts 99% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 4% of students at Metropolitan State University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Metropolitan State University, there is a 68% first year......Read more Undergraduates 5,904 Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,828
193	SUNY College of Technology at Delhi	2881	89.01	920 – 1,160	16371	42826	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges SUNY College of Technology at Delhi Delhi, NY Found in Delhi, SUNY College of Technology at Delhi’s acceptance rate is 89%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Delhi currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Undergraduates 2,881 Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 920 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,826
194	Bellingham Technical College	2047	0	--	8294	43235	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Bellingham Technical College Bellingham, WA Undergraduates 2,047 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,235
195	North Carolina A & T State University	12497	49.9	980 – 1,170	10097	36638	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges North Carolina A & T State University Greensboro, NC North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, or A&T for short, is the largest HBCU in the country. The campus is often called “Aggieland.” In 1960, four Aggies helped kick off the Civil Rights movement when they conducted a “sit-in” at a Woolworth’s....Read more Undergraduates 12,497 Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $10,097 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,638
196	College of Southern Nevada	28313	0	--	7205	31822	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges College of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, NV Undergraduates 28,313 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,822
197	Southern Connecticut State University	7252	91.47	910 – 1,100	19827	45422	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 7,252 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
198	Moorpark College	14583	0	--	2727	37374	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Moorpark College Moorpark, CA Undergraduates 14,583 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,374
199	Western New Mexico University	2629	0	--	9477	31166	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Western New Mexico University Silver City, NM Undergraduates 2,629 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,166
200	Montana State University-Northern	919	100	890 – 1,090	9961	45045	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Montana State University-Northern Havre, MT Based in Havre, Montana State University-Northern accepts 100% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 53% of students attending Montana State University-Northern will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 919 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,045
201	University of Massachusetts-Boston	12138	83.78	1,080 – 1,300	17768	53521	#201 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Boston Boston, MA Found in Boston, the University of Massachusetts-Boston accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 12,138 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $17,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,521
202	Columbus State University	6123	99.12	850 – 1,090	12420	39190	#202 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Columbus State University Columbus, GA Located in Columbus, Columbus State University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 22% of students attending Columbus State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Undergraduates 6,123 Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,420 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,190
203	University of South Florida	38525	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11579	48328	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 59% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 38,525 Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
204	Ohio State University-Newark Campus	2543	0	--	14144	51438	#204 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Ohio State University-Newark Campus Newark, OH Undergraduates 2,543 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
205	Cochise County Community College District	3905	0	--	8247	33836	#205 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Cochise County Community College District Sierra Vista, AZ Undergraduates 3,905 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,836
206	Valdosta State University	7166	72.29	920 – 1,110	11144	39416	#206 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Valdosta State University Valdosta, GA Valdosta State University was originally an all women college when it opened in 1913. It became coeducational in 1950. Today, it’s a part of the University System of Georgia. 356 athletes compete as the Blazers, wearing red and black. VSU is a NCAA Division II with football school. Undergraduates 7,166 Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 920 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,416
207	East Texas A&M University	9992	92.24	930 – 1,160	12327	43157	#207 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges East Texas A&M University Commerce, TX Found in Commerce, East Texas A&M University’s acceptance rate is 92% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending East Texas A&M University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 9,992 Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $12,327 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,157
208	Mesa Community College	17077	0	--	12951	38702	#208 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Mesa Community College Mesa, AZ Undergraduates 17,077 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,951 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,702
209	University of Virginia-Main Campus	17885	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	18427	72359	#209 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA Thomas Jefferson founded The University of Virginia, and the school’s Board of Visitors also included James Monroe and James Madison. The school's well known for its secret societies and sport accomplishments. The Cavaliers, who wear orange and blue, have over 30 championship wins. Undergraduates 17,885 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
210	Cameron University	3307	0	--	11320	33447	#210 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Cameron University Lawton, OK Undergraduates 3,307 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,447
211	East Carolina University	21445	89.21	1,080 – 1,240	13755	46420	#211 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 52% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 83% first year......Read more Undergraduates 21,445 Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
212	Tallahassee State College	12455	0	--	8209	31904	#212 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Tallahassee State College Tallahassee, FL Undergraduates 12,455 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,904
213	Austin Peay State University	8926	96.41	970 – 1,180	9882	38779	#213 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Austin Peay State University Clarksville, TN Found in Clarksville, Austin Peay State University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 80% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 8,926 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $9,882 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,779
214	Olympic College	5784	0	--	8157	34510	#214 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Olympic College Bremerton, WA Undergraduates 5,784 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,510
215	University of Illinois Springfield	2309	85.88	980 – 1,220	10809	47432	#215 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Illinois Springfield Springfield, IL The University of Illinois Springfield is one of three in the University of Illinois system and is located in the state's capitol city. U of I offers 48 degree programs with Computer Science, Business Administration and Management, General, and Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst being the most sought after....Read more Undergraduates 2,309 Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,432
216	Metropolitan State University of Denver	17274	98.8	890 – 1,140	14584	45391	#216 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver, CO Based in Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 38% of students attending Metropolitan State University of Denver will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 17,274 Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,584 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,391
217	University of Delaware	20026	70.6	1,210 – 1,380	19139	58846	#217 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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. Undergraduates 20,026 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
218	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley	866	97.37	1,130 – 1,320	19066	55620	#218 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley Center Valley, PA Based in Center Valley, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley accepts 97% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 866 Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
219	MiraCosta College	11478	0	--	9044	37965	#219 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA Undergraduates 11,478 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,965
220	CUNY York College	5917	64.1	790 – 960	5131	46148	#220 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges CUNY York College Jamaica, NY Found in Jamaica, CUNY York College accepts 64% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. About 60% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 5,917 Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 790 – 960 Avg. Net Price $5,131 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,148
221	University of Alaska Southeast	1768	63.29	900 – 1,140	13827	38811	#221 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Alaska Southeast Juneau, AK The smallest in the trio of University of Alaska schools, Southeast is located in the state capital and is further divided into three campuses: Juneau, Sitka, and Ketchikan. Its mascot is Spike the Humpback Whale. UAS offers up to Post-master's certificate, but most are currently undergraduates. Undergraduates 1,768 Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,827 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,811
222	Whatcom Community College	3674	0	--	13116	38429	#222 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Whatcom Community College Bellingham, WA Undergraduates 3,674 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,116 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,429
223	Chadron State College	1690	0	--	13292	39139	#223 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Chadron State College Chadron, NE Undergraduates 1,690 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,139
224	Colorado Mesa University	9473	82.03	940 – 1,170	15590	39223	#224 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, CO Located in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 9,473 Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,223
225	SUNY Morrisville	2167	91.54	990 – 1,230	15960	39759	#225 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges SUNY Morrisville Morrisville, NY Based in Morrisville, SUNY Morrisville’s acceptance rate is 92%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $3,298 on average. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Undergraduates 2,167 Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,960 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,759
226	Lincoln University	1545	65.72	820 – 960	14473	32865	#226 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. The school has a 73% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Undergraduates 1,545 Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $14,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
227	West Texas A & M University	6926	98.68	960 – 1,160	15572	44399	#227 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges West Texas A & M University Canyon, TX Found in Canyon, West Texas A & M University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 58% of students at West Texas A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. 70% of students decide to stay at West Texas A......Read more Undergraduates 6,926 Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,572 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,399
228	University of Florida	36573	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11936	56398	#228 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Undergraduates 36,573 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
229	University of West Florida	9970	58.24	1,040 – 1,260	10092	42204	#229 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of West Florida Pensacola, FL Found in Pensacola, the University of West Florida accepts 58% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of students at the University of West Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 9,970 Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $10,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,204
230	Western Nevada College	4284	0	--	14929	36917	#230 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Western Nevada College Carson City, NV Undergraduates 4,284 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,917
231	University of Georgia	32399	37.7	1,300 – 1,490	16662	57565	#231 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Undergraduates 32,399 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
232	Spokane Community College	6813	0	--	6132	37814	#232 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Spokane Community College Spokane, WA Undergraduates 6,813 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,132 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,814
233	Skagit Valley College	4028	0	--	8264	36892	#233 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Skagit Valley College Mount Vernon, WA Undergraduates 4,028 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,892
234	Texas A&M University-Central Texas	1755	100	--	1794	50382	#234 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Texas A&M University-Central Texas Killeen, TX Undergraduates 1,755 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,382
235	Laramie County Community College	4193	0	--	7113	38656	#235 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Laramie County Community College Cheyenne, WY Undergraduates 4,193 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,656
236	Seminole State College of Florida	15390	0	--	8448	35589	#236 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Seminole State College of Florida Sanford, FL Undergraduates 15,390 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,448 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,589
237	South Puget Sound Community College	4871	0	--	12399	37270	#237 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges South Puget Sound Community College Olympia, WA Undergraduates 4,871 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,399 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,270
238	University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma	1027	65.82	1,080 – 1,250	8070	35520	#238 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma Chickasha, OK Based in Chickasha, the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Science and Arts of......Read more Undergraduates 1,027 Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,070 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,520
239	Quincy College	3022	0	--	14704	43642	#239 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Quincy College Quincy, MA Undergraduates 3,022 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,642
240	Bates Technical College	4083	0	--	7963	45569	#240 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Bates Technical College Tacoma, WA Undergraduates 4,083 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,963 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,569
241	Miami University-Hamilton	2438	0	--	9786	49773	#241 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Miami University-Hamilton Hamilton, OH Undergraduates 2,438 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
242	The University of Alabama	34389	76.65	1,180 – 1,400	22559	52233	#242 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 34,389 Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,559 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
243	Western Illinois University	4525	71.18	910 – 1,120	14208	43057	#243 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Western Illinois University Macomb, IL Found in Macomb, Western Illinois University accepts 71% of applicants. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. About 53% of students attending Western Illinois University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Western Illinois University, there is a 61% first year......Read more Undergraduates 4,525 Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $14,208 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,057
244	Rogers State University	3135	81.84	890 – 970	15314	39324	#244 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Rogers State University Claremore, OK Located in Claremore, Rogers State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 15% of students attending Rogers State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 3,135 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 890 – 970 Avg. Net Price $15,314 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,324
245	Fort Hays State University	10172	90.26	970 – 1,180	13186	44428	#245 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Found in Hays, Fort Hays State University accepts 90% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,172 Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,186 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
246	Lamar University	8184	86.41	940 – 1,160	9814	47077	#246 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Lamar University Beaumont, TX Found in Beaumont, Lamar University accepts 86% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students at Lamar University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 8,184 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $9,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,077
247	Hillsborough Community College	21483	0	--	3333	34101	#247 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Hillsborough Community College Tampa, FL Undergraduates 21,483 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,101
248	Alvin Community College	5872	0	--	9268	38693	#248 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Alvin Community College Alvin, TX Undergraduates 5,872 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,693
249	University of Mississippi	21585	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	15045	45336	#249 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 68% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 21,585 Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
250	Florida State College at Jacksonville	23556	0	--	2727	36362	#250 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Florida State College at Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL Undergraduates 23,556 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,362
251	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny	352	96.47	1,080 – 1,280	15574	55620	#251 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny McKeesport, PA Found in McKeesport, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny accepts 96% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $6,366 each. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Undergraduates 352 Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
252	Central Washington University	10317	90.62	930 – 1,160	19898	49398	#252 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Central Washington University Ellensburg, WA Located in Ellensburg, Central Washington University’s acceptance rate is 91% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending Central Washington University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 10,317 Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $19,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,398
253	University of Colorado Boulder	32244	78.08	1,270 – 1,440	26231	54939	#253 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO The Boulder campus is the flagship school of the University of Colorado system. It was actually founded a few months before Colorado became a state in 1876. Athletes, called the Buffaloes, are part of the Big Twelve Conference....Read more Undergraduates 32,244 Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $26,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
254	Louisiana State University-Shreveport	2651	50.55	980 – 1,190	7287	38467	#254 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Louisiana State University-Shreveport Shreveport, LA Based in Shreveport, Louisiana State University-Shreveport accepts 51% of applicants and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 64% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,651 Acceptance Rate 50.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $7,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,467
255	Youngstown State University	9400	84.45	1,010 – 1,220	12757	37590	#255 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Youngstown State University Youngstown, OH Found in Youngstown, Youngstown State University’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to send in $45 to apply. Approximately 79% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Youngstown State University, there is a 76% first year retention rate and a 28% four year graduation rate....Read more Undergraduates 9,400 Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $12,757 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,590
256	University of Oregon	20622	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	24605	46084	#256 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 79% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Undergraduates 20,622 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
257	West Los Angeles College	9255	0	--	11164	32538	#257 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA Undergraduates 9,255 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,538
258	University of Akron Main Campus	11160	59.67	930 – 1,210	14693	42269	#258 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH Based in Akron, the University of Akron Main Campus accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending the University of Akron Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 27% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 11,160 Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $14,693 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
259	Foothill College	12949	0	--	10805	48920	#259 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA Undergraduates 12,949 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,805 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,920
260	University of Michigan-Dearborn	6187	55.61	1,000 – 1,260	11521	50389	#260 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI Located in Dearborn, the University of Michigan-Dearborn accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 82% of students continued their studies at the University of......Read more Undergraduates 6,187 Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,389
261	Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology	2396	0	--	10869	44523	#261 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology Okmulgee, OK Undergraduates 2,396 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,523
262	University of Illinois Chicago	22495	77.35	1,150 – 1,360	10852	53218	#262 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Illinois Chicago Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, the University of Illinois Chicago accepts 77% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 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 Undergraduates 22,495 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
263	Pasco-Hernando State College	9410	0	--	6064	34724	#263 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pasco-Hernando State College New Port Richey, FL Undergraduates 9,410 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,724
264	University of North Florida	13735	53.24	1,050 – 1,250	11135	46546	#264 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of North Florida Jacksonville, FL Found in Jacksonville, the University of North Florida accepts 53% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending the University of North Florida will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the......Read more Undergraduates 13,735 Acceptance Rate 53.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $11,135 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
265	Northeastern Illinois University	4226	74.6	820 – 1,020	14140	43801	#265 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Northeastern Illinois University Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, Northeastern Illinois University accepts 75% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending Northeastern Illinois University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Northeastern Illinois University, there is a 52% first year retention rate......Read more Undergraduates 4,226 Acceptance Rate 74.6% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $14,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,801
266	University of Arkansas-Fort Smith	5459	80.46	970 – 1,140	11159	35925	#266 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Fort Smith, AR Based in Fort Smith, the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,459 Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,925
267	California State University-Chico	13792	92.72	970 – 1,180	14630	50493	#267 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,880 on average. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more Undergraduates 13,792 Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
268	Salisbury University	6288	87.47	1,170 – 1,330	18760	51926	#268 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Salisbury University Salisbury, MD Found in Salisbury, Salisbury University accepts 87% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Salisbury University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Undergraduates 6,288 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,926
269	Trinity Valley Community College	5961	0	--	5015	32725	#269 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Trinity Valley Community College Athens, TX Undergraduates 5,961 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,015 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,725
270	Northwest Missouri State University	5241	86.09	1,010 – 1,180	16790	41695	#270 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, MO Found in Maryville, Northwest Missouri State University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 91% of students at Northwest Missouri State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 5,241 Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,695
271	The College of New Jersey	7435	62.29	1,150 – 1,350	25580	62649	#271 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges The College of New Jersey Ewing, NJ The College of New Jersey was founded in 1855 and originally called the New Jersey State Normal School. It received its current name in 1996. The college has a first year retention rate of 91%....Read more Undergraduates 7,435 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
272	Truckee Meadows Community College	10885	0	--	9745	38186	#272 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Truckee Meadows Community College Reno, NV Undergraduates 10,885 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,186
273	Utah Tech University	13006	0	--	17598	37959	#273 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Utah Tech University Saint George, UT Undergraduates 13,006 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,959
274	Salem State University	4867	95.88	990 – 1,160	17541	48209	#274 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Salem State University Salem, MA Salem State University is a public university located just 30 minutes from Boston. Offering 73 degree programs, the most popular are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration....Read more Undergraduates 4,867 Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,541 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,209
275	Palm Beach State College	25916	0	--	9577	33729	#275 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Palm Beach State College Lake Worth, FL Undergraduates 25,916 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,577 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,729
276	University of Guam	2549	0	--	7914	28270	#276 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Guam Mangilao, GU Undergraduates 2,549 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,270
277	Indiana State University	6224	80.77	910 – 1,130	12066	41047	#277 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Indiana State University Terre Haute, IN Located in Terre Haute, Indiana State University accepts 81% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 93% of students at Indiana State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 66%....Read more Undergraduates 6,224 Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,047
278	Clark College	7463	0	--	13528	37411	#278 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Clark College Vancouver, WA Undergraduates 7,463 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,411
279	Madison Area Technical College	13610	0	--	13284	40928	#279 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Madison Area Technical College Madison, WI Undergraduates 13,610 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,928
280	Ramapo College of New Jersey	5444	70.64	1,130 – 1,310	17566	53872	#280 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah, NJ Based in Mahwah, Ramapo College of New Jersey’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Ramapo College of New Jersey, there is a 84% first year retention rate and 58% of students......Read more Undergraduates 5,444 Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,872
281	SUNY College of Technology at Canton	3459	92.15	1,000 – 1,160	14754	42079	#281 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, NY Based in Canton, SUNY College of Technology at Canton accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 83% of students attending SUNY College of Technology at Canton currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 3,459 Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,754 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,079
282	University of Kansas	22085	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	19205	51217	#282 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 53% of......Read more Undergraduates 22,085 Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
283	Florida SouthWestern State College	14301	0	--	8356	37028	#283 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Florida SouthWestern State College Fort Myers, FL Undergraduates 14,301 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,356 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,028
284	University of Arkansas at Monticello	2457	0	--	14613	31332	#284 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello, AR Undergraduates 2,457 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,613 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,332
285	College of Southern Idaho	10176	0	--	7576	35642	#285 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges College of Southern Idaho Twin Falls, ID Undergraduates 10,176 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,642
286	Auburn University at Montgomery	3325	91.57	980 – 1,190	13945	38216	#286 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Auburn University at Montgomery accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Auburn University at Montgomery currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 3,325 Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,945 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,216
287	Columbia Basin College	7510	0	--	10656	38255	#287 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Columbia Basin College Pasco, WA Undergraduates 7,510 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,255
288	University of Arkansas at Little Rock	5939	58.78	940 – 1,190	12033	40040	#288 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 76% of students attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 5,939 Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $12,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,040
289	Concord University	1609	92.56	860 – 1,120	11379	33094	#289 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,609 Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
290	University of Minnesota Duluth	8426	88.75	1,150 – 1,320	20128	52840	#290 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 8,426 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
291	Purdue University Fort Wayne	6489	83.89	990 – 1,230	14735	42873	#291 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Located in Fort Wayne, Purdue University Fort Wayne’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to pay $30 to apply. About 88% of students attending Purdue University Fort Wayne will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 6,489 Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,873
292	University of Hawaii Maui College	2792	0	--	8089	28263	#292 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Hawaii Maui College Kahului, HI Undergraduates 2,792 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,089 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,263
293	San Diego State University	35782	36.19	1,100 – 1,320	14704	52620	#293 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 35,782 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
294	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington	2884	96.77	1,080 – 1,270	19232	55620	#294 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington Abington, PA Located in Abington, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington’s acceptance rate is 97% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 77% and......Read more Undergraduates 2,884 Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $19,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
295	Western Washington University	13752	93.25	1,160 – 1,400	24338	45272	#295 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Western Washington University Bellingham, WA Located in Bellingham, Western Washington University accepts 93% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 90% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 13,752 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
296	Western Kentucky University	14151	93.87	870 – 1,070	12548	38156	#296 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Western Kentucky University Bowling Green, KY Located in Bowling Green, Western Kentucky University accepts 94% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 91% of students attending Western Kentucky University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 78%......Read more Undergraduates 14,151 Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $12,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,156
297	Big Bend Community College	1857	0	--	14474	35267	#297 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Big Bend Community College Moses Lake, WA Undergraduates 1,857 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,267
298	California State University-San Marcos	14977	95.1	950 – 1,130	10241	48673	#298 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Based in San Marcos, California State University-San Marcos accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications. About 46% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 14,977 Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 950 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,241 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
299	Eastern Arizona College	5213	0	--	9400	33246	#299 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Eastern Arizona College Thatcher, AZ Undergraduates 5,213 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,246
300	Shepherd University	3032	96.78	900 – 1,150	11744	43726	#300 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Shepherd University Shepherdstown, WV Located in Shepherdstown, Shepherd University accepts 97% of applicants and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and its four......Read more Undergraduates 3,032 Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 900 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,744 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,726
301	Saint Cloud State University	8738	94.8	940 – 1,220	14735	47215	#301 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud, MN Based in Saint Cloud, Saint Cloud State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 78% of students at Saint Cloud State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 8,738 Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
302	University of North Texas	34458	72.23	990 – 1,240	15965	46304	#302 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 77% and its four year graduation rate is 42%. Computer and......Read more Undergraduates 34,458 Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
303	University of Houston-Victoria	2627	95.9	1,000 – 1,190	6754	44888	#303 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Houston-Victoria Victoria, TX Based in Victoria, the University of Houston-Victoria accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 72% of students at the University of Houston-Victoria currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,627 Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $6,754 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,888
304	Northern Kentucky University	10163	67.65	970 – 1,210	9211	42105	#304 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights, KY Located in Highland Heights, Northern Kentucky University’s acceptance rate is 68%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,163 Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,105
305	University of South Carolina Beaufort	2162	72.5	940 – 1,110	15363	39214	#305 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of South Carolina Beaufort Bluffton, SC Located in Bluffton, the University of South Carolina Beaufort’s acceptance rate is 72%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 44% of students attending the University of South Carolina Beaufort currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate......Read more Undergraduates 2,162 Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,214
306	Georgia State University	27415	55.44	960 – 1,200	16854	37844	#306 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Georgia State University Atlanta, GA Based in Atlanta, Georgia State University’s acceptance rate is 55%. They request $60 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 28% of students attending Georgia State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 80% and around 34% of......Read more Undergraduates 27,415 Acceptance Rate 55.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,854 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,844
307	Worcester State University	4868	87.99	1,030 – 1,290	12778	50233	#307 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Worcester State University Worcester, MA Based in Worcester, Worcester State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 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 Undergraduates 4,868 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
308	Lake-Sumter State College	5810	0	--	6552	33193	#308 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Lake-Sumter State College Leesburg, FL Undergraduates 5,810 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,193
309	Red Rocks Community College	8322	0	--	8478	41495	#309 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Red Rocks Community College Lakewood, CO Undergraduates 8,322 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,478 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,495
310	Colorado Mountain College	5494	0	--	7631	36307	#310 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Colorado Mountain College Glenwood Springs, CO Undergraduates 5,494 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,307
311	Lane Community College	6810	0	--	10989	33726	#311 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Lane Community College Eugene, OR Undergraduates 6,810 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,726
312	Western Carolina University	10112	81.83	1,030 – 1,230	13767	43085	#312 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 78% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 10,112 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
313	East Georgia State College	1820	100	760 – 930	9480	30593	#313 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges East Georgia State College Swainsboro, GA Located in Swainsboro, East Georgia State College’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 14% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,820 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 760 – 930 Avg. Net Price $9,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,593
314	Christopher Newport University	4369	86.04	1,080 – 1,300	23148	51931	#314 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 4,369 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
315	Governors State University	2572	48.27	830 – 1,060	12756	45435	#315 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Governors State University University Park, IL Based in University Park, Governors State University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 44% of students attending Governors State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,572 Acceptance Rate 48.3% SAT Score 830 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $12,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,435
316	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	14416	88.51	1,120 – 1,300	11404	39869	#316 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Undergraduates 14,416 Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $11,404 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
317	Shawnee State University	2994	68.91	980 – 1,190	13996	35080	#317 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Found in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 63% of students attending Shawnee State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,994 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,080
318	Eastern Illinois University	6785	65.35	880 – 1,090	13787	42694	#318 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 6,785 Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $13,787 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
319	Wichita State University	13313	93.95	930 – 1,220	14228	44043	#319 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and around 31% of students will graduate within four......Read more Undergraduates 13,313 Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
320	Westfield State University	3868	81.41	980 – 1,190	17406	46861	#320 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 3,868 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
321	Winthrop University	3969	79.25	1,020 – 1,240	16108	39048	#321 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Winthrop University Rock Hill, SC Located in Rock Hill, Winthrop University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of students at Winthrop University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 3,969 Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,108 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,048
322	University of Connecticut-Avery Point	477	88.18	960 – 1,190	12850	63322	#322 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton, CT Undergraduates 477 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $12,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
323	West Virginia University Institute of Technology	1278	36.68	920 – 1,130	11281	45181	#323 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges West Virginia University Institute of Technology Beckley, WV Based in Beckley, West Virginia University Institute of Technology accepted 37% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 62%....Read more Undergraduates 1,278 Acceptance Rate 36.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
324	Marshall University	9146	95.73	960 – 1,170	8076	39561	#324 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Marshall University Huntington, WV Based in Huntington, Marshall University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 86% of students at Marshall University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 9,146 Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $8,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,561
325	Dallas College	69749	0	--	3177	35493	#325 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Dallas College Dallas, TX Undergraduates 69,749 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,177 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,493
326	Glendale Community College	13914	0	--	12607	37269	#326 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Glendale Community College Glendale, AZ Undergraduates 13,914 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,607 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,269
327	Brazosport College	3812	0	--	11311	37347	#327 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Brazosport College Lake Jackson, TX Undergraduates 3,812 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,347
328	University of Southern Maine	5525	79.23	1,030 – 1,260	14028	47107	#328 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Southern Maine Portland, ME Found in Portland, the University of Southern Maine’s acceptance rate is 79%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 89% of students at the University of Southern Maine will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 5,525 Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $14,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,107
329	Murray State College	2949	0	--	12844	33903	#329 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Murray State College Tishomingo, OK Undergraduates 2,949 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,903
330	Scottsdale Community College	7065	0	--	14504	39059	#330 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Scottsdale Community College Scottsdale, AZ Undergraduates 7,065 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,059
331	Chemeketa Community College	8098	0	--	8163	35771	#331 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Chemeketa Community College Salem, OR Undergraduates 8,098 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,771
332	Missouri Western State University	3491	0	--	13126	37499	#332 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph, MO Undergraduates 3,491 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,499
333	University of Houston	39257	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	14309	52768	#333 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Houston Houston, TX Found in Houston, the University of Houston’s acceptance rate is 74%. They require $75 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 56% of students attending the University of Houston currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 39,257 Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $14,309 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
334	The University of Texas at Austin	43165	26.64	1,260 – 1,500	17942	60896	#334 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Undergraduates 43,165 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
335	Southwest Minnesota State University	7735	62.18	890 – 1,140	15547	43282	#335 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall, MN Based in Marshall, Southwest Minnesota State University’s acceptance rate is 62%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at Southwest Minnesota State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 74% and......Read more Undergraduates 7,735 Acceptance Rate 62.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,547 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,282
336	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	25255	75.17	1,010 – 1,260	11940	54466	#336 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 25,255 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
337	Community College of Denver	7965	0	--	9991	36412	#337 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Community College of Denver Denver, CO Undergraduates 7,965 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,991 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,412
338	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology	2216	79.87	1,170 – 1,370	20267	62863	#338 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 2,216 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
339	Lake Superior State University	1551	68.01	1,010 – 1,230	12339	42767	#339 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Lake Superior State University Sault Ste Marie, MI Based in Sault Ste Marie, Lake Superior State University accepts 68% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending Lake Superior State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,551 Acceptance Rate 68.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,339 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,767
340	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	34242	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21430	49218	#340 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Undergraduates 34,242 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
341	Eastern Washington University	6952	90.75	890 – 1,100	14767	46469	#341 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Eastern Washington University Cheney, WA Found in Cheney, Eastern Washington University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Eastern Washington University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 6,952 Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $14,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,469
342	University of South Carolina Aiken	3289	78.54	1,000 – 1,230	12236	39689	#342 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of South Carolina Aiken Aiken, SC Found in Aiken, the University of South Carolina Aiken accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 24% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 3,289 Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,236 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,689
343	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	10084	85.72	930 – 1,180	12709	47909	#343 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI The University of Wisconsin, Whitewater offers 85 programs and majors, but many choose to study Business/Commerce, General. During the last admission cycle, the school received 10,200 applications and accepted 8,700. 110 acres of the 400 acre-campus makes up the Nature Preserve with woodlands, prairie, and wetlands. Undergraduates 10,084 Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,909
344	Centralia College	2244	0	--	14216	35989	#344 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Centralia College Centralia, WA Undergraduates 2,244 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,989
345	Wenatchee Valley College	3067	0	--	11103	37011	#345 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Wenatchee Valley College Wenatchee, WA Undergraduates 3,067 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,011
346	Western Oregon University	3167	98.1	930 – 1,150	14006	42537	#346 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Western Oregon University Monmouth, OR Located in Monmouth, Western Oregon University’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 90% of students at Western Oregon University will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $3,925 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Undergraduates 3,167 Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,537
347	Taft College	4464	0	--	5025	33687	#347 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Taft College Taft, CA Undergraduates 4,464 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,687
348	Massachusetts College of Art and Design	1871	76.27	990 – 1,180	24864	27090	#348 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Massachusetts College of Art and Design Boston, MA Found in Boston, Massachusetts College of Art and Design accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,871 Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,090
349	Greenville Technical College	11999	0	--	9015	35240	#349 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Greenville Technical College Greenville, SC Undergraduates 11,999 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,015 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,240
350	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton	800	98.52	1,100 – 1,270	17536	55620	#350 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton Dunmore, PA Found in Dunmore, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and . About 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 800 Acceptance Rate 98.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $17,536 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
351	Michigan State University	41234	84.8	1,190 – 1,370	23657	55084	#351 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 41,234 Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
352	Fashion Institute of Technology	7924	60.24	--	16340	50102	#352 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Fashion Institute of Technology New York, NY Based in New York, Fashion Institute of Technology accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 13% of students at Fashion Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 7,924 Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,102
353	Arapahoe Community College	15012	0	--	10332	43676	#353 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Arapahoe Community College Littleton, CO Undergraduates 15,012 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,676
354	California State University-Fullerton	38760	90.52	1,000 – 1,180	7064	48558	#354 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 38,760 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
355	Paradise Valley Community College	6148	0	--	13296	41597	#355 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Paradise Valley Community College Phoenix, AZ Undergraduates 6,148 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,597
356	University of Idaho	9574	75.53	1,000 – 1,240	15111	42602	#356 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Idaho Moscow, ID “A Legacy of Leading” is the motto of the University of Idaho. Founded in 1889, it was the only university in the state until 1963. The Vandals compete in Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others....Read more Undergraduates 9,574 Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,602
357	Galveston College	2405	0	--	7804	34299	#357 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Galveston College Galveston, TX Undergraduates 2,405 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,804 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,299
358	Henry Ford College	11410	0	--	1064	28100	#358 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Henry Ford College Dearborn, MI Undergraduates 11,410 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,100
359	University of Maryland-Baltimore County	10767	72.43	1,240 – 1,420	18770	55137	#359 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, the University of Maryland-Baltimore County’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,767 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $18,770 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,137
360	Cincinnati State Technical and Community College	9683	0	--	4572	35314	#360 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Cincinnati State Technical and Community College Cincinnati, OH Undergraduates 9,683 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,572 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,314
361	Central Wyoming College	2205	0	--	8283	30833	#361 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Central Wyoming College Riverton, WY Undergraduates 2,205 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,833
362	Fayetteville State University	6074	82.15	860 – 1,030	7811	37831	#362 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 75% of students continued their studies at......Read more Undergraduates 6,074 Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 860 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $7,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
363	South Seattle College	5210	0	--	8012	43070	#363 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges South Seattle College Seattle, WA Undergraduates 5,210 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,012 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,070
364	Nebraska Indian Community College	620	0	--	23188	25591	#364 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Nebraska Indian Community College Macy, NE Undergraduates 620 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,188 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,591
365	University of Vermont	12276	65.3	1,320 – 1,440	20084	48164	#365 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 12,276 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
366	University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College	7787	0	--	15882	48310	#366 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College Blue Ash, OH Undergraduates 7,787 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,882 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
367	Eastern Connecticut State University	4174	82.98	1,070 – 1,260	21512	47289	#367 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Eastern Connecticut State University Willimantic, CT Based in Willimantic, Eastern Connecticut State University accepts 83% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 87% of students at Eastern Connecticut State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 4,174 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
368	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York	675	97.41	1,060 – 1,260	18887	55620	#368 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York York, PA Based in York, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York accepts 97% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 675 Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
369	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	22364	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	19561	46855	#369 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Undergraduates 22,364 Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
370	Empire State University	8395	80.53	--	11659	50167	#370 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Empire State University Saratoga Springs, NY Located in Saratoga Springs, Empire State University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 58% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Empire State University, there is a 66% first year......Read more Undergraduates 8,395 Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,659 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,167
371	Virginia State University	5124	88.63	840 – 1,070	17840	33630	#371 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 14% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Undergraduates 5,124 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $17,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
372	Cypress College	15924	0	--	7253	35285	#372 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Cypress College Cypress, CA Undergraduates 15,924 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,253 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,285
373	William & Mary	7063	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	19686	62959	#373 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. Undergraduates 7,063 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
374	College of the Mainland	5127	0	--	3252	36164	#374 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges College of the Mainland Texas City, TX Undergraduates 5,127 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,164
375	Sonoma State University	5272	93.43	950 – 1,150	14614	52179	#375 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Sonoma State University Rohnert Park, CA Based in Rohnert Park, Sonoma State University’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,272 Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,614 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,179
376	Mississippi State University	18567	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	18478	43487	#376 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 18,567 Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,478 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
377	University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff	1817	41.18	810 – 1,000	12373	31161	#377 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Pine Bluff, AR The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is a public HBCU that has eight academic divisions, though Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular area of study. It’s a highly selective school, and has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include professional athletes, jazz musicians, and politicians. Undergraduates 1,817 Acceptance Rate 41.2% SAT Score 810 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $12,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,161
378	The University of Texas at Tyler	7683	94.02	1,020 – 1,220	14476	49355	#378 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX Based in Tyler, The University of Texas at Tyler accepts 94% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 66% of students attending The University of Texas at Tyler will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 7,683 Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,355
379	University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown	1813	94.84	990 – 1,230	18452	54240	#379 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown Johnstown, PA Found in Johnstown, the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first......Read more Undergraduates 1,813 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
380	Tyler Junior College	11885	0	--	9292	33789	#380 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Tyler Junior College Tyler, TX Undergraduates 11,885 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,789
381	University of the District of Columbia	3610	0	--	12895	36358	#381 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of the District of Columbia Washington, DC Undergraduates 3,610 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,358
382	Front Range Community College	21970	0	--	12014	40548	#382 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Front Range Community College Westminster, CO Undergraduates 21,970 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,014 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,548
383	Harris-Stowe State University	1002	47.84	850 – 1,010	9418	26634	#383 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Harris-Stowe State University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Harris-Stowe State University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and......Read more Undergraduates 1,002 Acceptance Rate 47.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $9,418 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,634
384	Portland State University	15414	90.87	970 – 1,220	10195	46937	#384 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Portland State University Portland, OR Located in Portland, Portland State University accepts 91% of applicants and requires $60 for undergraduate applications and $67 for graduate applications. About 60% of students at Portland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 15,414 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
385	Rhode Island College	5154	91.82	870 – 1,120	10346	46882	#385 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Undergraduates 5,154 Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
386	University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg	1321	95.21	1,050 – 1,260	18365	54240	#386 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg Greensburg, PA Based in Greensburg, the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg accepts 95% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 92% of students at the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg, there is a 69% first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 1,321 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
387	Pikes Peak State College	12556	0	--	5609	35799	#387 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pikes Peak State College Colorado Springs, CO Undergraduates 12,556 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,609 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,799
388	Central State University	2665	98.61	800 – 970	11398	27173	#388 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Central State University Wilberforce, OH Based in Wilberforce, Central State University accepts 99% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students at Central State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,665 Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 800 – 970 Avg. Net Price $11,398 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,173
389	CUNY Graduate School and University Center	3486	68.49	--	0	68616	#389 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges CUNY Graduate School and University Center New York, NY Undergraduates 3,486 Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,616
390	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	25900	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	25223	54240	#390 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA The University of Pittsburgh opened in 1787 as the Pittsburgh Academy, though it may have roots going back to 1770. Much of the school was destroyed in the Great Fire of 1845, a massive fire that stretched 20 square blocks of the city. Last year, Pitt accepted 35,400 of applicants and 13% of these students enrolled. Undergraduates 25,900 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
391	Glenville State University	1685	69.45	870 – 1,090	13798	34917	#391 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 83% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 55%....Read more Undergraduates 1,685 Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $13,798 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
392	Schoolcraft Community College District	8587	0	--	5782	34749	#392 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Schoolcraft Community College District Livonia, MI Undergraduates 8,587 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,782 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,749
393	Iowa State University	25628	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17779	53873	#393 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 88% first year retention rate, and 52% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Undergraduates 25,628 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
394	Binghamton University	14669	38.61	1,350 – 1,490	18877	61621	#394 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Undergraduates 14,669 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
395	Francis Marion University	3692	86.39	880 – 1,150	11727	36304	#395 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Francis Marion University Florence, SC Located in Florence, Francis Marion University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $41 to apply. Approximately 59% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 21% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 3,692 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,304
396	CUNY Brooklyn College	11562	58.36	950 – 1,340	4512	45035	#396 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY Found in Brooklyn, CUNY Brooklyn College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 76% of students at CUNY Brooklyn College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 11,562 Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $4,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
397	University of California-Santa Cruz	17940	65.79	1,180 – 1,390	18059	49716	#397 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA Found in Santa Cruz, the University of California-Santa Cruz accepts 66% of applicants and requests $80 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 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 Undergraduates 17,940 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
398	Rose State College	7758	0	--	12036	33124	#398 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Rose State College Midwest City, OK Undergraduates 7,758 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,124
399	Minnesota State University Moorhead	3375	58.76	970 – 1,210	18221	45873	#399 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead, MN Based in Moorhead, Minnesota State University Moorhead accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Undergraduates 3,375 Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,873
400	University of South Carolina-Upstate	4487	67.26	1,030 – 1,200	13999	43339	#400 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of South Carolina-Upstate Spartanburg, SC Located in Spartanburg, the University of South Carolina-Upstate accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $45 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 40% of students attending the University of South Carolina-Upstate currently receive grant aid from the school. 70% of......Read more Undergraduates 4,487 Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $13,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,339
401	Indian River State College	15429	0	--	4427	33822	#401 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Indian River State College Fort Pierce, FL Undergraduates 15,429 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,822
402	Pueblo Community College	7284	0	--	13391	33368	#402 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pueblo Community College Pueblo, CO Undergraduates 7,284 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,391 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,368
403	Florida Atlantic University	24876	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	10225	45647	#403 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Undergraduates 24,876 Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
404	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona	2371	98.06	1,080 – 1,300	21618	55620	#404 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona Altoona, PA Based in Altoona, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 72% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona will receive institutional grant aid. The first year......Read more Undergraduates 2,371 Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $21,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
405	Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania	4371	86.5	890 – 1,310	23772	45010	#405 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg, PA Based in Shippensburg, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 86% and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 75% of students at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Undergraduates 4,371 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
406	The University of Texas Permian Basin	4218	94.89	920 – 1,140	13563	50020	#406 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Undergraduates 4,218 Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,563 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
407	University of Mary Washington	3660	79.78	1,190 – 1,380	21800	49411	#407 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg, VA Located in Fredericksburg, the University of Mary Washington accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . About 94% of students attending the University of Mary Washington will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 3,660 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
408	California State University-Monterey Bay	6907	97.4	960 – 1,160	14493	48648	#408 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside, CA Located in Seaside, California State University-Monterey Bay accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at California State University-Monterey Bay currently receive institutional......Read more Undergraduates 6,907 Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,493 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
409	Sam Houston State University	17787	90.26	930 – 1,130	14737	45337	#409 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX Found in Huntsville, Sam Houston State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 8% of students at Sam Houston State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 17,787 Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,337
410	Northern Marianas College	1239	0	--	3850	21925	#410 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Northern Marianas College Saipan, MP Undergraduates 1,239 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,925
411	State University of New York at Plattsburgh	3825	78.41	1,090 – 1,260	15412	48089	#411 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges State University of New York at Plattsburgh Plattsburgh, NY Found in Plattsburgh, State University of New York at Plattsburgh accepts 78% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 80% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 3,825 Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,089
412	University of Louisiana at Lafayette	13432	87.01	1,140 – 1,310	13017	42668	#412 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette, LA Found in Lafayette, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 62% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 13,432 Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,668
413	Daytona State College	12820	0	--	5945	32933	#413 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Daytona State College Daytona Beach, FL Undergraduates 12,820 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,945 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,933
414	Sinclair Community College	19415	0	--	5821	33821	#414 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Sinclair Community College Dayton, OH Undergraduates 19,415 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,821
415	Northern State University	3169	93	970 – 1,180	15990	41536	#415 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Northern State University Aberdeen, SD Located in Aberdeen, Northern State University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 90% of students at Northern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Undergraduates 3,169 Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,536
416	University of Hawaii-West Oahu	2814	95.34	860 – 1,090	10942	44352	#416 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Hawaii-West Oahu Kapolei, HI Located in Kapolei, the University of Hawaii-West Oahu accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 44% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,814 Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 860 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $10,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,352
417	Stockton University	7565	88.94	1,040 – 1,230	20761	48223	#417 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Stockton University Galloway, NJ Found in Galloway, Stockton University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 7,565 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
418	Peninsula College	2153	0	--	10742	34154	#418 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Peninsula College Port Angeles, WA Undergraduates 2,153 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,742 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,154
419	South Carolina State University	2950	82.62	830 – 1,030	17965	30064	#419 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges South Carolina State University Orangeburg, SC Found in Orangeburg, South Carolina State University accepts 83% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 76% of students attending South Carolina State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,950 Acceptance Rate 82.6% SAT Score 830 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $17,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,064
420	Spokane Falls Community College	4319	0	--	9133	34393	#420 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Spokane Falls Community College Spokane, WA Undergraduates 4,319 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,133 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,393
421	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	33033	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	24696	48310	#421 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 33,033 Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $24,696 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
422	University of Southern Indiana	7600	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14722	42323	#422 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Undergraduates 7,600 Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,722 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
423	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	4347	100	930 – 1,140	14410	42896	#423 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford, OK Found in Weatherford, Southwestern Oklahoma State University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 72% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 4,347 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
424	Eastern Florida State College	14053	0	--	6738	32437	#424 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Eastern Florida State College Melbourne, FL Undergraduates 14,053 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,437
425	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	22033	31.32	1,230 – 1,420	17453	72358	#425 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. Undergraduates 22,033 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
426	Western Michigan University	13027	84.6	1,000 – 1,230	17331	45356	#426 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI There are 395 student athletes, known as Broncos, at Western Michigan University, a NCAA Division I-FBS school. They compete in the Mid-American Conference. WMU has an 81% first year retention rate and 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many undergraduates major in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General....Read more Undergraduates 13,027 Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,356
427	Navarro College	6557	0	--	11647	31865	#427 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Navarro College Corsicana, TX Undergraduates 6,557 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,865
428	University of North Carolina Asheville	3032	91.92	1,150 – 1,350	13798	36947	#428 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of North Carolina Asheville Asheville, NC Found in Asheville, the University of North Carolina Asheville accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 3,032 Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,798 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,947
429	University of North Dakota	11033	76.9	1,050 – 1,250	18076	54588	#429 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND Located in Grand Forks, the University of North Dakota’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of North Dakota will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Undergraduates 11,033 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
430	University at Albany	12666	69.1	1,120 – 1,330	17949	51380	#430 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending the University at Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 83% and 58% of students......Read more Undergraduates 12,666 Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
431	University of New Hampshire at Manchester	451	80.87	980 – 1,240	9760	53671	#431 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of New Hampshire at Manchester Manchester, NH The University of New Hampshire at Manchester has programs that focus on urban issues. Two popular majors include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Business/Commerce, and General. According to the UNH Manchester website, it has a 94% placement rate for graduates....Read more Undergraduates 451 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
432	Delaware Technical Community College-Terry	13337	0	--	11195	35336	#432 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Delaware Technical Community College-Terry Dover, DE Undergraduates 13,337 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,195 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,336
433	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango	265	92.2	1,040 – 1,230	18383	55620	#433 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango Sharon, PA Based in Sharon, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango accepts 92% of applicants and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 265 Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $18,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
434	SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill	1988	84.02	990 – 1,170	18140	37901	#434 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill Cobleskill, NY Located in Cobleskill, SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill accepts 84% of applicants. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,988 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $18,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,901
435	Florida International University	45193	54.66	1,080 – 1,270	11178	47768	#435 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Florida International University Miami, FL Located in Miami, Florida International University accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 60% of students at Florida International University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 45,193 Acceptance Rate 54.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $11,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,768
436	St Petersburg College	23936	0	--	2333	36498	#436 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges St Petersburg College St. Petersburg, FL Undergraduates 23,936 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,498
437	Bridgewater State University	8270	87.81	1,080 – 1,280	15646	46673	#437 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Bridgewater State University Bridgewater, MA Found in Bridgewater, Bridgewater State University accepts 88% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $4,872 on average. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Undergraduates 8,270 Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,646 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,673
438	Rutgers University-Newark	7989	71.36	1,040 – 1,280	18276	61263	#438 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Rutgers University-Newark Newark, NJ Located in Newark, Rutgers University-Newark accepts 71% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 47% of students attending Rutgers University-Newark will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 7,989 Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
439	SUNY College at Potsdam	2111	77.7	970 – 1,150	13730	39440	#439 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges SUNY College at Potsdam Potsdam, NY Found in Potsdam, SUNY College at Potsdam’s acceptance rate is 78%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 93% of students attending SUNY College at Potsdam currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,111 Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $13,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,440
440	University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus	13921	74.68	1,000 – 1,240	14831	52475	#440 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver, CO Based in Denver, the University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 79% of students attending the University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 13,921 Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,475
441	The University of Montana-Western	1335	99.78	890 – 1,090	16745	37252	#441 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges The University of Montana-Western Dillon, MT Based in Dillon, The University of Montana-Western’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 44% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,335 Acceptance Rate 99.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,252
442	Chipola College	1934	0	--	2467	32129	#442 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Chipola College Marianna, FL Undergraduates 1,934 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,467 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,129
443	Lewis-Clark State College	3793	87.69	850 – 1,110	15917	42133	#443 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Lewis-Clark State College Lewiston, ID Found in Lewiston, Lewis-Clark State College’s acceptance rate is 88%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Lewis-Clark State College, there is a 61% first year retention rate and......Read more Undergraduates 3,793 Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,133
444	University of Toledo	11013	92.02	1,130 – 1,330	17844	44162	#444 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Toledo Toledo, OH Located in Toledo, the University of Toledo’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at the University of Toledo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 11,013 Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,162
445	University of Houston-Clear Lake	6139	90.52	980 – 1,160	14059	52098	#445 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston, TX Based in Houston, the University of Houston-Clear Lake accepts 91% of applicants and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 33% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 6,139 Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,059 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,098
446	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	6306	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	22134	43309	#446 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA Found in Kutztown, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 91% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 6,306 Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,134 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,309
447	Emporia State University	2396	97.71	970 – 1,180	16094	41389	#447 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Emporia State University Emporia, KS Based in Emporia, Emporia State University accepts 98% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 84% of students attending Emporia State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Emporia State University, there is a 77% first year......Read more Undergraduates 2,396 Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,389
448	Bismarck State College	4206	0	--	10462	50401	#448 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Bismarck State College Bismarck, ND Undergraduates 4,206 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,401
449	University of Cincinnati-Clermont College	9479	90.13	--	13264	55193	#449 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Cincinnati-Clermont College Batavia, OH Undergraduates 9,479 Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,193
450	University of South Carolina-Columbia	30187	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	24488	50621	#450 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 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 Undergraduates 30,187 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
451	Missouri Southern State University	3881	97.03	950 – 1,200	11626	37866	#451 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Missouri Southern State University Joplin, MO Found in Joplin, Missouri Southern State University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students attending Missouri Southern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 3,881 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $11,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,866
452	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	5437	93.26	970 – 1,150	9723	37126	#452 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 59% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Undergraduates 5,437 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $9,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
453	St. Mary's College of Maryland	1616	68.63	1,160 – 1,350	21071	52286	#453 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges St. Mary's College of Maryland St. Mary's City, MD Founded in 1840, St. Mary’s College of Maryland was originally known as St. Mary’s Female Seminary. It shares its campus with Historic St. Mary’s City, which was the state’s first colony and capital. A majority of students attending today are female, but the school has been co-educational since 1949. Undergraduates 1,616 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
454	University of Arkansas	28859	74.3	1,070 – 1,290	18408	49686	#454 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 44% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Undergraduates 28,859 Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
455	Midland College	5690	0	--	5071	38470	#455 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Midland College Midland, TX Undergraduates 5,690 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,470
456	Grambling State University	4313	44.86	870 – 1,030	17018	25589	#456 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Grambling State University Grambling, LA Located in Grambling, Grambling State University’s acceptance rate is 45% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 43% of students attending Grambling State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 66%....Read more Undergraduates 4,313 Acceptance Rate 44.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $17,018 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,589
457	Northwest Florida State College	4752	0	--	6250	33606	#457 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Northwest Florida State College Niceville, FL Undergraduates 4,752 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,606
458	Kennesaw State University	42760	69.19	1,010 – 1,230	15636	47863	#458 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA Located in Kennesaw, Kennesaw State University’s acceptance rate is 69%. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 6% of students at Kennesaw State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Undergraduates 42,760 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,863
459	West Chester University of Pennsylvania	14449	78.4	1,110 – 1,280	22546	51013	#459 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges West Chester University of Pennsylvania West Chester, PA West Chester University of Pennsylvania is part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). Popular undergraduate majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, and General....Read more Undergraduates 14,449 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
460	Clemson University	23401	38.34	1,270 – 1,420	25003	58311	#460 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Clemson University Clemson, SC Clemson University boasts a large campus – 1,400 acres at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains alongside Lake Hartwell. It’s home to the Clemson Experimental Forest, which is used for research, education, and recreation. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular undergraduate major. Undergraduates 23,401 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
461	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	24868	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	15045	48812	#461 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 80% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 24,868 Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $15,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
462	San Francisco State University	19444	96.44	930 – 1,140	13168	52650	#462 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges San Francisco State University San Francisco, CA Found in San Francisco, San Francisco State University accepts 96% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 19,444 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,168 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650
463	The University of Texas at Arlington	32545	79.9	1,010 – 1,250	13755	60902	#463 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Found in Arlington, The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 80% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 32,545 Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
464	Chicago State University	1501	43.26	790 – 980	10441	33805	#464 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Chicago State University Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, Chicago State University accepts 43% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 85% of students at Chicago State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,501 Acceptance Rate 43.3% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $10,441 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,805
465	University of Wisconsin-River Falls	4880	81.72	1,010 – 1,240	14769	46524	#465 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-River Falls River Falls, WI University of Wisconsin, River Falls, opened as the River Falls State Normal School in 1874. In 1971, it joined the state university system. The oldest building on campus, South Hall, dates back to 1898 and is named on the National Register of Historic Places. Undergraduates 4,880 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
466	Texas A&M University-Texarkana	1982	63.54	890 – 1,110	12747	41785	#466 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Texas A&M University-Texarkana Texarkana, TX Based in Texarkana, Texas A&M University-Texarkana’s acceptance rate is 64%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. Approximately 54% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 64% and its four year graduation rate is 20%. The three most popular majors among......Read more Undergraduates 1,982 Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $12,747 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,785
467	University of Central Florida	59552	40.11	1,210 – 1,350	13351	47137	#467 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 59,552 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
468	Ferris State University	8991	91.39	900 – 1,130	10825	47339	#468 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI Located in Big Rapids, Ferris State University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of students at Ferris State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students......Read more Undergraduates 8,991 Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,339
469	Yavapai College	7428	0	--	8929	35028	#469 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Yavapai College Prescott, AZ Undergraduates 7,428 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,028
470	Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi	8320	88.58	980 – 1,200	15233	42933	#470 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Corpus Christi, TX Based in Corpus Christi, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 57% of students at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 8,320 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $15,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,933
471	University of Southern Mississippi	10193	99.12	1,040 – 1,340	15095	37710	#471 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, MS Based in Hattiesburg, the University of Southern Mississippi accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 67% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 10,193 Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $15,095 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,710
472	Florida Gulf Coast University	14463	63.44	1,040 – 1,210	12863	45029	#472 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 14,463 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
473	Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City	3959	0	--	6926	35073	#473 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City Oklahoma City, OK Undergraduates 3,959 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,073
474	Purdue University Northwest	8201	72.36	890 – 1,150	7916	48439	#474 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Purdue University Northwest Hammond, IN Based in Hammond, Purdue University Northwest accepts 72% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 74% of students at Purdue University Northwest will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 8,201 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $7,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,439
475	San Jose State University	28008	84.61	1,010 – 1,240	13892	62448	#475 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges San Jose State University San Jose, CA Located in San Jose, San Jose State University’s acceptance rate is 85% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 37% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 28,008 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
476	Appalachian State University	19560	90.14	1,100 – 1,280	14978	43663	#476 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Appalachian State University Boone, NC Found in Boone, Appalachian State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 44% of students at Appalachian State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 19,560 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
477	University of Northern Colorado	6480	85.85	970 – 1,200	19376	43756	#477 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Northern Colorado Greeley, CO Also known as UNC, the university’s motto is "Sapientia in aeternum est" or “Wisdom is eternal.” 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. Undergraduates 6,480 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
478	Antelope Valley Community College District	13532	0	--	6110	28110	#478 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Undergraduates 13,532 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
479	Bowie State University	5136	72.41	800 – 1,090	17287	43877	#479 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s fairly selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. Undergraduates 5,136 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 800 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $17,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
480	State University of New York at New Paltz	6862	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	18051	45555	#480 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges 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 Undergraduates 6,862 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
481	The University of Tennessee Southern	1012	86.71	970 – 1,180	14546	36151	#481 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges The University of Tennessee Southern Pulaski, TN Found in Pulaski, The University of Tennessee Southern’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 82% of students attending The University of Tennessee Southern currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 77% and around 23% of students......Read more Undergraduates 1,012 Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,151
482	Odessa College	9981	0	--	7371	34867	#482 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Odessa College Odessa, TX Undergraduates 9,981 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,867
483	Georgia Highlands College	5382	67.02	830 – 1,010	6838	37516	#483 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Georgia Highlands College Rome, GA Found in Rome, Georgia Highlands College accepts 67% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 7% of students at Georgia Highlands College will receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia Highlands College, there is a 59% first year retention rate and 0% of students will graduate in four years......Read more Undergraduates 5,382 Acceptance Rate 67.0% SAT Score 830 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $6,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,516
484	Dakota State University	3066	88.05	1,070 – 1,320	20438	46146	#484 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Dakota State University Madison, SD Based in Madison, Dakota State University accepts 88% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. About 79% of students at Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Dakota State University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 30% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Undergraduates 3,066 Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,146
485	Grayson College	4324	0	--	6724	36417	#485 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Grayson College Denison, TX Undergraduates 4,324 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,724 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,417
486	Southern University at New Orleans	2179	78.9	850 – 1,050	14480	29148	#486 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Southern University at New Orleans New Orleans, LA Based in New Orleans, Southern University at New Orleans’s acceptance rate is 79%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 33% of students at Southern University at New Orleans will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,179 Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 850 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $14,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,148
487	Northern Michigan University	6684	84.02	990 – 1,210	15707	37996	#487 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Northern Michigan University Marquette, MI Based in Marquette, Northern Michigan University accepts 84% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northern Michigan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 6,684 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,996
488	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto	581	98.21	980 – 1,300	19675	55620	#488 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto Mont Alto, PA Located in Mont Alto, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $65 to apply. About 84% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 581 Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $19,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
489	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill	624	96.64	1,020 – 1,230	19039	55620	#489 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill Schuylkill Haven, PA Based in Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill accepts 97% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill currently receive grant aid from the school. At Pennsylvania State University-Penn......Read more Undergraduates 624 Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $19,039 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
490	Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College	1789	0	--	11723	37251	#490 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Cloquet, MN Undergraduates 1,789 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,251
491	Valencia College	47425	0	--	11111	32638	#491 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Valencia College Orlando, FL Undergraduates 47,425 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,638
492	Northwest Vista College	20060	0	--	5813	35741	#492 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Northwest Vista College San Antonio, TX Undergraduates 20,060 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,813 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,741
493	University of Wyoming	8130	96.88	1,070 – 1,290	14872	48360	#493 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges University of Wyoming Laramie, WY The University of Wyoming was founded in 1886, four years before Wyoming became a state. It’s one of the rare schools that features a live animal mascot – a horse named Cowboy Joy. Another mascot, Pistol Pete, is played by a student. Brown and gold are the official school colors, and their motto is simple – “Equality.” Undergraduates 8,130 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
494	Northern New Mexico College	1425	0	--	8837	34377	#494 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Northern New Mexico College Espanola, NM Undergraduates 1,425 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,377
495	Nevada State University	7464	86.82	830 – 1,070	15699	47092	#495 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Nevada State University Henderson, NV A vast majority of the student body at Nevada State University are women. Opening as Nevada State College in 2002, it was the first state school. NSU became a university recently, in 2023. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Police Science. Undergraduates 7,464 Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $15,699 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,092
496	Lower Columbia College	2724	0	--	9950	36296	#496 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Lower Columbia College Longview, WA Undergraduates 2,724 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,950 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,296
497	Northwestern Michigan College	3253	0	--	7427	34918	#497 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Northwestern Michigan College Traverse City, MI Undergraduates 3,253 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,918
498	State University of New York at Cortland	5911	59.79	1,100 – 1,250	19847	46535	#498 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges State University of New York at Cortland Cortland, NY Based in Cortland, State University of New York at Cortland accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 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 Undergraduates 5,911 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
499	Southern Utah University	13126	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	11840	41147	#499 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 89% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 13,126 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $11,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
500	Pensacola State College	9491	0	--	5376	32495	#500 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) – Public Colleges Pensacola State College Pensacola, FL Undergraduates 9,491 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,376 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,495