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The size of a college or university's endowment -- money and assets under their control that fund operations -- is a general measurement of the financial health of the institution. Larger endowments enable institutions to operate without as much need for revenue, which can often help them reduce tuition costs and/or grant more financial aid.

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Rank	Institution	Largest Endowment	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Washington University in St Louis	12006026000	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22408	78073	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Largest Endowment $12,006,026,000 4.5% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
2	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	5512426113	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	17209	57984	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Largest Endowment $5,512,426,113 7.9% 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
3	University of Iowa	3505385000	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	21765	52696	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 72% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $3,505,385,000 7.5% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $21,765 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
4	Grinnell College	2670849000	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	34363	49004	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Political Science and Government, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as......Read more Largest Endowment $2,670,849,000 6.6% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $34,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
5	University of Kansas	2547083957	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	19205	51217	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 53% of......Read more Largest Endowment $2,547,083,957 6.9% 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
6	Saint Louis University	1879430141	75.04	1,210 – 1,410	27749	60716	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Louis University Saint Louis, MO The second oldest Jesuit university in the country, Saint Louis University is also the oldest university west of the Mississippi. The school boasts a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Many students choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Largest Endowment $1,879,430,141 8.6% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $27,749 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,716
7	Iowa State University	1559640740	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17779	53873	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 88% first year retention rate, and 52% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Largest Endowment $1,559,640,740 6.1% 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
8	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	1479930187	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18322	47692	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Largest Endowment $1,479,930,187 14.7% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
9	University of Missouri-Columbia	1468551585	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	22169	52756	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Largest Endowment $1,468,551,585 8.1% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $22,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
10	Carleton College	1255379173	20.41	1,450 – 1,540	28047	53989	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Carleton College Northfield, MN Part of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, the most popular sports at Carleton College are Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Swimming and Diving (combined). They’re known as the Knights and wear blue and maize. Computer Science is a commonly chosen undergraduate major. Largest Endowment $1,255,379,173 6.7% Acceptance Rate 20.4% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $28,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,989
11	Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science	1047386000	39.01	--	12328	74758	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science Rochester, MN Largest Endowment $1,047,386,000 4.3% Acceptance Rate 39.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,328 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,758
12	Kansas State University	1019065645	81.69	1,050 – 1,280	20527	49330	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 89% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $1,019,065,645 7.0% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
13	Macalester College	881667000	28.52	1,360 – 1,510	40225	46244	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Macalester College Saint Paul, MN Macalester College is a private liberal arts college that sits near the Mississippi River in the heart of the Twin Cities. Students can earn up to a bachelor’s degree and a commonly selected major is Research and Experimental Psychology, Other....Read more Largest Endowment $881,667,000 5.6% Acceptance Rate 28.5% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $40,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,244
14	St Olaf College	803770786	48.32	1,310 – 1,450	26756	48373	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 47 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Largest Endowment $803,770,786 12.9% Acceptance Rate 48.3% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $26,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
15	Creighton University	782588000	79.75	1,250 – 1,410	32636	63090	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Creighton University Omaha, NE Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular area of study for undergraduates attending Creighton University. The school has an impressive 94% first year retention rate and 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more Largest Endowment $782,588,000 5.0% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $32,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,090
16	University of St Thomas	740260000	85.36	1,220 – 1,380	31250	62412	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of St Thomas Saint Paul, MN The University of St. Thomas was founded in 1885 as a Catholic Seminary. The school’s namesake, Thomas Aquinas, is the patron saint of all of the attending students. Other campuses and properties of the university can be found in Minneapolis, Owatonna, and Rome, Italy. Largest Endowment $740,260,000 4.2% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $31,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,412
17	McPherson College	714636042	76.76	970 – 1,180	27110	41446	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) McPherson College McPherson, KS Found in McPherson, McPherson College’s acceptance rate is 77%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending McPherson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $714,636,042 3.3% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $27,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,446
18	College of the Ozarks	651476183	11.99	1,050 – 1,220	11637	36507	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) College of the Ozarks Point Lookout, MO Thanks to a student work program and donations, students don’t have to pay tuition to attend the College of the Ozarks. It has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 90% first year retention rate. CofO is extremely selective and out of those accepted, 81% decided to attend. Largest Endowment $651,476,183 14.8% Acceptance Rate 12.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,507
19	University of Nebraska Medical Center	495847983	0	--	0	70417	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE Largest Endowment $495,847,983 14.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,417
20	North Dakota State University	486725427	94.96	1,010 – 1,210	15596	54312	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) North Dakota State University Fargo, ND Located in Fargo, North Dakota State University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 72% of students attending North Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $486,725,427 10.5% Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,312
21	University of North Dakota	402798000	76.9	1,050 – 1,250	18076	54588	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND Located in Grand Forks, the University of North Dakota’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of North Dakota will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Largest Endowment $402,798,000 11.4% 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
22	Wichita State University	335902000	93.95	930 – 1,220	14228	44043	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and around 31% of students will graduate within four......Read more Largest Endowment $335,902,000 1.5% 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
23	University of South Dakota	317638024	98.78	1,020 – 1,220	19133	46290	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of South Dakota Vermillion, SD Based in Vermillion, the University of South Dakota accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 74% of students at the University of South Dakota currently receive grant aid from the school. 79% of students continued studying at the University of South Dakota after completing their first year....Read more Largest Endowment $317,638,024 9.8% Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,133 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,290
24	Gustavus Adolphus College	313227276	60.99	1,180 – 1,370	26094	51546	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Gustavus Adolphus College Saint Peter, MN Psychology, General is the most popular major at Gustavus Adolphus College. A fairly selective school, it received 5,290 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 3,230 of them. The college has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Largest Endowment $313,227,276 7.8% Acceptance Rate 61.0% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $26,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,546
25	Drake University	306208560	63.85	1,170 – 1,350	29565	58233	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drake University Des Moines, IA Located in Des Moines, Drake University accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Largest Endowment $306,208,560 14.7% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $29,565 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
26	Saint Johns University	300875481	90.62	1,070 – 1,280	28504	59843	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Johns University Collegeville, MN Saint John’s University is an all-male school that has a partnership with the College of Saint Benedict, the women’s college. They share curriculum and access to resources. Saint John’s has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 86% first year retention rate. Largest Endowment $300,875,481 9.0% Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,843
27	University of Minnesota Duluth	293463445	88.75	1,150 – 1,320	20128	52840	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota Duluth Duluth, MN Found in Duluth, the University of Minnesota Duluth accepts 89% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Minnesota Duluth, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a 43%......Read more Largest Endowment $293,463,445 3.7% 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
28	Missouri University of Science and Technology	282592656	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	17366	69295	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri University of Science and Technology Rolla, MO Located in Rolla, Missouri University of Science and Technology accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 98% of students at Missouri University of Science and Technology currently receive grant aid from the school. 87% of students......Read more Largest Endowment $282,592,656 9.6% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $17,366 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,295
29	University of Dubuque	281638321	88.63	980 – 1,200	26067	44960	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $281,638,321 26.5% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $26,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
30	South Dakota State University	269079345	98.34	1,020 – 1,220	19932	49564	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) South Dakota State University Brookings, SD South Dakota State University is the largest university in the state. Each year, the school receives around 7,300 applications. 94% of enrolled students get grant aid, $4,474 on average. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most commonly chosen major by far. Largest Endowment $269,079,345 13.6% Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,932 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,564
31	Saint Ambrose University	247436298	77.33	980 – 1,190	25345	51616	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Social Work. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Largest Endowment $247,436,298 12.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $25,345 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
32	University of Northern Iowa	224410285	92.74	1,010 – 1,250	16437	47222	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 43% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Largest Endowment $224,410,285 10.4% Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
33	Washburn University	223942063	95.51	1,010 – 1,180	11488	42881	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Washburn University Topeka, KS Based in Topeka, Washburn University’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students at Washburn University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $223,942,063 13.7% Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,881
34	University of Missouri-Kansas City	213276450	72.18	1,060 – 1,330	14748	50298	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, the University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $213,276,450 6.6% 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
35	Luther College	204542420	71.54	1,100 – 1,370	24511	49541	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Largest Endowment $204,542,420 6.2% Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
36	Concordia College at Moorhead	183959431	62.65	1,080 – 1,240	25190	48225	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concordia College at Moorhead Moorhead, MN Concordia College at Moorhead has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 84% first year retention rate. It’s home to a robust music program with several choirs, bands, and orchestras. Students are known as the Cobbers and compete in the NCAA Division III with football Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Largest Endowment $183,959,431 7.1% Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $25,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,225
37	Fort Hays State University	174703408	90.26	970 – 1,180	13186	44428	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Found in Hays, Fort Hays State University accepts 90% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $174,703,408 14.1% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,186 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
38	Columbia College	159246801	47.14	1,040 – 1,250	21530	40747	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Columbia College Columbia, MO Based in Columbia, Columbia College’s acceptance rate is 47%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 62% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $159,246,801 6.0% Acceptance Rate 47.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,747
39	Buena Vista University	159225705	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	19704	43572	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 76% first year retention rate, and 48% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service....Read more Largest Endowment $159,225,705 5.9% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
40	Lindenwood University	159164606	56.84	1,110 – 1,310	20901	45711	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Largest Endowment $159,164,606 15.6% Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
41	St Catherine University	156154341	91.85	1,040 – 1,240	20918	52795	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Catherine University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, St Catherine University’s acceptance rate is 92%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending St Catherine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Largest Endowment $156,154,341 20.7% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,795
42	Hamline University	147220119	87.63	1,020 – 1,320	22390	47139	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hamline University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, Hamline University accepts 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hamline University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $147,220,119 16.4% Acceptance Rate 87.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,139
43	University of Nebraska at Omaha	141759357	86.98	1,010 – 1,240	13662	45494	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 65% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Largest Endowment $141,759,357 16.1% Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
44	College of Saint Benedict	130578580	91.52	1,050 – 1,280	28400	54567	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) College of Saint Benedict Saint Joseph, MN Partnered with Saint John’s University for men, the College of Saint Benedict is exclusively for women. The school got its start in 1913 with only six students. Since 1955, the two campuses have shared resources. CSB has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 86% first year retention rate, and 74% four year graduation rate. Largest Endowment $130,578,580 10.6% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,567
45	University of Missouri-St Louis	127708077	62.67	1,020 – 1,290	14008	47564	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, the University of Missouri-St Louis’s acceptance rate is 63%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending the University of Missouri-St Louis will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $127,708,077 8.4% Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,564
46	Augustana University	126552473	67.75	1,090 – 1,290	24977	49826	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Augustana University Sioux Falls, SD At Augustana University, navy blue and gold are the official colors of the Vikings, who compete in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference. Business Administration and Management, General, Education, and General are the most popular majors on campus, and the school has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more Largest Endowment $126,552,473 9.8% Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,977 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,826
47	Southeast Missouri State University	120375603	73.52	850 – 1,040	16185	38150	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Largest Endowment $120,375,603 14.3% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $16,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
48	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	119879985	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	116360	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Saint Louis, MO A majority of students attending the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis are graduates, only 340 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 69% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Largest Endowment $119,879,985 7.5% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $33,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
49	Bellevue University	117841840	0	--	16210	57732	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bellevue University Bellevue, NE Largest Endowment $117,841,840 10.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,210 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,732
50	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology	111334370	79.87	1,170 – 1,370	20267	62863	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Rapid City, SD Located in Rapid City, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 75% of students attending South Dakota School of Mines and Technology currently receive......Read more Largest Endowment $111,334,370 11.2% 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
51	Pittsburg State University	110704846	89.42	930 – 1,180	15111	43793	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, KS Found in Pittsburg, Pittsburg State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Largest Endowment $110,704,846 4.2% 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
52	Bethel University	109281103	87.8	1,120 – 1,310	31738	55145	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethel University Saint Paul, MN At Bethel University, 27% of accepted students will decide to attend. Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are two popular undergraduate majors. The school has an 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 86% first year retention rate. Largest Endowment $109,281,103 21.6% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $31,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,145
53	Cottey College	108104282	69.18	800 – 1,180	14704	32903	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Cottey College Nevada, MO Located in Nevada, Cottey College accepts 69% of applicants and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Cottey College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $108,104,282 2.3% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 800 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,903
54	Hastings College	105785120	71.65	1,240 – 1,370	24406	45590	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hastings College Hastings, NE Located in Hastings, Hastings College accepts 72% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $105,785,120 2.7% Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,590
55	Coe College	104478883	64.04	1,130 – 1,330	20864	47136	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Largest Endowment $104,478,883 1.8% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
56	Emporia State University	103733299	97.71	970 – 1,180	16094	41389	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Emporia State University Emporia, KS Based in Emporia, Emporia State University accepts 98% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 84% of students attending Emporia State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Emporia State University, there is a 77% first year......Read more Largest Endowment $103,733,299 3.8% 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
57	Doane University	102762340	98.01	1,040 – 1,210	26364	46009	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Doane University Crete, NE Located in Crete, Doane University accepts 98% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $102,762,340 17.5% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,009
58	Cornell College	100874798	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Largest Endowment $100,874,798 9.6% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
59	Wartburg College	100364486	75.84	1,070 – 1,280	24031	48795	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Largest Endowment $100,364,486 11.9% Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
60	Central College	98924047	86.17	1,050 – 1,240	23848	49115	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $98,924,047 3.6% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
61	University of Nebraska at Kearney	88189670	89.49	1,010 – 1,240	16287	43241	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska at Kearney Kearney, NE University of Nebraska at Kearney is a non selective school, and many who enroll pursue Bachelor’s degrees in Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, and General. UNK also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 14 to 1 and first year retention rate of 80%. Largest Endowment $88,189,670 18.3% Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,241
62	The College of Saint Scholastica	87878218	92.96	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 17% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Largest Endowment $87,878,218 14.0% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
63	Simpson College	87173703	86.22	1,400 – 1,460	23282	49946	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $37,896 on average. Attending students enjoy an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Largest Endowment $87,173,703 6.4% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
64	Oglala Lakota College	86754624	0	--	3173	20536	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Oglala Lakota College Kyle, SD Largest Endowment $86,754,624 22.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,536
65	Kansas City Art Institute	84495578	54.76	1,040 – 1,280	27650	25529	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas City Art Institute Kansas City, MO Based in Kansas City, Kansas City Art Institute’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Kansas City Art Institute currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $84,495,578 10.0% Acceptance Rate 54.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,529
66	Drury University	84401980	57.58	1,120 – 1,340	21903	37508	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drury University Springfield, MO Based in Springfield, Drury University’s acceptance rate is 58%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Drury University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $84,401,980 0.3% Acceptance Rate 57.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $21,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,508
67	Nebraska Wesleyan University	82773000	79.82	1,110 – 1,290	21122	47667	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE Nebraska Wesleyan University is a private school, associated with the United Methodists. It has 44 available majors and programs – Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular. Competing in the American Rivers Conference, the 538 Prairie Wolves wear black and gold. Largest Endowment $82,773,000 17.6% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,667
68	Concordia University-Nebraska	82243089	85.72	1,020 – 1,240	24158	44527	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concordia University-Nebraska Seward, NE Found in Seward, Concordia University-Nebraska accepts 86% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $26,584 each. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Largest Endowment $82,243,089 16.2% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,527
69	University of Central Missouri	82222276	63.8	930 – 1,180	14943	41593	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Central Missouri Warrensburg, MO Based in Warrensburg, the University of Central Missouri’s acceptance rate is 64%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Central Missouri, there is a 74% first year retention rate and 39% of students will graduate in four......Read more Largest Endowment $82,222,276 11.5% Acceptance Rate 63.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,593
70	Ranken Technical College	82039327	0	--	18286	51342	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ranken Technical College Saint Louis, MO Largest Endowment $82,039,327 6.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,342
71	Westminster College	80711423	79.2	1,010 – 1,190	24358	40992	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Westminster College Fulton, MO Located in Fulton, Westminster College accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Westminster College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $80,711,423 36.0% Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,358 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,992
72	Minnesota State University, Mankato	80553000	88.44	1,080 – 1,210	18861	50098	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minnesota State University, Mankato Mankato, MN Based in Mankato, Minnesota State University- Mankato accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of students attending Minnesota State University- Mankato currently receive institutional grant......Read more Largest Endowment $80,553,000 13.6% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,861 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,098
73	Maryville University of Saint Louis	80287156	95.08	1,010 – 1,240	22983	55047	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Maryville University of Saint Louis Saint Louis, MO Maryville University of Saint Louis is made up of six colleges and schools, including the School of Adult and Online Education focused on providing online, weekend, and evening courses....Read more Largest Endowment $80,287,156 16.7% Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,983 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,047
74	Northwestern College	76928958	80.36	1,040 – 1,280	26347	46731	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 39 majors and programs to choose from. Largest Endowment $76,928,958 10.2% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $26,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
75	Augsburg University	76281098	81.98	940 – 1,190	24561	48616	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Augsburg University Minneapolis, MN Based in Minneapolis, Augsburg University’s acceptance rate is 82% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Augsburg University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Augsburg University, there is a 72% first year retention rate and around 48% of students will......Read more Largest Endowment $76,281,098 7.8% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,616
76	University of Mary	75162860	75.3	1,090 – 1,260	20156	50191	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Mary Bismarck, ND Although the University of Mary calls North Dakota home and sits along the Missouri River, satellite campuses can be found all over the United States. It also has a study-abroad campus in Rome. In the classroom, students enjoy a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Largest Endowment $75,162,860 9.6% Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $20,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,191
77	Dordt University	74792440	68.47	1,080 – 1,340	28486	50551	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Largest Endowment $74,792,440 12.7% Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,486 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
78	Saint Mary's University of Minnesota	70711184	92.78	1,080 – 1,310	22032	54549	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona, MN Found in Winona, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Saint Mary's University of Minnesota currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Largest Endowment $70,711,184 5.2% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,032 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,549
79	Truman State University	70189425	83.77	1,210 – 1,400	13602	43966	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Truman State University Kirksville, MO Originally known as the North Missouri Normal and Commercial School when founded in 1867, the school was renamed the Truman State University (TSU) in 1996 after U.S. President Harry Truman. Athletes, wearing purple and white, are known as the Bulldogs....Read more Largest Endowment $70,189,425 13.0% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $13,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,966
80	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	67710220	56.87	940 – 1,140	22929	43860	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette, MO Located in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $67,710,220 5.1% Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
81	William Jewell College	66717121	38.36	980 – 1,190	19294	54197	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) William Jewell College Liberty, MO William Jewell College dates back to 1849 and was originally associated with the Missouri Baptist Convention. The school became independent in 2003. Out of the accepted students, 33% decide to attend. If taking the ACT, students should aim for between a 18 - 24. Largest Endowment $66,717,121 2.1% Acceptance Rate 38.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,197
82	Webster University	66675742	86.23	990 – 1,230	29503	39656	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Webster University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Webster University accepts 86% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Webster University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Largest Endowment $66,675,742 22.5% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,656
83	Morningside University	64301016	71.04	710 – 1,110	24437	47687	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Largest Endowment $64,301,016 12.2% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 710 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
84	Friends University	62972035	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Largest Endowment $62,972,035 0.4% Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
85	Winona State University	62386000	75.49	1,010 – 1,220	18289	51288	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Winona State University Winona, MN Winona State University is a part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. Founded in 1858 as the First State Normal School of Minnesota, it would get its current moniker in 1975. Many undergraduates major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Largest Endowment $62,386,000 12.2% Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,288
86	Dunwoody College of Technology	61319282	98.87	970 – 1,240	26192	59069	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dunwoody College of Technology Minneapolis, MN Based in Minneapolis, Dunwoody College of Technology accepts 99% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Largest Endowment $61,319,282 20.2% Acceptance Rate 98.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,069
87	Park University	59581851	69.04	930 – 1,140	19519	50550	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Park University Parkville, MO Located in Parkville, Park University accepts 69% of applicants. They require $35 for undergraduate applications. About 85% of students attending Park University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $59,581,851 4.8% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,519 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,550
88	Benedictine College	58512703	98.12	1,130 – 1,360	28629	45000	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Benedictine College Atchison, KS Benedictine College’s core values are built into the four “pillars” of the school which are known as Catholic, Benedictine, Liberal Arts, and Residential. The college’s motto is “Forward. Always Forward.” Its campus is located along the bends of the Missouri River....Read more Largest Endowment $58,512,703 18.8% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $28,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,000
89	Stephens College	58198157	77.22	930 – 1,160	23194	36778	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Stephens College Columbia, MO Located in Columbia, Stephens College accepts 77% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students attending Stephens College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Largest Endowment $58,198,157 2.7% Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,194 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,778
90	Minneapolis College of Art and Design	57981930	48.48	1,090 – 1,340	30305	35198	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minneapolis College of Art and Design Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, Minneapolis College of Art and Design accepts 48% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Minneapolis College of Art......Read more Largest Endowment $57,981,930 14.7% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,305 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,198
91	Northern State University	56148289	93	970 – 1,180	15990	41536	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northern State University Aberdeen, SD Located in Aberdeen, Northern State University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 90% of students at Northern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Largest Endowment $56,148,289 14.1% 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
92	Loras College	56095391	99.86	1,020 – 1,200	21631	46069	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 32 programs to choose from. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a top choice. The private school also has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate. Founded in 1839, Loras College is the oldest institution of higher learning in the state. Largest Endowment $56,095,391 6.9% Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
93	Missouri Southern State University	53877747	97.03	950 – 1,200	11626	37866	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Southern State University Joplin, MO Found in Joplin, Missouri Southern State University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students attending Missouri Southern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Largest Endowment $53,877,747 11.0% 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
94	Concordia University-Saint Paul	52401214	78.87	1,110 – 1,310	18028	50646	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concordia University-Saint Paul Saint Paul, MN Found in Saint Paul, Concordia University-Saint Paul accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Concordia University-Saint Paul currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Largest Endowment $52,401,214 14.7% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,646
95	Baker University	52323368	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Baker University Baldwin City, KS Found in Baldwin City, Baker University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention......Read more Largest Endowment $52,323,368 1.6% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
96	Graceland University-Lamoni	49294369	80.83	890 – 1,170	19574	40792	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 55%......Read more Largest Endowment $49,294,369 6.2% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
97	Northwest Missouri State University	48730402	86.09	1,010 – 1,180	16790	41695	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, MO Found in Maryville, Northwest Missouri State University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 91% of students at Northwest Missouri State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Largest Endowment $48,730,402 10.3% 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
98	Bethany Lutheran College	48271455	38.97	1,080 – 1,240	21127	40652	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethany Lutheran College Mankato, MN Bethany Lutheran College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 72% first-year retention rate. 49% of students will graduate within 4 years. The school offers generous aid packages. In fact, 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $19,865 on average. Largest Endowment $48,271,455 2.4% Acceptance Rate 39.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,652
99	Saint Cloud State University	47158000	94.8	940 – 1,220	14735	47215	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud, MN Based in Saint Cloud, Saint Cloud State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 78% of students at Saint Cloud State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Largest Endowment $47,158,000 11.3% 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
100	Kansas Wesleyan University	46748095	71.9	1,010 – 1,170	22930	44811	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas Wesleyan University Salina, KS Based in Salina, Kansas Wesleyan University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $46,748,095 13.1% Acceptance Rate 71.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,811
101	Minot State University	46608012	64.62	970 – 1,180	13092	46214	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minot State University Minot, ND Based in Minot, Minot State University’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $46,608,012 15.6% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,214
102	University of Jamestown	45098815	88.08	930 – 1,180	20510	51151	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Jamestown Jamestown, ND Located in Jamestown, the University of Jamestown accepts 88% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Largest Endowment $45,098,815 5.9% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,151
103	Mount Mercy University	43902317	82.52	1,010 – 1,210	24347	52871	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 73% first year retention......Read more Largest Endowment $43,902,317 12.1% Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
104	Dakota Wesleyan University	42834214	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 920 out of 1,250 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Largest Endowment $42,834,214 13.7% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
105	Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing	42166731	72.45	1,140 – 1,280	0	58378	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing Saint Louis, MO Largest Endowment $42,166,731 7.6% Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,378
106	Culver-Stockton College	41171818	99.1	970 – 1,080	21996	40673	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Culver-Stockton College Canton, MO Located in Canton, Culver-Stockton College’s acceptance rate is 99% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Culver-Stockton College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Largest Endowment $41,171,818 7.6% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,673
107	Missouri Western State University	40378556	0	--	13126	37499	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph, MO Largest Endowment $40,378,556 10.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,499
108	Bemidji State University	39810000	55.98	970 – 1,180	14859	47469	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bemidji State University Bemidji, MN Located in Bemidji, Bemidji State University accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 69% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $39,810,000 19.9% Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,859 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,469
109	Minnesota State University Moorhead	38924000	58.76	970 – 1,210	18221	45873	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead, MN Based in Moorhead, Minnesota State University Moorhead accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Largest Endowment $38,924,000 8.7% 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
110	Spurgeon College	38314421	96.4	1,040 – 1,190	23750	39712	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Spurgeon College Kansas City, MO Located in Kansas City, Spurgeon College’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Spurgeon College, there is a 81% first year retention rate and 18% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Largest Endowment $38,314,421 25.3% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,750 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,712
111	Mount Marty University	38010214	42.57	970 – 1,210	22242	46984	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mount Marty University Yankton, SD Mount Marty University is highly selective and has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. A NAIA Division II school, most of the 487 athletes compete in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. They're known as the Lancers and wear navy blue and gold. Largest Endowment $38,010,214 13.2% Acceptance Rate 42.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,984
112	University of Sioux Falls	37845414	82.89	1,050 – 1,220	21385	46712	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Sioux Falls Sioux Falls, SD Based in Sioux Falls, the University of Sioux Falls accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at the University of Sioux Falls currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Largest Endowment $37,845,414 7.6% Acceptance Rate 82.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,385 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,712
113	Grand View University	37528470	99.09	930 – 1,110	22319	47582	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 70% and 46% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Largest Endowment $37,528,470 10.1% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,319 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
114	Bethel College-North Newton	36871951	93.5	980 – 1,160	30406	40808	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethel College-North Newton North Newton, KS Found in North Newton, Bethel College-North Newton accepts 94% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $36,871,951 20.7% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $30,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,808
115	Rockhurst University	36495416	69.59	1,010 – 1,240	25787	61371	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Rockhurst University Kansas City, MO There is no application fee at Rockhurst University, where 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $34,562 on average. Rockhurt’s motto is Sapientia Aedificavit Sibi Domum which is Latin for “Wisdom has built herself a home.” The most popular major among students is Registered Nursing. Largest Endowment $36,495,416 1.4% Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $25,787 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,371
116	Bismarck State College	35581713	0	--	10462	50401	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bismarck State College Bismarck, ND Largest Endowment $35,581,713 34.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,401
117	Logan University	35193244	64.29	910 – 1,110	21455	42378	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Logan University Chesterfield, MO Located in Chesterfield, Logan University accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 44% of students attending Logan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Largest Endowment $35,193,244 17.4% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,378
118	Union Adventist University	34344047	100	980 – 1,170	24844	43853	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Union Adventist University Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, Union Adventist University accepts 100% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Union Adventist University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $34,344,047 14.6% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,853
119	Wayne State College	33294918	0	--	16060	40857	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wayne State College Wayne, NE Largest Endowment $33,294,918 10.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,060 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,857
120	Clarke University	32726988	71.83	900 – 1,180	26725	49157	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $24,838 each. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Largest Endowment $32,726,988 10.0% Acceptance Rate 71.8% SAT Score 900 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $26,725 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
121	College of Saint Mary	32085539	44.65	970 – 1,240	17078	59339	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) College of Saint Mary Omaha, NE The College of Saint Mary is the only Catholic university for women in the Great Plains region. Of attending students, 100% receive grant aid, $18,847 on average. Student athletes at the College of Saint Mary are known as the Flames and they compete in the Great Plains Athletic Conference as members of the NAIA....Read more Largest Endowment $32,085,539 18.9% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,339
122	Southwest Baptist University	31339322	68.39	930 – 1,240	21336	38855	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southwest Baptist University Bolivar, MO Located in Bolivar, Southwest Baptist University accepts 68% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 93% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Largest Endowment $31,339,322 11.0% Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,336 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,855
123	Chadron State College	31219078	0	--	13292	39139	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Chadron State College Chadron, NE Largest Endowment $31,219,078 12.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,139
124	Midland University	28169280	66.12	940 – 1,150	26643	45145	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 66% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Largest Endowment $28,169,280 15.8% Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $26,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
125	Martin Luther College	28011103	87.17	1,080 – 1,310	18974	40760	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Martin Luther College New Ulm, MN Martin Luther College’s motto is “Via Veritas Vita,” or “The Way, the Truth, the Life.” Many students study Theology and Religious Vocations, and Other. The school was established in 1995 when Northwestern College (1865) merged with Dr. Martin Luther College (1884). Largest Endowment $28,011,103 16.7% Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,974 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,760
126	Evangel University	27988292	71.61	1,080 – 1,280	19261	39332	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Evangel University Springfield, MO Located in Springfield, Evangel University accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Evangel University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $27,988,292 8.1% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,261 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,332
127	Newman University	26927451	73.98	930 – 1,210	21050	47051	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Newman University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Newman University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of students at Newman University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $26,927,451 0.1% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,051
128	Southwestern College	26849786	75.55	930 – 1,120	29488	48034	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southwestern College Winfield, KS Based in Winfield, Southwestern College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Largest Endowment $26,849,786 2.3% Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $29,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,034
129	University of Minnesota-Morris	26431352	74.93	1,040 – 1,240	9677	43163	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota-Morris Morris, MN Based in Morris, the University of Minnesota-Morris’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $26,431,352 9.6% 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
130	University of Northwestern-St Paul	26022131	93.47	1,030 – 1,310	29117	47544	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Northwestern-St Paul Saint Paul, MN Out of 4 available programs and majors, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Psychology, and General are the most popular at University of Northwestern, St. Paul. The school got its start as the Northwestern Bible and Missionary Training School in 1902, becoming a university in 2013....Read more Largest Endowment $26,022,131 17.7% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $29,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,544
131	Ottawa University-Ottawa	25884787	82.96	870 – 1,100	28185	49139	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 58% and 22% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Largest Endowment $25,884,787 60.6% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
132	University of Minnesota-Crookston	24639517	87.86	1,010 – 1,180	13490	51905	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston, MN Based in Crookston, the University of Minnesota-Crookston’s acceptance rate is 88%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 92% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Largest Endowment $24,639,517 5.4% 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
133	Black Hills State University	23948759	96.33	970 – 1,180	15576	38927	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Black Hills State University Spearfish, SD Based in Spearfish, Black Hills State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 55% of students at Black Hills State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $23,948,759 20.6% 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
134	Briar Cliff University	23114395	58.34	970 – 1,130	23263	48338	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 64% first year retention rate. 100% of students typically receive around $28,425 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Largest Endowment $23,114,395 5.1% Acceptance Rate 58.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $23,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
135	York University	22815238	51.88	890 – 1,130	21957	36447	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) York University York, NE Found in York, York University accepted 52% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $22,815,238 0.8% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,957 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,447
136	Peru State College	22113290	0	--	11915	39150	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Peru State College Peru, NE Largest Endowment $22,113,290 20.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,915 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,150
137	Dickinson State University	21961463	37.02	890 – 1,090	14698	48628	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dickinson State University Dickinson, ND Found in Dickinson, Dickinson State University accepts 37% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 87% of students attending Dickinson State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Dickinson State University, there is a 67% first year......Read more Largest Endowment $21,961,463 17.1% 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
138	Upper Iowa University	21808149	96.46	930 – 1,140	20426	48776	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 96% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 86% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Largest Endowment $21,808,149 6.7% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
139	University of Saint Mary	21807240	86.63	920 – 1,160	23020	54827	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Saint Mary Leavenworth, KS Based in Leavenworth, the University of Saint Mary accepts 87% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending the University of Saint Mary will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $21,807,240 12.2% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,827
140	Tabor College	21124457	64.58	960 – 1,140	20681	42896	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Tabor College Hillsboro, KS Based in Hillsboro, Tabor College’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Tabor College will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 53% and around 40% of students will graduate within four years. Three common majors......Read more Largest Endowment $21,124,457 10.8% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
141	Southwest Minnesota State University	20934000	62.18	890 – 1,140	15547	43282	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall, MN Based in Marshall, Southwest Minnesota State University’s acceptance rate is 62%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at Southwest Minnesota State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 74% and......Read more Largest Endowment $20,934,000 14.8% 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
142	Dakota State University	20848338	88.05	1,070 – 1,320	20438	46146	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dakota State University Madison, SD Based in Madison, Dakota State University accepts 88% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. About 79% of students at Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Dakota State University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 30% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Largest Endowment $20,848,338 13.9% 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
143	MidAmerica Nazarene University	18803079	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Located in Olathe, MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $21,399 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Largest Endowment $18,803,079 24.0% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $32,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
144	William Woods University	18717963	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Largest Endowment $18,717,963 0.5% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
145	Hesston College	14807335	0	--	22723	46707	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hesston College Hesston, KS Hesston College offers up to Bachelor's degrees, with many students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. With a high 78% first year retention rate, 71% of students earn their degree within four years. A NJCAA Division II school, the Larks wear red and gold. Largest Endowment $14,807,335 3.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,707
146	Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health	13865945	73.41	1,080 – 1,210	21634	61249	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health Omaha, NE Based in Omaha, Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health’s acceptance rate is 73%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 86% of students decide to stay at Nebraska Methodist College of......Read more Largest Endowment $13,865,945 0.8% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,249
147	Valley City State University	13627134	99.07	930 – 1,180	12442	45820	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Valley City State University Valley City, ND Found in Valley City, Valley City State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Valley City State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 28% of students will graduate within four......Read more Largest Endowment $13,627,134 13.1% 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
148	Sterling College	13527024	48.17	970 – 1,170	23531	40722	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sterling College Sterling, KS Located in Sterling, Sterling College accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Sterling College will receive institutional grant aid. At Sterling College, there is a 50% first year retention rate and around 27%......Read more Largest Endowment $13,527,024 10.7% Acceptance Rate 48.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $23,531 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,722
149	Mayville State University	13190905	71.23	890 – 1,180	11069	43597	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mayville State University Mayville, ND Based in Mayville, Mayville State University accepts 71% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Mayville State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mayville State University, there is a 81% first year......Read more Largest Endowment $13,190,905 16.7% 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
150	Bethany College	13171944	56	860 – 1,090	28192	40805	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethany College Lindsborg, KS One of the oldest colleges in the state, Bethany College opened in 1881. 100% of students receive institutional grant aid and, as a NAIA Division II school, there are athletic scholarships available. Many choose to pursue degrees in Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other. Largest Endowment $13,171,944 0.8% Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $28,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,805
151	Missouri Valley College	12228141	69.18	900 – 1,060	18923	36902	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Largest Endowment $12,228,141 3.4% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
152	Maharishi International University	12113000	95.7	960 – 1,220	16281	26468	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Maharishi International University Fairfield, IA Found in Fairfield, Maharishi International University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of students at Maharishi International University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $12,113,000 7.9% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $16,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,468
153	Avila University	11713369	87.8	890 – 1,080	17004	48975	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Avila University Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, Avila University accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending Avila University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $11,713,369 22.4% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $17,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,975
154	Mercy College of Health Sciences	11546487	99.71	890 – 1,080	28313	53375	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mercy College of Health Sciences Des Moines, IA Located in Des Moines, Mercy College of Health Sciences accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 16% of students at Mercy College of Health Sciences currently receive institutional grant aid......Read more Largest Endowment $11,546,487 4.5% Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $28,313 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,375
155	Allen College	10953441	100	1,040 – 1,210	0	65078	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Allen College Waterloo, IA Largest Endowment $10,953,441 3.6% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,078
156	Crown College	10548368	22.78	970 – 1,150	27332	39003	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Crown College Saint Bonifacius, MN Located in Saint Bonifacius, Crown College’s acceptance rate is 23%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students attending Crown College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $10,548,368 1.4% Acceptance Rate 22.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $27,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,003
157	Metropolitan State University	9735000	98.71	890 – 1,080	16615	54828	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Metropolitan State University Saint Paul, MN Located in Saint Paul, Metropolitan State University accepts 99% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 4% of students at Metropolitan State University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Metropolitan State University, there is a 68% first year......Read more Largest Endowment $9,735,000 12.5% 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
158	Donnelly College	9576690	0	--	11058	34791	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Donnelly College Kansas City, KS Largest Endowment $9,576,690 24.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,791
159	Bryan College of Health Sciences	9381504	67.37	1,010 – 1,180	25822	66305	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bryan College of Health Sciences Lincoln, NE Based in Lincoln, Bryan College of Health Sciences’s acceptance rate is 67%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 67% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $9,381,504 19.8% Acceptance Rate 67.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $25,822 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,305
160	Hannibal-LaGrange University	8843763	72.63	850 – 1,180	22685	41185	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hannibal-LaGrange University Hannibal, MO Located in Hannibal, Hannibal-LaGrange University accepts 73% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Hannibal-LaGrange University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $8,843,763 14.7% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,685 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,185
161	William Penn University	8830882	51.88	890 – 1,110	22740	40189	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Largest Endowment $8,830,882 6.7% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
162	Ozarks Technical Community College	7774459	0	--	8042	32525	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ozarks Technical Community College Springfield, MO Largest Endowment $7,774,459 13.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,042 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,525
163	Sinte Gleska University	7103580	0	--	6768	15889	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sinte Gleska University Mission, SD Largest Endowment $7,103,580 153.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $15,889
164	Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College	6075713	0	--	5846	63721	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College New Town, ND Largest Endowment $6,075,713 17.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,846 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
165	Clarkson College	5634826	78.18	1,010 – 1,110	18289	62339	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Clarkson College Omaha, NE Based in Omaha, Clarkson College’s acceptance rate is 78% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 65% of students attending Clarkson College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $5,634,826 0.4% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $18,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,339
166	Barclay College	5533861	50.98	920 – 1,150	29692	35820	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Barclay College Haviland, KS Located in Haviland, Barclay College accepted 51% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 58% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $5,533,861 7.6% Acceptance Rate 51.0% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $29,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,820
167	Ozark Christian College	5387955	93.61	990 – 1,190	20807	32528	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ozark Christian College Joplin, MO Located in Joplin, Ozark Christian College’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Ozark Christian College will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 83% and around 29% of students will graduate within four......Read more Largest Endowment $5,387,955 6.1% Acceptance Rate 93.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $20,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,528
168	Central Christian College of Kansas	5380219	52.71	920 – 1,120	12143	37685	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Christian College of Kansas McPherson, KS Based in McPherson, Central Christian College of Kansas accepts 53% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Central Christian College of Kansas will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Largest Endowment $5,380,219 0.8% Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,685
169	Missouri Baptist University	5063768	68.6	710 – 970	27623	38997	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Missouri Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Missouri Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Largest Endowment $5,063,768 3.8% Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 710 – 970 Avg. Net Price $27,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
170	Manhattan Christian College	5033262	100	970 – 1,180	24213	40023	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Manhattan Christian College Manhattan, KS Based in Manhattan, Manhattan Christian College accepts 100% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students attending Manhattan Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Largest Endowment $5,033,262 13.3% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,213 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,023
171	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	5029098	67.52	1,010 – 1,230	19733	33372	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 68% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Largest Endowment $5,029,098 6.4% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $19,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
172	Fontbonne University	4703993	95.03	970 – 1,210	0	44150	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Fontbonne University Saint Louis, MO Largest Endowment $4,703,993 55.5% Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,150
173	North Central University	4597318	98.98	970 – 1,180	26363	37688	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) North Central University Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, North Central University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students attending North Central University currently receive grant aid from the school. At North Central University, there is a 82%......Read more Largest Endowment $4,597,318 11.5% Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $26,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,688
174	Northwestern Health Sciences University	3404054	55.56	--	36272	43760	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northwestern Health Sciences University Bloomington, MN Largest Endowment $3,404,054 14.2% Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,272 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,760
175	Harris-Stowe State University	3394575	47.84	850 – 1,010	9418	26634	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Harris-Stowe State University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Harris-Stowe State University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and......Read more Largest Endowment $3,394,575 1.8% 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
176	Lincoln University	3270186	0	--	14002	32185	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Lincoln University Jefferson City, MO Largest Endowment $3,270,186 4.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,185
177	Turtle Mountain Community College	2839335	0	--	3871	30931	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Turtle Mountain Community College Belcourt, ND Largest Endowment $2,839,335 17.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,871 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,931
178	Nebraska Indian Community College	2598976	0	--	23188	25591	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nebraska Indian Community College Macy, NE Largest Endowment $2,598,976 17.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,188 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,591
179	Central Christian College of the Bible	2347804	21.35	890 – 1,070	14918	30223	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Christian College of the Bible Moberly, MO Based in Moberly, Central Christian College of the Bible accepted 21% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Central Christian College of the Bible will receive institutional grant aid. 69% of students decide......Read more Largest Endowment $2,347,804 12.3% Acceptance Rate 21.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $14,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,223
180	Sitting Bull College	1909849	0	--	4281	23563	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sitting Bull College Fort Yates, ND Largest Endowment $1,909,849 8.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,563
181	Sisseton Wahpeton College	1523720	0	--	2508	23940	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sisseton Wahpeton College Sisseton, SD Largest Endowment $1,523,720 38.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,508 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,940
182	Trinity Bible College and Graduate School	1518067	25.75	970 – 1,240	19720	29234	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Trinity Bible College and Graduate School Ellendale, ND Found in Ellendale, Trinity Bible College and Graduate School accepted 26% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $1,518,067 11.5% Acceptance Rate 25.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,234
183	University of Minnesota Rochester	1511123	71	1,070 – 1,350	14953	57984	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota Rochester Rochester, MN Based in Rochester, the University of Minnesota Rochester accepts 71% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 77% of students at the University of Minnesota Rochester will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 54% of students will graduate in......Read more Largest Endowment $1,511,123 29.3% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $14,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
184	St Luke's College	1484063	80	930 – 1,140	18248	54850	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Luke's College Sioux City, IA Largest Endowment $1,484,063 1.9% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,248 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,850
185	Emmaus Bible College	1459572	59.79	1,090 – 1,360	15028	34653	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Emmaus Bible College Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Emmaus Bible College’s acceptance rate is 60% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending Emmaus Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 83% and 45% of......Read more Largest Endowment $1,459,572 4.1% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $15,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
186	United Tribes Technical College	846021	0	--	4431	21254	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) United Tribes Technical College Bismarck, ND Largest Endowment $846,021 6.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,431 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,254
187	Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies	536665	0	--	12389	37508	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies Springfield, MO Largest Endowment $536,665 4.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,389 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,508
188	Calvary University	482920	71.74	950 – 1,180	17066	33144	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Calvary University Kansas City, MO Based in Kansas City, Calvary University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 79% of students at Calvary University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year......Read more Largest Endowment $482,920 6.6% Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,144
189	Mission University	449665	0	--	23118	30600	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mission University Springfield, MO Largest Endowment $449,665 8.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,600
190	Bethlehem College & Seminary	158117	78.95	1,130 – 1,270	14681	63721	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethlehem College & Seminary Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, Bethlehem College & Seminary accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 89% of students at Bethlehem College & Seminary will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Largest Endowment $158,117 Acceptance Rate 79.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $14,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721